RAM for iBook

Hello, I have a question about RAM for my iBook (1.42 GHz). I would like to upgrade the RAM from the factory installed 512 mb. I can get another 512 mb for $100, and 1 GB for just under $300. Will the improved performance of the extra memory be worth the extra money?

The RAM at Future Shop is Kingston 512 mb, 200 pin, PC2700 SO-DIMM DDR. The Apple site has PC 2700, DDR 333, 200 pin, 1.25 inch SDRAM, SO-DIMM.
Not sure if these are the same thing or not. I'm not convinced that the people at Future Shop know very much about any Apple product, although they are an authorized re-seller. Maybe this won't be as easy as I thought....
Will there be much difference having 1 GB total RAM versus 1.5 GB total RAM?

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Maximum installable ram for ibook g4 800mhz?

i get conflicting answers...can i install 1g of ram into this thing?

According to this link in the iBook G4 developer note, the iBook G4 800 MHz has a single RAM slot that can accept a 512 MB SO-DIMM for a total RAM of 640 MB.
Crucial.com and 18004Memory.com seem to agree that 640 MB is the maximum memory for that iBook.
The information in KB 302333, iBook memory (RAM) guide is confusing. I would be willing to bet that the writer of that article made a mistake.
However... if you want to experiment, you could purchase a 1 GB module and try it out. Trying it shouldn't hurt the RAM or the iBook. The iBook either will or won't recognize the additional RAM. If you do try this, please report back with the results.

Re: Max RAM for iBook G4

hello,
I am trying to find out the answer to the same question i.e. how much RAM can I add, and what do I ask for when buying RAM. also, can I buy from 3rd party vendors? If yes, which vendor/model# to ask for? I think apple stores will only provide upgrades for current models and not the one I bought in 2005.
another q: what applications will adding ram enable me to use -that are not usable otherwise?
specs of my ibook are given below. I saw memory configuration, it says 512MB built in, and 1 DIMM slot empty.
thanks
-kamal
Machine Name: iBook G4
Machine Model: PowerBook6,7
CPU Type: PowerPC G4 (1.2)
Number Of CPUs: 1
CPU Speed: 1.33 GHz
L2 Cache (per CPU): 512 KB
Memory: 512 MB
Bus Speed: 133 MHz
Boot ROM Version: 4.9.3f0
Serial Number: 4H5***SE7
Sudden Motion Sensor:
State: Enabled
Version: 1.0
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iBook G4 (Mid 2005) -- info from mactracker: http://mactracker.ca
Logicboard RAM: 512MB (not removable)
Maximum RAM: 1.5GB (by adding one 1024MB chip)
1 - PC2700 DDR333 200-pin SO-DIMM
Places like Other World Computing, crucial.com and OEMPCworld
have compatible RAM. My iBook G4 1.33, 12" mid-2005 portable
has one from OEMPC and it is a Samsung Apple certified part. I
got mine after purchasing the computer, through the mail. It works.
The same part is compatible with the iMac G4 last model 1.25 17/20.
Hopefully this helps!
edited.

RAM for iBook G4 (early 2004) - PC2100 or PC2700??

Hi,
i want to add 1GB RAM in my iBook G4 (early 2004) 1.2GHz 14''.
Which i found out can handle PC2100 (and is PC2700 compatible) according to this doc.
Which one you recommend, PC2100 or PC2700? Any diference?
So can i buy any RAM with the following specification?
1GB RAM PC2700 (or PC2100) - DDR 333 SO-DIMM - 200pin
thanks in advance
iBook G4 1.2GHz 14'' (early 2004) Mac OS X (10.4.8) 256RAM - 60 GB

Hi,
Welcome to the Discussions.
Both will work. There's no advantage to using PC2700 as it will run at PC2100 speed. Go with the least expensive of the two.
John

Where to get cheaper ram for my ibook g3?

Hello,
is apple the only place where I can get new ram for my ibook g3? Checked their store, 512 ram costs 150 usd. That is expensive enough.
Thanks in advance.
imac g5 (isight) 20", ibook G3 (white) Mac OS X (10.4.3) airport extreme base station

Check out RAMSeeker.com. They will compare different RAM vendors' prices to help you get the best price.
Be sure to buy from a firm that gives you a lifetime warranty on the RAM you buy. While RAM doesn't fail very often, it can happen. Enough vendors give a lifetime warranty that you should not settle for one that doesn't. I would recommend paying a few dollars more if necessary to get the lifetime warranty.

RAM replacement for Ibook Clamshell

Hi,
I have just bought an Ibook G3 clamshell (300mhz) for my boyfriend.
After having updated from OS9 to OS10.3, I find myself with no memory left to install other programs.
I know how to replace the ram for this model but I'm not sure what model or what capacity to choose as different websites contradict themselves.
Does anyone around here know?
Thanks in advance!

Hi, and welcome to Apple Support Communities.
What is the hard drive capacity, and how much space remains available on it?
Do you have the original system CDs that came with the iBook when it was new?
They would include Mac OS 8.6.
http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/ibook/stats/ibook.html
You didn't say anything about having updated the firmware on the iBook, and that needs to be done before upgrading to Mac OS X. You have to do the firmware update from Mac OS 9.1 installed on the computer's hard drive.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1395?viewlocale=en_US
(Maybe a previous owner updated the firmware.)
With sufficient hard drive space and Mac OS X 10.3.9, you should be able to use Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microsoft_Office_2004_for_Mac#System_requirements
Replacing the hard drive is not an easy thing to do:
http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iBook-G3-Clamshell-Hard-Drive-Replacement/116/1

Adding more RAM to iBook

How do I add more RAM to an iBook?

cowboyjunction, Welcome to the discussion area!
Basically the RAM goes under the keyboard. The exact instructions depend on the exact iBook G4 you have.
Apple do-it-yourself instructions for iBook G4 and iBook G4 (Early 2004) models.
Apple do-it-yourself instructions for iBook G4 (Late 2004).
Direct PDF link to Apple do-it-yourself instructions for iBook G4 (Mid 2005).
iFixit iBook Repair guides

Front Row For iBook G4?

Does anyone know if it's possible to put front row on an iBook G4 and be able to use the remote?

Front Row is included for all Macs if you install Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard). Note that Mac OS X 10.5 requires an 867MHz or faster G4 processor. It's possible, if you have the first model iBook G4, that you only have an 800MHz processor. If that's the case, then Leopard is not compatible with your iBook. But, if you have any other newer model iBook, you should be fine. I would be sure to max our your RAM for the best performance.
Since your iBook doesn't have an IR receiver, you'd have to buy a third party remote control. The Keyspan RF Remote for Front Row is specifically designed for use with Front Row. It's "radio" frequency rather than infrared so you don't need any line of sight between the remote and the computer. But, it does have a USB dongle.
-Doug

How do you evaluate RAM for quality?

I am ready to buy my new RAM for my PM G5, but was shocked at the cost of it from Apple. How do I properly evaluate it for quality?
Crucial (a company generally well regarded) offers a 1GB kit (2 X 512) for $99.
http://www.crucial.com/store/partspecs.aspx?imodule=CT2KIT6464Z40B
Apple offers the same for $200.
http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?nclm=3F F74859
Both offer comparable guarantees.
What could make the Apple memory worth twice the cost? Is it silly to spend that much extra money when a decent company (Crucial) is selling it at 1/2 price?
Thank you very much for your feedback.
Dual 2Ghz G5, ATI Radeon 9800Pro, 23" HD Display Mac OS X (10.4.8)

Hi,
I am using several Macs (my own, starting from G3, G4, G5 and 2x iBooks) from a few years. I bought any additional RAM or Hard Disk from Apple. Why? I don't see any sense of buying those parts, because Apple doesn't manufacture them, in fact. So, I will not overpay.
For example, for my iBook I bought 512 MB RAM in a ordinary PC's shop. What's more! - in a part settlement I gave them back the mine 128 MB which I unmount from my iBook. So, I payed really small amount.
In my present G5, I have Kingston's 2x1 GB, and PQi 2x1 GB, which I bought in a company who sells Mac's and many other equipment and parts not only for Mac's. I bought them not in the same time, but everytime paying less than in Apple. Everything work fine, so iBook too.
Now I am thinking about adding to my G5 2x2 GB RAM more up to 8.5 GB.
I found in OWC really good price 435USD for 4GB and 209USD for 2x1GB plus shipping costs about 45 USD (to my country-Poland).
For me this is very attractive price, because in my country I would have to pay a lot more - 332 USD for 2x1 GB and 550 USD for 2x2GB (even not in Apple Store).
So, here is the conclusion - I am not rying to tell you that it is stupid to pay more than 2 times more - its your money and you can pay as much as you want, but with Hard Disks and RAM I think it has no sense.
Marek.

512MB vs 768MB RAM for Internet Browsing

I've got a new (closeout) 1Ghz iBook w/ the standard 256MB RAM soldered in. I have one free RAM slot. It will be running 10.4. Usually my motto is the more RAM the better, but I'm not so sure in this instance:
This iBook is SOLELY going to be used as an Internet terminal and nothing more. (I have a PM and PB for my main computing needs).
A 256MB stick of RAM (which will give me 512MB RAM total) is $23 shipped. A 512MB stick is $56. I'd really like to put as little $ in this machine as possible given its limited purpose, so I'm wondering if I'll actually see any benefit from the extra 256MB RAM that a 512MB stick would give me. Any opinions on this?

No. The only RAM your iBook can handle is PC2100/2700 DDR SO-DIMMs. A regular DIMM will not fit. DDR2 RAM will not work.
Additionally, iBook RAM must be unbuffered, non-ECC, 2.5v., CAS 2.5 or better.

Benefits of more RAM for Tiger?

I have recently ordered an extra 512mb of RAM for my iBook G4, 1.33ghz with 256mb RAM built in (iLife 05). I wanted to know where and in what ways I would see performance increases;
- in the general running of Tiger overall
- in using the following apps:
-----iPhoto (currently extremely slow...with 500 photos in the library)
-----iTunes
-----GarageBand
-----Photoshop
-----Quicktime
Many thanks guys, just so I can know what to expect.
Regards,
Adam

Hello Adam.
I can't provide you exactly what you can expect to see in performance increases but the following links should be helpful.
Problems from Insufficient RAM and Free Hard Disk Space and Tuning Mac OS X Performance.

Upgrading from 1GB ram to 1.5GB ram in iBook 14" G4

I have heard many stories about problems with putting the maximum of 1.5 GB ram in the 1.42Ghz 14" iBook.
My ibook is brand new, i got it early January.
I was wondering if the more experience Mac users (preferably ones who own 14inch G4s) would recommend doing this. Or if i should just stick to my 1 GB ram for safe measures.
thank you

You can check to see if you need more RAM. Restart your computer then open the Activity Monitor in your /Applications/Utilities folder. Click on the "System Memory" tab and check your page outs. After a restart, they should be set to zero. Check a couple of times a day during regular use of your computer. When your iBook starts to use your hard drive as "virtual memory", because you've run out of physical memory (RAM), you will see a page out. If you do not begin to accumulate page outs over time, then you don't need any more RAM. If you only accumulate ten or so, adding more RAM won't really make any noticeable difference. If, however, over time you're accumulating thousands of page outs, then you might consider adding more RAM. You may notice that only one application causes your iBook to page out. You could then make an informed decision about whether or not it's worth it for you to spend the money to add RAM to improve your experience with that one program.
-Doug

I have an Ipad My apple ID and password works for Ibooks and Icloud but when I try to get into the app store it doesn't show my entire email address on the account. When I try to get into the app store it tells me my password is incorrect. How can I corr

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I have iphone 4s and just bought an ebook for ibook, trouble is the font is so tiny I can't read it and the font sizer is not working? Please help!

Hi, I have the iphone 4s and just bought an ebook for ibook, trouble is the font is so tiny I can't read it and the font sizer is not working? Please help!

Hello Glittergirl68,
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
It sounds like the function to reseize the Font in an iBook is not functioning properly.
I recommend a few things here. First close all the apps that are running in the background:
Double-click the Home button.
Swipe left or right until you have located the app you wish to close.
Swipe the app up to close it.
From: iOS: Force an app to close
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5137
When you have done that, restart the phone, and try again.
If the issue persists, I would follow these steps from the article:
iOS: Troubleshooting apps purchased from the App Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1702
2. Check for app updates
You can setup apps to update automatically in Settings > iTunes & App Store, but make sure that your apps are up to date:
Open the App Store and tap Updates. If updates are available, tap Update All.
If prompted, enter your iTunes Store account information. App Store will then download and install the app updates.
Note: Some apps may require a Wi-Fi connection to update.
3. Install another app from the App Store
If none of your user-installed apps will launch, there could be an issue with Apple ID authorization. Download and install an app that isn't already installed on your device to reset this information. You can also remove an app from your iOS device and download it again from the App Store or sync the app from your computer.Note: If you have installed apps using multiple Apple ID accounts, you may need to perform this step for each account.
4. Restart the app
If the issue affects only a single app, try closing just that app.
5. Restart your device
Turn the device off and on.
6. Reinstall the affected app
Remove the app from your device and reinstall it:
Tap and hold any app icon on the Home Screen until the icons start to wiggle and show a small "x" in the top-right corner of the app.
Tap the "x" in the corner of the app you want to delete.
Tap Delete to remove the app and all of its data from your device.
Press the Home button.
Go to the App Store.
Search for the app and then download it again.
All the very best,
Sterling

I have an iPad 2 and used old Apple ID for iBook app; now it wants to upgrade but I have a new Apple ID, how can I make certain I don't lose any data in my iBooks?

I have an iPad 2 and used old Apple ID for iBook app; now it wants to upgrade iBook but it is "stuck" on my old ID, yet I already created a new ID but it won't let me update the App. I have everything backed up on my MacBook so if I delete iBooks on my iPad and retrieve the App under my new ID and then sync with my MacBook, will I still have all of the books, etc.?

Your purchases are tied to your Apple ID. If you bought all of the books with the old ID then AFAIK you will have to continue to use that ID in order to continue to sync those books to the iPad.
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