I know I need to replace the battery, but should I upgrade my RAM or anything else to make this laptop run like new? What should upgrade on old MacBook to make it faster? Here are some of the most cost-effective solutions.
If your MacBook seems to be run slowly, then the tips below should help you identify and solve the issue. Like Windows PC, MacBook can be slow for a number of reasons.
Using Activity Monitor
Find out which program that are running and occupy many resources.Please press Command + Space to open Spotlight search, type Activity Monitor and press Enter. Click the "% CPU" heading to sort by CPU usage. In some cases, there may be a runaway application that uses 99% CPU. To force the process to quit, please select it by clicking on it and then click the "X" button on the toolbar.
Manage startup programs MacBook
If your MacBook is slow after startup, you may start too many programs.
1. To manage startup programs, click the Apple menu icon and select "System Preferences" to open the "System Preferences".
2. Click the "Users and Groups" icon, select the current user account, and then click Login Items tab.
3. Uncheck any applications you want to execute. Check startup programs you want to remove. Press the "–" sign below.
4. If you want the program to start automatically when you log in to your Mac, drag and drop it into this list, or click the "+" button at the bottom of the list and add it.
Reset your SMC
Reset your SMC to resolve various issues. This tip can fix various system issues on MacBook. Resetting the system management controller (or SMC) can resolve everything from poor performance to startup issues and Wi-Fi hardware issues. This will not actually delete any data
How do I upgrade my MacBook hard disk drive?
The mac OS system may gradually occupy the hard disk space. With many professional software, browser cache, downloaded temporary files will cause built-in hard disk not be enough. Not to that when using Photoshop, ae and other large applications, a large part of the hard disk space is also needed for caching. At this time, upgrading your hard drive is a great way to make MacBook run faster again.
Can MacBook Pro replace hard drives?
It depends on the year/model of the MBP. The earlier MacBook hard drive are pluggable, but some new models are soldered to the motherboard and there is no external interface.
You cannot upgrade hard drive without replacing the motherboard.Although some versions can be replaced, some engineer connect the hard disks of other interfaces through the adapter board. However, many errors are easy to occur. If it does not meet the standards, then you can only find the official after-sales of Apple, they can give you a plan that meets the original factory standards.
How to upgrade MacBook hard drive?
Required tools / MacBook spare accessories
MacBook Air SSD
Torx head screwdriver for removing hard disk
Repair toolkit
1. First remove the eight small screws below the fuselage (a small screwdriver is needed at this time)
2. In this way, the back cover of the computer can be opened. Care must be taken in the opening procedures to prevent excessive damage to the internal components of the MacBook.
3. Open the back cover and disconnect the power connector of the device as shown in the figure below to prevent electric short circuit during the disassembly operation.
4. Find the slot for fixing the SSD (Solid State Drive) near the motherboard, and remove the two fixing screws as shown below.
5. At this time, the connection cable for linking the hard disk and the motherboard can be removed. We first unplug the connecting cable above it.
Lift the hard disk slightly. You will see the SATA ribbon connected atone end. Carefully twist the connector-not the ribbon itself-to disconnect.
6. Finally, you can take out the entire hard disk. In this process, be careful not to damage the small connection ports in the device.
Grasp the SSD and screw in the four torx screws removed from the hard drive. Then, carefully connect the SATA ribbon to the SSD and insert the drive into the same configuration as the previous drive.
7. Reinstall the bracket. Finally, replace the back cover and tiny screws.
How does MacBook pro add memory?
MacBook after 2015 does not support RAM replacement. And after 2015, the circuit boards are highly integrated, and the memory is soldered onto the motherboard. Once soldered, it is not so easy to remove. But it is not impossible to operate, but it is extremely difficult.
1. When purchasing a memory module, please pay attention to the memory with the same frequency. There is a computer memory upgrade limit in the upgrade instructions, so be sure to read it clearly.
2. Turn off the computer. After removing the screws on the back cover,the back cover can be easily pulled away from the front and rear cover.
3. The memory module is in the middle, and it has two plastic clips on both sides. Push the buckle outwards, the RAM will pop up and you can remove it.
4. A new RAM is inserted. When inserting, pay attention to inserting the memory module into the memory socket at an appropriate angle, and then press down gently.
5. After these steps, close the back cover.
Turn on the MacBook first, and if the it is boot normally, turn off the machine and tighten the screws.
If there are some beeps at boot, it means the RAM is not inserted properly. You should press the power button to force shutdown and try to insert it again.
In general, after the above steps are completed, your MacBook will be much faster than others, the program will start faster, and it will take less time to save the file.
About which parts of each generation of MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook can be upgraded or repaired and replaced laptop parts by yourself. You can refer to this article How to upgrade a MacBook Pro or MacBook Air? Here is the most complete guide to make MacBook air run better.
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