Have you upgraded to Mac OS Big Sur with the sabrent drive in the adapter? If yes any particular issues? Want to upgrade but want to make sure it works well with Mac OS 11.01 Big Sur. Thanks for letting me know
Hello all, After reading a lot about this adaptor, I decided to buy it, now waiting for it. I have read about the hibernation problem and the waste of battery while sleeping but I will run the risk. If it doesnt work properly enough, I will get an external enclouser and I will use it as an external storage.
I used a 2242 sabrent1tb and it worked. I cloned my Catalina boot drive but that didn’t work and would crash during the apple logo boot loading bar bit. So I booted in recovery mode and formatted the disk and did a fresh install on the sabrent and that worked.
Hi I have serious battery drain with WD SN530 2242 (looks like it is a phison controller E19T. Is there and fix with terminal commands or OCLP options? Many thanks for your help
@@LeoEverydayTech I got it, okay. Thank you. Please answer one more question, there are three types of adapter. Below I will leave a link to a photo of three adapters. There is a usual but there is like a new version with a cutout in the adapter of two versions, V5 and V6 Can you know which one is better? ibb.co/RYfDbWv
@@LeoEverydayTech And there are two types of SSD SN520, which one did you check and fit? 1) NVME Gen3 * 2 \ 512G \ 1700MBs-1300MBs 2) NVME Gen3 * 4 \ 512G \ 2400MBs-1750MBs
Thanks for the videos! You are now suggesting to avoid 2280 form factor due to probable overheating. Have you experienced this after you part 2 video. I am asking because the samsung is relatively cheap and the write/read speeds are faster than in the other form factors. For a user that needs essentially good storage but does not demand significantly processing power from the computer do you think this might be an issue? Thanks for your feedback. Regards
Hello, I'm sorry for my weak English, I'm from Brazil and I don't know if I understood correctly, but ssd m.2 nvme 2242 with the key b + m is compatible? Or just ssd with key M? And thank you, your content is incredible.
Thanks for the info. Will P961 overheat due to It's size and the fact that it's covering heat sink? I live in China and can't get my hands on sabrent 2242, aparently there's no other 2242 1tb ssd.
hope you can buy this one: es.aliexpress.com/item/10000017140633.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.532b3c99nCYaHz&algo_pvid=d1cc7371-cf53-4e46-9a5b-768de92a50e8&algo_expid=d1cc7371-cf53-4e46-9a5b-768de92a50e8-3&btsid=0b0a556216052238751552067e932a&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_
What is different single or double, thats mean only use to pci express 3.0x 4rain Some ssd able sata3 and pci express rain 2 that used b+m key ssd. it means double side. If you wanna upgrade macbook a1708. Most use nvme pci 4rain ssd. It have only m key ssd. If unable understand, dm for me,on youtube. Thanks a lot
I purchaded a Sabrent Rocket (2242) with 512GB for my Macbook Pro 13" 2017. It is working. However, I'm facing the following problems: Sometimes when turnning on the Macbook, a screen with a Folder and a "?" symbol within it appears, I need to turn off with the physical button and turn it on again. Another problem is that when asking the macbook to Restart, it takes more than 1 minute to do it (black screen for a long time until the Apple Logo appears) and when it does, in the desktop an error message saying a forced restart needed to happen (or something like that). Anyone facing it?
@@erickbdias Nop. The only way I see fit it to turn on without any cable connected to the Macbook. That will work smoothly. And fortunately I don't do that many times.
I just upgraded my mac with the same SSD, so far the only problem is, that when i try to restart the macbook it won't do it, just goes off. When I turn it on I get a message that says something like "the system suddenly shut off" or something like that. Anyone having the same problem or anyone with a solution?
Hi Leo. I have used a Netac N930ES 2242 and the NFHK adapter. I installed the new ssd. Restored via Time Machine. However my laptop shuts down everytime I try to boot it. The loading bar will complete but it will shut down eventually. Any idea why?
@@LeoEverydayTech hi Leo, I’ve tried the WD sn520 in both 2230 and 2242 form factor, and both give me the same issue, the MacBook fails to restart, and even the power button won’t turn it up. I did a fresh Catalina install on both ssd with an external usb3 enclosure. It’s strange that after putting the ssd and reconnect the battery, the MacBook won’t turn on and ask for the ac adapter even if the battery is fully charged! After the booting, if I choose to restart the MacBook, the screen remain gray for a few seconds the go black, at that point even the power button won’t turn in on. Any idea? Thanks in advance.
@@riccardeno did you know it can take up to 2 minutes of the black screen during the first boot after SSD replacement? It might be helpful if you could share footage of the boot.
Hola saludos desde Mexico. mi aportación primero mi MacBook Pro 2017 ssd 128 apple temperatura al iniciar sistema aproximadamente 60 grados celcius como a los 2 minutos baja a 45 grados y el ssd a 45 grados. Con adaptador y ssd m.2 sabranet 2242 de 512 gb inicia igual aproximadamente 60 grados y a los dos minutos baja a 43 grados 1200 rpm el ventilador y el ssd sabranet 36 grados mucho mejor que el original de apple. viendo videos ambos sistemas aproximados a los 52 grados.
hi i have put the sabrent 1tb at first write speeds were fast and read speeds are fine but now im only getting read speeds of 500 at the most please tell if this is normal or do i have a bum mem.
You are not alone. Some SSDs throttle writing speed after a period of continuous writes. I am using WD SN520 512GB at the moment which does not have that issue.
I also have this kind of problem. It is already my second Sabrent 1TB. But both have the same problem. In the beginning with a clean install of macOS, the write speed was about 1300 MB/s. But after I migrated my files, the write speed decreased to 500 MB/s or less. I was searching for the WDSN520 SSD, but my concern is, that this is not compatible with the adapter as the WD SSD is B+M Key???
and surprisingly when I connect the same SSD in an external case to my macBook and boot from it, the write speeds are around 600 MB/s. So it is a bit faster than when installed internal. Could it be the fault of the adapter and do I have to use another one if I would purchase the WD SN520 ?
@@maetiss3200 Based on my testing, all adaptors are the same. The SSDs differ significantly. My guess is some SSDs have a limited cache. So when running out of cache, the write speed gets throttled.
Hi Leo, thank you for these excellent videos. I'd like to upgrade my MBP2017, but I haven't made the decision which SSD is better. I searched for several newest SSDs (Gen 3 x 4, NVMe, 2242/2230), but I don't know if they work, they're [Samsung PM991], [Toshiba, BG4], [LITEON, T12] and [LITEON, T12Plus]. I also found several old SSDs(Gen 3 x 2, NVMe, 2242/2230), they're [Samsung PM 971], [Toshiba, BG3], [Toshiba, RC100], [WD SN520], [LITEON, T11Plus], [Lenovo, X800], [Lexar, NM520], [Pioneer, SE10N], [Hynix, BC501], [EAGET, S450] and [KingSpec]. I prefer [Samsung PM991] and [Toshiba, BG4], but I don't know the compatibility problem of these SSDs to MBP. Could you please give me some recommendations or suggestions? Cheers. And I hope the name of these SSDs could give useful information to those who want to upgrade their laptop.
Hi, Thank you for the good questions. Will you be able for find a Samsung PM991 or Toshiba BG4 with 512GB storage or larger at an afforable price? For me, the answer is NO. For the same 512GB storage, these drives (2230) will be slower than Apple stock SSD, and probably not so afforable either. Therefore, I will go for the 1TB or 2TB 2242 ones.
@@LeoEverydayTech I'm not able to find a 2242 sabrent here. I am able to find a 2242 Samsung PM991 in Australia and it's affordable(about AUD100 for 512G one in eBay). In consideration of the compatibility, I'll go for Samsung 970 EVO(Plus) or 970 Pro instead, though the backlid would be not flat.
I bought KIOXIA KBG40ZNS256G Client SSD 256GB NVMe / PCIe M.2 2230, which KIOXIA it is Toshiba apparently. Used the adapter but the drive was not available when reinstalling OS. No listed in diskutils list. Should I do something extra to get the drive recognized?
KBG40ZNS256G is compatible with A1708, but you need some troubleshooting to get it recognized. I have made a video "best practice of ..." to address this issue.
I Wrote in macrumors about this adaptor and it seems that several people have problem with Power consumption during hibernation increased significantly, MacBook looses around 20% per night and others... forums.macrumors.com/threads/found-this-adaptor-for-2016-2017-non-touch-bar-for-ssd-upgrades.2231881/page-6?post=28738166#post-28738166 I think I am not going for it....
I am using WD SN520 512GB 2242. Everything works great except for a minor battery drain in sleep mode (8% overnight). I believe the battery drain or hibernation issues are associated with the NVME SSD, not the adaptor.
SK hynix Gold P31 2TB(m.2 2280) works perfectly for me.
Glad that I saw your video before I choose to buy a expensive stock ssd! Thanks bro!
Have you upgraded to Mac OS Big Sur with the sabrent drive in the adapter? If yes any particular issues? Want to upgrade but want to make sure it works well with Mac OS 11.01 Big Sur. Thanks for letting me know
Hello all,
After reading a lot about this adaptor, I decided to buy it, now waiting for it.
I have read about the hibernation problem and the waste of battery while sleeping but I will run the risk.
If it doesnt work properly enough, I will get an external enclouser and I will use it as an external storage.
how is it?
I used a 2242 sabrent1tb and it worked. I cloned my Catalina boot drive but that didn’t work and would crash during the apple logo boot loading bar bit. So I booted in recovery mode and formatted the disk and did a fresh install on the sabrent and that worked.
Yes. Fresh installation or recovery from time machine seems to be the best practice for APFS Volumes.
Did you use the double sided version of 2242 Sabrent 1TB SSD? doesn't it fit into the adapter and back cover can fit into without any problem?
Can you share the product number for that Sabrent?
did you got any issues with hibernation (after closing and opening the lid)?
can you share write & read speed you get?
MacBookPro14,1 a1708 Sabrent 1TB 2242 fit perfect but is not recogniced. Any idea why ?
Hi I have serious battery drain with WD SN530 2242 (looks like it is a phison controller E19T. Is there and fix with terminal commands or OCLP options? Many thanks for your help
So which one is better to use so that there are no problems with hibernation and battery?
'' WD SN520 2242 '' or '' Sabrent 2242 '' ?
I always recommend sn520 (faster and less battery drain) unless I need something larger than 512GB.
@@LeoEverydayTech I got it, okay. Thank you. Please answer one more question, there are three types of adapter. Below I will leave a link to a photo of three adapters. There is a usual but there is like a new version with a cutout in the adapter of two versions, V5 and V6
Can you know which one is better? ibb.co/RYfDbWv
@@LeoEverydayTech And there are two types of SSD SN520, which one did you check and fit?
1) NVME Gen3 * 2 \ 512G \ 1700MBs-1300MBs
2) NVME Gen3 * 4 \ 512G \ 2400MBs-1750MBs
The 2280 options are not recommended?
Thanks for the videos! You are now suggesting to avoid 2280 form factor due to probable overheating. Have you experienced this after you part 2 video. I am asking because the samsung is relatively cheap and the write/read speeds are faster than in the other form factors. For a user that needs essentially good storage but does not demand significantly processing power from the computer do you think this might be an issue? Thanks for your feedback. Regards
Thanks for sharing this valuable info, I am planning to upgrade my ssd, is there any seller shipping locally in USA ?
not that i am aware of.
amazon has em now 2 day shipping.
Hello, I'm sorry for my weak English, I'm from Brazil and I don't know if I understood correctly, but ssd m.2 nvme 2242 with the key b + m is compatible? Or just ssd with key M? And thank you, your content is incredible.
Both are compatible.
Thanks for the info. Will P961 overheat due to It's size and the fact that it's covering heat sink? I live in China and can't get my hands on sabrent 2242, aparently there's no other 2242 1tb ssd.
hope you can buy this one: es.aliexpress.com/item/10000017140633.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.532b3c99nCYaHz&algo_pvid=d1cc7371-cf53-4e46-9a5b-768de92a50e8&algo_expid=d1cc7371-cf53-4e46-9a5b-768de92a50e8-3&btsid=0b0a556216052238751552067e932a&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_
Does the adpater fit the M+B key 2242? Thanks will it work? Have you tried already? Thanks
What is different single or double, thats mean only use to pci express 3.0x 4rain
Some ssd able sata3 and pci express rain 2 that used b+m key ssd. it means double side. If you wanna upgrade macbook a1708. Most use nvme pci 4rain ssd. It have only m key ssd.
If unable understand, dm for me,on youtube. Thanks a lot
Is there a A1707 adapter mines is MacBook Pro Touch Bar 2016
No it is soldered to the motherboard
I purchaded a Sabrent Rocket (2242) with 512GB for my Macbook Pro 13" 2017. It is working. However, I'm facing the following problems: Sometimes when turnning on the Macbook, a screen with a Folder and a "?" symbol within it appears, I need to turn off with the physical button and turn it on again. Another problem is that when asking the macbook to Restart, it takes more than 1 minute to do it (black screen for a long time until the Apple Logo appears) and when it does, in the desktop an error message saying a forced restart needed to happen (or something like that). Anyone facing it?
I have the same issue... I found that booting without any external device will detect the drive
Other option still to press shift + control + option + command and then power. The MacBook will reboot and detect de disk. (Weird)
@@x0rt1 have you found any solution?
@@erickbdias Nop. The only way I see fit it to turn on without any cable connected to the Macbook. That will work smoothly. And fortunately I don't do that many times.
I just upgraded my mac with the same SSD, so far the only problem is, that when i try to restart the macbook it won't do it, just goes off. When I turn it on I get a message that says something like "the system suddenly shut off" or something like that. Anyone having the same problem or anyone with a solution?
Do u know if Kingspec 2242 will work with this adapter?
Please try phison e16 controller (pci gen4). It’s work?
Does Adata xpg sx8200 pro m.2 works on this adapter?
Hello. I'm planning to use that one too. Have you tried it? I just can't find any other YT videos re this 😢
SK HYNIX 256GB SSD HFM256GD3GX013N NVME M.2 2230
Is it necessary to tape this adapter down similar, to OEM drive? Does anyone know what tape Apple uses?
Not necessary.
Hello, is there any problems (hibernation or compatibility) if i buy the sabrent nano 2242 1TB (SB-1342-1TB) for the mabook pro a1708?
Some say they experienced battery drain in sleep mode.
@@LeoEverydayTech Ok, i dont mind about it
Hi Leo. I have used a Netac N930ES 2242 and the NFHK adapter. I installed the new ssd. Restored via Time Machine. However my laptop shuts down everytime I try to boot it. The loading bar will complete but it will shut down eventually. Any idea why?
Most likely SSD incompatibility. I recommend using WD SN520.
@@LeoEverydayTech hi Leo, I’ve tried the WD sn520 in both 2230 and 2242 form factor, and both give me the same issue, the MacBook fails to restart, and even the power button won’t turn it up. I did a fresh Catalina install on both ssd with an external usb3 enclosure. It’s strange that after putting the ssd and reconnect the battery, the MacBook won’t turn on and ask for the ac adapter even if the battery is fully charged! After the booting, if I choose to restart the MacBook, the screen remain gray for a few seconds the go black, at that point even the power button won’t turn in on. Any idea? Thanks in advance.
@@riccardeno 1) Try another NFHK adapter. 2) Stick with 2242 SN520 3) reset SMC and PRAM
@@LeoEverydayTech I’ve tried with two different NFHK adapters and also reset the SMC, the last thing is reset the PRAM
@@riccardeno did you know it can take up to 2 minutes of the black screen during the first boot after SSD replacement? It might be helpful if you could share footage of the boot.
Will this drive work? Sabrent 1TB Rocket NVMe PCIe M.2 2280 Internal SSD High Performance Solid State Drive (SB-ROCKET-1TB)
Or would this model be preferred? Sabrent 1TB Rocket NVMe PCIe M.2 2242 DRAM-Less Low Power Internal High Performance SSD (SB-1342-1TB)
Yes. Sabrent 2242 works.
Leo Everyday Tech I’m am concerned about the thickness - this SSD is dual-sided. Please check the form factor and confirm, thanks!
hi Leo.
I installed macos on samsung ssd 981a.
When installed to about 80%, it says 'your computer restarted because of a problem mac'
please help me!
I would suggest trying a different method to install macOS. I am planning to make another video to demonstrate the process.
Hello, I have the same problem. How did you find a solution?
Hi Leo.
i want upgrade SSD WD SN520 256GB NVME M.2 2242 SDAPMUW-256G
Does it work?
I will test WD sn520 soon once I receive the drive.
@@LeoEverydayTech Did you try WD SN520 already?
@@franciscocontrerasgarcia6266 Yes. It works like a charm
@@LeoEverydayTech Hwllo Leo, write the link for WD sn520 because i cant find it !! This WD Blue™ SN550 NVMe™ SSD m2 2280 it work too?
search "a1708 512gb" on eBay and go for the cheapest.
Hola saludos desde Mexico. mi aportación primero mi MacBook Pro 2017 ssd 128 apple temperatura al iniciar sistema aproximadamente 60 grados celcius como a los 2 minutos baja a 45 grados y el ssd a 45 grados. Con adaptador y ssd m.2 sabranet 2242 de 512 gb inicia igual aproximadamente 60 grados y a los dos minutos baja a 43 grados 1200 rpm el ventilador y el ssd sabranet 36 grados mucho mejor que el original de apple. viendo videos ambos sistemas aproximados a los 52 grados.
una cosa mas sabranet 512 gb m.2 2242 compatible con reposo
Disculpa donde conseguiste el SSD de 512Gb?
Ismael Gasca amazon
@@adolfodominguez92 algun problema o algo hasta el momento ?
Lugo Lugoso ninguno actual mente todo exelente wp 8113297299
Is 2280 will work. WD 3D Nand
I don’t recommend any 2280 SSD for long term use.
Try to sleep mode and wakeup issue?
charisma say i think he meant thermal issues. Sleep wake up should be good
Salman Mansuri wd black or blue series?
@@charismasay Black. Installed & works.
hi i have put the sabrent 1tb at first write speeds were fast and read speeds are fine but now im only getting read speeds of 500 at the most please tell if this is normal or do i have a bum mem.
You are not alone. Some SSDs throttle writing speed after a period of continuous writes. I am using WD SN520 512GB at the moment which does not have that issue.
I also have this kind of problem. It is already my second Sabrent 1TB. But both have the same problem. In the beginning with a clean install of macOS, the write speed was about 1300 MB/s. But after I migrated my files, the write speed decreased to 500 MB/s or less.
I was searching for the WDSN520 SSD, but my concern is, that this is not compatible with the adapter as the WD SSD is B+M Key???
and surprisingly when I connect the same SSD in an external case to my macBook and boot from it, the write speeds are around 600 MB/s. So it is a bit faster than when installed internal. Could it be the fault of the adapter and do I have to use another one if I would purchase the WD SN520 ?
@@maetiss3200 WD SN520 is 100% compatible.
@@maetiss3200 Based on my testing, all adaptors are the same. The SSDs differ significantly. My guess is some SSDs have a limited cache. So when running out of cache, the write speed gets throttled.
Hi is Toshiba kbg40znt512g == Toshiba BG4? it seem 2242 512G SSD
someone test it can work?
Based on what I have heard, this model is compatible.
@@LeoEverydayTech thank you：）
Hi I swap use Toshiba kbg40znt512g for my A1708 , it works. Thank you. :)
@@q0821 Hey man,
Do you have any feedback on the toshiba? Transfer speed, problem of hibernation, heating, battery or other?
@@CSGODrAKeN Transfer speed seem heating high will slow , hibernation is ok , heating seem sometime will high ,battery is ok
Hi Leo, thank you for these excellent videos.
I'd like to upgrade my MBP2017, but I haven't made the decision which SSD is better.
I searched for several newest SSDs (Gen 3 x 4, NVMe, 2242/2230), but I don't know if they work, they're [Samsung PM991], [Toshiba, BG4], [LITEON, T12] and [LITEON, T12Plus].
I also found several old SSDs(Gen 3 x 2, NVMe, 2242/2230), they're [Samsung PM 971], [Toshiba, BG3], [Toshiba, RC100], [WD SN520], [LITEON, T11Plus], [Lenovo, X800], [Lexar, NM520], [Pioneer, SE10N], [Hynix, BC501], [EAGET, S450] and [KingSpec].
I prefer [Samsung PM991] and [Toshiba, BG4], but I don't know the compatibility problem of these SSDs to MBP.
Could you please give me some recommendations or suggestions? Cheers.
And I hope the name of these SSDs could give useful information to those who want to upgrade their laptop.
Hi, Thank you for the good questions. Will you be able for find a Samsung PM991 or Toshiba BG4 with 512GB storage or larger at an afforable price? For me, the answer is NO. For the same 512GB storage, these drives (2230) will be slower than Apple stock SSD, and probably not so afforable either. Therefore, I will go for the 1TB or 2TB 2242 ones.
@@LeoEverydayTech I'm not able to find a 2242 sabrent here. I am able to find a 2242 Samsung PM991 in Australia and it's affordable(about AUD100 for 512G one in eBay). In consideration of the compatibility, I'll go for Samsung 970 EVO(Plus) or 970 Pro instead, though the backlid would be not flat.
FYI: Someone has tried Samsung PM991, unfortunately, it doesn't work.
Thanks for sharing this info!
Hi did you endup deciding on an SSD to use? I only just started my research on latest ones but if you have anything to share i'd appreciate it!
I bought KIOXIA KBG40ZNS256G Client SSD 256GB NVMe / PCIe M.2 2230, which KIOXIA it is Toshiba apparently. Used the adapter but the drive was not available when reinstalling OS. No listed in diskutils list. Should I do something extra to get the drive recognized?
KBG40ZNS256G is compatible with A1708, but you need some troubleshooting to get it recognized. I have made a video "best practice of ..." to address this issue.
For people who can't find the adaptor, just search on aliexpress. You can contact with seller or just order it. Maybe you can get it cheaper.
I Wrote in macrumors about this adaptor and it seems that several people have problem with Power consumption during hibernation increased significantly, MacBook looses around 20% per night and others...
forums.macrumors.com/threads/found-this-adaptor-for-2016-2017-non-touch-bar-for-ssd-upgrades.2231881/page-6?post=28738166#post-28738166
I think I am not going for it....
I am using WD SN520 512GB 2242. Everything works great except for a minor battery drain in sleep mode (8% overnight). I believe the battery drain or hibernation issues are associated with the NVME SSD, not the adaptor.