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iMac 21.5" (Mid-2017) Upgrade Guide & Service

Entry-level 21.5" with soldered RAM. SSD upgrade is the only option but very effective.

Model ID iMac18,1
Model Numbers A1418
Year 2017
Display 21.5"
Processors Core i5 2.3GHz
Discontinued October 2021

Available Upgrades for iMac 21.5" (Mid-2017)

🧠 RAM Upgrade

✗ Not Upgradeable

RAM is permanently soldered. Cannot be upgraded.

💾 SSD / Storage Upgrade

From $149
✓ Upgradeable
Storage Type SATA 2.5" HDD
Default Storage 1TB HDD
Maximum 2TB
Installation Professional required

HDD can be replaced with 2.5" SATA SSD. Huge speed improvement.

Common Problems We Solve

If your iMac 21.5" (Mid-2017) is experiencing any of these issues, an upgrade could help:

Our Recommendations for iMac 21.5" (Mid-2017)

SSD upgrade essential - HDD is the bottleneck

Why Upgrade Your iMac With Us?

🔧 Expert Technicians

Our team has upgraded hundreds of iMacs. We know the quirks of each model and use proper tools and techniques.

💰 Quality Parts

We use premium RAM and SSDs that meet or exceed Apple specifications. No cheap components that fail early.

✓ 12-Month Warranty

All upgrades include a 12-month warranty on parts and labour. If something fails, we fix it free.

📋 Data Preserved

Your files, apps, and settings stay intact. We migrate everything to your new drive seamlessly.

How It Works

1

Free Quote

Tell us your iMac model and what you'd like to upgrade. We'll provide a detailed quote.

2

Drop Off or Ship

Bring your iMac to our Hills District workshop or arrange courier pickup.

3

Expert Upgrade

We perform the upgrade, test thoroughly, and migrate your data if needed.

4

Collect & Enjoy

Pick up your upgraded iMac and enjoy the improved performance!

Ready to Upgrade Your iMac 21.5" (Mid-2017)?

Contact us today for a free quote on your iMac upgrade.

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