Interesting. Thanks, Sergio. A couple of months ago I posted results for the P31 1TB. The 2TB is faster, though it's possible hardware differences account for some of the variance.
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Upgrading 2013-2015 Macbook Pro SSD to M.2 NVMe
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Hi, I was wondering to update a MacBook Pro mid 2014 11,1 with Big Sur and the latest firmware 4XX. I got and WD black SN750 SE, I boot from a USB with Big Sur installation but disk utility not recognize my SSD. I take a look and see that is PCIe Gen4. 4.0. This is a problem? because I see that WD SN570 works well. I could change the WD sn750 to WD Blue 570. Is this compatible? or must I look for a PCIe 3.0? like this WD green.
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Man, I sure wish I wasn't so intent on getting a "small-form" laptop back in 2015 (when I chose the 13").
Oh, well . . . ~1,500MB/s in daily use ain't so bad
Hi All,
I think I've managed to find a fix for hibernation issues that does not require the hardware tools in Cmd+Q's guide (CH341 A and SPI to J6100).
Background:
MacOS version: Sonoma 14.3 (Via OpenCore Legacy Patcher v3.30)
Mac: MacBookPro 11,2
Processor: Intel Core i7 2.5 GHz
Boot ROM Version: 478.0.0.0.0
SSD: Apple SSUBX (off eBay with heatsink from Mac Pro 2013 - filed down edges to fit with thermal pads)
pmset -g output: https://pastebin.com/N5KZ052y
SSD speeds in BlackMagic benchmark - attached
SSD temperatures from istat menu screenshot - N/A
The issue I had was that I was on firmware 478.0.0.0 (the latest) for my Mac, yet I was running into kernel crashes (windowserver) because this firmware doesn't work properly with my SSD (even though the SSUBX is AHCI, not NVME).
I followed Cmd+Q's guide to extract the system firmware update file from the Big Sur install OS app.
This involved me opening the files 'MBP112.scap' and 'MBP114.fd' in UEFItool (0.28).
I then transferred the NVME driver from MBP114.fd to the MBP112.scap.
(GUID 51116915-C34B-4D8E-86DB-6A70F2E60DAA)
Once I had saved my new image, I named it 'MBP112.scap' as this was the firmware file I wanted to upload to my EFI.
I then followed the guide below to do this:
Once I had done this I followed this YouTube video to mount the EFI and confirm that it was successful by opening the firmware (EFI > EFI > APPLE > FIRMWARE > MBP112.scap) with UEFItool:
I hope this helps someone.
EDIT: I've attached the modified MBP112.scap file for a MacBook Pro 11,2.
I think I've managed to find a fix for hibernation issues that does not require the hardware tools in Cmd+Q's guide (CH341 A and SPI to J6100).
Background:
MacOS version: Sonoma 14.3 (Via OpenCore Legacy Patcher v3.30)
Mac: MacBookPro 11,2
Processor: Intel Core i7 2.5 GHz
Boot ROM Version: 478.0.0.0.0
SSD: Apple SSUBX (off eBay with heatsink from Mac Pro 2013 - filed down edges to fit with thermal pads)
pmset -g output: https://pastebin.com/N5KZ052y
SSD speeds in BlackMagic benchmark - attached
SSD temperatures from istat menu screenshot - N/A
The issue I had was that I was on firmware 478.0.0.0 (the latest) for my Mac, yet I was running into kernel crashes (windowserver) because this firmware doesn't work properly with my SSD (even though the SSUBX is AHCI, not NVME).
I followed Cmd+Q's guide to extract the system firmware update file from the Big Sur install OS app.
This involved me opening the files 'MBP112.scap' and 'MBP114.fd' in UEFItool (0.28).
I then transferred the NVME driver from MBP114.fd to the MBP112.scap.
(GUID 51116915-C34B-4D8E-86DB-6A70F2E60DAA)
Once I had saved my new image, I named it 'MBP112.scap' as this was the firmware file I wanted to upload to my EFI.
I then followed the guide below to do this:
Mac BootROM manual update - Badcaps
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www.badcaps.net
Once I had done this I followed this YouTube video to mount the EFI and confirm that it was successful by opening the firmware (EFI > EFI > APPLE > FIRMWARE > MBP112.scap) with UEFItool:
I hope this helps someone.
EDIT: I've attached the modified MBP112.scap file for a MacBook Pro 11,2.
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Have you tried a number of steps to initialise the drive (check firmware is up to date, seating/mounting of drive, use a Linux live USB to check of the drive is initialised.)
SN350 might work at the lower end but the SN570 is probably your best value/performance option that is available.
Can someone please tell me the current state of hibernation issues when upgrading to an NVMe drive on a 2013 13inch MacBook Air with 11.7.1Big Sur, it seems some report having no issues now ?
I intend to use a WD SN850x and a sintech adaptor.
(My initial attempt used a Crucial T500 and Volta Reve adaptor which did not work reliably)
I intend to use a WD SN850x and a sintech adaptor.
(My initial attempt used a Crucial T500 and Volta Reve adaptor which did not work reliably)
I have a 2013 MBA 6,2 with an SK-Hynix P31 Gold and a short Sintech adapter. No hibernation issues on macOS 11.7.10.
Hey everyone, looking to upgrade a 2015 mbp from 128gb to 500gb (don't ask how I managed to survive off 128gb, it's been rough). I've been researching SSD's for a bit now but I'm really only finding gaming relevant info, especially when it comes to power consumption.
My main concern with the upgrade would be to preserve (or improve) the power efficiency of my machine as I primarily use it as intended, away from a power source. The attached charts in the original post seem a bit outdated so I'm wondering if anyone has more up to date info on which SSD to go with for minimal power consumption.
The majority of my usage is school related (ex. writing notes, Microsoft Office apps, PDF downloads) so I'm not really looking for a workhorse. I just need it to have at least as fast read/write as the original SSD which has been fine for the occasional random project (most recent of which was writing a disk image for a raspberry pi). I'm no expert but what I think I'm getting at here is I'd want a minimal idle power draw as I wouldn't really care for peak performance power draw as I'd definitely be plugged in for more demanding tasks; but correct me if I'm wrong, I don't have much experience in SSD power consumption based on task.
If you've made it this far through this inquiry, I'm also curious if anyone has insight into which OS to run on my model (mbp early 2015, Intel I5, 8GB RAM). I'm currently on Mojave (10.14.6) not by choice as I don't have storage for an update. It gets the job done for the most part but it's losing more and more support each year. I've found workarounds for most of my issues, however, I'd love to run a newer OS to maybe have more cross device support (handoff, airdrop, hand written notes, etc). Of course, I'll only upgrade if performance and security is unhindered so let me know how these older machines handle on a newer OS.
Looking forward to hear back if anyone's got some info so I can get this project started!
My main concern with the upgrade would be to preserve (or improve) the power efficiency of my machine as I primarily use it as intended, away from a power source. The attached charts in the original post seem a bit outdated so I'm wondering if anyone has more up to date info on which SSD to go with for minimal power consumption.
The majority of my usage is school related (ex. writing notes, Microsoft Office apps, PDF downloads) so I'm not really looking for a workhorse. I just need it to have at least as fast read/write as the original SSD which has been fine for the occasional random project (most recent of which was writing a disk image for a raspberry pi). I'm no expert but what I think I'm getting at here is I'd want a minimal idle power draw as I wouldn't really care for peak performance power draw as I'd definitely be plugged in for more demanding tasks; but correct me if I'm wrong, I don't have much experience in SSD power consumption based on task.
If you've made it this far through this inquiry, I'm also curious if anyone has insight into which OS to run on my model (mbp early 2015, Intel I5, 8GB RAM). I'm currently on Mojave (10.14.6) not by choice as I don't have storage for an update. It gets the job done for the most part but it's losing more and more support each year. I've found workarounds for most of my issues, however, I'd love to run a newer OS to maybe have more cross device support (handoff, airdrop, hand written notes, etc). Of course, I'll only upgrade if performance and security is unhindered so let me know how these older machines handle on a newer OS.
Looking forward to hear back if anyone's got some info so I can get this project started!
There is some preliminary information included on the first page (courtesy of gilles_polysoft), which you may want to have a look at..
I have a mbp mid 2015 a1398 with a dying Adata XPG SX8200 Pro 1tb
I like to replace it with a 2tb nvme. (can a mid 2015 macbook pro handle a 2tb drive?)
I have the option between these drives. which one would you guys reccomend?
Personal I think the SN570 would be a save choice?
- Samsung 970 Evo Plus 2TB ( I read this ssd get delivered with a Phoenix or Elpis controller, so not sure what you get)
- WD Blue SN570 2TB
- WD Black SN770 2TB
- Crucial P3 2TB (CT2000P3SSD8)
I like to replace it with a 2tb nvme. (can a mid 2015 macbook pro handle a 2tb drive?)
I have the option between these drives. which one would you guys reccomend?
Personal I think the SN570 would be a save choice?
- Samsung 970 Evo Plus 2TB ( I read this ssd get delivered with a Phoenix or Elpis controller, so not sure what you get)
- WD Blue SN570 2TB
- WD Black SN770 2TB
- Crucial P3 2TB (CT2000P3SSD8)
There is no hard limit for drive size (the hard cap MacOS has implemented is far larger than any drive in production), so you can use any size you’d want.
All of those look like decent options, I’d probably go with whatever is cheapest out of the 4 and report back here (I do mow know where your location is, there may be even cheaper options available..)
I have a mid 2015 15" with the amd m370x gpu. I'm using an sk hynix p31 gold, 2tb drive with short adapter. Currently on the latest version of Monterey, not using any oclp stuff. So far so good, had it running for a month and a half so far.
The WD Blue SN570 2TB is great. I have one installed in my 2015 15" MBP. It was the cheapest 2TB drive too. Check out my previous post in this thread eg https://forums.macrumors.com/thread....2034976/page-473?post=32858370#post-32858370.
Hi folks,
I just bought a Hynix P31 on the strength of all the previous success stories here. It's got decent read speeds (1500mb/s) but the write speeds were only 500mb/s. I'm using a 13" 2015 MBP, but reproduced the slow speeds on an Acasis TB4 enclosure (but much faster read speeds on my TB4 enabled MBA M2, still slow write) and a 2015 MacBook Air. I've checked the firmware on my PC and updated it. Still slow.
Then I had a cup of tea to contemplate the meaning and nature of the universe. Came back tried again an hour later and it was still slow....but suddenly after 3 rounds of BlackMagic it suddenly sped up to full speed. Super weird but I now have it all working under Monterey with no sleep issues.
Hey ho.
I just bought a Hynix P31 on the strength of all the previous success stories here. It's got decent read speeds (1500mb/s) but the write speeds were only 500mb/s. I'm using a 13" 2015 MBP, but reproduced the slow speeds on an Acasis TB4 enclosure (but much faster read speeds on my TB4 enabled MBA M2, still slow write) and a 2015 MacBook Air. I've checked the firmware on my PC and updated it. Still slow.
Then I had a cup of tea to contemplate the meaning and nature of the universe. Came back tried again an hour later and it was still slow....but suddenly after 3 rounds of BlackMagic it suddenly sped up to full speed. Super weird but I now have it all working under Monterey with no sleep issues.
Hey ho.
I choose the WD blue SN570 with PCIe 3.0 and works well with the same adapter. Thanks for the recommendations! now I upgraded to Sonoma with Open Core Legacy and works flawlessly. I don't know why the blue is more expensive than Black in my location.
Anyone have a recommendation for something other than the sk Hynix Gold P31 ?
I'd like 2TB (or more, but 2 is fine) and that particular one got harder to get and much more expensive anymore ($160 on Amazon)
(2015 15" MacBook Pro)
I'd like 2TB (or more, but 2 is fine) and that particular one got harder to get and much more expensive anymore ($160 on Amazon)
(2015 15" MacBook Pro)
When you install a new drive, it takes quite some time for everything it does when that happens to finish. Indexing, iCloud sync etc. I would think that would cause some slowness until it finishes all that...
I just dropped a crucial P3 Plus in my MBP 2015 13'' using this adapter.
The same has worked for me in a late 2015 iMac but the drive would not be recognized at all.
Any idea?
The same has worked for me in a late 2015 iMac but the drive would not be recognized at all.
Any idea?
Did you actually read this thread? Literally the post before yours recommended the WD Blue SN570 as did mine two posts before that one. Great performance, low power consumption & the cheapest 2TB stick that I could find.
If you search this thread (maybe last 20 pages) you will find reports of other users having issues with the P3. If I remember correctly, this SSD is not compatible with the Macbook Pro/Air from 2013-2017.
It's very dangerous to use this type of adapter with exposed pins on the Mac connector side!
Hard to figure out an alternative without judging any pricing for your area, where are you located?
Tried using another disc image (Linux/Windows, etc) to format the drive? (given the reports of it working are mixed you may have the issue of the drive being in a state where it may not be able to be initialised by MacOS..)