I have a 2008 imac. how do i update the ram

Is it hardware you have to add to the computer, or can you download more ram

Welcome to the Apple Support Communities
If you have an Early 2008 iMac, you can install 6 GB of memory. You can buy it in OWC or Crucial > http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/memory/iMac/Intel_Core_2_Duo_PC2-6400
You can install more memory on your iMac without any problem, so don't worry about damaging the Mac. See > http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1423#2

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I have a 2008 imac
can you get extended warranty
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https://discussions.apple.com/message/23871798#23871798
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2. Open Finder, go to your user's folder > Library > Caches and delete everything
3. Verify disk
4. See if your apps are compatible with OS X 10.8 > http://www.roaringapps.com
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A Canon online rep said 720p could be used, because my mac uses a 1080i format. ?? Something about up-sourcing.
I am eager to buy a camera, but want to be VERY sure I can use at least a 720p HD format.
As I am a computer neophyte, please explain in layman's terms.
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A rather rude apple tech support guy I spoke with yesterday.. if I remember correctly, said 720p or 1080i or 1080p.. wouldn't matter.. for '08 imoive.. but this might not be correct. Besides being unpleasant, he didn't explain things very well..
He also said it is best to find a camera that shoots in AVCHD, and that if I didn't find one, I would have to convert the video file to AVCHD.. I am wondering how to do that, and I am wondering if he is correct.
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And.. If I have been shooting in 1080i..or 1080p for that matter, if I understand you correctly, I can process that video in 720p instead? I don't know if there is an option for this in iMovie '08 (which is version 7.. GRRRR.)
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Buy a UPS of good quality and sufficient to your needs.
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iMac (Mid 2007 or newer)
MacBook (Late 2008 Aluminum, or Early 2009 or newer)
MacBook Pro (Mid/Late 2007 or newer)
MacBook Air (Late 2008 or newer)
Mac mini (Early 2009 or newer)
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         3. MacBook Pro (Mid/Late 2007 or newer) - Model Identifier 3,1 or later
         4. MacBook Air (Late 2008 or newer) - Model Identifier 2,1 or later
         5. Mac mini (Early 2009 or newer) - Model Identifier 3,1 or later
         6. Mac Pro (Early 2008 or newer) - Model Identifier 3,1 or later
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Are my applications compatible?
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To see how much RAM you have go to the Apple in the upper left corner and select About This Mac, then check Memory on More Info.
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