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Intro History: iMac Intel 21.5" Retina 4K Display Blade SSD Replacement

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Introduction
Use this guide to replace or upgrade the Apple custom blade SSD (AHCINVMe/SATAPCIe x4)
This guide is intended for the higher spec iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2833 models that are equipped with an SSD (Fusion Drive or blade SSD configurations).
The SSD is located on the back side of the logic board, requiring logic board removal for access.
All iMacs also come with a traditional hard drive, which you can replace by following [https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iMac+Intel+21.5-Inch+Retina+4K+Display+Hard+Drive+Replacement/64107|this guide] instead.