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Install an SSD for your 2011 MacBook to improve performance.

Install an SSD for your 2011 MacBook to improve performance.

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Jazzy_Games123
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02-17-2023, 02:07 PM
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I’m a beginner coder trying to upgrade my 2011 MacBook Pro with a 1TB HP Sata 3 SSD. I’ve already upgraded the RAM and installed Linux Mint. After setting everything up, I added the SSD drivers so everything functions smoothly, including Wi-Fi. The MacBook runs much quieter and performs surprisingly well now. You’re wondering if there’s a way to remove all partitions on the SSD and start fresh without replacing it entirely. I recently experienced an issue where Linux Mint broke during an update, and when I reinstalled the 500GB HDD, everything worked perfectly—even with VLC playing an old DVD. It feels like I might have stumbled upon a solution, but I’m not sure how to proceed. Thanks for your help!
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Jazzy_Games123
02-17-2023, 02:07 PM #1

I’m a beginner coder trying to upgrade my 2011 MacBook Pro with a 1TB HP Sata 3 SSD. I’ve already upgraded the RAM and installed Linux Mint. After setting everything up, I added the SSD drivers so everything functions smoothly, including Wi-Fi. The MacBook runs much quieter and performs surprisingly well now. You’re wondering if there’s a way to remove all partitions on the SSD and start fresh without replacing it entirely. I recently experienced an issue where Linux Mint broke during an update, and when I reinstalled the 500GB HDD, everything worked perfectly—even with VLC playing an old DVD. It feels like I might have stumbled upon a solution, but I’m not sure how to proceed. Thanks for your help!

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Ha12Nn6aH3
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02-19-2023, 11:41 AM
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There are several options available. On Windows you use the "clean" command in DiskPart, while on Linux the likely command is "wipefs -a". For Mac OS there aren't many clear alternatives mentioned.
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Ha12Nn6aH3
02-19-2023, 11:41 AM #2

There are several options available. On Windows you use the "clean" command in DiskPart, while on Linux the likely command is "wipefs -a". For Mac OS there aren't many clear alternatives mentioned.

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VIPfighter
Member
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02-21-2023, 10:30 PM
#3
It seems you're referring to replacing a used SSD in your laptop. To proceed, create a GParted live USB, boot into it, and wipe the drive. After that, you can perform a fresh installation. This method works well if you want to keep things separate from the main system.
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VIPfighter
02-21-2023, 10:30 PM #3

It seems you're referring to replacing a used SSD in your laptop. To proceed, create a GParted live USB, boot into it, and wipe the drive. After that, you can perform a fresh installation. This method works well if you want to keep things separate from the main system.

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jegerglad01
Junior Member
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02-24-2023, 04:25 PM
#4
It's a MacBook running Linux Mint. I believe everything related to Linux works well here. Just one of my machines uses Mac OS (not the 2011 MacBook Pro) and nothing else proprietary.
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jegerglad01
02-24-2023, 04:25 PM #4

It's a MacBook running Linux Mint. I believe everything related to Linux works well here. Just one of my machines uses Mac OS (not the 2011 MacBook Pro) and nothing else proprietary.

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siebe09
Junior Member
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02-24-2023, 10:33 PM
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I don’t understand what you’re referring to. I’m familiar with pressing Command + R during startup for recovery access.
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siebe09
02-24-2023, 10:33 PM #5

I don’t understand what you’re referring to. I’m familiar with pressing Command + R during startup for recovery access.

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Metalletron
Junior Member
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02-25-2023, 02:58 AM
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You can launch disk utility to remove all partitions or use the Mint installer to erase and reinstall.
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Metalletron
02-25-2023, 02:58 AM #6

You can launch disk utility to remove all partitions or use the Mint installer to erase and reinstall.

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tommie124
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02-25-2023, 09:38 AM
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Thanks for your patience. I managed to get it done by following the steps you mentioned. I always reinstall the OS and wipe the disk completely. I found success by using the EFI boot from a bootable USB, holding down the Option key during startup, and then proceeding with updates through the update manager. After each update, I restarted the system to ensure everything installed properly. I did all the updates myself, including custom drivers, and everything is now functioning smoothly. In short, I might be a bit clueless, but I’m definitely a clever person! My efforts paid off today!
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tommie124
02-25-2023, 09:38 AM #7

Thanks for your patience. I managed to get it done by following the steps you mentioned. I always reinstall the OS and wipe the disk completely. I found success by using the EFI boot from a bootable USB, holding down the Option key during startup, and then proceeding with updates through the update manager. After each update, I restarted the system to ensure everything installed properly. I did all the updates myself, including custom drivers, and everything is now functioning smoothly. In short, I might be a bit clueless, but I’m definitely a clever person! My efforts paid off today!