Boost speed and storage with the OWC Aura N2 480GB NVMe SSD Kit for MacBook Pro Airfrom OWC. This NVMe SSD utilizes a custom blade form factor and PCIe 3.1 x4 interface. Load apps fast and cut down on transfer times with read and write speeds up to 2200 and 952 MB/s, respectively. Utilizing QLC 3D NAND memory, this drive supports S.M.A.R.T. and TRIM functions.

A mean time between failures (MTBF) of 1.5 million hours ensures your drive holds up to daily use. Installation hardware and tools are included, as well as an Envoy Pro enclosure and USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A to Micro-B cable, allowing you to use your old hard drive as external storage. Compatible operating systems include macOS 10.13 and later. This upgrade kit is specifically designed to work with the 2013 to 2015 15" MacBook Pro, 2013 to 2017 13" MacBook Air, and 2013 to 2015 to 11" MacBook Air.

480GB Storage Capacity    Custom Blade Form Factor    PCIe 3.1 x4 Interface    Read Speeds up to 2200 MB/s    Write Speeds up to 952 MB/s    QLC 3D NAND Memory Technology    S.M.A.R.T. & TRIM Support    1.5 Million Hours MTBF    Includes OWC Envoy Pro Enclosure    Compatible with macOS 10.13 and Later

This upgrade kit is specifically designed to work with the 2013 to 2015 15" MacBook Pro, 2013 to 2017 13" MacBook Air, and 2013 to 2015 to 11" MacBook Air.

Upgrade with the OWC Aura N2 upgrade kit to make your Mac fast and more spacious than ever for a fraction of the cost of a new model and keep everything else just the way you like it.

Aura N2 expands your Mac with 480GB of storage space, so you can add to your media, games, and apps without picking favorites. Its advanced NVMe technology delivers read and write speeds up to 2200 and 952 MB/s, giving your Mac the power to run like new again.

Aura N2 combines speed and stamina to prepare your Mac for the short race and the long haul. Engineered with advanced SLC caching, this SSD provides incredible burst performance for a faster and more responsive experience. Plus, the extra storage and speed can increase the working life of your Mac by years.

The smaller stock SSDs for Mac can fill up quickly, especially with photo and video files, games, or even your email. The Aura N2 SSD gives you more space to work and play. Calibrated to use less power and run cooler, the Aura N2 is the best way to upgrade your PCIe-equipped Mac.

Aura N2 SSD upgrades are precisely engineered for your Mac, so you'll never need to compromise your data by relying on complicated software hacks or TRIM-enablers to get the most from your upgrade. Just install, migrate your data, and enjoy flash storage with up to 8 times the capacity of the original drive.

When you remove your original SSD, it fits perfectly into Envoy Pro so you can transfer all your data to the new Aura N2 inside your laptop. Once the file transfer is complete, enjoy using your Mac's original SSD as a fast, external USB drive.

OWC SSDs perform maintenance tasks in the background that optimize the health, performance, and endurance of your drive. These jobs take advantage of available, unwritten areas on the SSD. The Aura N2 reserves 7% of the overall capacity as free space, allowing the drive to perform these normal maintenance tasks and make your drive more stable, dependable, and ultimately a safer place to store your data.

Aura N2 SSDs are designed in Austin and are backed by lifetime support from OWC.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this compatible with the Asus Proart Studiobook 16 Pro?

A: Yes, the OWC 4TB Aura Pro IV PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 NVMe SSD is compatible with the ASUS 16" ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED Multi-Touch Laptop.

Q: 2. I have a 15" MacBook Pro (Retina, Mid 2012) with 500GB flash storage. Can I replace my 500GB storage with this OWC Aura Pro 6G 1TB?

A: This product is only rated for the Late 2012 15" Pro. It may not work with the Mid 2012.

Q: 3. Hello can I use this in ASUS X99-A motherboard?

A: The Aura Pro 6G SSD is designed specifically for 2010-2011 MacBook Airs, and is not compatible with the Asus X99-A Motherboard.

Q: 4. is it match with a MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Mid 2014)?

A: The Aura Pro 6G is compatible with the following models: 15" MacBook Pro with Retina Display (January 2013) 13" MacBook Pro with Retina Display (January 2013) 15" MacBook Pro with Retina Display (June 2012) 13" MacBook Pro with Retina Display (October 2012)

Q: 5. Are the 1TB or 2TB 2242 drives single or double sided, or does it have memory chips on only the top or top and bottom? The stock image used in this listing (and every other listing online) only shows the 240GB version

A: OWC may vary the chip positioning on their M.2 2242 models depending on production characteristics and requirements, so that may vary, as the form factor allows for top or bottom chip placement.

Q: 6. Is it going to work on MacBook Air early 2014?

A: No, that would require the Aura Pro X2 or Aura N.

Q: 7. Will this work in a Lenovo W540?

A: The OWC 2TB Aura P13 Pro NVMe M.2 2242 SSD will not be compatible with the Lenovo W540. The W540 only accept SATA M.2 type drives. This model of OWC SSD is NVME.

Q: 8. I have Macpro (late 2013) with OS BigSur. Will it be compatible for upgrading the internal ssd storage?

A: The OWC Aura Pro X2 1TB NVMe SSD Kit for Select MacBook Pro Retina & MacBook Air is compatible with your Mac Pro.

Q: 9. Would this work in a MacBook Air 2017?

A: No, it will not. The 2017 MBA requires a different style SSD. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1476542-REG/owc_other_world_computing_owcs3dapt4mb05k_480gb_aura_pro_x2.html

Q: 10. That product image is too long to be a m.2 2242 (22mm W, 42mmL)?

A: It is a closeup photo, the drive is an M.2 2242 blade.