Updating to solid state drive - Is it possible.

[MBA-MD]

I was wondering if it is possible to update to a solid state drive without having to give up a kidney through Apple.

I found a 64GB solid state drive for $140 from an online store. Does the Air need a special hard drive, or any generic one will do? And if any of you have a solid state drive what is your experience with it?
Thanks

 

[glitch44]

not sure what your definition of "any genertic one" is but...

Rev A: use 1.8" PATA with a ZIF connector
Rev B: use 1.8" SATA with a LIF connector

 

[iBookG4user]

not sure what your definition of "any genertic one" is but...

Rev A: use 1.8" PATA with a ZIF connector
Rev B: use 1.8" SATA with a LIF connector

Also note that the air can only use the drives that are 5mm high and not the 8mm high drives.

 

[fteoath64]

The 5mm thickness limits the choice of drives available and its sizes as well. This is a darn shame as Rev A users has been waiting forever for upgrades.

I just wish there is a company who also sells a BOTTOM cover that is thicker and made of plastic (like MB white Polycarbonate) to hold a 8mm disk. Then 128GB and more 1.8 incher would fit. In fact, for some going 160GB HDD that is 5400 rpm would be good boost without incurring to much cash.

 

[Consultant]

There is another thread within a week or so with the exact info and directions. Just search.