#Macbook pro 13 hard drive upgrade 2012 series#

Repeat the process with the 2nd RAM module.ДЈ) Now insert your new RAM modules by holding them at a 40 degree angle (and no, you don't have to measure it :P ) and again, GENTLY insert your RAM into the RAM slots. By filling both of the RAM modules inside your MBP, it will perform much faster than with just 1 filled module.Дў) Take out your old RAM modules by pressing the levers onwards( sideways) and gently take out your RAM. To check out your frequency, go to Apple-About This Mac and you should see your required RAM memory.ДUAL CHANNEL setup: Don't forget to buy 2 RAM modules instead of just 1. This is a really important step, because otherwise it can damage the internal components of your MacBook Pro.ДЎ) Buy 2 RAM modules of the same frequency as your stock RAM. DON'T forget to take out ANY connected devices (such as USB dongles/receivers)Дў) Remove all of the 10 screws holding the back cover (3 long 14.4 mm screws and 7 short 3.5 mm screws) and take the back cover off.ДЈ) Touch a metal surface (such as the optical drive) in your MBP to discharge any static energy from your body. Torx T6 screwdriver for removing the HDD mounting screwsДЎ) Turn off your MBP and let it cool down for at least 10 min, before taking the back cover off. Philips (PH) #00 screwdriver for taking the back cover off NOTE: This tutorial works on ALL unibody MacBook Pros (all the models beginning from 2008)

#Macbook pro 13 hard drive upgrade 2012 series#

Upgrading my 2011 MacBook Pro stock HDD -320 GB/5400rpm- to a Samsung 830 Series SSD -128GB- and the RAM memory from 4 GB (1333 Mhz) to 8 GB (Corsair 1333 Mhz)