New 2011 MacBook Pro

Slightly slower GPU, much better CPU, increased battery life and higher definition camera. Add in a Thunderbolt port and that pretty much sums up the differences.
 
If you are going to change the HDD yourself, you are going to need a T6 torx screw driver for the alignment posts on the drive.

You can pick one up at Makro for under R20
 
BobJones said:
If you are going to change the HDD yourself, you are going to need a T6 torx screw driver for the alignment posts on the drive.
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You will also need a tri-wing screwdriver to remove the battery.
 
You don't need to remove the battery to replace the HDD.

Nonetheless, any ideas on where to find a tri-wing screwdriver locally?
 
BobJones said:
You don't need to remove the battery to replace the HDD.

Nonetheless, any ideas on where to find a tri-wing screwdriver locally?
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Not on the 13" but on the 15" you need to get the battery out which uses tri-wing screws.

Tri-Wing magnetic bits can be ordered from Christensen Tools, sizes 0-5 R7.90 exVAT each, sizes 6-9 R10.70 exVAT each. Just need a hexagonal driver handle for the bits to fit in which many people already have.
 
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Wondering if there will be "aftermarket" EMPTY enclosures with thunderbird connectors. Have a few HDD's I would like to "populate". If that 10Gbps connector can fill external drives (or even a nice NAS then it will be worth it). Time will tell
 
mith said:
Was planning on ordering a 2011 15inch macbook pro but after reading the apple forums it seems people are having problems with heat issues and freezes.
Not sure if this is a widespread problem, but just thought I would let people know.

Guess I will wait a while and see how this pans out
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Hopefully my 17" will have less heat issues (more space in that unibody)... Time will tell...
 
Mn.. seems it might be a graphics / driver issue.. Oh well, have not even ordered my machine (10.6.7 will be out with a fix) or just wait for Lion.... But R/$ is good now, so might as well just go for it. They always say - best time to buy an Apple is after a refresh: the price will not drop (till next refresh) and you are not wondering if you have to wait for the next refresh....
 
nathank said:
I'm very disappointed that the new MacBook Pro doesnt come with at least some models SSD standard. Any idea how much Digicape will charge to add a 128GB SSD? And whats the lead/order time?
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Thats why it's not a standard option, because it will cost minimum R2000 for a 128GB SSD.
I'm also pretty disappointed but have to upgrade. In two years when it slows down a bit and SSD is cheaper, i'll upgrade:)
 
They have the prices listed on the ZAStore website so I popped into the iStore at Vodaworld when I was there last week but they hadn't received any stock yet. The iStore in Sandton had already sold out of their first shipment and suggested I call back on Friday (tomorrow) or Monday... So that's what I'll be doing. I haven't tried any of the other stores in JHB 'tho.
 
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