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SMUGDESK PCIE x1 to 12+16 Pin SSD Adapter 20132017 Mac A1493 A1502 A1465 A1466

SKU CH-C44X-TN93A

Converts 12+16 pin 20132017 Mac SSDs (A1493, A1502, A1465, A1466) to PCIe x1 with 5Gbps bandwidth for desktop upgrades

  • Upgrade Mac SSD on desktop via PCIe x1 adapter
  • 5 Gbps bandwidth from single-lane PCIe x1 link
  • Works with Windows 10+ and macOS 10.13+
  • Plug-and-play install with metal bracket, no driver
  • Fits A1493 A1502 A1465 A1466 Mac SSDs

Mac SSD Adapter for 20132017 Models

This PCIE x1 converter card lets you reuse original MacBook Air and Pro SSDs with part numbers A1493, A1502, A1465 and A1466 inside a desktop PC. It targets builders who want to repurpose these specific 12+16 pin modules for extra storage without buying a new drive. The adapter bridges the proprietary Apple connector to a standard PCIE slot for data access.

Plug-and-Play Installation With Metal Bracket

The bundled standard metal bracket secures the card in a typical case expansion slot, while the driver-free design works immediately on Windows 10 or later and macOS 10.13 or above. No extra software or power cables are required, so the Mac SSD becomes usable as soon as the system boots. This simplicity suits users who prefer minimal configuration steps.

Check Motherboard Slot and OS Version First

Verify your board has a free PCIE x1 slot and runs a Z97 or newer chipset to match the stated compatibility list. Confirm the operating system is Windows 10+ or macOS 10.13+ before ordering, as earlier versions are not supported. Ensure the Mac SSD you own matches one of the four listed part numbers, since other Apple modules will not fit the 12+16 pin connector.

Highlights

  • Upgrade Mac SSD on desktop via PCIe x1 adapter
  • 5 Gbps bandwidth from single-lane PCIe x1 link
  • Works with Windows 10+ and macOS 10.13+
  • Plug-and-play install with metal bracket, no driver
  • Fits A1493 A1502 A1465 A1466 Mac SSDs

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the metal bracket ever need tightening after repeated installs?

The standard metal bracket is fixed to the card and does not require periodic adjustment.

Will the PCIe x1 lane saturate before the SSD reaches its top speed?

The single-lane PCIe x1 link caps bandwidth at 5Gbps, which is the first limit under sustained transfers.

Does the adapter draw extra power or generate heat during all-day operation?

It runs passively from the PCIe slot with no added power connector, so heat and noise stay minimal.

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