HT1338 Memory modules for MacBook (late 2009)

What is the recommended maximum memory that can be installed in (late 2009) MacBook? 4GB? 8GB?

8GB is the maximum installable Ram (for a 2009), buy it from OWC or Crucial if you can

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Why doesn't anything happen when I hit the download button for Mavericks OS X? I have a MacBook Late 2009 with Lion 10.7.5.

Why doesn't anything happen when I hit the download button for Mavericks OS X? I have a MacBook Late 2009 with Lion 10.7.5.

Down load fron the Internet OmniDiskSweeper (free) and open it. It will show you all of your files and the respective sizes.
In addition, click on your HDD icon in the upper right hand corner of your desk top with COMMAND I (I as in the letter i). What does it say about the space used and available.
You may be experiencing this phenomenon:
http://pondini.org/TM/30.html
Ciao.

Why I can´t install 8GB RAM DDR3 1333MHZ in a MacBook late 2009?

Why I can´t install 8GB RAM DDR3 1333MHZ in a MacBook late 2009?

Macs can be very Fussy about RAM...
It is Important to get the Correct and Matching RAM
You can use these Links to check which RAM is suitable for your Mac...
http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/apple/memory/
http://www.crucial.com
Those sites also have videos on how to Install RAM should you need it....

How do I update Nvidia 9400M GeForce drivers on MacBook late 2009?

How do I update Nvidia 9400M GeForce drivers on MacBook late 2009?
I've got a huge fps drop problem on my mac, and i've called apple support, they told me to update Nvidia Graphics Card or something. How do i do this?

Nope, I'll do that, but since I've seen you here before, can I ask you something regarding my HD?
I've been transferring about 1.6 GB from my USB stick, and when it is going on with the transfer, my computer just freezes, i can move the mouse but not click anywhere. then after some time i can click again, but then it freezes again. And it takes like 10 times longer to transfer.
And also, would it work to transfer a windows xp.iso to my usb stick, and then install windows using boot camp?
And also, would it work if I purchase 4GB or 2GB + 4GB (6GB) RAM to my Macbook unibody late 2009?
And also, would it work if i purchased RAM memory originally from a macbook Pro?

Macbook Later 2009 -Crucial 8GB RAM upgrade

Hello guys I took some recommendations from the support here at apple and i went out and purchased 8 gb of crucial ram 1066 for my late 2009 macbook....However once and a while i get a stutter usually when clicking close(x) on programs or starting them up for the first time. I am running Mountain Lion, is it normal to have little stutters? Will upgrading the harddrive to an SSD fix the problem. Any help would be great thanks

I don't follow....did you boot into the recovery partition by restarting while holding Command-R to use Disk Utility?
You might also try a Safe Boot, maybe you've got a corrupt system file that a Safe Bot can repair http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1564

Memory modules for Msi Big Bang trinergy

Hey forum,
i want to buy some memory modules for my trinergy mobo because the ones i had earlier also proved to be incompatible. I would like to ask you if there are any memory modules besides the ones recommended from the MSI site concerning my mobo. I am looking for a 2x2 gb ram kit with a heat dispenser so it can work around 1600mHz. Thank you in advance
P.S Is the list on the site the only one? i mean are there any updated versions of it with more high end memory modules tested?

Ideally you would provide us with your fullsystem specs first >>Posting Guide<<
From a memory perspective, the reason these modules have heatspreaders is mostly due to marketing and to impress the potential buyers. The secondary reason is that most manufacturers sell you overvolted and overclocked 1066 or 1333 chips on a 1600 marketed module that needs 1,65V instead of the standard 1,5V. Your memory controller is part of the CPU and natively only supports 1333 at 1,5V.
If you really insist, then at least get yourself a 1600 kit that does this speed at 1,5V. One of the modules that seem to work well are the CMZ4GX3M2A1600C9 from Corsair. From a user perspective, the mem modules from Crucial that you see in my signature come highly recommended as they have been proven to work on the P55 platform whenever used.

Hello Mac Friend, do you have any idea the compatible of 1333Mhz 16GB ecc module for MacPro late 2012 ?

Hello Mac Friend, do you have any idea the compatible of 1333Mhz 16GB ecc module for MacPro late 2012 ?

You can spend months developing the expertise to choose exactly the right modules for a one-off purchase of RAM for your Mac.
Or you can deal with a Mac-centric Vendor who already knows this information and will provide the correct modules for your exact model Mac, and stand behind them, for about the same price. Deal with Vendors who say:
"It works in your Mac,
or your money BACK."
In the US, OWC (at MacSales.com) provides good support
Many readers recommend crucial, I personally do not.
I do most of my business with DataMemorySystems.com, as they tell you exactly what they are sending and have slightly better prices than OWC.
If you are in another part of the world, please respond with what markets are available to you and readers can make additional recommendations.
EDIT: 16GB DIMMs for this Mac are Registered DIMMs, and are subject to special rules:
They do not mix with other sizes AT ALL.
At most 3 modules of this size can be installed on each SIDE (6 total on the 8-core and 12 core)

My MacBook (late 2009 Mac OS X Lion 10.7.5 (11G63) often runs VERY slow...beach ball of death frequently. My page ins (5.29GB), page outs (5.64BG), and swap files (10GB) seem extremely high in comparison to most other discussions in here. HELP!!??

My MacBook (late 2009 Mac OS X Lion 10.7.5 (11G63) often runs VERY slow...beach ball of death frequently. My page ins (3.29GB), page outs (5.64BG), and swap files (10GB) seem extremely high in comparison to most other discussions in here. I don't know how to copy the pie chart so it shows on here but here's what it says right now:
Free - 176 MB
Wired - 592MB
Active - 843MB
Inactive - 432MB
Used - 1.82 GB
VM size - 198GB
The page ins and page outs have 0 bytes/sec in the parenthesis even though the numbers are so high.
Any help anyone could provide would be greatly appreciated!!!

You difinately need more ram. 2gb is the bare minimum to run just the Lion OS, anything extra will slow your Mac to a crawl. Upgrade to 8gb from either Crucial http://www.crucial.com/ or OWC http://eshop.macsales.com/
And you will be a happy camper!

Where can I buy a new 3.5" SATA HDD with the extra thermal sensor port for my late 2009 imac?

where can I buy a new 3.5" SATA HDD with the extra thermal sensor port for my late 2009 imac?

Depends on the original drive. According to OWC, at least last time I checked some months ago, any current WD drive they sell (up to 2 TB?) will be able to be swapped directly. I am unable to confirm this personally. But, even so, that was a while back. You should check with them again on this. As for Seagates, that might not be so simple.
This is the original article on this from them.
http://blog.macsales.com/2751-proprietary-cable-can-put-the-brakes-on-upgrading- late-09-imacs
If you find a drive that OWC sells and is certain will swap in directly, you can see if newegg.com has it for less.
This one that OWC sells will swap in directly, according to them.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822236339

How to increase the size of bootcamp partition in macbook-late 2009

How to increase the size of the bootcamp partition in macbook late 2009, without using any third party softwares.

Pick yourself up by your own bootstrap too?
Reinstall after restoring to HFS only then.
You want something that works, then spend the $20 on Paragon CampTune or WinClone 3.

How can I get the Application DVD for IMAC Late 2009?

How can I get the Application DVD for IMAC Late 2009?

Disk 2 of the original disks that came with the computer?
Call Apple, give them your computer serial number, and they will ship you disks for a small charge if disks are available. Go to the Apple Store for your country, then to the bottom of the page//Contact Us for the correct telephone number.
If that isn't what you ant, can you provide more information?

What games work well on macbook late 2009 (9400m 8gb ram)

what games work well on macbook late 2009 (9400m 8gb ram)?

Sounds like a good plan. Get the store credit and then, as suggested above, order new RAM from
OWC http://eshop.macsales.com or Crucial http://www.crucial.com
You can purchase up to 4 GB from Crucial and up to 6 GB from OWC.

MacBook late 2009 vs MacBook Pro Mid 2012 (Ram)

Hi, I recently upgraded the Ram in my MacBook Pro (Mid 2012) to 16gb 1600 MHz DDR3 and my wife's MacBook (late 2009) has 2gb 1067 MHz DDR3 currently in it, but I tried using my old Ram (2gb slots) from the Mid 2012 MacBook Pro, and her MacBook wouldn't boot up at all, I just got a black screen.
So I see the difference is the 1600 MHz vs the 1067 MHz, so does that mean that my old Ram won't work because of this?
Thanks in advance,
DJ Meezy

Meezy81 wrote:
So I see the difference is the 1600 MHz vs the 1067 MHz, so does that mean that my old Ram won't work because of this?
yes, that is why.

New MacBook Late 2009 frequent non responding applications

Hello everyone. I just got a new MacBook late 2009 a few weeks ago. I love being back on Mac OS X but the one issue that I'm having is this:
About once a day my MacBook will hit a spot where it doesn't want to open any applications at all. I use Safari, iTunes and yahoo messenger every day. I never shut down my MacBook. I just close the lid and let it sleep overnight. When these spells hit all I get is the bouncing beach ball and I have to force quit the application(s) and restart to get everything fast and snappy again. I got the RAM upgraded directly from Apple when I bought to 4GB. I have 219GB free on the hard drive so I don't know what could be causing the problem. Any help is much appreciated.

Just an update:
I got to thinking about anything that I have installed that could be causing the problem. So far it turns out that the Intego AntiVirus solution I had installed was causing the problems. I know Macs don't get viruses but I've always believe in having some sort of antivirus protection if anything to catch files that I might be passing on to my Windows using friends. So I went back to Norton Internet Security as I had bought that back in November. So far no application crashing and everything is running like it should.

HT3918 Mixing RAM modules in a late 2009 iMac

I have a late 2009 27" iMac that came with only 2 Gig of RAM. I recently ordered 16 Gig of RAM (4 modules), but they only shipped me 8 Gig (2 modules). I installed the 8 Gig (still leaving me with 2 empty slots), can I also reinstall the two 1 Gig modules that I removed for a total of 10 Gig?
Also, if I order an additional 8 Gig from another company will it cause problems to mix products from different companies?

Welcome to the Apple Support Communities
The Late 2009 iMac came with 4 GB on all the models, so maybe you have an Early 2009 iMac.
Apart from that, if you have a Late 2009, you can use 16 GB of memory, so you can install two 4 GB modules and two 1 GB modules, for a total amount of 10 GB, without any problem. If you have an Early 2009 iMac, 8 GB of memory are the maximum.
To buy memory, I only recommend you OWC and Crucial, that provides compatible memory with Macs. Other brands may work, but with OWC and Crucial you can be sure that memory will work with your computer > http://www.macsales.com

HT1338 Memory modules for MacBook (late 2009)

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