Mac specs by capability actual maximum ram macbook models. Testing conducted by apple in april 2020 using preproduction 1. You can replace a faulty hard drive or just get a new one with a higher capacity. The actual maximum ram of each macbook pro is listed below along with its compatible ram type, default amount of ram preinstalled, common identifiers suitable to identify a macbook pro in order to determine its ram capacity, and more if you are not sure which macbook pro you have, and the model identifier and emc number. If you have a 2010 macbook pro core2duo, then you are in luck and you can upgrade to 16gb ram. Macbook pro glossy ma601ll macbookpro1,1 a1150 2101. Macbook pro 2006 ram hi i was wondering what kind and how much ram would cost for the original 2006 macbook pro computer. Ram upgrades overview apple macbook pro intel core duo. Computer memory, ram, dell, inspiron, apple, mac memory upgrades.
Owc 2gb 1gb x 2 ddr2 pc25300 667mhz 200 pin ram memory 2 x 1. Definitely portable enough to be convenient, but best to plug it in for the majority of the time. Owc maxram memory certification max out your mac ram. The macbook is built with the intelbased processor. Hard drive capacity was increased, although video card. The macbook pro is developed to suit the more power hungry individuals and allows its owners to do complex work on the go. Easily upgrade the ram of any nonretina macbook pro up to 16gb for select. Is the 2 gb maximum ram capacity for the macbook pro core. We then urge you to follow the videos or the apple manual provided on the links below. Macbook pro what determines maximum hard drive size feb 12, 2009. Dimms with heatsinks are not supported and may damage the dimm mechanism.
Memory upgrades for early 2006 macbook pro from owc. Ssd upgrade kits for macbook pro 20062008 ram, ssd flash. Guaranteed compatibility and fast shipping from the local aussie upgrade experts. Learn how to remove or install memory in your macbook pro notebook. The macbook pro core duo does not support more than 2 gb of total ram.
Mac specs by capability actual maximum ram macbook pro models. There is a lively discussion in an apple forum that it can support 16gb 2x8gb ddr3 now, due to a recent efi firmware update. Find low everyday prices and buy online for delivery or instore pickup. Macram is australias only dedicated mac memory and mac ram store. Affordable high quality guaranteed compatible with mac. Upgrading the ram of the apple 15 macbook pro early 2008 model is very easy.
How do i find out what exactly my mbp has for specs. Apple today announced a new inch macbook pro with a more reliable magic keyboard, faster 10thgeneration intel processor options, up to 80 percent faster graphics performance, up. The macbook pro is apples high end line of laptop computers geared toward professionals. Macbook pro core duo 2006 model memory ram macbookpro1,1.
The first core 2 duo machines introduced in october 2006 can support up to 3gb of ram by using 1 x 2gb module and 1 x 1gb module. We also have step by step videos of how to install your mac memory. Well, if its a macbookpro3, 1 model, then you can upgrade the ram to its maximum of 6 gb. Macbook pro intel core 2010 macbookpro7,1 seriesby apple more speed with little fuss.
It has two memory sockets and can be upgraded to 24gbs maximum depending on your model. Apple has commented on the decision to limit the new macbook pros ram to a maximum 16gb, informing a customer in an email that offering more would make for a compromised experience. The apple macbook pro went on sale on january 10, 2006. Any mid2010 macbook pro i5 or i7 is limited to a maximum of 8gb ram. I was told it was 16 months old but the specs i have in my. Macbook pro 2016 has a maximum of 16gb ram for better. Its two ram slots originally could handle 1gb ddr2. Mar 29, 2009 help with ram hi, can anyone tell me if i can increase the ram in this macbookpro1, 1 its a 2nd hand model, dont know when it was first purchased and is working like a dream only thing is ram is at 2gb i will probably need a bit more. Apple macbook pro 15inch, early 2006 computer memory ram.
Upgrading the ram of the apple 15 macbook pro midlate 2007, 2. How to know what macbook i have how much ram to put in. Apr 24, 2006 this macbook pro ma092lla features a 2. Is the 2 gb maximum ram capacity for the macbook pro core duo. Actually all the core i5 models around that time 2010 15 and 2011 laptops are having problems with. Macbook pro 1,1 inch, 2006 shop by ram memory ddr4. The actual maximum ram of each nonpro macbook is listed below along with its compatible ram type, default amount of ram preinstalled, common identifiers suitable to identify a macbook in order to determine its ram capacity, and more if you are not sure which macbook you have, and the model identifier and emc number below are. Macbook2,1 firmware displays as 3gb when 4gb is installed macbook pro. It can also run its windows counterpart, windows os xp sp 2 32bit and operating systems as recent as the windows vista 32bit. Upgraded 2009 macbook pro to maximum memorynot much to say for a simple ram upgrade, but i went into the store to pick up a few chips since my laptop. If you want to maximize the amount of sdram in your computer, install a 2 gb sodimm in one slot and a 1gb sodimm in the other. Actual maximum ram of all macbook pro models macs by. Apple refreshed the entire macbook pro line on october 24, 2006, to include intel core 2 duo processors which was the first macbook pro model to be 64 bit.
There are two ram slots that you can fill with 4 gb ram chips for a total of 8 gb. Note that the images from this article are from a 15 inch 38. Aside from the superior macbook pro memory, apple is wellknown as a. The later core 2 duo macbook pros june 2007 and feb 2008 can use 6gb of ram in 1 x 4gb and 1 x 2gb modules. Ma458lla, a1185, ma458ll, ma611lla, 6614618 or 6614231 macbook unibody late 2009mid 2010 polycarbonate models. Owc memory upgrades for macbook pro 2012 late 2016 nonretina.
Ram upgrades overview apple macbook pro intel core 2010. There is a growing trend particularly with apple products of solderedon ram. Notebook ram upgrade macbook pro intel core duo macbookpro1,2 seriesby apple more speed with little fuss. We provide expert advise on the right ram for your mac including imac, macbook pro, mac pro and guarantee that the memory we recommend will be compatible with your mac. Apple macbook pro unibody 2012 memory ram macbookpro9,1. Find up to 16gb ram memory and 2tb ssd storage for your macbook pro. Memory capacity was doubled for each model, to 1 gb on the lowend 15inch and 2 gb for the highend 15 and 17inch models. You can also replace a faulty hard drive or just get a new one w. Macbook pro glossy ma601ll macbookpro1, 1 a1150 2101. Large macbook pro laptops start with a capacity of 16gb of ram, and its possible to upgrade them up to about 64gb. These are the instances where you see how mac memory shines. Although it looks like the powerbook g4 that preceded it, one of its key differences is the intel core duo 1.
Macbook2, 1 firmware displays as 3gb when 4gb is installed macbook pro. This macbook pro can be upgraded from 1 gb ram to up to 2 gb ram. Is that still the maximum, or are there 2gb chips for those slots available today. Apple 15 macbook pro early 2008 macbookpro4,1 installation. Macbook pro 1, 1 is the line of laptops, designed and manufactured by apple. These steps do not apply to retina display macbook pros manufactured after 2012. Call us on 0 943 454 or talk with us via live chat. I believe there is an efi limitation in os x mountain lion that will not allow the 2010 i5i7 macbook pros to be upgraded over. The mac pro supports both unbuffered udimms and registered rdimms, but it is important not to mix these two types of memory. Premium macbook pro ram memory fully certified apple, high. Apple macbook pro inch, mid 2010 computer memory ram. Macbook pro what determines maximum hard drive size. However, apple generally provides the official maximum ram based on the highest capacity memory modules available at the time the system is shipped.
This was contradictory to our testing in december 2009 which quite clearly showed that while these models recognized a full 8gb, if an application addressed more than 6gb, the system. Apple recommends that two modules of the same size be installed for maximum performance. I guess if you are cynical you might say this is the manufacturers way of making us buy a whole new machine sooner than we otherwise might. Installing and testing ram modules whether you are looking to configure your device yourself or upgrade it, equipping a device with sufficient ram is one quick and easy way to ensure smoother and more efficient operations. The actual maximum ram of each nonpro macbook is listed below along with its compatible ram type, default amount of ram preinstalled, common identifiers suitable to identify a macbook in order to determine its ram capacity, and more if you are not sure which macbook you have, and the model identifier and emc number below. Macbook pro 1,1 is the line of laptops, designed and manufactured by apple.
New macbook pros max out at 16gb ram due to battery life. Buy memory ram upgrades for your apple macbook pro inch, mid 2010 2. Feb 12, 2009 macbook pro what determines maximum hard drive size feb 12, 2009. As it turns out, several other memory vendorsalong with some late 08 macbookmacbook pro usershave laid claim to these machines working with 8gb of ram. Buy memory ram upgrades for your apple macbook pro 15inch, early 2006 2. Save money by trading in the original memory chips for a cash rebate. Right now i have 2 sticks of 1 gb, i was wondering if i wanted to go up to 4 gb how much that would cost, and wherewhat i can get it. Macbook pro, macbook pro 17inch, macbook pro 15inch, glossy 3 gb. Introduced on january 10, 2006, it has been manufactured till late 2008, with three updates arriving during the time, as well as one addition. Provides information about the maximum memory capacity of the intelbased. Note that retina macbook pro models 2012 to present cannot have the ram upgraded at all after purchase. Owc 2gb 1gb x 2 ddr2 pc25300 667mhz 200 pin ram memory. Owc pc5300 ddr2 667mhz sodimm 200 pin memory upgrade module for macbook, macbook pro, mac mini, and imac compatible with 2006 2009 macbook models. What deteremines the max hard drive for the early 08 macbook pros.
Use the same size memory modules across all slots to maximize performance. Does anyone know if this model supports 8gb, as i have been receiving conflicting information from various sites all help appreciated. Also added tiger direct and owc to the list of online resources for buying ram. Premium macbook pro ram memory fully certified apple. We are about to blow the thing up if it doesnt get upgraded. Can i upgrade the ram of the macbook pro retina from. Apple says new macbook pros 16gb ram limitation is to. Applies to models from 2006 to 2012 with ram up to 16 gb. Upon first glance, the apple macbook pro core duo 1. Add ram to your apple macbook pro with a memory upgrade. Ram and ssd upgrades for apple macbook pro upgradeable. Note that recent macbook pros do not have removable memory that you can upgrade. Easily upgrade the ram of any nonretina macbook pro up to 16gb for select models. Updated 5 to include the nonretina macbook pro in the list of macs that have userupgradeable ram.
Shop ssd specifically for your macbook pro experience the true speed of your mac with an owc ssd flash storage upgrade. I guess this is one of the early macbook pros, model macbook pro 1,1 its two ram slots originally could handle 1gb ddr2. All youll need is some simple tools, and the correct parts. Replacing or upgrading the ram for your macbook, macbook pro, imac or mac mini is the most costeffective. All, macbookpro1,1 apple macbook pro 15 early 2006 1.