IMac's Pin # for RAM

I just bought the new 20" iMac 2.4ghz and I'm thinking of adding some more RAM.
The users manual states that it takes So-DIMM PC2-5300 SDRAM DDR2 667mhz (phew, what a mouthful).
How many pins does it accept? 180? 200? 240?

ernande, Welcome to the discussion area!
Sorry but you do not have an iMac G5. You have an Intel-based iMac. They are 2 totally different things.
For future questions you should post in the Intel-based iMac discussion area.

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Number of Pins for Ram

I have an HP 2000-299WM. I want to upgrade my ram. There are 204 pins and 240 pins for the type I need. Which would be correct.
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Hi:
I would run the free Crucial memory scan tool and see what it reports...
http://www.crucial.com/usa/en/systemscanner

How do I determine if the memory problems are with my imac and not the RAM?

I've heard of some vague problems with intel imacs and their memory slots. I'm about to replace (for the 3rd time) RAM, and think I need to test further to see if the problem is with my imac and not the RAM. Right now I put back in the original 2-512 sticks that came with the imac, and the rember test is only showing 594mb (odd amt!) testing OK. But, in "about my mac" it will show as 1gb.
Problems I've had with each set of RAM: occasional KP's, excessive spinning beachballs, sudden closing of apps (esp. if I have several apps running), won't fax usually (will hear a fax tone instead of a dial tone at the onset), disappearing documents section under my username.
I bought this imac refurbed thru the apple store last fall: 2.16 C2D 20" imac
Any ideas before I have to separate myself from my imac to send it in??

Hi Toodles
The pin strips on the new modules maybe a little thicker than your original modules, and it's going to take more force to seat them properly. If the new Memory Specifications are correct I would try them again. Slide them in untill they stop, then push real hard untill you feel them seat into place.
I've never seen a report about an odd amount of ram shown. If reinstalling the ram modules does not solve your issue, and may be a indication that there is something wrong with one of the slots.
Dennis
17" iMac Intel Core Duo - 2GB Ram - Mac OS X (10.4.10) - Maxtor 300GB FireWire - Creative Inspire 2.1 - 2G Nano

Best recommended mixing board with usb or lightning output to iMac or iPad for GarageBand?

hi,
set-up - 2010 iMac w/ intel core i7 processor @ 2.8 GHz, 16 GB RAM, latest mac os x 10.9 "maverick" update and the latest version updated of garage band; also, iPad third generation 64 GB wi-fi only with the latest version of iOS 7.0.3 and iOS GarageBand app v. 2.0 (3090.25). i also have the adapter apple sold for the iPad that gives it a usb interface - this was for usb sticks that had photos, but i'm hoping it'll work well with GarageBand also.
i'm wanting to do some podcast audio recording with multiple inputs (audio round table discussion setting), as well as some home studio recording (mostly acoustic guitar work). i already have several good mics.
i am looking for a mix board that will interface well with digital output to the GarageBand on the iMac, preferably to both the iMac and the GarageBand app on the iPad also. i want the mix board to have some form of _modern_ digital out, preferably usb (but could work, maybe, with lightning/thunder). the iPad is for when i want to record something on the road for a podcast, the iMac stays in my home office/studio. i'm looking for a mix board fitting these specs that i could pick up fairly reasonably on ebay or the like.
i've looked a bit at tascam and alesis. i was wondering what folks here might recommend and what their experience is? also, if not a mix board, then what would you recommend for a multiple digital interface input of the mics, say four or five at a time, going into the iMac or iPad for live recording?
i look forward to your advisement, stories and tips on this. thank you.
best,
— faddah wolf
portland, oregon

It looks like these boards are "class compliant" USB, meaning there are no drivers to install, it's basic plug-and-play.
To use it in Garageband you would have to go to (Garageband) preferences and set it up as the recording/playback device. The Mac's system preferences have nothing to do with a (decent) audio program's audio device selection.
Garageband probably defaults to built-in-audio.
The problem you will have is that the USB output is probably stereo only. You can record multiple inputs, but only as a stereo Mix. (or two mono tracks). I say probably because I don't really know. It doesn't prevent you from laying down tracks one (stereo) or two (mono) at a time.

2 imacs v 1mbp for use with FCP and motion.

I'm in need of advice. I'm in the market for a new computer(s).
Let me give you a rundown on my situation.
HOME COMPUTER- dual 800 1GIG ram G4. probably 6-7 years old -i got it 2nd hand in 03 i think-
(its about 6 years old and very noisy and update needed)
WORK COMPUTER- AL PB G4 1.5ghz 2gig ram 17". Bees knees when released almost 4 years ago.
(redering and Motion are getting beyond tiresome with how slow they are).
The WORK computer I do all my editing on while the HOME computer I use for internet surfing, itunes etc. I use FCP for editing wedding dvds, work related videos etc. but I'm thinking of taking a break from the wedding filming & editing business to concentrate on other things. I will still continue to edit and film but not as much in the past 6 years. As of last week I don't have any projects or side jobs in the pipeline but that may change within 6 months.
MY QUESTION- What should I get?
1. 1 x 2.6 Ghz 4gig Ram 17" MBP at around 3,500 dollars (i'm in japan so about 360,000yen) and then use my AL powerbook as my home computer
OR
2. 2 x imac 20inch with 4gig ram which i think comes in at just under the MBP price
OR
3. 1 x imac 24" 4gig ram & 1x imac 20" with 4gig ram.
Is final cut pro and motion3 going to work better on the imacs than on my current AL powerbook? surely!
I still use motion1 and that really pushes my computer to it's limits. and the last 2 years have been a hectic one editing wise so I didn't want to upgrade computers during the course of projects ongoing.
(playing with fire in my books)
THING IS i need to be able to edit at both work and home. I take a my laptop with me to work everyday, but if I were to get 2 desktops I could just use external hard drives for my projects (which I do anyway). That's why if both computers are desktops they both need to be able to handle motion 3 and fcp6 to a competent level. and if I got two desktops I could try and sell my AL PB. It's still in superb condition due to me keeping it sleeved whenever not in use.
I heard rumours that apple will be releasing new imacs sooner rather than later as well.
ANY thoughts would be highly appreciated.

From what I've read on this forum, FCP doesn't work properly with two video cards.
-DH

24" iMac good enough for graphic design?

I'm looking into getting a Mac so I can work from home for the next few months (back surgery). I use the Adobe CS as well as other graphic related applications. While I know getting a Mac Pro would be the best option it's also a very expensive option (I need the 23" monitor as well). Would the top config. of the iMac be suitable for moderate graphic design use? Currently at the office I am using a Dual 2.5 G5 so I'm not expecting top of the line performance. Just something that would work as well as my work computer. I do realize it is not expandable however after a few months it will just become a computer I use for typical home use. Thank you in advance.

Hi Barry, I did as you said and searched on the forum. What I found was this entry that pretty much sums it up. It's pretty much identical to my situation. Turns out CS2 runs at about half speed under Rosetta. Even the oldest G5s seem to out perform it. I guess that's it, I start looking for an old G5. Thanks for all your help and suggestions. Below is the entry I found that says it all.
Re: Intel iMac and Adobe CS2
Posted: Mar 24, 2006 3:30 AM in response to: Sam Anderson
I've been using a 20" Intel 2 GHz iMac with 1 GB RAM now for just over a month and use Adobe CS2 on it and I'm incredibly disappointed with the performance of the software under Rosetta. So much so that I regret buying the Intel version and wish I'd bought a good old G5 processor model.
The main issue is speed. I upgraded from a Dual 866 mHz G4 and am encountering slower performance with CS2 on my new iMac than I did on that. Illustrator is especially excruciating to use. Another issue is that I can only run two CS2 apps at the same time never three. If I try, one of them randomly crashes. Reinstalls haven't cured it either.
I've called both Adobe and Apple in order to resolve the problem and neither have a solution. Adobe's view on it is that CS2 and earlier were not written to work on the Intel machine and so they cannot address any support problems with patches or updates. Their only solution is waiting until CS3 is released in Autumn which will be Intel compatible.
Based on this experience my advice would be to wait until CS3 is released before you buy one. Otherwise just grin and bear it if you have to have one now!

IMac G5 suitable for graphic design?

OK, here is my situation. I am graphic design student in the UK about to start my third and final year. I use photoshop and indesign A LOT, and can have big image files, biggest I have go to is 300MB though this is very rare, and is normally 150 - 200MB maximum. I am considering getting either a Power Book with 2GB RAM as I am student so chances are I will be moving sometime within the next year, though I would not carry it around with me after when at college though chances are I would have to sometimes, or I am considering getting a iMac G5, with 2GB RAM, which would stay here in my flat, and also get a small cheaper iBook, load that up with 1GB RAM and a 100GB hard drive, and use that for any work on the go, as chances are these will be much smaller files or will require little editing. I also like the fact that the iBook is much sturdier and will last longer, something which I need from all machines as chances are I wont be able to afford to buy a new one in a year or two's time. So I am looking for either a Power Book maxed out, or an iMac and an iBook. I have considered a Power Mac but they are too large and probably too powerful for what I will be doing on it, and I would like at least an option of taking worth with me. What would you recommend for a Graphics Student?

I have an 20inch imac g5 with 1gb of ram and it is really fast for adobe CS2 and quark 6.5. I have no problems with big files or having several applications / files open at once.
I also have a G4 ibook with 756mb ram - its a bit slow for graphics and the screen is a bit small for graphics work Its great for surfing the web or short term graphics work away from my desk.
If portability isnt a requirement then i would suggest you get a 20inch imac!
Dont forget to visit the apple education store (on your uni network) and i'll get really good discount! Also if you need software adobe cs2 is £200 for students, and quark is £150 (office is £100 which is always handy to have to get those windoze uses compatible.).
As far as bumping up the ram...its always cheaper to add ram from places like cruical. I got a single dimm of 1gb when i ordered the imac, but in a year or so i will add another 1gb.
If you live in halls or a 'not so secure' student house then dont forgot to get insurance! all apples have security slots for around the house - i just have the imac chained to a desk (cant see it as its behind so not spoiling the aesthetics!). Portables aren't always covered when away from home.
You might want to look at portable hard drives rather than bumping up the internal hard drive - this will offer you some portability to take work (big files) to uni from home etc... i think students can get a ipod cheaper so that would be one option (if the student loan stretches that far!)
Good luck with your final year... i am sure whatever you invest in will serve you well in the big wide world of graphics! enjoy!

IMac vs Powermac for FCP

I am debating between an iMac and PowerMac for FCP editing. I am primarily a shooter but would like to offer editing to clients as well. Don't anticipate anything to graphics or effects intensive. For fairly simple editing does the PowerMac have a huge ($1500) advantage over the top of the line iMac?

iMac:
DV, HDV, DVCPRO HD (possibly) and maybe AVCHD only. Those are the ONLY formats you can edit. I say possibly with DVCPRO HD because the ONLY drives you can use on an iMac are firewire drives. Those are fine for DVCPRO HD (Firewire 800 required), but only for working with P2 DVCPRO HD...nothing from tape. You only have one firewire bus, so capturing using that bus for the camera, AND for the drive is sketchy. Will work most of the time, but not all of the time. Forget Uncompressed SD or HD...not gonna work. The ONLY thing you can upgrade is the RAM...that's it. So Motion will work fine, but not optimally with the graphics card already in place.
Mac Pro: great expandibility
YOu can install different graphics cards, install capture cards for working with uncompressed HD and SD...and can install eSATA cards for working with faster drives. It comes with 4 internal drive slots, three empty, so that you can install fast drives internally that will work with uncompressed SD and DVCPRO HD and ProRes (ProRes on the iMac will be iffy).
Mac Pro is a professional machine, and iMac is a consumer machine. If you work with DV and HDV only, and only need firewire drives, it should be fine. But that's about all you can do with it.
Shane

Do you have any ideas why Motion 5 would run slow on a computer? I have an Imac with 8Gigs of ram, and plenty of hard drive space, but it still gives me the beach ball when I add a few lights and effects. I'm at the end of my rope.

Do you have any ideas why Motion 5 would run slow on a computer? I have an Imac with 8Gigs of ram, and plenty of hard drive space, but it still gives me the beach ball when I add a few lights and effects. I'm at the end of my rope.

You probably don't really need 1080 at 60 for your finished projects but since you're just starting out with Motion, you need to lower your expectations. A long way. 1080 is about 2 million pixels per frame, DV is only about 400,000. That's not just five times as many pixels for the Mac to track; everything in video is exponential.
Explore the training tutorials available by Mark Spencer. You will get an idea of how his super powerful machine reacts with the software.
Adding a light roughly doubles the processing time over flat scenes. Two lights increases processing again. Reflections require processing the lights and then calculating the reflections so add another quarter of the time required for flat scenes. Add camera movement, motion blur, and depth of field and you need exponentially more processing time for every frame. The preload of renders into RAM is one of the cooler features of Motion, as comapred to After Effects, but that takes tons of time, to.
Try working in ye olde DV resolution for a few days. Get to know the software's limitations and what gets imposed by your Macintosh. Step up to 720p/30 and see how things slow down.

Bioshock iMac 2.8 2GB Ram = Works just fine!

I just wanted to let potential buyers know that I have Bioshock running nice and smooth @ 1280 x 720 with everything cranked up. I am using the 7.9 beta drivers that were released a few days back. (Madden 08 works great too)
I do have issues with the glossy screen during the day in my office. The windows behind me have shutters on them and are only about 7-10 feet away. I will have to rearrange my office to use the iMac without irritation. (Not and easy task) However, The screen does look AWESOME during the evenings and nights.
I will be keeping the new iMac and sell off my old/new 24" Matte. The speed and ability to have 4gb's of ram just outweigh the negatives I have with the glossy screen.

I modded the Catalyst 7.9 drivers to install. they seem to work fine and BioShock now works properly. I had to add a line to the INF file then force windows to install it by manually selecting the driver via the device manager. However, the last two times I played Bioshock it crashed after 15 minutes. I am not sure if the two prolems are connected... but I imagine they are. I have other stuff to do right now. I will test it more later.
as for the ram question. You have to keep in mind the difference between 32bit and 64bit. The Core2Duo have 64bit capabilities. Tiger has 64bit capabilities (although leopard will have a lot more). With 32 bit the maximum you can access is 4gb. 4gb ram, 4gb files, etc. That is why FAT32 has a 4gb file size limit. NTFS and HFS+ are 32bit filesystems, but they fake the ability to have files larger than 4gb by stitching them together and not showing the user.
the new aluminum imac support 4gb of ram, which is part of the new santa rosa chipset they are using. Tiger, because of it's 64bit capabilities will be able to address the 4gb of ram. But as far as I know, Windows XP and Windows Vista 32Bit will NOT be able to address all 4gb. I gathered this from watching DL.TV and have never actually tested it since i don't have 4gb of ram.
Hope this helps,
Jeff

How do you open the door on a Late 2013 27" iMac to add more RAM ?

I ordered an additional 8GB of RAM before I received my iMac, but now that I have it and ready to add the extra RAM, I can find no mention anywhere of how you go about opening the door on the back of the iMac to access the RAM. Reminds me of the first Systems Analysis lecture I attended which was all about how to write a manual, for example on how to light a cigarette. The first candidate up read out his instructions and they seemed perfect until the instructor told him he hadn't mentioned opening the box of matches.

Installing memory on the new iMacs are a PITA plus a few
The first thing you should do is to unplug the iMac & everything else you have attached to it including the keyboard.
Place the iMac facedown on something soft (couch).
Just below the power cord connection you will see a square box. It pops open if you have the strength of Arnold Schwarzenegger.
With Arnold's strength, you will need to push the RAM into the slots which is no easy task. Make sure you hear a CLICK! The "click" confirms the RAM has been seated correctly.
CLICK CLICK----> iMac (2012/2013) PDF Manual
GOOD LUCK! You're gonna need it.

Which iMac is best for me?

I need help from knowledgeable people. I am wondering which iMac would be best for me. Should I get the 17-inch iMac or the 20-inch iMac? The programs I mainly use on my current computer are Adobe Photoshop, Corel Paint Shop Pro, LimeWire, Ipswitch WS_FTP Pro, AIM Triton, and Mozilla Firefox. Is there really a difference between the two? I don't really care about the price. Thanks.
P.S. What is the difference between Mac mini and iMac?

Go for the 20 iMac.
It's more powerful. Just be sure to load at least 1 gig of ram,
I still have the stock 512, and it aint enough. Get 2 gig if you can.
As for the 256 vRAM, it wouldn't really matter. 128 is just as good. You'll only notice the slightesst/miniscule difference in performance if you play games, but other than that, it really isn't much of an issue. But if you want to brag about 256 vram then you should get it for not a huge amount of money.
Good Luck on your decision!
Whichever it would be, it's "apple", so you'd be happy with it.

I have 2012 iMac with 4 GB RAM. Every time I'm importing vedeo using MiniDV HDV Sony camera, FCP X is importing normally, with 2.5 GB of RAM free. Then, after 10 or 15 min of importing, FCP is frozen, and free RAM is close to zero. What happens?

I have 2012 iMac with 4 GB RAM. When I turn FCP X, I usually have 2.5 RAM free and the program works normally when I edit. The issue is importing video. I use a Sony HDV camera to import from miniDV tapes, and Apple says Sony HDVs are supported. Yet every time I'm importing, it works normally for 10-15 min, then the amount of free RAM quickly (yet gradually) is reduced to almost zero (I used Memory Clean to dicover it) and then FCP X got frozen and I need to force quit it and start all over again, to work for another 15 min. Horrible! What is it?

Are using 10.0.7 (the latest version)?
Memory problems seem to have been alleviated with 10.0.6 and 10.0.7.
Please post the screenshots of Activity Monitor, as Tom asked. This will at least let us see if it is FCP X itself gobbling a lot of RAM or if you are suffering from the problem of OS X not releasing "Inactive Memory" in a timely manner - an issue that has been there for a long time :-(
You didn't mention whether you have the 27" or 21.5" iMac. Unfortunately, in the 21.5" adding RAM is a big hassle. But if you have the 27", then seriously consider upping the RAM. It is quite inexpensive, from the likes of Crucial or other reputable third parties.

Best deal for RAM ?

Hi Mac Gurus. It's time to replace my 466SE Clamshell so I'm looking to Buy new MacBook .
As Mac user from '99 I know how important is ram for Mac to work flawlessly. Any idea wich internet store has best deals on MacBook RAM.
Thanks.
Dan.

I recommend OWC also, but for RAM they are a bit higher than others that are known to work.
I use Patriot from New Egg in both my first gen G5 iMac and my BlackBook and I have never had a RAM related error.
G.SKILL is another "known good" brand with many Mac users.

IMac July 2010 and RAM

I intended to buy new iMac for my family computer and playing games (Starcraft II particularly)
I want iMac 27inch with 1GB HD 5750 ATI , and I intended to put extra memory on it.
What brand memory that compatible with new iMac ?
how big RAM do I need to play Starcraft II ?
thanks

Hi,
have a look here http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3918
the 27" iMac has 4 RAM slots from which in the standard configuration 2 are occupied (2 x 2GB modules = 4GB) so that you can easily put 2 more RAM modules in it.
The total amount of useable RAM would be 16GB using 4 x 4GB RAM modules.
Speedwise it is best to use pairs of identical RAM modules to enable the interleaving memory access.
So it's ok to have 2x2GB plus 2x4GB modules in the iMac.
OWC/Macsales or Crucial are reknown supplier of compatible RAM modules for Mac.
The Starcraft II specifications recommend 4GB of RAM http://us.blizzard.com/support/article.xml?articleId=26242&locale=en_US
Regards
Stefan

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