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Tutorial: MacBook Air 13″ A1466 2013-2017 SSD Replacement

💾 Is your MacBook Air 13″ A1466 running slowly, short of storage or refusing to start up? This step-by-step tutorial shows you how to replace the SSD easily to boost performance or restore your system.

Compatible with A1466 models from 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2017, this illustrated guide lets you fit a new SSD with ease, using the right tools and with no technical know-how required.

🚀 Give your MacBook Air 13″ a new lease of life — gain speed, storage space and reliability, all while avoiding workshop repair fees.

Compatible models:
MacBook Air 13″ A1466 Mid 2013
MacBook Air 13″ A1466 Early 2014
MacBook Air 13″ A1466 Early 2015
MacBook Air 13″ A1466 2017

Difficulty: 1/5
Estimated time: 15 min

Step-by-step guide

  1. Step 1 of 9 1. Switch off the MacBook

    1. Switch off the MacBook

    Switch off your MacBook Air and unplug the power supply

    🚨 Never carry out any disassembly on a MacBook that is switched on

  2. Step 2 of 9 2. Unscrew the bottom case

    2. Unscrew the bottom case

    Remove the 10 external MacBook Air screws holding the bottom cover in place using a P5 pentalobe screwdriver

  3. Step 3 of 9 3. Remove the bottom case

    3. Remove the bottom case (1/2)
    3. Remove the bottom case (2/2)

    Gently lift the bottom case from the top edge to remove it from the Mac.

    💡 If the cover won't lift, you have probably missed a screw!

  4. Step 4 of 9 4. Disconnect the battery

    4. Disconnect the battery (1/2)
    4. Disconnect the battery (2/2)

    Pull the plastic tab to gently remove the battery connector.

    🚨 Always start with this step before touching any other components inside the Mac

  5. Step 5 of 9 5. Unscrew the battery

    5. Unscrew the battery (1/2)
    5. Unscrew the battery (2/2)

    Undo the 5 Torx T5 screws holding the MacBook Air battery in place

    If a screw is missing, you can find it in the complete screw kit for this model.

  6. Step 6 of 9 6. Remove the battery

    6. Remove the battery (1/2)
    6. Remove the battery (2/2)

    Gently lift the battery to remove it.
    The battery should come away easily, without any resistance

  7. Step 7 of 9 9. Unscrew the SSD

    9. Unscrew the SSD

    Use a Torx T5 screwdriver to unscrew the SSD.

    If you have lost this screw, you can find it in the complete screw kit

  8. Step 8 of 9 10. Remove the SSD

    10. Remove the SSD (1/2)
    10. Remove the SSD (2/2)

    Carefully remove the SSD from its connector. The drive should come out easily, without forcing it

  9. Step 9 of 9 11. Installation

    11. Installation

    Need help installing a new version of Mac OS X on your new drive?

    Nothing could be simpler – head over to our article How to Install macOS on a Hard Drive for an Intel Mac