Introduction

The OWC Aura Pro X2 OWCSP4P1T1MB05K is a 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD upgrade solution designed for select MacBook Pro with Retina Display (Late 2013 - Mid 2015) and MacBook Air (Mid 2013 - Mid 2017) models. It offers up to 3282MB/s read and 2432MB/s write speeds, up to twice as fast as the original Apple SSD, while providing 16x more storage capacity in a compact form factor.

Your Mac. More Space. Twice as Fast

Keep On Innovating 
Tight deadlines, long nights, and terabytes of media — your Mac has been with you through it all. If storage is tight, there’s no reason to ditch the Mac you know and love. The Aura Pro X2 SSD gives you up to 16x more space and the speed to keep up with your imagination today and tomorrow. Aura Pro X2 combines speed, stamina, and efficiency that will change the way you experience your Mac. With read speeds reaching over 3200MB/s and write speeds of 2400MB/s, the Aura Pro X2 is up to twice as fast as the original SSDs, delivering performance on par with the latest models. It runs cooler and consumes less power than earlier SSD models, so you can run at peak for longer than ever.

Technical Specifications

Controller

• Silicon Motion SM2262EN

Flash Components

• 3D TLC NAND

Interface

• NVMe 1.3 (PCIe 3.1 x4)

Form Factor

• 28-pin SSD Module

Performance1,2

• Reads up to 3200MB/s
• Writes up to 2400MB/s

Overprovisioning

• 7% over provisioning

System Requirements

• macOS 10.13 or later3

Technologies & Features Supported

• SLC caching accelerates burst performance
• Advanced global wear leveling evens program/erase counts to extend drive lifespan
• Intelligent garbage collection routines for advanced free space management
• SMART Attributes: standard attributes supported
• TRIM support: OS dependent
• End to end data path protection
• LDPC/ECC

Acoustics

• Designed to operate silently

Operating Environment

• Environmental (Non-Operating)
  • Temperature (°F): -40° to 185°
  • Temperature (°C): -40° to 85°
• Environmental (Operating)
  • Temperature (°F): 32° to 158°
  • Temperature (°C): 0° to 70°

Includes

• Aura Pro X2 SSD
• Aura Pro X2 Heat Sink (Mac Pro only)
• User guide

Warranty

• 5 Year OWC Limited Warranty

Dimensions

• 3.5 in (W) x 0.9 in (H) x 0.1 in (D)
• 89.0 mm (W) x 22.0 mm (H) x 2.6 mm (D)

Weight

• 240GB & 480GB: 0.3 oz / 8.0 g
• 1TB & 2TB: 0.3 oz / 9.0 g

Aura Pro-X2 Key Features

• High performance for high demands
• Read speeds up to 3200MB/s
• Write speeds up to 2400MB/s
• Consumes less power/runs cooler than earlier models
• Designed for macOS 10.13 and beyond
• NVMe – PCIe 3.1 x4

Description

The OWC ‎Aura Pro-X2 Drive OWCSP4P1T1MB05K is a high-performance NVMe SSD that delivers lightning-fast transfer speeds and reliable performance for professionals and power users. The SSD is compatible with Mac Pro, MacBook Pro, and iMac computers, and it offers a range of capacities to suit various needs and budgets. With transfer speeds of up to 3200MB/s, the Aura Drive Pro X2 is ideal for video editing, 3D rendering, and other data-intensive workloads.

The Aura Drive Pro X2 features advanced thermal management, ensuring stable and consistent performance even under heavy workloads. It also supports TRIM and S.M.A.R.T. technologies, ensuring optimal performance and data integrity over time. The SSD is easy to install, with no tools required, and it comes with a 5-year manufacturer's warranty for peace of mind.

Aura Pro X2 SSD

Aura Pro X2 SSD Upgrade Kit for MacBook Air and MacBook Pro 
MacBook Air 11-inch & 13-inch Mid 2013 to 2017
(MacBookAir6,1; 6,2; 7,1; 7,2)
MacBook Pro 13-inch & 15-inch Late 2013 to Mid 2015
(MacBookPro11,1; 11,2; 11,3; 11,4; 11,5; 12,1)

Aura Pro X2 SSD Add-On Kit for Mac mini (Late 2014) 
Mac mini Late 2014
(Macmini7,1)

Aura Pro X2 SSD for Mac Pro (Late 2013) 
Mac Pro Late 2013
(MacPro6,1)

Aura Pro X2 SSD Upgrade Kit for Mac Pro (Late 2013) 
Mac Pro Late 2013
(MacPro6,1)

Setup Guide

To install the OWC ‎Aura Pro-X2 Drive OWCSP4P1T1MB05K follow these steps:

1. Shut down your Mac computer.
2. Unplug all cables and remove any peripherals from your Mac.
3. Locate the SSD slot on your Mac and remove the existing SSD (if applicable).
4. Insert the Aura Drive Pro X2 into the SSD slot and secure it with the included screws.
5. Start up your Mac and follow the on-screen instructions to format the SSD and transfer your data.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues with the OWC ‎Aura Pro-X2 Drive OWCSP4P1T1MB05K, try the following troubleshooting steps:

1. Make sure the SSD is properly installed and secured in the SSD slot.
2. Check that the SSD is properly connected to the SATA interface and the power cable.
3. Ensure that the SSD is correctly formatted and initialized.
4. Check for any firmware updates for the SSD or your Mac computer.
5. Contact OWC support for further assistance if the issue persists.

OWC Pros & Cons

Pros

• Fast transfer speeds of up to 3200MB/s
• Available in capacities ranging from 512GB to 8TB
• Compatible with Mac Pro, MacBook Pro, and iMac computers
• Advanced thermal management
• 5-year manufacturer's warranty

Cons

• Premium price point
• May require technical expertise to install and configure