Mac specs by capability actual maximum ram macbook pro models. Originally released in 1998, the imac is apples allinone desktop computer. Apple has guidelines for the maximum amount of ram each imac model supports, but upgrade specialists say the devices are capable of supporting more while earlier versions of the imac 17inch or 20inch models from 2006 have two memory slots, starting with 2007 models apple decided to implement four slots instead. Any mid2010 macbook pro i5 or i7 is limited to a maximum of 8gb ram. Designed with highest standard for durability and reliability. If you have a 2010 macbook pro core2duo, then you are in luck and you can upgrade to 16gb ram. Positioned as the low end of the macbook family, the apple macbook was aimed at the consumer and education markets. But i always felt that windows was a pain, not to mention unreliable. Macbook inch, mid 2009 memory ram upgrade replacement. When i purchased it, i specified extra ram to be added, and so it cam with the maximum 2gb ram its serving my needs just fine, but is a little slow and id like to upgrade the ram if i can however, from apples website, the maximum ram i can put in this machine is 2gb.
If you have not upgraded to lion, go ahead and do it and will the max upgrade in os. My mid2007 macbook with 3gb ram has parallels with windows 7 and ubanto 10. Learn how to identify your imac, then find it below. The graphics chipset received a significant upgrade. The maximum ram memory the two sodimm slots can support is up to 4gb. Apple recommends that two modules of the same size be installed for maximum performance. Actual maximum ram of all macbook pro models macs by. 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. I believe the official maximum is 4gb, but it is possible to run it with 6gb. In reality, only one window is truly active, but both windows show a file highlighted blue ie selected.
Other world computing offers a 3 gb memory upgrade, which is not. The maximum number of products that can be compared is 4. Large macbook pro laptops start with a capacity of 16gb of ram, and its possible to upgrade them up to about 64gb. The system profiler window will open, listing your macbooks. If the macbook is either the mid 2007 generation maynovember 2007macbook2,1emc 292. There were a couple macbook updates in 2008 two white macbook models and one aluminum macbook the predecessor to the macbook pro inch. Apple released two two generations of macbooks in 2007. The unibody sandy bridge macbook pro runs ddr333mhz with a 16gb maximum. The owc maxram certification program determines the maximum amount of. If the macbook is either the mid 2007 generation maynovember 2007 macbook2,1emc 292. Kit includes all necessary tools for a diy installation and is backed by a lifetime warranty. This would limit the usable ram to a maximum of 8gb official apple max. But its best to use two 2 gb modules matched pair vs a mix of one 1 gb and one 2 gb module. Midlate 2007 macbook pro 2,2 15inch, late 2006 macbook pro 2,1 17inch, late 2006 macbook pro 1,1 inch, 2006 shop by ram memory ddr4.
May 07, 2016 i have been using this old white macbook since 2009. Is it possible to upgrade a macbook late 2007 macbook. Under the hood, the imac mid 2007 was just a speedbump of the imac late 2006, but it also included a full case redesign. Having installed windows 7 on the laptop using the fab builtin boot camp feature, we set the macbook air to run our standard mobilemark 2007 battery test designed to simulate reallife usage.
We also have step by step videos of how to install your mac memory. Apples recent update of its inch macbook line was a modest one, with an incremental processor upgrade and updated default components, but the 15 and 17inch macbook pro laptops have gotten a. Call 0207 394 2525 for london 512 mb, 1 gb and 2 gb macbook memory ram upgrade or replacement a1181. Macram is australias only dedicated mac memory and mac ram store. While macs certainly arent as easy to upgrade as a typical pc, its surprisingly simple to upgrade some components like ramespecially if youve got a mac desktop or an older laptop.
Can i upgrade ram in a mid 2007 imac past apples maximum. Theunibody macbook mid 2010 has a system maximum of 16gb 2x 8gb sodimms if you are running os lion 10. This macbook model was shipped in a single configuration, and was replaced in june 2009 with a new model. Mar 30, 2017 macbook pro 17inch, mid 2010, macbook pro 17inch, mid 2009, and macbook pro 17inch, early 2009 number of memory slots. We provide expert advise on the right ram for your mac and other mac devices. Although imac late 2006 accepts up to a 2gb sodimm in each of its two memory slots, the computer only supports 3gb total memory. Announced in august 2007, the imac mid 2007 featured a striking new aluminum case design made clear reference to the recently released iphone.
Announced in may 2007, the macbook mid 2007 was as speed bump of the macbook late 2006 line to include faster intel core 2 duo processors. The macbook mid 2007 core 2 duo series shares the same easy to upgrade case design as previous macbook systems, and connectivity likewise includes airport extreme although the mid 2007 models support 802. I was referred to other world computing by an apple tech, recognized by apple as an authorized parts vendor. This brand new apple macbook inch mid 2007 replacement battery white features latest technology on all components and parts. Macbook pro memory upgrades macbook pro ram upgrades. Get an external hd to copy over all of your stuff as you will. Is it worth it to upgrade a mid2007 macbook mb061lla. Adding more ram can breath new life into an old mac. 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. The macbook was a brand of macintosh notebook computers built by apple. Maximum ram for a macbook mid 2007 what is the maximum ram that a macbook mid 2007 2.
While the hacks can get you to mavericks or beyond unless its a macbook pro i just wouldnt. Ram must be installed in pairs, and for best acoustic performance contain an appleapproved heat sink. Can i upgrade ram in a mid 2007 imac past apples maximum limit. It was the bestselling macintosh in history, and a ccording to the. Im sick of this dangerous catalina and mojave bug where two windows appear active at the same time.
A fully working mid 2007 model that i treated to some well deserved upgrades. Any mid 2010 macbook pro i5 or i7 is limited to a maximum of 8gb ram. Atech for apple 8gb kit 2x 4gb ddr3 1067mhz 1066mhz pc38500 sodimm memory ram upgrade for macbook, macbook pro, imac, mac mini late 2008, early 2009, mid 2009, late 2009, mid 2010 models corsair cmsa8gx3m2a1066c7 apple 8 gb dual channel kit ddr3 1066 pc3 8500 204pin ddr3 laptop sodimm memory 1. In that time i have owned many intel windows based computers, several of which i built myself. Not all of the ram will be accessible to the os only 3 gb. Apple macbook inch mid 2007 replacement battery white. Macbook pro inch and 15 inch mid 2012 ram upgrades run ddr31600mhz with a system maximum of 16gb. 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. Mid 2007 macbook 2,1 max ram is 4gb late 2007 macbook 3,1 max ram is 6gb. The latest vista version is a perfect case in point. I basically use it for college, but i had a core2duo on my desktop pc windows until 2014 and, except for gaming, it was nice. First introduced in may 2006, it replaced the ibook and 12inch powerbook series of notebooks as a part of the appleintel transition. Its got new life since a ram upgrade from 2 gb to 4 gb.
Still my daily driver even though it is a vintage machine now. This is not a tutorial this upgrade was overdue, 2gb really doesnt cut. Learn about the types of random access memory ram and video memory vram used in imac computers. Maximum ram for a macbook mid 2007 apple community.
Introduced in may 2009, the macbook 5,2 inch, mid 2009 was a modest speedbump of the previous macbook. The macbook is built with the intelbased processor. Aside from the superior macbook pro memory, apple is wellknown as a. From a software standpoint, youre able to take a step forward but even. Just beware that there might be some issues due to the incompatibility of newer os software on officially unsupported hardware.
Built with brand new highest quality a grade cells. Youd hardly notice this machine being almost 10 years old. Macbook pro 17inch, mid 2010, macbook pro 17inch, mid 2009, and macbook pro 17inch, early 2009 number of memory slots. I have a mid 2007 macbook that i upgraded to lion, 4gb ram, and a 256gb ssd. Neither windows 7 nor ubanto 10 have run since a mac mini became my primary machine, since parallels seemed to be too slow, compared to running mac apps. Macbook 5,1 and macbook 5,2 full information, specs igotoffer. Macbook ram macbook memory upgrade ram for macbook. Same goes for the aluminum macbook, except it requires 1066mhz ddr3 pc38500 sdram.
In germany, site sponsor conodi provides high quality mac and pc repair services as well as remote home office setup and troubleshooting. I have a mid2007 macbook that i upgraded to lion, 4gb ram, and a 256gb ssd. Power by latest lithium technology with no memory effect. Apples recent update of its inch macbook line was a modest one, with an incremental processor upgrade and updated default components, but the 15. The macbook inch, mid 2009 mc240lla a1181 notebook computer models with 2. Buy memory ram upgrades for your apple macbook inch, mid 2007 2. Upgrading ram in mid2007 macbook apple ios os help. Jun 03, 2015 apple released two two generations of macbooks in 2007. The site says 2gb but some retailers sell a 4gb upgrade. Aside from the superior macbook pro memory, apple is wellknown as a brand for being storagefriendly. It has two memory sockets and can be upgraded to 24gbs maximum depending on your model. The nextgeneration 2007 macbooks utilize a 2ghz mb061lla or 2. Call us on 0 943 454 or talk with us via live chat.
It is possible to limit max ram to 8gb using the command. Memory card specifications double data rate small outline dual inline memory module ddr3 format 30mm 1. These machines tend to only have 2gb ram and run better with windows or linux then os x. 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. Both come standard with 1gb ram max 4gb and a 80gb or 120gb 5400rpm hard drive. 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. Power pc macs running any version of the mac os prior to 10. Owc maxram memory certification max out your mac ram. Macbook 2,1 inch, late 2006 and mid 2007 the original polycarbonate macbook was apples first notebook to use new features, such as the glossy display, the sunken keyboard design and the nonmechanical magnetic latch. Macbook pro 3,1 15inch 17inch, mid late 2007 macbook pro 2,2 15inch, late 2006 macbook pro 2,1. These are the instances where you see how mac memory shines.
I select install mac os catalina and then pick the ssd. Macbook 5,1 and macbook 5,2 full information, specs. Im reading this from a macbook late 2007 4gb ram, i have yosemite. In this video, i upgrade it with a new hard drive and a few gigs of ram. If your mid 2006 macbook has 512 mb, upgrade immediately. Macbook 2,1 inch, late 2006 and mid 2007 igotoffer. Mar 06, 2020 having installed windows 7 on the laptop using the fab builtin boot camp feature, we set the macbook air to run our standard mobilemark 2007 battery test designed to simulate reallife usage. In the macbook 5,2 the maximum amount of ram you will be able to use is. I have been using this old white macbook since 2009. The mac i am using is a mid 2012 macbook pro and the ssd is a wd blue 1tb 3d nand. Apr 12, 2019 learn about the types of random access memory ram and video memory vram used in imac computers. Snow leopard, lion and mountain lion are no longer supported by apple. You really need 1 gb to get okay performance from os x 10.
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