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How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023)

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  1. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Prepare your Mac Studio for disassembly: Schritt 1, Bild 1 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Prepare your Mac Studio for disassembly: Schritt 1, Bild 2 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Prepare your Mac Studio for disassembly: Schritt 1, Bild 3 von 3
    • Completely shut down your Mac Studio.

    • Unplug all cables from your device.

  2. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Flip your Mac Studio over: Schritt 2, Bild 1 von 1
    • Flip your Mac Studio over and lay it down so the bottom faces up and the SD card slot and two front USB‑C ports are facing you.

  3. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Heat the bottom cover screw pad: Schritt 3, Bild 1 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Heat the bottom cover screw pad: Schritt 3, Bild 2 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Heat the bottom cover screw pad: Schritt 3, Bild 3 von 3
    • Adhesive strips secure the bottom cover screw pad.

    • Heat an iOpener and lay it over one of the bottom cover screws for two minutes to soften the adhesive near the screw—this is where you'll insert a spudger in the next step.

    • You can also use a hair dryer or heat gun, but be careful as extreme heat will warp the pad.

  4. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Lift a section of bottom cover screw pad: Schritt 4, Bild 1 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Lift a section of bottom cover screw pad: Schritt 4, Bild 2 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Lift a section of bottom cover screw pad: Schritt 4, Bild 3 von 3
    • Insert the point of a spudger under the pad's inner edge, near the screw you applied heat to in the previous step.

    • This may take some force. If you're having trouble, apply more heat and try again.

    • Use the spudger to lift the pad and separate the adhesive.

  5. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Separate the remaining adhesive: Schritt 5, Bild 1 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Separate the remaining adhesive: Schritt 5, Bild 2 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Separate the remaining adhesive: Schritt 5, Bild 3 von 3
    • Insert the flat end of a spudger under the pad.

    • Slide the spudger under the entire pad to separate the remaining adhesive.

  6. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the bottom cover screw pad: Schritt 6, Bild 1 von 1
    • Remove the bottom cover screw pad.

  7. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Reassembly information: Schritt 7, Bild 1 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Reassembly information: Schritt 7, Bild 2 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Reassembly information: Schritt 7, Bild 3 von 3
    In diesem Schritt verwendetes Werkzeug:
    Tesa 61395 Tape
    $2.99
    • During reassembly:

    • If the adhesive strips are still sticky, you can reuse them.

    • If you're applying new adhesive:

    • Use the flat end of a spudger and your fingers to scrape up and remove the old adhesive strips.

    • Use isopropyl alcohol and a microfiber cloth to remove the old adhesive residue.

    • If you don't have replacement adhesive, you can use strips of thin, double-sided tape 2–3 mm wide.

    • Apply the new adhesive strips to the bottom cover and remove their liners.

    • Firmly press the bottom cover screw pad into its recess to secure it.

  8. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the bottom cover screws: Schritt 8, Bild 1 von 2 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the bottom cover screws: Schritt 8, Bild 2 von 2
    In diesem Schritt verwendetes Werkzeug:
    FixMat
    $36.95
    • While the Mac Studio uses Torx Plus screws, standard Torx bits work. Make sure to apply constant, downward force to prevent stripping.

    • Use a T10 Torx screwdriver to remove the four 8 mm‑long screws securing the bottom cover.

    • Throughout this repair, keep track of each screw and make sure it goes back exactly where it came.

  9. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the bottom cover: Schritt 9, Bild 1 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the bottom cover: Schritt 9, Bild 2 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the bottom cover: Schritt 9, Bild 3 von 3
    • Insert the point of a spudger in one of the bottom cover's ventilation holes and lift the cover until you can grab it with your fingers.

    • Remove the bottom cover.

    • To orient the bottom cover, align the Kensington lock cutout in the top left corner with the corresponding one on the internal frame.

  10. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the power supply screws: Schritt 10, Bild 1 von 2 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the power supply screws: Schritt 10, Bild 2 von 2
    • Use a T10 Torx screwdriver to remove the six screws securing the power supply:

    • Four 6 mm‑long screws

    • Two 7 mm‑long screws with washers

    • You may need to remove a sticker to access these screws. If you do, save it for reassembly.

  11. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Reposition your Mac Studio: Schritt 11, Bild 1 von 1
    • Flip your Mac Studio around so the rear ports are facing you.

  12. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Disconnect the power cord port cable: Schritt 12, Bild 1 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Disconnect the power cord port cable: Schritt 12, Bild 2 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Disconnect the power cord port cable: Schritt 12, Bild 3 von 3
    • A tight plastic latch secures the power cord port cable.

    • Firmly hold the power supply with one hand and lift up the edge near the power cord port.

    • With your free hand, pinch the head of the power cord port connector to unclip it and pull straight down to disconnect the cable.

  13. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Tilt up the power supply: Schritt 13, Bild 1 von 1
    • Only grab the power supply by its edges. Various power components and capacitors are left exposed.

    • Carefully tilt the power supply away from the power cord port so it's at a 90-degree angle.

    • Be careful not to strain the cable that's still connected to the power supply.

    • Keep the power supply tilted up for the next step.

  14. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Disconnect the power supply signal cable: Schritt 14, Bild 1 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Disconnect the power supply signal cable: Schritt 14, Bild 2 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Disconnect the power supply signal cable: Schritt 14, Bild 3 von 3
    • A delicate plastic clip secures the power supply signal cable.

    • With your free hand, pinch the head of the power supply connector to unclip it and pull straight away from the socket to disconnect the cable.

  15. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the power supply: Schritt 15, Bild 1 von 1
    • Remove the power supply.

  16. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Reposition your Mac Studio: Schritt 16, Bild 1 von 1
    • Flip your Mac Studio around so the SD card reader and two front USB‑C ports are facing you.

  17. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the internal frame screws: Schritt 17, Bild 1 von 2 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the internal frame screws: Schritt 17, Bild 2 von 2
    • Use a T6 Torx screwdriver to remove the eight screws securing the internal frame:

    • Seven 5 mm‑long screws

    • One 4 mm‑long screw

  18. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the internal frame: Schritt 18, Bild 1 von 2 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the internal frame: Schritt 18, Bild 2 von 2
  19. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Unfasten the SSD modules: Schritt 19, Bild 1 von 1
    • SSD SLEEVE?

    • Your Mac Studio will have one or two SSDs depending on its storage configuration.

    • Use a T8 Torx screwdriver to remove the 3.8 mm‑long screw(s) securing the SSD(s).

  20. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Loosen the SSD: Schritt 20, Bild 1 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Loosen the SSD: Schritt 20, Bild 2 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Loosen the SSD: Schritt 20, Bild 3 von 3
    • The socket doesn't spring up the SSD like in some laptops—keep the SSD flat to the laptop when removing or inserting it to prevent damage to the socket.

    • The SSDs are secured tightly in their sockets.

    • Wiggle the SSD side-to-side while pulling it away from the socket to loosen it.

  21. How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the SSD: Schritt 21, Bild 1 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the SSD: Schritt 21, Bild 2 von 3 How to Remove the SSD Modules in Your Mac Studio (2023), Remove the SSD: Schritt 21, Bild 3 von 3
    • Pull the SSD straight out of its socket and remove it.

    • If you have a second SSD, repeat the process to remove it.

Abschluss

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Restore your Mac from a backup after reassembly.

Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.

Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.

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