Slow 2011 imac

[SprSynJn]

I'd rather not as I'm trying to be optimistic in attempting to get around the problems I've mentioned. I have found out that making alias for folders will work if they replace the folders on the SSD drive. Unfortunately it's not as simple as replacing the Users folder as a whole. I'm experimenting at the moment and will report what I can if people are interested.

 

[robertk328]

I'd rather not as I'm trying to be optimistic in attempting to get around the problems I've mentioned. I have found out that making alias for folders will work if they replace the folders on the SSD drive. Unfortunately it's not as simple as replacing the Users folder as a whole. I'm experimenting at the moment and will report what I can if people are interested.

Your choice. but if I have a drive that's too small NOW I can only imagine it would be worse later. Keep us updated!

 

[SprSynJn]

That would require me to buy an SSD as big as my hard drive, which is 1TB. That defeats the purpose of utilizing a hybrid system does it not? Why would I do that if the purpose of me buying this SSD drive was to run the system only? I just wish Apple would allow us to run a Fusion Drive like system on usb.

 

[robertk328]

That would require me to buy an SSD as big as my hard drive, which is 1TB. That defeats the purpose of utilizing a hybrid system does it not? Why would I do that if the purpose of me buying this SSD drive was to run the system only? I just wish Apple would allow us to run a Fusion Drive like system on usb.

Heck if I know, I've never seen your system to know you needed 1TB. You asked a question, then asked for advice, which I gave.

FWIW, I have a 500GB SSD in my Mini, and use external for iTunes, photos, etc. My MBP is 256GB with about 60GB used but it's only a month old.

 

[Steve Adams]

I have been wondering about this as well. I am dying to get rid of my windows stuff now, so I have been looking at used 27" imacs. I know my mini was fine when I had it in 2011. I am guessing that a 2011 imac with a big SSD and maxed ram will be fine. what about older airs. I have been looking at getting a 13" air for my wife and I and then when the time comes sell them and get the new stuff! I JUST WANT MAC NOW! Ha ha...I sound like my kids!