I've got a 2011 MacBook Pro that unfortunately isn't showing anything on the screen, even though it powers on and seems to be functioning otherwise. I've tried connecting it to a screen and even projecting it onto a TV, but nothing's worked. Since Apple considers it obsolete and won't offer support, I'm looking for advice on how to recover the data from the hard drive. Is there someone or a service that can help me transfer my files to an external hard drive?
2 Answers
Removing the hard drive from your MacBook Pro is actually pretty straightforward! You can open it up yourself, take out the hard drive, and then put it in an enclosure to access the data on a different Mac. I found a helpful guide on how to do this, just check this link: https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/MacBook+Pro+13-Inch+Unibody+Early+2011+Hard+Drive+Replacement/5119
If you're not comfortable opening up your laptop, there are lots of local computer service shops that specialize in data recovery. Just make sure to check reviews first to find someone reliable! They can usually help you get the data off your hard drive without too much hassle.
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