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musicaddict
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Macbook memory upgrade

what's good everyone? I'm currently running with two Techs and Serato SL3 and a Macbook. My Macbook only has one gig of ram and I'd like to add another gig or 2 if possible because SL3 requires at least 2 gigs of ram for it to run properly. My questions...

1. what are some good rams to buy (I'm a pc person and have never used a mac in my life until now)

2. how easy is it to install the memory in the Macbook

3. to anyone who has a Macbook, how much more ram can I add to it? If possible, please show me how to check the slots (extra room for rams) availability on the Macbook.


I guess that is all for now. Thanks everyone!


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How old is the macbook? If it's only a year or two old then you should be able to upgrade to 4 gigs. You can do that pretty cheaply as well ($90).

Anyways, I just got Kingston macram for $90 + shipping (and this was over a year ago, so prices may have dropped). After that ships you should be able to consult the manual for how to install it, but it's not hard. Flip the macbook over to the bottom, there should be this little indention with a circle around it and a picture of a lock by it. Stick a coin in that slot and turn it until it's unlocked (make sure the computer is off of course before you do this).

After unlocking it, the battery should be able to be pulled off. The ram slots should be right there in the battery area. Pull the little lever in both slots and take out the existing ram, then put the new ram in. It takes a bit of effort to get the new ram in, but it's not too bad. Once you hear/feel the click of it locking in, move the levers back down, place the battery back in, and lock it back into place, then restart from there and you should be set.

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quote:
Originally posted by Demoted
How old is the macbook? If it's only a year or two old then you should be able to upgrade to 4 gigs. You can do that pretty cheaply as well ($90).

Anyways, I just got Kingston macram for $90 + shipping (and this was over a year ago, so prices may have dropped). After that ships you should be able to consult the manual for how to install it, but it's not hard. Flip the macbook over to the bottom, there should be this little indention with a circle around it and a picture of a lock by it. Stick a coin in that slot and turn it until it's unlocked (make sure the computer is off of course before you do this).

After unlocking it, the battery should be able to be pulled off. The ram slots should be right there in the battery area. Pull the little lever in both slots and take out the existing ram, then put the new ram in. It takes a bit of effort to get the new ram in, but it's not too bad. Once you hear/feel the click of it locking in, move the levers back down, place the battery back in, and lock it back into place, then restart from there and you should be set.



Forget $90. There are deals all the time from buy.com, newegg.com, and frys.com that are dirt cheap for 2x2 gb. But like Demoted said, make sure you have a macbook that can take 4 gb (yes if you bought it in the last year or so.)


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Ryan0751
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Just go to crucial.com and put in the information for your Macbook. It will show you what chips are compatible, how much you can add, etc.

Their prices aren't always the "best", but they are reasonable.

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amp3
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I used ifixit.com, think i paid 23 dollars for a 1 gig chip. I have a white macbook, and it took minutes to pop it in. One of the easiest mods to do. Check what your comp can take and go for the max. Will be worth it down the road.


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musicaddict
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Thanks for the help everyone. Demoted, thanks for your tips regarding installing the ram. Peace!


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they judge you coz u aint rap (haha)
thas alota smacks u told and thats that
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Peace out

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