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OWC Internal HDD Kit for 27 and 21.5-in iMac (Late 2009 - Mid 2010) Models

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Size: Large


Color: Black


Features

  • Includes all cables and tools necessary for drive installation into main drive bay of Apple iMac 2009-2010 Models-Hard drive sold separately
  • Upgrade your iMac with any SATA drive, No Software hacks, AHT Diagnostic compatible
  • Compatibility: iMac 2009-2010 Models
  • Includes: OWC In-line Digital Thermal Sensor Cable, 2 suction cups for the outer glass removal, OWC Torx T8S Driver, OWC Torx T10S Driver, NewerTech Pry Tool, OWC Microfiber Pro Cleaning Cloth
  • 1 Year OWC Limited Warranty- Free install videos available on manufacturer's site

Description

Includes: Improve Performance and Capacity. Upgrade Your iMac with Confidence. OWC's in-line solution is the only hardware digital thermal sensor on the market allowing a third-party SATA drive to be installed in your iMac. A convenient, plug-and-play cable, the In-line Digital Thermal Sensor eliminates fan noise and maintains proper system fan control through the iMac's System Management Controller. This innovative device is designed specifically for the iMac, requires no software hacks and ensures compatibility with Apple's built-in diagnostic processes. Compatible With Using an OWC Internal HDD DIY Kit (sold separately), replace your iMac's original hard drive with up to an 8.0TB hard drive or a lighting fast SSD with a NewerTech Adaptadrive, for dramatic upgrades in storage capacity or data speed while maintaining the original system's fan and diagnostic performance. Note: Before attempting to perform this installation, please watch the OWC Install Video, corresponding to your machine, in its entirety to determine your ability to perform this complex upgrade.If you are not fully confident in your ability to upgrade the drive in your 2009-2010 iMac after watching the OWC Install Video, you can have OWC upgrade your iMac where our certified technicians will expertly upgrade your iMac and ship it back to you.

Brand: OWC


Connector Type: Sata


Cable Type: SATA


Compatible Devices: Apple iMac 2009-2010


Special Feature: Magnetic


Connector Type: Sata


Cable Type: SATA


Compatible Devices: Apple iMac 2009-2010


Other Special Features of the Product: Magnetic


Compatible Phone Models: No Compatible Phone Models


Connector Gender: Male-to-Male


Number of Pins: 4


Connectivity Technology: cable


Recommended Uses For Product: Upgrading and installing hard drives in Apple iMac 2009-2010 models


Indoor Outdoor Usage: Indoor


EU Spare Part Availability Duration: 1 years


Unit Count: 1 Count


Item Weight: 10 g


Number of Items: 1


Outer Material: silicone or rubber


Brand Name: OWC


Model Name: DIYIMACHDD09


Customer Package Type: Standard Packaging


Model: OWCDIYIMACHDD09


Manufacturer: Other World Computing


UPC: 812437021257


Global Trade Identification Number: 57


Warranty Description: No Warranty


Included Components: Kit


Part Number: OWCDIYIMACHDD09


Color: Black


Item Shape: Round


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Great product
Size: Large (Kit w/ Tools) Color: Black
I found the installation pretty easy, but I work on PCs and servers all the time so I am used to ripping computer equipment apart. There are plenty of videos on youtube that can assist. I believe OWC has a video that helps you go through the process. So a few years ago, like 8, I replaced the HDD on my late 2009 iMac with a 1TB model. If you are looking at this kit you know that only specific model HDD will control the fans on the iMAC. If you don't get a specific model and don't purchase the thermal sensor from OWC you fans will run at full blast 24x7. Back then I purchased the HDD model that was compatible with the iMAC to avoid having the fans run at full blast. I recently moved and the HDD finally failed so I decided to upgrade to a SSD so I purchased this kit along with NewerTech AdaptaDrive 2.5" to 3.5" Drive Converter Bracket and I had the SSD installed in well under 20 min. The NewerTech AdaptaDrive 2.5" to 3.5" Drive Converter Bracket is not needed and you could just use a 2.5 to 3.5 adapter, but the iMAC bracket might not fit right and I think the cables might be too short without that adapter. I purchased it because OWC uses that adapter in the kit they sell on their website so I figured it would make the install easier and quicker. Didn't bother trying with a regular adapter so I am not sure if it would have worked or not. Needless to say this kit works great and comes with all of the tools you need to get the job done. I spent $115 between this kit, the HDD adapter and a 480 GB SSD. Can't really complain considering my iMAC from 2009 runs quicker than some of the PCs at my job that are only 5 years old. As a tip, use a set of tweezers to hold the screws when putting the screws back in that mount the LCD screen to the frame; those magnets are pretty strong. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2019 by Juan J.
    • Little pricey but does the job.
Size: Small (Cable Only) Color: Black
Worked perfectly with iMac mid-2010 model. Replaced original HDD with Samsung EVO 850 500GV SSD. No fan issue, so this thing did its job. $40 for tiny little thing is excessive, IMO. It should at least include mounting bracket for this price. Use OWC and iFixit YouTube videos for step by step. One recommendation, I found connecting monitor cable back to motherboard when reassembling everything the hardest step, as there wasn’t enough room to insert and lock connector in its place. After several tries and almost damaging connector, I ended up removing the cable from the back of the monitor, then I was able to comfortably connect and secure it on motherboard. Connecting it back to the monitor was super easy afterwards. You may not run into the same but if you do you can avoid damaging connector this way. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2018 by IJ
    • Worked perfectly for a 2010 iMac!
Size: Small (Cable Only) Color: Black
My old iMac worked great until it didn't. Fantastic... The hard drive failed. They tend to do that. I replaced the HDD with a brand new SSD. But what I didn't realize is that fans will run at full speed when you're replacing a mechanical hard drive that doesn't have the connector for the built in temperature sensor (other HDDs I had didn't have it). They are loud and I didn't want them to get worn. Using this thermal sensor I was able to stick the actual sensor on the SSD and power it with the included SATA connector. Just be careful taking apart and tucking in this connector, I recommend going to iFixit's website to view some suggestions for whatever model you're using this on. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2020 by Ants In My Pants
    • Works like it should.
Size: Small (Cable Only) Color: Black
Works well. If you can install a hard drive in an IMac this is easy enough. I feel it's a little more expensive than it should be but you don't have many other options. The only other way to stop hard drive fan from going full speed all the time is to install fan control software and that comes with its own problems. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2022 by Jamie J.
    • Great for SSD upgrade in iMac
Size: Large (Kit w/ Tools) Color: Black
I just used this kit to install and SSD on a 2011 iMac which the drive failed on and it was much easier than I thought it would be with this kit. The inclusion of the temperature sensor is a huge bonus.
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2023 by Jerry
    • Saved money by upgrading my older iMac
Size: Large (Kit w/ Tools) Color: Black
Instead of spending $3 grand for a new iMac, I upgraded the Ram and installed a 2TB SSD in a old model iMac and it all works perfectly. The items I bought from OWC were essential to the process. Their online instructional videos were great and the kit I bought made everything install easier and perfect. I tripled the read/write speed of a mid-2010 iMac and doubled the size of my hard drive for less than $500. I might not be as fast as the 2019 iMac, but for what I'm doing I'm fast enough. And I still have the extra $2,500 bucks in my pocket. Thanks to OWC. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2019 by Bob H
    • Great Kit!!
Size: Large (Kit w/ Tools) Color: Black
Had all the tools needed to SUCCESSFULLY install a 1TB Evo 860 into an aging 2010 iMac!! Computer now flies, temperature sensor and online video worked well. The hardest part of the install was reattaching that **** VESA cable. Everything else was very straightforward. Pro Tip: Don’t forget to buy a 2.5”->3.5” drive adapter when installing your ssd. I forgot and had to find one locally. Great product, just do it and thank me later !! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2019 by Review Guy
    • Great for My 27 Inch 2009 iMac (Model ID 11.1)
Size: Large (Kit w/ Tools) Color: Black
After my iMac's 3rd HDD died I decided to replace it myself. This kit fit the bill along with OWC's very informative how-to videos. The suction cups were very strong and taking the faceplate off was effortless. (The cups do leave marks on the faceplate which are easily cleaned off.) The plastic pry tool was also very useful. The torx screwdrivers were a bit small so I used my own full sized torx tools. The HDD temperature sensor was easy to install. Later on I used these tools to replace my iMac's optical drive. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2020 by Jam Meister

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