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I have a dead 2017 13” MacBook Pro (Function Keys) and need to read the SSD that I’ve removed. Is there an adapter to access it elsewhere? I’ve done a little research and can’t find any info. Thanks.
It was a while ago I posted this question - fortunately there is now a solution in the shape of an adapter from NFHK. If anyone else is trying to solve this, go here for more info: https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/fou…
Sadly, NO case so far I would contact OWC to see if they have something up their sleeves ;-} Otherwise you’ll need another MacBook Pro Fn system to gain access to the files.
I believe this is the drive Dominic is referring to:
It’s a Gen 5 referenced above, a proprietary SSD that has no adapters or enclosures that I can find. Between Secure Boot, encryption and proprietary drives, Apple seems to be closing the door on data recovery. A drive or machine failure may well doom all data without a current backup. Cody Henderson of BeetsTech posted an outstanding guide to Apple SSDs that includes a number of Gen 5 drives at the bottom of his list: The Ultimate Guide to Apple’s Proprietary SSDs
I am almost positive the answer is Yes! can you give us an image of the type of SSD you have? (specifically the connectors on the drive) if it is a standard SATA connector then there are many inexpensive adapters that can allow you to connect that drive up to another computer via USB
