Maximum Upgrade of RAM possible

Hello,
I'm a very satisfied owner of a MacBook Pro 4.1; 15"; 2.6 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo; 800 MHz; but recently I've been running Adobe CS5 programs and my RAM is not supporting me anymore.
I'd like to boost my RAM up but I don't know how much RAM is it possible to install and what would happen if I overload it.
I'm runnin OS X 10.6.4, it should have turned my machine into a 64-bit, didn't it? Therefore I should be able to install, let's say, 8GB+8GB, am I right?

Hi Marco: Your model of macBook Pro can use up to 6gB of PC2-5300 667mHz RAM. The maximum RAM is a function of the hardware, not the installed OS.
Hope this helps
Stedman

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No, the video card cannot be exchanged - you have a pretty decent GPU there; not sure why you'd want to switch it out. You can upgrade the RAM to a maximum of 16GBs. Apple recommends upgrading in matching pairs, so I don't really think I'd try 4GB and 8GB stick.
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You can add 8 gb stick to yours 4 gb (be sure you have one stick installed). Or replace 4 gb witth 2x8 gb. At your choice.
Of course, memory type should be the same you have if you'll decide to add one 8 gb stick - pc3-12800 1600 mhz. Do not chase for pc3-15000 memory, gain is minimal.
Also x230(t) specification says laptop supports normal voltage memory (1.5v). Actually x230 supports low voltage 1.35v memory too.
It's not recommended to mix sticks with different voltage and timings. Usually it's the last symbols within the p/n string, CL9 or CL10. Look for details at any diagnostic tool.
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HT1338 how much is the mac mini A1347,i7,4GB RAM,1TB hard drive ?? and wat maximum upgrading for the ram ? thannks :D

how much is the mac mini A1347,i7,4GB RAM,1TB hard drive ?? and wat maximum upgrading for the ram ? thannks

go to Apples website and look. That's what anyone else here would do.

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Sorry, read the post as with retina.
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http://www.everymac.com
The link you posted is compatible RAM and from a reputable company. I bought my 2 X 8 GB modules from crucial when I upgraded my MBP RAM to 16 GB.
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Since yesterday i keep getting a screen which says my Program memory is low. and it keeps pausing the programs which are currently open.
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Disc Date:
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Number of memory slots
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Base memory
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- 2 GB or 4 GB
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