Hi there: The 1.83ghz machine below is five years old (the first of the late-2006 core 2 duo machines) and I'm beginning to notice a minor whine sound when it's running. I assume this is the (original 160gb) HD demonstrating some wear, so in order to avoid a headache later on I'm checking into replacement options. So my questions are:
1. Is this replacement something I can do myself or would it be better to pay someone to do so? The ifixit site has a guide but it's marked as "moderate" for difficulty, so I'm glad to hear other opinions on the task. 2. The drive type is 160 GB 7200 rpm Serial ATA drive...so will any drive with these specs work? Or are there other constraints I need to consider, e.g. specified as Mac-compatible? (I'd like to at least double the capacity if my pretty limited budget can stand it.) 3. Are there manufacturers I should seek our or avoid? I've always heard good things about Seagate and Western Digital but beyond that I'm in the dark. 4. About what might I expect to have to pay if I have someone else do the installation? 5. Anything else I should keep in mind? As always my thanks in advance! *************** Bill Spencer in Maryland IMac Core 2 Duo 2.4 ghz/2 g RAM/Lion IMac Core 2 Duo 1.83 ghz/2 g RAM/Lion -- You received this message because you are a member of the iMac Group, a group for those using Apple iMacs and eMacs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/imac/list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to imaclist@googlegroups.com To leave this group, send email to imaclist+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/imaclist
