Adding an OCZ Vertex 4 to a 2011 Macbook Pro

[Benchmob31]

Has anyone used the OCZ Vertex 4 in a 2011 MacBook Pro? I am curious to find out what kind of read/write speeds you have experienced and has it been a reliable drive. Please let me know of your thoughts.

 

[m4tic]

I have not used a 2011 MBP; but, I did install a Vertex 4 in my 2012 MBP. I'm experiencing no issues with the latest 1.4.1.3 firmware.

 

[Benchmob31]

I have not used a 2011 MBP; but, I did install a Vertex 4 in my 2012 MBP. I'm experiencing no issues with the latest 1.4.1.3 firmware.

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What size harddrive did you purchase.

 

[m4tic]

What size harddrive did you purchase.

It's 256GB.

 

[simonpickard]

Hi there,

Could I ask how you upgraded it?
Did you use the Linux CD boot disk?

Regards,
Simon

 

[m4tic]

Hi there,

Could I ask how you upgraded it?
Did you use the Linux CD boot disk?

Regards,
Simon

I used the OCZTools Linux boot cd. Wifi and touch pad didn't work in the boot environment. You need to use the alt-tab menu and plug in an ethernet cable.

 

[MattieD]

I'm a complete noob when it comes to adding a hard drive and most things mac is there anyway you could give a little more info on how to add this solid state drive via the linux boot disc?