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1. Macbook pro 2015 hard drive for mac#
2. Macbook pro 2015 hard drive install#
3. Macbook pro 2015 hard drive update#
4. Macbook pro 2015 hard drive upgrade#
5. Macbook pro 2015 hard drive software#

I ended up returning the computer at that point to Big Blue, but am going to try my luck with the same model in space grey. You can shop for macbook pro 2015 ssd at low prices. I restarted, and the flashing question mark folder came back. It finally booted but unfortunately to the recovery installer window. Rebooted into Startup Manager with my Thumb Drive - erased the internal drive that was still detected - and was able to successfully run a fresh install. The internal hard drive was being detected so I decided I was going to do a fresh OS install.

Macbook pro 2015 hard drive software#

This time I checked for the software updates to see if they had been corrupted but it indicated that they had been installed. Force restarted and was having the same issues.Īnother 20 tries of doing everything above, in no particular order, with and without anything connected (bluetooth, USB C, thumb drive with installer, etc.) the internal hard dive was detected again. The other downside is that PCIe drives are SOOO expensive right now. But YES it will void my warranty which I don't have anyway.

Macbook pro 2015 hard drive upgrade#

Given that the MacBook Pro I was referring to is 2015 and uses the PCIe, it appears I can upgrade it with another PCIe drive. For about another 30 minutes, came bake to a frozen screen. However, if you open your Macbook Pro you will void the warranty. I verified it, ran repair, and choose it as the Startup Disk. The next time I was in disk utility, I could finally see the internal hard drive.

Macbook pro 2015 hard drive install#

Booted from Thumb Drive ( Create a bootable installer for macOS - Apple Support) using the Apple USB C AV Multipart Adapter, but I still had no internal disk showing up to install the OS on in the installation menu.The only drive that is listed is the drive for the Internet Recovery OS install. When I go into Disk Utility to try and repair, my internal drive is not listed at all. Ran Recovery mode (Hold CMD+R on startup) - This got me to the typical 4 option boot up menu when installing OSX.

Instead gives a black screen with the wifi selection, which of course sets me up with internet recovery mode.

Macbook pro 2015 hard drive for mac#

I was really scratching my head my google searches led me to finding it was not an uncommon issue on older computers where it was the result of a bad cable from the hard drive to the mother board, but this model's HD is directly soldered to the MB I believe.īased on this apple resource: Startup key combinations for Mac - Apple Support, I tinkered around and briefly got my internal hard drive detected. OS Installs didn't have a disk to install. To summarize my whole story: the internal hard drive couldn't be detected, even in Disk Utility. Tried again and again, couldn't boot and still had the question mark folder. I rebooted and I got a flashing question mark folder.

Macbook pro 2015 hard drive update#

A software update notification came up and I gave it a go ahead. Knowing what’s possible or in your case, what’s not possible before you make a purchasing decision is the best way to avoid a disheartening surprise down the road.Just unpackaged an early 2016 silver Macbook (Model A1534). Upgrading can generally extend the life of an older computer for years since most users spend most of their time on the Internet. Not only can it increase the amount of storage you’ll have available, but it can also significantly improve the speed, especially on older units that have older hard drive technology. The single most important device that you want to be able to upgrade is the hard drive, preferably with a Solid State Drive (SSD). No matter what you think you need today, it’s very likely you’ll need more in the future.

I recently wrote about this issue when it comes to All-In-One computers ( 4 Reasons to Avoid All-In-One PCs.) When a hardware component fails, if you can’t cost-effectively replace that specific component, you’re faced with a repair bill that can be close to buying a new computer. Question: I just found out that my MacBook Pro’s hard drive can’t be upgraded because it’s soldered in! When did this change happen on Macs?Īnswer: A couple of things everyone buying a new computer should always consider is both the upgradeability and reparability of the unit.