2013 2014 2015 2016 MacBook - Review

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2013 2014 2015 2016 MacBook

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If you're one of those people who has an older MacBook Air or MacBook Pro Retina, you may be frustrated with the slow speed of your computer's hard drive. Luckily, there is a solution: the Pxyelec SSD Slot to PCIe Express x4 Converter Adapter Card. This innovative product allows you to upgrade your computer's hard drive to an SSD and drastically improve its performance.

One important thing to note before purchasing the adapter card is that it is only compatible with certain models. Specifically, it supports the 2013-2015 MacBook Pro Retina (13" or 15") A1502 A1398 SSD, as well as the 2013-2016 MacBook Air (11" or 13") A1465 A1466 SSD. It is not compatible with the 2010 and 2011 version MacBook Air A1370 and A1369 SSD, the 2012 version MacBook Air A1465 and A1466 SSD, or the 2012 and Early 2013 Version MacBook Pro A1425 and A1398 SSD. So, before purchasing the adapter card, make sure you have the compatible MacBook model.

Another important thing to note is that the PCIe x4 adapter only works with x4, x8, x16 pcie ports. Also, it only reads and writes data to the SSD and cannot be used as the system startup disk. This means that you will need to keep your original hard drive installed in your MacBook, and use the SSD as a secondary drive for faster access to frequently used files and applications.

When I tested the Pxyelec SSD Slot to PCIe Express x4 Converter Adapter Card, I found that it was relatively easy to install, as long as you keep in mind the compatibility requirements mentioned earlier. Once it was installed, I noticed a significant improvement in the speed of my MacBook. Programs opened quickly, and file transfers were lightning fast.

One thing to keep in mind when using this adapter card is that if you have formatted your SSD using Mac OS, it may not be compatible with Windows operating systems. This means that the new SSD will not show up in the table of "My Computer". However, it is still possible to use the SSD with Windows by using the Disk Manager to delete the old partitions and create a new partition.

In terms of customer reviews, the Pxyelec SSD Slot to PCIe Express x4 Converter Adapter Card has a rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 14 reviews. Some reviews mention that the installation can be a bit tricky, but overall the product works well and provides a noticeable improvement in speed. One reviewer noted that they were able to install the adapter card and SSD without any issues, and their MacBook was running faster than ever.

In conclusion, if you have a compatible MacBook and are looking to improve its speed and performance, the Pxyelec SSD Slot to PCIe Express x4 Converter Adapter Card is definitely worth considering. While it may require some technical knowledge to install, the improvement in speed and performance is well worth the effort. Just be sure to keep in mind the compatibility requirements and formatting issues mentioned earlier. If you do decide to purchase the adapter card, I recommend doing your own research and making sure you fully understand the installation process before starting.

2013 2014 2015 2016 MacBook