I am looking to sell my MacBook pro but i dont know how to spec it up

Hi there,
I am a new macuser, however am looking to sell my macbook pro as i want to get the new tablet when it comes out.
Please excuse my ignorance, however will anyone be able to tell me how to spec this up ? i dont know what the MPN is, however i know how to check the about Mac section
any help would be appreciated
Thank you

According to the MacBook Pro manual for the Late 2009 model, to answer your question about upgrading the memory, well documentation says the memory specs needed are:
Double Data Rate Small Outline Dual Incline Memory Module (DDR3) format
30 mm (1.18 inches)
1 GB, 2 GB, or 4 GB
204-pin
PC3-8500 DDR3 1066 MHz Type RAM
According to Other World Computing (OWC), you can upgrade the battery, hard drive, and memory on the MacBook Pro via their website (http://www.macsales.com/):
OWC 8.0 GB Upgrade Kit ($439.99)*
http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/memory/AppleMacBook_MacBookPro/Upgrade/DDR3
*The most inexpensive price I have found compared to newegg.com.
OWC 640 GB 2.5-inch Serial ATA @ 5400 rpm hard drive http://eshop.macsales.com/Search/Search.cfm?Ntk=Primary&Ns=P_Price
I hope this helps.
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