Thread: I think I can use an ssd in my old cheesegrater
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Old 03-02-2020, 06:40 PM
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Default Re: I think I can use an ssd in my old cheesegrater
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Originally Posted by JFreak View Post
So if you find an adapter that makes your 2.5" SSD connect to the 3.5" sled correctly you can use the original sled to connect your smaller size drive. Point being you can even connect the drive without sled at all, just stick the connectors of the drive to the motherboard and it will power up.
This. I found the Newertech Adaptadrive worked the best for me. Assuming you have the original Mac Pro sleds. OWC's sleds would probably work great if you don't (and no adapter needed).

Cheaper 2.5" - 3.5" adapters might have misalignments. I also tried some custom made replacement sleds. Didn't fit right for me.
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