Macook RAM 4 gigs

Hi
Posted previously about installing 2 x 2 gig RAM modules in to Macbook with Intel core2 duo.
Opinion seems to be it would be able to use 3gig of the 4 gig RAM.
I have two modules of 2gig 200 pin SODIMM 256MX64 DDR PC2-5300
Before I bust open the packet has anyone actually got this to work?
I am having a wobble here..............

JP Ellery wrote:
But, does anybody have a reasonable answer to why would Apple underestimate a machine stating that it supports up to 2 when it really supports up to 3GB?
My guess is that the MacBook can't address the full 4 GB that it needs for enhanced graphics that they lowered the spec to 2 GB. Which is the largest amount that the MacBook can access the full amount of RAM and have a matched pair.
Another thing I'd like to ask. Is there any danger in using more memory than Apple says? Is the motherboard ready for this?
No one that has done this has been back on the boards and stated there were problems.
Using more memory than indicated by Apple may void my warranty and Apple Care?
It shouldn't because it is no different than putting ram in your just using more. If your concerned don't do it.

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long time no speak
Question:
Will the new Intel "Conroe" chip in the upcoming Mac towers support more than 4 gig of RAM?
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thanks for the reply Kappy,
yes they have heat sinks and ramjet states they are "apple grade"
i downloaded the istat widget (not sure how accurate that is) and it says the apple sticks on A run at 32 degrees and the ones on B run at 31 degrees
the comp is practically brand new and when i opened it for the ram install it still looked brand new (no dust) its only a few weeks old.
I am going to return the sticks for sure to be safe but where im lost is.... yes it did show ecc error once, never again, its been a week now still no ecc error. I ran tech tool deluxe and everything passes, i ran "Rember memory test" and it passes, system profiler registers all 4 gigs and shows status as ok, computer acts totally normal? but the apple hardware test fails i guess im lost to why the comp says the ram is ok nd passes most tests just not the AHT test.
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David
O and I forgot to mention i called applecare again and requested a different agent to help me and he said Ecc stands for error correcting? so if it came up once and not again it did what it was suppose to do... corrected itself (now that sounds like more b.s to me but i have no idea about computer stuff )
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hi...
i had 2 gigs of DDR2 ram, one gig for each DIMM slot, one of the mem sticks turned out bad, indicated by the hardware test and the fact that i would get kernel panic everytime i start the macbook... so i took the memstick out and now im with 1 gig ram on only the second DIMM slot, the first one is empty....
the problem is that often applications would crash out of nowhere for no apparent reason, ive checked how much free ram of the 1 gig i have, and i have plenty of free, even though running out of ram only decreases performance, not cause crashes...
so is it possible that apps will crash often, and once in a while OS X will lock up for no reason because im dont have mirror RAM on each DIMM aka, i have only one ram stick into the macbook...
PS: ive tried switching the RAM stick to DIMM slot 1, leaving DIMM 2 empty, that didnt fix anything either...

Well I emailed MSI tonight to see if they have any suggestions. I contacted Mwave and they stated that the memory is probably bad and they suggested I send it back to them for testing. Well I will be out of my pc for a week or so and if they deem the memory is good they will just send it back to me. Of course I will be responsible for shipping both ways......
I will post up when MSI responds for anyone interested. Since it is more than just one brand of memory, I would assume it is probably not the memory but I could be wrong.
ttreaders, thanks for the heads up. I followed the user guide when installing the memory to make sure I was using the right slots. The matrix in the user guide states: DDR400 single sticks of double sided ram should go in dim1. But then again who's to say that it isnt a misprint in the user guide?
Thanks for the responses everyone.
Steven

Program or Utility for freeing up RAM?

I'm pushing my iMac to the limit. I've maxed out the RAM (3 gig) and am using Logic Pro. Things are mostly fine, but every now and then I have to reboot to free up the RAM. It occured to me that perhaps there are good programs or utilities that could free up RAM without having to reboot. Anyone familiar with any such thing/could recommend one? thanks!

This may work for you.
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P-RAM Reset

Hi Gang
Recently I reformatted a new system drive using Tiger 10.4.11 for my G5 Dual Core 2.0. Everything went well with the process. I've got plenty of RAM (8 Gigs), plenty of external storage, and I'm use Final Cut Studio 6.
Lately I've been getting the 'Beach Ball' indiscriminately; with no noticeable clues, except that I understand this could be symptomatic of IO Errors with regard to a new System Drive placed in a Tower that originally had another system drive.
The new drive does not have any known issues, it's is a 640GB WDGWD6400AAKS Caviar SE16 (bought it from OWC). http://eshop.macsales.com/item/Western%20Digital/WD6400AAKS/
I tried to do a P-RAM Reset in order to clear cache and refresh the system;
Command Key (plus) Option Key
Plus P & R Keys
I was under the impression that I would hear 3 Chimes, however I got the little wrist watch timer and a system drive Icon and Identifier, and a forward arrow (to the right). Maybe because I have 2nd internal storage drive?
I waited for a 1 minute or longer - no chimes
The system rebooted, but I don't know if the cache was successfully cleared, and apparently I still get the darn Beach Ball.
Please note, (whether it matters), I had to actually put this new drive in another G5 tower in order to get the Apple Black OS X Disc to initiate the install. I already thoroughly covered this issue with plenty of help here.
Any other ideas on the P-RAM Reset?
Thanx
Mike

I was sure that I read at one time that 4-5 PRAM Resets in a row would also Reset NVRAM, but all I find now is Wars about to be started on suggesting Multiple PRAM Resets.
http://www.macosxhints.com/article.php?story=20090918061501434
Have you tried NVRAM Reset?
Resetting NVRAM in Open Firmware
If your computer is Open Firmware-based (Power PC) and you are unable to reset NVRAM as described above, you may alternatively reset the NVRAM and Open Firmware settings using the steps in the Solution section of Message “To continue booting, type 'mac-boot' and press return”.
In some cases, an Open Firmware-based computer may not respond to the keyboard commands noted above, and may not allow starting up into Open Firmware by pressing and holding the Command, Option, O, and F keys during startup. If you are unable to get to an Open Firmware prompt (and your computer supports doing so), try powering on the computer with the power button held down continuously—as if you were doing a firmware update. This should force the computer into Open Firmware, allowing the steps in the article noted above to be used.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1379

Ram and HD info for Pismo

Hi,
Looking to upgrade my Pismo. I loaded osx tiger on with no problem. But my 6G HD won't cut it anymore. So I'd like to buy a new HD and max out the ram to 512. Question: Is there a resourse to find out which ramm sticks and HD's are compatible with this machine. I currently have a 64 sdram pc100 3225 and a 128 sdram pc100 2225 installed, but I've heard elsewhere that pc133's will work. Maybe there are others?
Not looking to dump a ton of cash into this older machine, but if I could upgrade for $100 or so bucks it seems like it would be worthwhile. Or am I crazy.
Any resources would be appreciated.
Thank you!
mark

I'm interested in this HD topic. I am wanting to upgrade my Pismo from the 12 gig HD it has in it, but want to make sure of one thing: Are the ATA 6 hard drives compatible? I'm asking because a guy at work said he read that ATA 6 is not compatible with the Pismo. You don't make any reference to that issue (and I don't even know what it means, really), so I assume any of these 2.5 inch HDs will work. I'm looking for an 80 gig, I guess. Those seem to be the most affordable for the largest amount of storage to me (at least for the $$ I have).
A second issue: This Pismo has 384 mb RAM and I'm running OS X 10.3.9. If I upgrade to Tiger, how will that RAM serve me or limit me? I've had this computer for a little over two years, and it has been great, although it seems to run slower lately, especially if I call up iPhoto. I've got just over 1,000 pix in there now, and I'm think I'm overwhelming the computer.
A third issue: This computer does not have a CD-RW on it. I'm contemplating that upgrade as well. Any thoughts on the best buy/most compatible CD-RW for the Pismo? There's probably not a wide range of options.
I've only popped the hood on this once, and that was to install the Airport card back when I bought it.
Thanks for helping me with these issues. I love my Powerbook!
Powerbook G3 Pismo Mac OS X (10.3.9) 384 mb RAM/12 gig HD

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