TLDR; yes, it is possible to add an SSD to a 2011 27" iMac without going through too much hoopla. Between everyone having issues finding parts, non-workable guides (due to parts), and general ...

No, what I really need to do is install OS X on an SSD. There’s a reason that my 2010 Mac Air is zippier than my 2011 iMac, and it all comes down to hard drive.

If you’re looking to boost the performance of an iMac --old or new-- there’s no easier way than installing more RAM. Currently maxed out? Some iMacs are actually capable of using more RAM than ...

The iMac Mid 2011 Dual Hard Drive Kit ($69.95) is available for both the 21.5-inch and 27-inch models and comes with a Custom SATA power cable, SATA data cable, custom-cut 3M VHB double-sided ...

The SSD-equipped iMac even posted a higher score than the previous fastest iMac, a 2011 BTO 27-inch 3.4GHz Core i7 iMac with a 1TB hard drive.

At $2699, it might be expensive, but the 27-inch iMac we customized with a 3.4GHz Core i7 quad-core processor and a 256GB SSD is the fastest Mac weu2019ve tested to date.