OWC SSD Install: 21.5-inch iMac 2017

Upgrade beyond the factory 2.5-inch hard drive and swap the main hard drive out with a SSD up to 2.0TB for the ultimate performance upgrade. Utilize our install video to guide your upgrade step-by-step. Video Jump Points: 00:00 – Title, notes, difficulty level, and tools required 00:08 – Introduction / Overview 00:44 – Part 1 – Opening the iMac System 02:45 – Part 1 – Removing the Original Drive 03:46 – Part 2 – Preparing the New Drive 06:06 – Part 2 – Reinstalling the Display 07:58 – Drive Formatting Notes 08:06 – Closing and Legal OWC SSD Upgrades https://www.owcdigital.com/products/solid-state-drives Fusion Drive Note If you’re upgrading a Fusion Drive equipped iMac you will need disable the Fusion Drive first, and then, if desired, create a Fusion Drive with the new drive after the upgrade is performed.