OWC Aura 6G 480GB Blade SSD for Late 2012 to Early 2013 iMac

OWC Aura 6G 480GB Blade SSD for Late 2012 to Early 2013 iMac

Key Specifications

 

• Form Factor: Proprietory PCIe SSD
• Capacity: 480GB
• Read Speed: 530MB/s
• Write Speed: 494MB/s
• Warranty: 3 Years
• Condition: New

New Possibilities

For the first time, upgrade or add a PCIe-based flash SSD in your late 2012 iMac. Available in 240GB, 480GB and 1TB capacities, the new Aura SSD continues OWC's dedication to giving you more from your Mac.

No Hassles or Hacks

Aura PCIe-based flash storage upgrades are precisely engineered for your Mac, so you'll never need to compromise your data by relying on complicated software hacks or TRIM-enablers to get the most from your upgrade. Just install, migrate your data, and enjoy the great performance of flash storage with up to eight times the capacity of the factory-installed drive.

Quality in Every Bit

Aura SSDs are designed from the ground up for reliable performance and complete compatibility with your Mac. It begins with choosing the highest-quality components, and then engineering a perfect-fit solution that simply works with your computer. 

Tier-1 Flash — Aura SSDs use only top-rated flash for superior performance and dependability.

Superior Error Correction — Aura SSDs provide three levels of error correction for improved reliability and RAID-like protection for your data.

Cell-Level Data Refresh — Aura's SSD controller monitors data blocks and maintains correct charge at the cell level, improving the integrity of your data, and extending the life of your drive.

7% Over Provisioning

OWC SSDs perform maintenance tasks in the background that optimise the health, performance, and endurance of your flash drive. These jobs take advantage of available, unwritten areas on the SSD. Aura PCIe-based flash storage reserves 7% of the overall capacity as free space. Always. With this allocated free space, Aura SSDs can perform these normal maintenance tasks making your drive more stable, dependable, and ultimately a safer place to store your data.

Please note, that before attempting to perform this installation, it is recommended you watch the associated instructional video in its entirety to determine your ability to perform this complex procedure. RamCity assumes no responsibility for damage that may occur during the install.

Includes

• OWC Aura SSD blade ONLY

Does NOT include

• Torx SSD mounting screw
• OWC cutting wheel (for screen separation)
• Adhesive strips (for screen re-attachment)
• For first time users, the iMac general servicing kit has all the tools you need to install this product.

Compatible with:

• iMac13,1 (all models except the 2.7GHz one)
• iMac13,2

Other World Computing (OWC)

Other World Computing (OWC) has been providing quality hardware products and support to the computer industry since 1988. By activating an on-site wind turbine in October 2009 at its Woodstock, IL corporate headquarters, OWC became the first technology manufacturer/distributor in U.S. to become 100% on-site wind powered. OWC manufactures its own line of hardware products.