What is max size/spec for upgrading hard drive in 2006 mac mini intel core duo 1.66?
I've been through the commuity and on-line retailer pages and I'm confused by the variety of answers here. I know the max thickness must be 2.5." But some say 5400 RPM; others say 7200. Some say 1TB but show only 750GB.
Is iTB safe in this box? Overheating issues?
I've seen a Seagate Momentus 1TB from one retailer but can't find any trace of it at others or on the Seagate site.
Hello,
The most important thing is that it be Serial ATA (1.5 Gb/s) compatible, there is no practical limit other than manufactured size in that form & speed.
http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/hard-drives/2.5-Notebook/
The 750 GB WD I checked was SATA 3 Gb/s.
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