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what tools are needed for ssd installation?

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satirev

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im curious what tools i will need to install an ssd in my 2010 macbook pro, can anyone link me to some durable, quality tool kits that will do the job?

thanks
 
wow, those three tools needed are like 10 bucks each, thats pretty expensive.
 
satirev said:
wow, those three tools needed are like 10 bucks each, thats pretty expensive.
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You need 2 screwdrivers basically. They are $5 each there but easily available anywhere.

You don't need to disconnect the battery if you're careful.. and why wouldn't you be?
 
Just go to your local Lowes, Home Depot, Wal-mart. I think I got my Phillips at walmart, and the Torx T6 at Lowes. They don't really need to be of the highest quality, because how often are you actually going to use them?
 
ifixit shows three tools to replace the drive, what two do i actually need?
 
NikFinn said:
Just go to your local Lowes, Home Depot, Wal-mart. I think I got my Phillips at walmart, and the Torx T6 at Lowes. They don't really need to be of the highest quality, because how often are you actually going to use them?
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If anything, just make sure you're using a quality Phillips #00. The case screws are treated with loctite so the first time you remove them it will be difficult with a poor tool. You don't want to strip one of these.
 
satirev said:
ifixit shows three tools to replace the drive, what two do i actually need?
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Don't sweat the screwdriver for the battery. Just don't touch anything on the logic board.

You need the T6 and the Phillips #00.
 
brentsg said:
If anything, just make sure you're using a quality Phillips #00. The case screws are treated with loctite so the first time you remove them it will be difficult with a poor tool. You don't want to strip one of these.
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True, I'd certainly recommend a philips with a magnetic tip. Those screws are tiny. I think my stanley mini screwdriver pack with magnetic tips was maybe $8 at wal-mart.
 
You need a drill to open the case, a flame-thrower to melt the old disk, and a hammer to fit the new drive. You can put some industrial wax too.

Just joking. You only need a small screw driver.
 
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