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OWC Aura Pro NT 960GB PCIe NVMe SSD for 2016-2017 TB3 non-Touchbar Macbook Pro
SKU: OWCS3DAP4NT10K
Why We Chose This
We selected the OWC Aura Pro NT 960GB because it's the only drop-in upgrade for 2016-2017 TB3 MacBook Pros that delivers NVMe speeds without adapters. With 2720MB/s read/write, it rivals modern SSDs, making it ideal for creative professionals who need fast storage for large files. Plus, it's a cost-effective way to extend your MacBook's life.
Upgrade your 2016-2017 TB3 MacBook Pro with OWC Aura Pro NT 960GB SSD for speeds up to 2720MB/s and reliable performance.
Free delivery on orders over R3,000
Product Description
Give your 2016-2017 Thunderbolt 3 MacBook Pro (non-Touch Bar) a new lease on life with the OWC Aura Pro NT 960GB PCIe NVMe SSD. Designed specifically for these models, this custom blade SSD delivers blazing-fast speeds of up to 2720MB/s, making file transfers, backups, and pro-level workflows seamless. With advanced flash management and SLC caching, it handles production audio, design, and photography tasks with ease.
Key Features
- Capacity: 960GB
- Interface: PCIe NVMe 3.1 x4
- Read/Write Speed: Up to 2,720MB/s
- Form Factor: Custom blade for 2016-2017 TB3 MacBook Pro (non-Touch Bar)
- Advanced flash management and SLC caching for sustained performance
Why You'll Love It
Instead of buying a new MacBook, upgrade your existing one for a fraction of the cost. The Aura Pro NT keeps your Mac running optimally for years, providing ample space for apps, OS updates, and large media files. It's the perfect balance of performance, capacity, and value.
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Today’s apps and OS updates require more space to install. Video and photo resolutions are also increasing in size, which in turn makes file sizes bigger. The OWC Aura Pro NT 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD is the best choice you can make to give your MacBook Pro the capacity to do more. With enough space to store all your data and pro-level performance, the Aura Pro NT is an ideal option for a MacBook Pro upgrade. This high-performance SSD will keep your Mac running optimally for years, at a fraction of the cost of buying a new model MacBook.
The Aura Pro NT’s advanced flash management and SLC caching technologies enable you to rip through production-level audio, design, and photography workflows. Easily get through everyday file transfers and backups at speeds of up to 2720MB/s. The OWC Aura Pro NT 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD is specifically designed to work with the late-2016 and mid-2017 versions of the MacBook Pro 13″ with Retina displays.
FEATURES:
- Store and access all your data
- Pro Level Performance
- Up to 2720MB/s
- Advanced Technology
- Designed for MacBook Pro 13" Retina (late-2016 and mid-2017)
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Capacity: 960GB
- Formatted Capacity: 894GiB
- Form Factor: Custom Blade
- Storage Interface: PCIe 3.1 x4, NVMe 1.3
- Controller: Phison E13T with 7% over-provisioning
- NAND Flash Components: Synchronous Triple-Level Cell (TLC) 3D NAND Flash
- S.M.A.R.T. Attributes: Standard attributes supported
- Nonrecoverable Read Errors: 1 per 1016 bits read
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 1,500,000 hours
- Wear Leveling: Supported
- TRIM Support: OS Dependent
- Security:
- TCG Pyrite
- TCG Opal
- Mac OS Compatibility:
- macOS 10.14 Mojave
- macOS 10.15 Catalina
- macOS 11.x Big Sur
- macOS 12.x Monterey
- Ambient Temperature:
- Operating: 32°F to 158°F (0°C to 70°C)
- Non-Operating: -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C)
- Shock: Non-Operating: 1500 G max
- RoHS Compliant: Yes
WHAT’S IN THE BOX:
- OWC Aura Pro NT 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD – White x1
- OWC Pentalobe P5 Screwdriver x1
- OWC Torx T5 Screwdriver x1
- OWC Guitar Pick Tool x1
- Newertech Nylon Probe(Spudger Tool) x1
- OWC 40mm Suction Cup x1
- Quick Start Guide x1
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this SSD compatible with my 2016-2017 MacBook Pro with Touch Bar?+
No, this drive is specifically designed for the 2016-2017 Thunderbolt 3 MacBook Pro without Touch Bar. Touch Bar models use a different SSD form factor.
Do I need any additional tools or adapters to install this SSD?+
No, the OWC Aura Pro NT is a direct replacement for the original SSD in compatible MacBook Pros. You may need a P5 Pentalobe screwdriver and a T5 Torx screwdriver, which are not included.
Will this SSD work with macOS Big Sur or later?+
Yes, it is fully compatible with macOS Big Sur and later versions. OWC provides free Envoy Pro enclosure for the old SSD to use as external storage.
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