Early 2009 Mac Mini SSD Upgrade: Add'tl Parts Needed?

[Chupa Chupa]

I want replace the HDD with a Samsung 830 64GB SSD in my Early '09 Mini. Is it a simple drive swap or do I need a 3rd party cable and/or bracket?

 

[Intell]

Simple drive swap.

 

[Chupa Chupa]

Cool. I love it when it's simple -- or as simple as it gets on a mini. Thanks.

 

[mdgm]

If you wanted to keep the HDD in the Mini and to replace the optical drive with a SSD then you'd need a 3rd party bracket.

I'd suggest you take a look at ifixit.com. There are some good free guides there for upgrading the Mini.