2.5" Solid State Drive (SSD) Upgrade

SSD Upgrade with Data Transfer This service replaces your hard drive with a new solid state drive (SSD). Data from your old disk will be copied to your new drive before it is installed.     This SSD upgrade is compatible with the following models:   13" Macbook Pro Unibody A1278 15" Macbook Pro Unibody A1286 17" Macbook Pro Unibody A1297 15" Aluminum Macbook Pro A1226 13" Macbook Unibody Polycarbonate A1342 13" Macbook Unibody 13" Original Macbook A1181 Please note: you must select the capacity of your SSD upgrade in the dropdown above. You can also choose faster shipping or supplemental insurance.   What is a Solid State Drive (SSD)? Traditionally, your computer data was stored on a spinning electromagnetic hard drive. With a solid state drive, or SSD, your data is stored on flash memory. This type of memory is non-magnetic, has no moving parts, and is up to 100 times faster. It is a more expensive upgrade than the traditional drive, but the durability and travel-friendliness of the solid state drive make it a great upgrade for laptop owners.   Why should I upgrade to a Solid State Drive (SSD)?   Speed Programs run quicker, especially data-hungry programs like your operating system   Reliability An SSD has no moving parts. Instead it stores data on flash memory. Having no moving parts translates to more durability and longevity.   Power Savings Another benefit of the lack of moving parts is decreased power consumption. Your laptop will get an increase in battery life from the upgrade to SSD.   Quiet Running No noise is generated by an SSD, yet another benefit of no moving parts.   Cool Running Your laptop will generate less heat with an SSD drive.   Why should iFixYouri upgrade my drive? iFixYouri has upgraded hard drives on nearly every make and model laptop and computer out there, so your baby will be in good hands. This service includes installation.