OWC In-line Digital Thermal Sensor for Hard Drive Upgrade for 27" iMacs 2012 and Later
Plug & Play in-line solution allows the use of any 3.5" Serial ATA hard drive to be used in your iMac while maintaining proper system fan speed control via Apple's built-in SMC with no software hacks. Fully compatible with Apple diagnostic testing. 27" models utilize 3.5" Hard Drives.
This kit includes:
OWC In-line Digital Thermal Sensor Cable, 'screen pick', and screen adhesives only.
Are you close to maxing out your factory-original hard drive? With the OWC Internal HDD DIY Kit, you can replace the original hard drive in your 27" iMac with a hard drive up to 4.0TB (sold separately) for up to 8x more storage capacity!
This kit does not include the tools required for performing this upgrade. If you need an upgrade kit with tools, you can purchase the OWC Internal HDD DIY Kit. Unlike some other drive upgrade options for 2011 iMac models, this OWC DIY kit is certified to successfully pass the Apple Hardware Test. This means the newly installed hard drive will work with Apple's built-in diagnostic process, preserving proper system fan speed control.
Note: Before attempting to perform this installation, please watch the OWC Install Video in its entirety to determine your ability to perform this complex upgrade. OWC assumes no responsibility for damage that may occur during the install. Technical support for this DIY product consists only of the OWC Install Video.
Includes
- OWC In-line Digital Thermal Sensor Cable
- OEM adhesive strips (for screen re-attachment)
NOTE: This kit contains consumable and/or one time use components and therefore is non-refundable if opened. If you have any concerns about your ability to perform the upgrade, you can return the unopened kit for a refund.
iMac w/Retina 5K display
(27-inch Early 2019)
(March 2019)
Model ID: iMac19,1
3.0GHz i5, 3.1GHz i5, 3.7GHz i5, 3.6GHz i9
iMac w/Retina 5K display
(27-inch Mid 2017)
(June 2017)
Model ID:iMac18,3
3.4GHz i5, 3.5GHz i5, 3.8GHz i5, 4.2GHz i7
iMac w/Retina 5K display
(27-inch Late 2015)
(October 2015)
Model ID:iMac17,1
3.2GHz i5, 3.3GHz i5, 4.0GHz i7
iMac w/Retina 5K display
(27-inch Mid 2015)
(May 2015)
Model ID: iMac15,1
3.3GHz i5, 3.5GHz i5, 4.0GHz i7
iMac w/Retina 5K display
(27-inch Late 2014)
(October 2014)
Model ID: iMac15,1
3.5GHz i5, 4.0GHz i7
iMac (27-inch Late 2013)
(September 2013)
Model ID: iMac14,2
3.2GHz i5, 3.4GHz i5, 3.5GHz i7
iMac (27-inch Late 2012)
(October 2012)
Model ID: iMac13,2
2.9GHz i5, 3.2GHz i5, 3.4GHz i7