If your iMac Aluminium (2007–2009) needs an SSD upgrade, our London technicians can help, usually with a quote on the same day you bring it in.
The 3.5-inch SATA hard drive sits behind the LCD, so the bezel and display have to come out. We fit a 2.5-inch SSD with a bracket and clone your system. The SATA II bus limits peak speed, but the improvement over the original drive is dramatic, especially at start-up.
About this model: The first aluminium iMacs (A1224 20-inch and A1225 24-inch) introduced the glass-and-aluminium look. They’re now well over 15 years old, and the usual faults are hard drive failure, graphics problems on some 24-inch configurations, and power supply faults.
Signs it needs an SSD upgrade
- Very slow start-up
- Clicking drive
- Spinning beach ball
- Failing drive
How we do it
We use quality SATA SSDs from established brands, fitted with a bracket or adapter where the bay was designed for a larger drive. If your old drive still reads, we clone it so your apps, files and settings carry across unchanged.
Once fitted, we either restore your existing system or install the newest macOS your model supports, then run a full read/write test and check the drive’s health reporting before handing it back.
If you’d rather move to a new Mac instead, our data migration service (from £79 + VAT) transfers everything across.
At a glance
| Years | 2007–2009 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo |
| Storage | Standard SATA drive |
| Memory | Socketed, upgradeable |
| Power / charging | Internal mains power supply |
Before you bring it in
Note any older apps you rely on. Some very old software won’t run on newer macOS versions, so we’ll match the macOS version to what you need.
Which model do you have?
This page covers the iMac Aluminium 20 & 24-inch (2007–2009) (iMac7,1 / 8,1 / 9,1; A1224, A1225). Open the Apple menu and choose About This Mac. The model number is also printed under the stand or on the base. Not sure? Bring it in and we’ll identify it for you.
Price
We give you a fixed quote for your exact model after a free initial assessment, before any work starts. All prices are subject to inspection, and nothing is done without your approval.
Questions we’re often asked
Will I lose my files?
No. We clone or back up your data before any upgrade and check everything is in place afterwards.
Is it worth upgrading this model?
For most owners it is. An upgrade costs a fraction of a new Mac, and we’ll say plainly if your particular machine has other faults that make it a poor investment.
Is there a warranty?
Yes, our repairs come with a warranty on the work and parts. Ask us for the terms that apply to your repair.
Book a repair
Call 020 7394 2528 or email info@mac-repair.london with a short description of the fault and we’ll come back with a quote.