We have a 256GB iMac M4 and the only real issue is that fixed SSD storage space. As much as we kick ourselves every week for not going for a higher end model... selling / trade in would be way too much of a loss. So we're stuck with it. One use in particular I haven't been able to enjoy is Parallels VMs as storing it locally for speed takes up way too much space for other family members, then they also can't have a VM or it infringes on another users space... you all know the problem!
Is there a particular method for connecting a fast SSD (up to the task or running applications, even a VM) to the iMac as the next best thing to having 1, 2 or even 4TB onboard? Since it's a desktop it can be a huge, bulky solution even requiring power.
Will macOS let me run apps from an external drive?
What's a good solution you guys recommend? I know plug in USB HDDs won't cut it, tried that myself and it's just painfully slow unfortunately.
Is there a particular method for connecting a fast SSD (up to the task or running applications, even a VM) to the iMac as the next best thing to having 1, 2 or even 4TB onboard? Since it's a desktop it can be a huge, bulky solution even requiring power.
Will macOS let me run apps from an external drive?
What's a good solution you guys recommend? I know plug in USB HDDs won't cut it, tried that myself and it's just painfully slow unfortunately.
