Additional RAM needed
Trying to load new software, both of which tell me I need 1-2 GB of RAM. Where do I determine how much RAM I have, and can I simply buy and upload additional RAM to this model?
Thanks.
Hi
+"Where do I determine how much RAM I have?"+
Apple Menu > About this Mac.
+"can I simply buy and upload additional RAM to this model?"+
Yes. You buy RAM and physically install it. Depending on the model you may be able to do this yourself with an appropriate screwdriver or pay/get an authorised Apple Technician (or someone else who is capable of doing it) to do it for you. There's no upload involved.
Tony
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