Memory cannot be upgraded later with the macbook air since the ram is soldered to the logic board, so any memory upgrades must be purchased with the laptop. The intelbased imac is a family of macintosh desktop computers designed, manufactured and. However, thirdparties have discovered that the late 2006 and mid2007 macbook models both of which are equipped with a core 2 duo processor will work with 3 gb or 4 gb of ram. The actual maximum ram of all g3 and later macs are organized below by category. While average users should not have a problem from the macbook pros 16gb ram. The actual maximum ram of each macbook pro is listed below along with its compatible ram type, default amount of ram preinstalled, common identifiers suitable to identify a macbook pro in order to determine its ram capacity, and more. For all macs that are compatible with a specifc maximum supported version of mac os x courtesy of s ultimate mac sort click the os of interest. Apple doubled the default ram and harddisk size on all models, moving the ram. There are two ram slots that you can fill with 4 gb ram chips for a total of 8 gb. Other world computing announced today through its maxram program the immediate availability of 8gb and 16gb owc memory upgrade kits that enable owners of 2010 mac mini, macbook. Atech for apple 4gb kit 2x 2gb pc26400 800mhz imac macbook mid 2009 early 2008 mc240lla a1181 mb323lla a1224 mb324lla mb325lla a1225 mb398lla memory ram 4.
Upgrade your imac ram for 63% less than factory costs and get up to 128gb of memory in select imac models. The current version of the macbook air 2010 supports a maximum of 4gb of ram 2gb is standard. Apple imac a1225 24 desktop mb419lla march, 2009 for. The imac is apples allinone computer, with the imac ma878lla model featuring a 2.
Oct 31, 2016 macbook pro 2016 has a maximum of 16gb of ram. Builttoorder options included up to 16 gb of ram and a 2. Call us on 0 943 454 or talk with us via live chat. The owc maxram certification program determines the maximum amount of memory that can be installed in a mac as validated by a series of comprehensive, inhouse laboratory tests. Parts mac imac imac intel imac intel 24 imac intel 24 model a1225 ram. Although imac late 2006 accepts up to a 2gb sodimm in each of its two memory slots, the computer only supports 3gb total memory. Maximum ram in macbook pro late 2008 apple community. Two weeks ago we blogged about how upgrading to apples maximum supported 8gb of memory and an owc mercury extreme ssd could speed up your machine to two and a half times faster then stock in the latest 2011 macbook pro core i5 and core i7 machines. It has two memory sockets and can be upgraded to 24gbs maximum depending on your model. Macbook pro 1,1 inch, 2006 shop by ram memory ddr4. While owc maxram configurations exceed apples officially supported maximums, all owc brand memory upgrades are assured to perform flawlessly and are covered by a. Hightech macbook pro at the best prices, and including. Macbook buy macbook ram memory online upgrade mac ram.
This macbook pro can be upgraded from 2 gb ram to up to 6 gb ram, however, 4 gb is the official maximum support. Ballistix and asus team up to crush the 6k barrier using ballistix elite 4000 memory. There were a couple macbook updates in 2008 two white macbook models and one aluminum macbook the predecessor to the macbook pro inch. Max your imac intel 24 emc 2211 early 2008 with 6 gb ram. The imac is apples allinone computer, with the imac mb418lla model featuring a 2. This was contradictory to our testing in december 2009 which quite clearly showed that while these models recognized a full 8gb, if an application addressed more than 6gb, the system. Large macbook pro laptops start with a capacity of 16gb of ram, and its possible to upgrade them up to about 64gb. Includes memory info, motherboard ram, ram slots, identifiers and more. Affordable high quality guaranteed compatible with mac.
Both the retina and nonretina models mid 2012 support 16gb of ram. Despite featuring more energy efficient skylake processors, faster ssds, better gpus, and new thermal architecture, apples revamped macbook pros continue to max out at 16gb ram. Crucial 8gb kit 2 x 4gb 1067mhz for apple imac 2009 early a1224 a1225 memory ram. This imac was also able to run windows xp sp2 32bit and more recently windows 7.
If youre talking about the current macbook pros that apple sells, the maximum ram is 16 gb. We provide expert advise on the right ram for your mac and other mac devices. Actual maximum ram of all macbook pro models macs by. We carry ram upgrades for all apple macbook models listed below and guarantee that the recommended memory for your apple macbook found here is compatible, quality tested and backed by our lifetime commitment to customer satisfaction. Any mid2010 macbook pro i5 or i7 is limited to a maximum of 8gb ram. I bought a samsung 16gb dual channel kit 2 x 8 gb 204 pin ddr31600 sodimm. Yosemite wont work but other should work bellow yosemite. When i am giving my system some heavy use i end up swapping 4 to 6 mb with the hard drive. What is the maximum ram for model a1286 macbook pro ifixit. Since, you said that you already upgraded your drive to an ssd, i assume you know. Refurbished macbook pro 15 late 2008 core 2 duo ram 2gb 250 gb hdd lowpriced apple macbook pro like new up to 63% cheaper. Actual maximum ram of all imac models macs by capability. Hruiyl for apple 8gb kit 2x 4gb ddr3 1067mhz 1066mhz 10671066 pc38500 pc38500s sodimm memory ram for macbook, macbook pro, imac, mac mini a42 a1278 a1286 a1297 a1224 a1225 a11 a12 a1283 3.
As it turns out, several other memory vendorsalong with some late 08 macbookmacbook pro usershave laid claim to these machines working with 8gb of ram. An a1225 core 2 duo can run the current os x, but you will want to max out the ram. Should i upgrade memory or processor in a macbook pro. Thanks jon i really appreciate the info hmm now i am wondering if upgrading my harddrive would be a good idea.
The imac mb420lla is configured with 4 gb of ram by default, with the option to upgrade to a maximum of 8 gb. Officially, the mid2007 and early 2008 models support a maximum of 4 gb of ram, but they actually. Model number, a1224, a1225, a1224, a1225, a1224, a1225. We provide expert advise on the right ram for your mac including imac, macbook pro, mac pro and guarantee that the memory we recommend will be compatible with your mac. Maximum ram in macbook pro late 2008 i have acquired a macbook pro late 2008, 2. Macbook 5,1 inch, late 2008 aluminum and macbook 5,2 inch, earlymid 2009. Ballistix scores third ddr4 overclocking world record.
Up to amd radeon pro 5500m with 8gb of gddr6 memory. How to instructions and video to upgrade the ram in 20inch and 24inch mid 2007, early. How to instructions and video to upgrade the ram in 20inch and 24inch mid2007, early. Apple recommends that two modules of the same size be installed for maximum performance. While owc maxram configurations exceed apples officially supported maximums, all owc brand memory upgrades are assured to perform flawlessly and are covered by a lifetime advance replacement. Hruiyl for apple 8gb kit 2x 4gb ddr3 1067mhz 1066mhz 10671066 pc38500 pc38500s sodimm memory ram for macbook, macbook pro, imac, mac mini a42 a1278 a1286 a1297 a1224 a1225 a11 a12 a1283. As there is the possibility of confusion here, lets elaborate on those requirements. Officially, the mid 2007 and early 2008 models support a maximum of 4 gb of ram, but they actually. The imac mb418lla is configured with 4 gb of ram by default, with the option to upgrade to a maximum of 8 gb. For complete specs on a particular system, click the name of the mac. The macbook is not a pro model and the only aluminium from 2008.
The mid 2012 macbook pro can support up to 16gb of ram by using 2 8gb kits. The macbook pro is built with the intelbased processor. Ram and ssd upgrades for apple macbook upgradeable. Just run unsupported mac with 8gb ram and you will be fine. Macbook 5,1 and macbook 5,2 full information, specs igotoffer. Once youre sure which model you have, find it in the list below to go to the instructions for that model.
Mac specs by capability actual maximum ram macbook models. Money back guarantee minimum 1year warranty 2 day shipping secure payments back market is rated 4. Certain 2010 macbook, macbook pro, and mac mini models. So im looking to purchase a new macbook pro, been overdue for an upgrade for a while to be honest.
The actual maximum ram for each apple imac with complete specs a click away. The macbook is built with the intelbased processor. My current setup is a 2009 macbook pro that was upgraded to a ssd, and 8gb ram. Machine identification is critical and answers given without that information are just guesses. Hruiyl for apple 8gb kit 2x 4gb ddr3 1067mhz 1066mhz 10671066 pc38500 pc38500s sodimm memory ram for macbook, macbook pro, imac, mac mini a42 a1278 a1286 a1297 a1224 a1225 a11 a12 a1283 4. The handbook says 4gb is the max but ive seen up to 8gb. Macs by maximum supported version of mac os x os x. Upgrade bundle includes all the parts and tools needed to mod your imac. Dram, user installable slot, aasp installable slot, video vram, notes. The maximum version of mac os x, os x, or macos supported by each g3 and later mac follows. They can be identified by model numbers a1224 and a1225. Owc maxram memory certification max out your mac ram.
The imac is apples allinone computer, with the imac mb420lla model featuring a 3. I have personally used the kingston kvr16ls8 modules many times with great results. So bac is the only one here that gave a correct answer. The actual maximum ram of each imac is listed below along with its compatible ram type, default amount of ram preinstalled, common identifiers suitable to identify a imac in order to determine its ram capacity, and more if you are not sure which imac you have, and the model identifier and emc number below are not sufficient for. Upgrading your ram will not necessarily make your apps run faster, but what it does is increase the capacity for having apps open and switching between them. Max your imac intel 24 emc 24 late 2007 with 6 gb ram. I believe there is an efi limitation in os x mountain lion that will not allow the 2010 i5i7 macbook pros to be upgraded over. Same goes for the aluminum macbook, except it requires 1066mhz ddr3 pc38500 sdram. Apr 12, 2019 learn about the types of random access memory ram and video memory vram used in imac computers.
The actual maximum ram of each nonpro macbook is listed below along with its compatible ram type, default amount of ram preinstalled, common identifiers suitable to identify a macbook in order to determine its ram capacity, and more if you are not sure which macbook you have, and the model identifier and emc number below. Mac specs by capability actual maximum ram imac models. Samsung 4gb 2x2gb pc25300 ddr2 667mhz memory mid 2007 macbook pro imac mac mini. The actual maximum ram of each macbook pro is listed below along with its compatible ram type, default amount of ram preinstalled, common identifiers suitable to identify a macbook pro in order to determine its ram capacity, and more if you are not sure which macbook pro you have, and the model identifier and emc number. I would firstly say that ram is definitely important, 8 to 16 will definitely come in handy and future proof it as applications take up more and more ram. An excellent overview about the maximum upgrade capability of ram memory of all types of macbook pro can be found on. We also have step by step videos of how to install your mac memory. Consequently, the maximum memory capacity was also doubled to 16 gb. Oct 28, 2016 apple today announced a new inch macbook pro with a more reliable magic keyboard, faster 10thgeneration intel processor options, up to 80 percent faster graphics performance, up to 32gb of ram. The operating system of the macbook pro can also be upgraded from its preinstalled macos x 10. So i have this old macbook from 2008 called macbook ultimo 2008. Although the imac intel aluminum core 2 duo came with 2 gb of ram, it could be upgraded up to 6 gb of ram.
For starters, ifixit has their compatibility mixed up a bit on these ranges. Some will take a maximum of 6 gb of ram and some will take 8. Upgrading my macbook pro i5 mid 2012 with 16gb memory. Some macs only can use the official maximum ram as specified by apple, others actually can use more ram, and still others have soldered ram and cannot be upgraded at all after initial system purchase.
Introduced on january 21, 2009, the macbook 5,2 inch was a featurebump of the existing lowend white macbook model. Ordinateur fixe apple imac 24 pouces a1225 ref ym8283a4ze4. These are the instances where you see how mac memory shines. Aside from the superior macbook pro memory, apple is wellknown as a. The operating system of the imac can also be upgraded from its preinstalled mac os x 10. Crucial gaming dram fuels legendary gaming experiences. Aside from the superior macbook pro memory, apple is wellknown as a brand for being storagefriendly. Macbook pro 2016 has a maximum of 16gb ram for better battery. Mac specs by capability actual maximum ram macbook pro models. Learn how to remove or install memory in your macbook pro notebook computer. To identify your macbook pro model, use the information in how to identify macbook pro models. The standard hard drive is a and contains a geforce 9400m video card. Macram is australias only dedicated mac memory and mac ram store. The imac ma878lla is configured with 1 gb of ram by default, with the option to upgrade to a maximum of 6 gb.
Apple officially supports a maximum of 2 gb of ram in the original core duo, late 2006 and mid2007 macbook models. It has two memory sockets and can be upgraded to 28gbs maximum depending on your model. Refurbished macbook pro 15 late 2008 core 2 duo ram 2gb. A howto change the memory card of a macbook pro can be found on the official apple support page.
Although the imac came with 4 gb of ram it could be upgraded to up to 8 gb of ram. Check mactracker for the maximum ram of all apple computers, including what apple says is the maximum and what the actual maxim. Your macbook air comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a oneyear limited warranty. Macbook pro 2016 has a maximum of 16gb ram for better. Does anyone know if this model supports 8gb, as i have been receiving conflicting information from various sites all help appreciated. The white macbook models from that year use 667mhz ddr2 pc25300 sdram and support a maximum of 6gb but you will have to put in 8gb for that to work. Find up to 16gb ram memory and 2tb of ssd storage for your macbook. New macbook pros max out at 16gb ram due to battery life.