New Macbook Pro 15 Inch RAM Question

So the new Macbook Pro (Non Retina version) comes with 8GB of RAM in the faster model.  It doesn't give the option to upgrade.  Does it recognize more?  Or is 8GB the limit?

If you go aftermarket then you do so at your own risk. Lots of users buy and install RAM that simply doesn't work then come here to look for solutions. Apple will not provide any support because they stand by their position that the configuration is neither tested nor supported by Apple.
This may be important to know before jumping off. Crucial memory products are no better than any other nor will they honor Apple's warranty. YMMV

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