Harddrive swap from powerbook 12" to macbook pro?

[whyrichard]

Hello,

I upgraded the hard drive in my macbook pro and I am wondering if it will fit in an old powerbook 12"....


....?



thanks,
r.

 

[marykay9507]

i don't think so-- isn't the macbook pro a tad larger?

 

[toneloco2881]

To my recollection the MBP uses a sata drive, while the older powerbooks used an ATA connection; which are entirely different interface connectors. I'm afraid they won't be interchangeable.

 

[whyrichard]

hmmmmm.... thanks....


got the little powerbook, it's very cute. an old cute beater.


anyways, is it hard to find a new harddrive for this laptop? just any laptop hd that is ATA?

also, is there a cheaper way to get ram for this thing, other then crucial (107$)?


thanks,
r.

 

[toneloco2881]

Yeah, I had a powerbook 12" and it was a great machine. I still miss the size and portability to this day, and sometimes regret selling it.

Any 2.5" ATA drive should work. I would take a look at Newegg for the ram and hard drive, as I've always had excellent dealings with them. They have a crucial 1GB stick on sale right now for $59.99, that is the right speed for your powerbook. Good Luck!