How do you upgrade the hard drives in the Mac Pro to SSDs? What SSD options are available? Which SSD configuration provides the fastest performance? When this Q&A first was published eons ago, Apple did not offer an SSD option for the Mac Pro and equipping any Mac Pro model with an SSD involved a creative use of zip ties or some other method to delicately anchor a 2.5' SSD in a 3.5' hard drive bay. Thankfully, times have changed. Starting on July 27, 2010, with the introduction of the 'Mid-2010' Mac Pro models, Apple began to offer SSDs as a standard configuration (albeit at significantly higher prices than SSD options from other companies available for self-installation).

Also, have emerged that make it quick and easy to install SSDs in the traditional Mac Pro hard drive bays as well as in the optical drive bays. Have been developed, too. Photo Credit: Apple, Inc. (Mac Pro) Identification Help As the SSD installation available vary depending on the Mac Pro model, it is particularly important to know which Mac Pro model you have. Each Mac Pro line can be identified by the in software and externally. To locate the model identifier, select 'About This Mac' under the Apple Menu on your computer and click the 'More Info.'

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If the Mac Pro is running OS X 'Lion' (10.7) or later, click the 'System Report' button after clicking 'More Info.' The EMC number is listed on the rear of the system in small type.