Bought the 128GB version as i didn't thought i will be needing the space. I am obviously wrong. Any possible add-ons to increase the space/storage? Will buying AirPort Capsule helps? Thanks

Buy external hard drive

I have one of those. Wondering if I need to format those in order for it to be compatible with MAC? Problem is, I am also using it for Windows. Will I lose my files? Of course buying a new one helps

Thanks mate.

Partition it... One side format it for Mac another for Windows.

Thanks buddy, will do some research on it!

if not mistaken newer macbook air are not able to change the hdd / ssd
and yes, airport capsule will do your job, but is expensive, better grab an external hard disk
as for install windows, you can either partition it to dual boot, else use bootcamp
yet, since you want to install windows, make sure your ram got 8gb, else you will facing lag

Thank you senpai. Question: Is it possible to treat airport capsule like your HD? Can we install games there and load it on airport?

you can treat airport capsule like hard disk, now worries
as for install games over there and load it I am not sure about it, better ask Apple Malaysia or visit Apple Premium Reseller
sorry

or you could use the external SD card reader for extending your MBA storage.

There are few available but be warned: the transfer rate speed is really slow though.

How about Transcend JetDrive Lite? Heard quite a lot of positive review about it

Your best bet here since you need to load up games is an external ssd coupled to the fastest port on your laptop. But expensive loh.

Upgrage to Sierra, you'll get at least 10-15Gb of extra space

Already upgraded, need to perform any task?

ok download disk diag and run

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/disk-diag-c...672206759?mt=12

I have downloaded the app but it doesnt allow me to click on any specific folders...help?

Ahhh I think I got it ady, thanks for your recommendation!

for what i understood after read all the comments, if my office pc using windows and at home I used macbook, i cant simply transfer my work to a pendrive n do the work by using mac? like that?

Get Transcend JetDrive, keep you files/movies/music in it. Do not use it for I/O intensive operation.

If you are open to DIY a bit.

https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/ssd/owc/macbook-air

Not cheap though.

Whoa, super expensive haha

get a super mini 128gb sandisk thumbdrive. stick it in there and forget about it. i'm currently using it. add an extra 128 juice to my exisitng 256.

nice and cheap as well. below RM200.

Where you bought it? lazada?

what kind of sdcard adapter you're using? as we know, standard sdcard adapter will protrude a bit.

The sd card slot can convert to storage.
Get nifty mini drive

@chokia
11 street

@neuromancerx
i'm not using sd at all. not sure if the speeds is fast enough. i'm using usb thumb drive. sandisk. regarding the protrusion part, it does protrude a bit, but it's negligible and won't affect nor need to make any particular adjustment. basically i just leave it there ever since i plug in. dump all movies and music in there. it add in a much needed extra juice.
Most importantly, we'll need to periodically organise our drive. No amount of memory drive is enough.

@gabriel.l
it's an option as well, but having need to pay extra for the adapter alone turn me off.

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for those who are interested i'm using SanDisk Ultra Fit CZ43 USB 3.0 128gb. i uploaded a picture for your reference, the price as well. it's RM 93 for 128gb. i'm considering getting an extra unit since my mba equipped with 2 usb ports. only hold back is, i'll be upgrading to macbook 12 next year and it only supports usb c. can't really utilise both units.

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Good idea!

try this. it may be expensive but it much flush solution compare to others

https://www.tardisk.com/

Get the Paragon driver and a external HDD

Currently, I'm using this SanDisk Ultra Fit CZ43 as well

tell me you like it.

Since you're leaving it permanently, does it gets hot easily?
Seems like a good choice considering the price.

You won't feel any heat on the exterior plastic side. Only the metal/aluminum part is hot. Don't worry about the durability. Been using for 9 mths and counting.

Price can't be a major factor for using this. It's in fact quite expensive if u fraction it down per gb.

Same here...even my iTunes library is in it...

Here my solution:
- Get a microSD adapter which will fit nicely in your SD card slot.
- Buy a microSD card you wish (Disk speed will based on microSD card you bought).

Hope it helps.... :thumbsup:




This post has been edited by vonzipper: Oct 18 2016, 02:26 PM

Figure getting this removable storage too ,
Guys , can i install any applications or windows os on the stick drive ? without any intention taking it out , you know it just gonna stick there all the time . is it safe to do so to run os/applications ? i've been running out of space all usb taken all internal storage occupied .

What kind of storage are u referring to?
Suggest u to use the external storage to keep files like music or movie or high res photo.