WOW!!!! Added 1GB ram to Macbook Pro C2D - Now Aperture Flies!!!!!

I now have 2GB or ram in my 2.16Ghz C2D - - Aperture is a lot faster - it's actually a night and day difference on my setup!!! Yay for dual-channel!!!

I wouldn't even consider a laptop. I upgraded from an iMac 17 to a 24 over three years ago and now it seems small c/w the 27.
I use my old 17 when I go on the road as it goes into a padded bag along with the keyboard and mouse and only takes minutes to set up.
You'll get far more bang for your buck with a desktop and it will last you a lot longer. MacBooks are famous for hard drive failure and I wouldn't bother with one until they are fitted with flash drives as standard.
Me, I'm waiting for a 17 inch Airbook to appear.

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Hi,
I have a 2.0 Ghz MacBook Pro with the 512 MB Stock RAM that it came with.
I would like to add 1 Gig of Mac Compatible Corsair or other branded RAM.
Do I have to install matched RAM in this computer ?
Does it matter if the RAM I buy matches the brand of RAM already installed or if it is the same amount ? I am honestly really confused about this.
Ram prices are really low in Canada right now so I want to take advantage of this but at the same time, want to make sure that the $84.00 CDN that I am planning to spend on this extra 1 Gig will make a siginficant or at least noticable difference in my MBP performance.
Thank you for any recommendations or suggestions you may have.
Kallum

KMoorehouse,
First, I'll tell you that all of the Macbook Pros use the same memory: 667MHz DDR2 SODIMMs. And, had I not noticed that you are in Canada, I would have recommended RAM from the same place tat the other poster did. In fact, I will provide two links:
For a 1 GB module
For a 2 GB "kit" (2 X 1 GB)
I purchase all of my RAM from this company, and I have been doing so for several years. I have never had a RAM-related problem, and they provide very good service.
I realize that there may be difficulties for you, being in Canada, and I do not know what those difficulties might be. If you can order from them with no problems, it might be worth it. Give them a call to find out what the ramifications would be ordering from Canada.
Going to 1.5 GBs will provide a world of difference for your MBP, if that is all you can afford. 512 MBs is simply not enough even for just OS X; add an application or two to the mix, and your MBP's performance will be really poor. Even going to 1 GB by adding a second 512 MB DIMM would provide significant benefits, and it would additionally enable Dual-Channel mode. I think that the additional benefit of having 1.5 GBs will be greater, however.
Scott

Adding 16GB Ram to Macbook Pro

I purchased a Macbook Pro and would like to add ram memory. I have recently read that the MacBook Pro 15-inch 2.5GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 is capable of having 16GB of ram added: CNET http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13727_7-20125391-263/add-16gb-ram-to-your-macbook-p ro/?tag=mncol;1n
Has anyone done this and what is Apples support policy?

Maximum Memory
16 GB (Actual) 8 GB (Apple)
Memory Slots
2 - 204-pin PC-10600 (1333 MHz) DDR3 SO-DIMM
Many have done it. It is a permitted user upgrade. It does not void the warranty, although if you damage the computer in the process of installing the RAM that damage will not be covered under the warranty.

Adding more RAM to Macbook Pro mid-2012

Hi!
I have a question about adding more RAM to my mid-2012 MacBook Pro (without Retina). I've been doing some video editing with Final Cut, and I'm using quite many apps on the daily basis. I have the standard configuration with 4GB of RAM (2x 2GB) but I guess I should upgrade it, shouldn't I?
I had that idea in mind: buying extra 8GB RAM instead of one 2GB, so I'll end up with 10GB of RAM. If it won't be enough and I'll have some extra money, I will add another 8GB instead of 2GB, so I'll have 16GB.
First question - is it worth it?
Second question - can I add any RAMs supported by Macs? For example I'll leave one 2GB that I have already, and add 8GB made by, let's say, Kingston (I guess they are supported and they have good price in my country). Will this work fine? Does it make sense?

Jerroslaw,
since you’re running Mavericks, open up Activity Monitor while you’ve got your usual selection of apps running, select its Memory tab, and look at the Swap Used setting in the lower left. If it’s displaying “0 bytes” as the amount of swap used, then extra RAM won’t make a difference. Otherwise, to answer your first question, whether it’s worth it or not depends upon how frustrated you are running your usual selection of apps with 4 GB of RAM. It might be that the cost of replacement RAM modules outweighs your level of frustration — only you can make that determination of worth. I would recommend that if you do choose to purchase replacement RAM, that you get a pair of matching modules — either 2 × 4 GB = 8 GB, or 2 × 8 GB = 16 GB, to replace the pair that is currently installed.
For your second question, you don’t have to use Apple-brand RAM, but you do have to use RAM with the same characteristics as your factory-installed RAM uses. Any worthwhile purveyor of RAM for Macs will let you easily locate modules that are compatible with your Mid 2012 MacBook Pro.

Adding more RAM to MacBook Pro Help!

Dear Apple Support Community,
Ok so first of all don't tell me to go search for older discussions >:(
Here are my system specs:
MacBook Pro 15", Mid 2010
Processor - 2.66 GHz Intel Core i7
Memory    - 4GB 1067 MHz DDR3
Graphics   - NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M 512 MB
Software   - OS X 10.8.5 Mountain Lion
I was going to buy some extra RAM and boost up my computer to about 16 GB total because my computer is running a bit sluggish lately when I'm running several apps at once (such as pages, keynote, chrome, steam, itunes...) but now that I've seen a few videos online and some reviews on amazon, I'm not completely sure which RAM is the one that will not screw up my computer. I saw a video on 'UnboxTherapy's Channel' where he said something about the timing of the RAM which is in the format like 9-9-9-24 or something, as well as some review saying something about the computer not working at all thanks to the RAM because the computers didn't match..
Please help me find a 16GB RAM that will work on my computer (please try and keep the websites amazon if possible, I live in japan :/)
and please explain to me what the RAM timings mean and how to figure out my timing...
Thank you for reading

Hi leroy,
Thanks for the quick reply!
I checked the Crucial site, and apparently my Macbook Pro can only upgrade until 8GB...
Is there any way to upgrade to 16GB without any trouble?
Also, if I upgrade to 8GB, will I see any difference? Some users say that you won't see much change between 4GB and 8GB of RAM... Is this true?
Thanks!

Re: Adding more RAM to Macbook Pro mid-2012

Hi,
I am in the same situation as Jerroslaw, but in my case my "swap" says "0 bytes". what would be the best idea to increase my RAM?
sorry for my lack of knowledge in this area..

Ah! You're running CAD software! Yes, you could surely benefit with a RAM upgrade. To me, 8GB of RAM is the 'sweet spot' for RAM on any Mac - you can upgrade the RAM to either 8GB or 16GB (the maximum).
Around here we tend to recommend Crucial and OWC RAM - it simply works with no problems with MacBook Pros where cheaper, 'value' RAM has trouble more likely than not. Visit the Crucial website and click on the System Scanner tab and download the small app. Unzip and run it and you'll be taken to the Crucial site with the exact upgrade options for your particular model. The exact specification for your machine are 204-pin PC-10600 (1333 MHz) DDR3 SO-DIMMs. You can also check OWC - I just prefer Crucial because it's usually less expensive than OWC and it's what I run in my machine.
Visit both sites and check out their offerings...
Clinton

Adding more RAM to Macbook Pro

I'm currently using a MacBook Pro 13" Mid 2012 model.
At the moment, it has 4GB of RAM and I would like to upgrade it to 8GB of RAM. I will soon purchase DDR3 8GB of RAM and install it myself, however I have a little query, will 8GB of RAM drain my MacBook Pro battery life quicker? I wanted to have a stronger and faster computer.
Thanks for your support,
IxE TeMpTeD

Welcome to the Apple Support Communities
A faster computer consumes more energy than a slower computer. The battery life will be similar or the same when you install more memory, but of course, it will be less when you open more apps than the ones you had opened with 4 GB of memory, because 8 GB of memory allows you to open more heavy apps at the same time, consuming energy

RAM for Late 2006 Macbook Pro C2D?

Can anyone tell me what kind of RAM i would need to order for my machine? Macbook Pro, C2D, 2.16 ghz, 15.4"
I've been having bad luck with crucial.com in getting either bad or incorrect batches of RAM to the point where two batches that came in wouldn't even allow the computer to turn on, and the one RAM that did allow the computer to turn on freezes the machine constantly. It's extremely frustrating.
Orginally my machine had 1 GB of RAM, I have attempted to upgrade to 2GB x 2, so 4 GB's of RAM total.
I was on newegg shopping for RAM, as suggested by a apple genius bar employee, but I'm not sure which RAM to get. Are there any differences in these? Please see attached image.

Welcome Mark!
The 2.16G C2D can access only a maximum of about 3.2G RAM, but installing 2 two 2G modules usually works. For easily a decade, I have purchased all my Mac RAM from two Mac-savvy online vendors and have always received the proper RAM. Here are their links to RAM for your computer:
Other World Computing:
http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/memory/MacBook/Pro/Core2/
Data Memory Systems:
Apple MacBook Pro 2.16GHz Intel Core 2 Duo 15.4" Screen(200 Pin PC2-5300 DDR2 SODIMMs)
We're a little handicapped here by not knowing your location. The links I posted are for US-baaed vendors. The first one ships internationally; the second only to certain countries.
Please consider editing your profile to include your approximate geographic location. That will make it easier for the community to help you.

Macbook Pro C2D HD 5400rpm. How many audio tracks?

I'm looking to move from my Ti 1Ghz G4 to a newer Macbook Pro C2D, and i've a question about using the internal HD on the MBP.
On my old TiBook, ive popped in a 100GB 7200rpm drive, and from this i've been able to acheive around 44 to 46 stereo tracks (playback only) before i get "disk too slow errors" (the drive had around 55GB used)
Does anyone know the max number of audio tracks that can be streamed off an internal 160GB 5400rpm in a MBP C2D?
Anyone able to run a quick test for me please?
Powerbook Ti 1Ghz Mac OS X (10.4.8) 1GB ram, 100GB 7200rpm HD

whoa he came down hard on you there...
ok i have a macbook, not pro, didn't need the little extra u get more for a lot more money if you buy pro, not worth it to me... i run my sessions on the internal 5400rpm. keep everything in the lappy, samples and all, have her juiced up 2g's of ram and let me tell ya i haven't had any speed issues at all. i have all of logics performance tweaks set to blazing (128, live playback only) and it's comparable to my G5 tower. These Intel chips are no joke. If you have room in your go bag for the external HD take it with you cuz it'll even run sweeter. i'm seriously thinking of getting rid of the old tower and getting another lappy, but no i'll prob just get another macbook, for a grand it ain't bad at all, throw in the apple care, max out the ram and presto you've got all your gonna need from a computer-any application

How Necessary is PRAM battery on MacBook Pro (c2d intel 2.13, model a1211)

Hello Everyone, I stupidly broke the socket/clip where the pram battery attaches to the logic board on my Macbook Pro (c2d Intel 2.13). Unfortunately, since the socket/clip is a surface mount component and the way it broke (I don't see solder pads) I'm unable to re-solder the clip back on to the motherboard. Here's a picture of what I'm talking about (borrowed from someone else who apparently did the same thing): http://yfrog.com/6ximg0870nj
My first question is if anyone knows how vital the pram battery is to a Intel Macbook? It seems that the laptop works fine without the pram battery. Is the battery only necessary to retain pram settings if the main laptop battery is removed and the power adapter disconnected?
Second question is whether there is any alternative to repair the logic board other than get an entirely new board? The laptop is recently out of warranty (Applecare expired earlier this year) and I don't believe that Apple would have covered this since I caused the damage myself.
Third question(s) is whether it would cause any problems to use the logic board out of a c2d 2.33 a1211 macbook pro (I can get my hands on one for a pretty reasonable price)? The only difference I can see between the two boards is the clock speed of the main processor and the amount of video ram. Would there be any advantage to using this logic board? Doesn't seem like the speed bump and video ram would do to much.
Thanks in advance for any comments/help you can offer.

Much obliged. So it sounds like the only time this will be an issue is if I disconnect the regular battery and the power supply at the same time. The rational thing to do here is to just live with it rather than blowing hundreds on the new logic board and risking additional damage during replacement.
I just wish I wasn't so OCD about this. Bothers me a bit to know that something is wrong with the laptop even if it doesn't manifest itself on a day to day basis.

Macbook Pro C2D is beeping, scratching, and cursor is freezeing

I am having the same problem as others with regards an irregualar faint beep coming from the left side of my MBP C2D that I just purchased. In addition, I notice my cursor freezing up for a fraction of a second from time to time. Also, there is unusual hard drive movement at times causing a scratching sound. Strange stuff, and I can't seem to get an answer from Apple as to what this is, (especially in light of all these postings regarding the same isssues). Was wondering if anyone has been able to get any kind of answer to these issues???
Macbook Pro C2D Mac OS X (10.4.8) What the __ is this?

Bump. Anyone have any ideas on this?
I "shut it off" last night, but when I turned it on again tomorrow, it turned out it didn't quite shut down?
It booted to the grey log-in screen, basically.
I've also come to the realisation that my charger isn't registered (the LED isn't orange/green like it usually is), and I can't get a "battery status" (I'm sure it has another name, I just don't know what it is) when I click on the little button on the left hand side of the laptop. Usually, it would show green dots/LEDS to tell me how far along it's charged, but now I get nothing.
I get the distinct feeling something's up with my battery, and maybe my RAM (because of the repeated triple beep after shutting down last night).

MAXIMUM RAM for MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo Mid 2010

What is the MAXIMUM RAM for MacBook Pro, 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, Mid 2010 - 24MC374LL/A, running OS X 10.8.2 (12C60)?
I tried to search for this but was unable to find anything.
Apple Specs say 8GB, but I was just told by someone I THINK would know, that you can actually go up to 16GB.
This would be an enormous improvement to my workflow if true.
Anyone out there know for certain?
Making sure before I buy (or NOT!)
Thanks.
Jerry G

I just found this post and I realize this is a late response but maybe it will help others.
Based on recent circumstances I just happened to have two 8GB DDR3 modules collecting dust. Having an old trusty MacMini as my media center, server among other things and whatnot, I was curious if I could bump this little thing to 16GB. In doing so I found this post and verified with OWC.
End result:
Booted with no issues, and is running nice and smooth. Should be noted that just adding 16GB of RAM to a Core 2 Duo will not make the machine lightning fast or become some amazing computing platform. It will just make the box run a bit quicker and give you the ability to have more applications open before you begin to note some lag.
However this is really nice to see:

Installing 8GB ram on MacBook Pro (Mid 2010)

Hi, I have bought 8GB(2*4GB) ram to install on my macbook pro, when I install both I get a black screen but when installing one or the other with one of the original ram they both work. What can I do to fix this problem??

Topher Kessler California
Re: Installing 8GB ram on MacBook Pro (Mid 2010)
Jun 1, 2013 8:00 AM (in response to emiliosh)
When you install RAM, reboot your computer with the "D" key held down (or the Option-D keys). These will load the Apple Hardware Tests.
With these tests open, check the box for the extended memory test, and then start the test. This will have the system thoroughly test the RAM for errors.
In your case, it appears you may have a bad set of RAM modules, but you can check them using the method above.
When you have them paired with your original RAM, how much memory does the system report as being available when you select About This Mac in the Apple menu? If you are using Lion or Mountain Lion, then in this panel click "More Info" and then select the "Memory" section, and see what the system reports as being installed.
Is this RAM test necessay with every upgrade of memory or just if you have problems after the upgrade
Thanks

Should I buy a macbook air wid i7 and 8gb ram or macbook pro with 2.4ghz i5 and 8gb ram

Hii.i am planning 2 buy a macbook and i am confused between pro and air so should I buy a macbook air wid i7 and 8gb ram or macbook pro with 2.4ghz i5 and 8gb ram..I want it to be fast and my use is onli web surfing , word & excel, watching movies and loading photos....plss help its urgent

I have a 2 year old Air with 1.8 GHz i5 4 GB that is more than adequate and extremely fast for the uses you describe.
Is battery life a factor in your decision? If so, knowing that may help someone else give you some more input.

Macbook pro c2d whine?

hi i recently got a new macbook pro c2d the 2.16 ghz version. anyway it ben about a week now and iv noticed a slight whine coming from one side of the machine (right side) and the other is normal. is this ok or should i take it to be serviced i also hear the left fan alot more than the right and it makes the most noise. i notice the whine when i put my ear up to the speaker and theres also a rattle that sometimes is there but this is only when i lift the machine up and position it certain ways. anyway my question is can the develop to become worse or is it ok the way it is. thanks for any help you can provide.
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