more ram for the mac: If I want to upgrade from 4 to 8GB RAM on the Apple MacBook Pro MC373LL/A 15.4-Inch Laptop what should I buy and is it easy to do?
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I have the same question but it seems there's no way to configure Mac with 8G of memory. Hmmm..
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Here is the CORRECT answer...Apple sells up to 8GB installed, via two 4GB cards. You can remove those cards and replace them with two 8GB cards, giving you 16GB. The OS works great with them. I've used Lion, Mountain Lion, Mavericks, and now Yosemite. You cannot go higher than 16GB because the processors in that model can't use more than 16GB.BTW, I bought my MacBook Pro with 4GB installed, and it cost me less to buy my own 16GB than it would have had I bought 8GB from Apple. Apple charges a premium for memory for no good reason. They use standard memory in all their devices. My MacBook came with Samsung memory installed, which is nothing special, believe me. Here is the CORRECT answer...Apple sells up to 8GB installed, via two 4GB cards. You can remove those cards and replace them with two 8GB cards, giving you 16GB. The OS works great with them. I've used Lion, Mountain Lion, Mavericks, and now Yosemite. You cannot go higher than 16GB because the processors in that model can't use more than 16GB.BTW, I bought my MacBook Pro with 4GB installed, and it cost me less to buy my own 16GB than it would have had I bought 8GB from Apple. Apple charges a premium for memory for no good reason. They use standard memory in all their... » Read More Here is the CORRECT answer...Apple sells up to 8GB installed, via two 4GB cards. You can remove those cards and replace them with two 8GB cards, giving you 16GB. The OS works great with them. I've used Lion, Mountain Lion, Mavericks, and now Yosemite. You cannot go higher than 16GB because the processors in that model can't use more than 16GB.BTW, I bought my MacBook Pro with 4GB installed, and it cost me less to buy my own 16GB than it would have had I bought 8GB from Apple. Apple charges a premium for memory for no good reason. They use standard memory in all their devices. My MacBook came with Samsung memory installed, which is nothing special, believe me. « Show Less
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Worked for me in my mid-2012 Macbook Pro i5 2.5ghz. But I ended up upgrading again to the 16gb of memory from Crucial for a bit more money after a few months. Just wanted more. Be sure to download "Memory Clean" to keep track of your memory usage day-in and day-out.
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yes, an upgrade to 4gb ram can be done. i have the same model and had 2 times 1 gb added. the mac minni is pretty hard to open and you,ll have to get the suitable ram. instructins to an upgrade can be googled. i recommend getting the 2010 model. you,ll save money and time plus the 4gb ram and a hdmi socket are built in. btw the mac mini remains to this da the best apple product. don,t miss it!
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I would think that the amount of RAM is based on what the slots will handle. I just picked up my late-2011 Mac Book Pro 17-inch and is was loaded with 16 gigs of RAM, divided into 8-gigs in each of the two slots. I believe that was as much as this model will handle, but that keeps expanding with newer models; might be able to load 32 or 64 on the later models, but you cannot get the 17-inch screen and that was one of my major criteria on the purchase. The 8X my previous RAM and about 5X the hard drive have also been quite helpful in making this thing work significantly faster and with less hangups than my now-Vintage 17-inch Mac Book Pro. I never remember the model number, but if it is the same, I know it will handle 16 Gig of memory. Good luck with it. Tom West
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I upgraded both the ram and the hard drive to a solid state drive.But bewarned it takes ddr2 ram which cost twice as much as ddr3 ram.Also I recommend getting this macbook because it heats up very fast and barely can run a 1080p YouTube video.You're better off saving you money for a better laptop.
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Standard RAM on this model is 16GB, if you want 32 you either have to get a "build to order" unit from the Apple store or add third party RAM (very easy to upgrade) yourself. Apple upgrade is $400 and $300-350 or so from aftermarket sellers.
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Hello Mia,Your MacBook is from about the right year. The only way I can be sure is if you give me your macbook's model number. It's usually written really small on the bottom of the computer. It will probably look something like "MA699LL/A," if you email the model number of your MacBook I will let you know exactly which ram to buy and how much you can use. Thanks
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As stated above, it initially has a 4GB and 2GB module installed. However it maxes out at 16GB RAM (8 x 2). You can use 1600MHz DDR3 RAM. I recommend the Crucial 16GB RAM kit from Amazon: Crucial 16GB Kit (8GBx2) DDR3L-1600 SODIMM Memory for Mac (CT2K8G3S160BM )
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Just want to chime in for anybody wanting to upgrade their Macbook Pros. Both answers are correct here. Usually faster RAM would not affect compatibility. This time however it does. If you are using a Mid 2009 Macbook Pro you need to buy RAM that is the same speed as the RAM currently in your system.
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You need to purchase this model pre configured with the RAM as the 21.5" iMac doesn't have a way for the user to change the Ram themselves (you have to have a service center do it). I recommend getting the 27" model which has an access panel that allows you to change RAM. Plus the screen is bigger! In hindsight, I wish I had spent the little extra for the 27" iMac to be able to have the options to expand RAM and other things in the future.
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There is a page on Apple's website that may answer you question (http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1270?viewlocale=en_US#link1). Your Mac does not support 16GB of RAM, though 8GB are enough to run both these programs smoothly. This memory is not the right choice for your Mac, as it is (PC3 - 12800), and your Mac requires (PC3 - 8500).I've already searched the one that is just right, which is in this link: Crucial 8GB Kit (4GBx2) DDR3/DDR3L 1066 MT/s (PC3-8500) SODIMM 204-Pin Mac Memory CT2K4G3S1067M / CT2C4G3S1067M
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My answer was for Mac Book Pro. There are several models of "MACs" so you need to do homework for your model. You may be able to do better than 4GB and at higher speed since your mode is newer than mine. Some memory sellers have downloadable memory checkers so you are shown the right memory for your machine. Good luck.
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No you cannot officially add RAM. There are some places that sell tools to take apart you MacBook, but I'd think about that. Buy the RAM you want installed don't try and add RAM on any Apple products
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I bought this for my Mid-2011 Macbook and I had to return it. It didn't work, got several black screens of death, so I decided to send it back and ordered this one insteadKingston Technology 8GB Kit (2x4 GB Modules) 1333MHz DDR3 SODIMM Notebook Memory for Select Apple iMac's and Macbook Pro's KTA-MB1333K2/8GWorked like a charm!!
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The model number for my Mac is A1181. The number MB881L/A is not on my computer anywhere that I'm aware of. The company I used was Crucial Ram. When you go to their website...they have a tool that will scan your system and tell you exactly what ram to use. Once you know the ram they suggest then go on Amazon and and find it and buy it at the best price. Some of the older Mac Books will only show 3 gig of ram even though you have installed 4 gig. It's a motherboard issue. The later part of 2007 is when mine was made and the Crucial Ram shows it at 4 gig. Hope this helped. Johnne Sambataro The model number for my Mac is A1181. The number MB881L/A is not on my computer anywhere that I'm aware of. The company I used was Crucial Ram. When you go to their website...they have a tool that will scan your system and tell you exactly what ram to use. Once you know the ram they suggest then go on Amazon and and find it and buy it at the best price. Some of the older Mac Books will only show 3 gig of ram even though you have installed 4 gig. It's a motherboard issue. The later part of 2007 is when mine was made and the Crucial Ram shows it at 4 gig. Hope this helped. Johnne... » Read More The model number for my Mac is A1181. The number MB881L/A is not on my computer anywhere that I'm aware of. The company I used was Crucial Ram. When you go to their website...they have a tool that will scan your system and tell you exactly what ram to use. Once you know the ram they suggest then go on Amazon and and find it and buy it at the best price. Some of the older Mac Books will only show 3 gig of ram even though you have installed 4 gig. It's a motherboard issue. The later part of 2007 is when mine was made and the Crucial Ram shows it at 4 gig. Hope this helped. Johnne Sambataro « Show Less
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No the type you need is below - 4GB (two 2GB SO-DIMMs) of 1333MHz DDR3 SDRAM; supports up to 8GB - you can get 2 4GB4GBApple Memory Module 4GB 1333MHz DDR3 (PC3-10600) - 2x2GB SO-DIMMs8GBCrucial 8GB Kit (4GBx2) DDR3/DDR3L 1066 MT/s (PC3-8500) SODIMM 204-Pin Mac Memory CT2K4G3S1067M / CT2C4G3S1067M16GBCorsair Apple Certified 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1333 MHz (PC3 10666) Laptop Memory (CMSA16GX3M2A1333C9) No the type you need is below - 4GB (two 2GB SO-DIMMs) of 1333MHz DDR3 SDRAM; supports up to 8GB - you can get 2 4GB4GBApple Memory Module 4GB 1333MHz DDR3 (PC3-10600) - 2x2GB SO-DIMMs8GBCrucial 8GB Kit (4GBx2) DDR3/DDR3L 1066 MT/s (PC3-8500) SODIMM 204-Pin Mac Memory CT2K4G3S1067M / CT2C4G3S1067M16GBCorsair Apple Certified 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1333 MHz... » Read More No the type you need is below - 4GB (two 2GB SO-DIMMs) of 1333MHz DDR3 SDRAM; supports up to 8GB - you can get 2 4GB4GBApple Memory Module 4GB 1333MHz DDR3 (PC3-10600) - 2x2GB SO-DIMMs8GBCrucial 8GB Kit (4GBx2) DDR3/DDR3L 1066 MT/s (PC3-8500) SODIMM 204-Pin Mac Memory CT2K4G3S1067M / CT2C4G3S1067M16GBCorsair Apple Certified 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1333 MHz (PC3 10666) Laptop Memory (CMSA16GX3M2A1333C9) « Show Less