how can i get trim support on a SSD?

[nhood01]

Hi,

im looking to replace my HD with a new SSD drive in my MBP mid 2010.

I'm not sure its worth the investment if i can't provide trim support for it.

How can i accomplish this?

 

[Quad5Ny]

OS X Enable TRIM - MacRumors Forums

Get a drive with over provisioning and good garbage collection (ex: Sandforce). You won't miss TRIM if you do.

 

[nhood01]

Thanks for the reply.

Forgive me for not reading through the whole thread, but does the 'Trim Enabler' application work?

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What would your recommendation be for a SSD with over provisioning and good garbage collection?

 

[Modernape]

OWC have a good reputation with Macs, they're reliable, very fast and have the Sandforce controller which incorporates good Garbage Collection, thus negating the need for OS based TRIM.

I put a Mercury Extreme Pro from OWC in my 2010 MBP about a month ago, and now it flies (power button to login window in 15 seconds).

 

[nhood01]

Hey, do you think i need a 60 or 115 GB SSD if its just for OS and applications?

How much space will the OS and apps take up?