Stop juggling files or dealing with “disk full” alerts—our expansion module uses the exact same NAND memory chips as Apple. Save up to $550 on your Mac mini M4 configuration and enjoy 2TB of SSD storage.
Stop juggling files or dealing with “disk full” alerts—our expansion module uses the exact same NAND memory chips as Apple. Save up to $550 on your Mac mini M4 configuration and enjoy 2TB of SSD storage.
Upgrade options
SSD removable upgrade modules for Mac mini 2024 (M4) models
Manufactured to the highest standard
Equipped with all the certifications including FCC, CE, RoHS and more
Excellent i/o performance and reliable endurance
Better read/write speed in both sequential and random than the 256GB base model
FAQs
Yes, a second Mac (any model from 2015 or later) is needed to revive your Mac Mini M4 because the new SSD will be empty, without any system to boot into. The process requires using the DFU mode and macOS restore options through a type-C cable between the machines. If you don’t have one, you may need to borrow one from a friend or family member or go to the nearest Apple Store and use their Mac to complete this step of the installation.
Absolutely! We prioritize providing the same, and often even better, speed as Apple’s original storage. We use the same high-quality NAND memory chips, and we conduct rigorous testing to guarantee identical (if not superior) performance levels. You’ll notice no difference in speed for your day-to-day tasks.
You can expect significantly higher data transfer speeds (both reading and writing), which means faster application loading, quicker boot times, and overall improved system responsiveness. Additionally, our 2TB model will have significantly higher speed than the base model.
It’s crucial to back up all your important data before beginning the upgrade process. This includes all your personal files, applications, photos, videos, documents, and any other data you’d like to retain. It would be best to clone the entire hard drive if possible, using software such as Carbon Copy Cloner. This ensures that your data is safe, and that you can restore it to the newly upgraded system with ease. You can use Time Machine, a cloud backup service, or a dedicated disk cloning software for this process.
The installation process takes about 30 minutes for most users, including the time for a macOS restore. The physical swap process is quite simple and can be completed quickly with the right tools, and following our step-by-step installation instructions. Keep in mind the Mac restore process does depend on your internet speed for downloading the macOS image.
We expect to start shipping in late January 2025. Once your order is dispatched, you’ll receive a confirmation email with tracking details.
Yes, we offer international shipping to most countries, and shipping is completely free for all orders.
Yes, we offer a 1-year limited warranty for each SSD module we sell. For more details about the warranty terms, please visit: Terms of Sale.
The first batch of orders has already been shipped.
Any new orders will be part of the second batch, and we’re doing everything we can to ship them as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Yes, we offer the option of UPS Express shipping.
You can select this option when placing your order. Please note that this differs from our default shipping method, as you will need to handle customs clearance in the destination country yourself.
Additionally, you will be responsible for any applicable customs duties and UPS customs clearance fees in the destination country. These fees are not related to Expand Mac Mini.
At the moment, our Expansion Module is only compatible with the M4 Mac Mini. Unfortunately, it doesn’t support the M4 Pro Mac Mini yet, as the hard drive PCBs are different between the two models. Rest assured, we are actively working on a solution and will share updates as soon as we have more information.
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Currently, the maximum storage available for the M4 Mac Mini through Apple’s official channels is 2TB. The 4TB and 8TB configurations are not available for the M4 Mac Mini, as they require different NAND chips, which are only found in the Mac mini M4 Pro variant. The M4 Pro has a completely different PCB and power management IC design.
Installing 4TB or 8TB NAND chips into the M4 Mac Mini would involve using non-Apple NAND chips and making significant modifications to the power management circuits. For now, we believe it’s best to avoid such modifications to ensure product safety and reliability. However, we may explore options for these higher capacities in the future, using thorough testing to meet our quality standards.
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