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. Upgraded ram to 8gb and replaced the damaged hard drive about a year ago. Picked up my new inch macbook pro 4 ports, germany. Earlier versions of the operating system are limited to a 6gb maximum. The macbook pro 15 from february 2008 has a max memory capacity of 6gb. I was recently given a late 2008 unibody macbook 5,1 2. After a few weeks of internet conversation and testing, it turns out that recent macbook and macbook pro models both the justintroduced aluminumandglass models and the two previous minor updates can address not just 4 gb of ram, as apples technical specifications pages state, but 6 gb of ram. Initial tests at the time these models shipped from site sponsor other world computing and the always excellent barefeats demonstrated that they were capable of stably supporting 6 gb of ram with one 2 gb module and one 4 gb module. There is nothing there that suggests a 2008 mbp or mb supports 16gb of ram. It had the stock 2gb of ram and 160gb 5,400 rpm drive, as well as os x leopard 10. We also have step by step videos of how to install your mac memory. However, that never stopped us from trying to stuff more in. Does anyone know if this model supports 8gb, as i have been receiving conflicting information from various sites all help appreciated.
How to install ram in a new macbook late 2008 youtube. There were two upgrades to the macbook pro family in 2008 one in february and another in october. There are a number of components in the macbook pro 15 unibody that can be costeffectively upgraded. The early 2008 aka penryn mbps are limited to 4 gb of ram. All unibody 2008 mbps and mbs late 2008 support a maximum of 8gb of ram. Macbook pro mid 2009mid 2012 macbook pro 15 late 2008mid 2012 macbook pro 17 all models imac 17 all models imac 20 all models imac 21. If so is there any risks by upgrading the ram to 6gb, is there anthing you need to do before it, or you just plug in the ram. Macbook pro 15 unibodys came with 2 or 4 gb standard. Make offer apple macbook pro a1286 late 2008 core 2 duo 2. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple macbook early 2008 and late 2008 free us delivery. If your macbook pro 15 unibody is still running with only the stock ram, upgrading will provide a dramatic performance boost. Macbook pro, macbook pro 17inch, macbook pro 15inch, glossy 3 gb. If youre not sure whether or not you have a 15inch late 2008 macbook pro or another model, these models and for the purpose of a ram upgrade, the almost identical early 2009 models can be most readily identified externally via emc number 2255 on the bottom of the computer. There were a couple macbook updates in 2008 two white macbook models and one aluminum macbook the predecessor to the macbook pro inch.
Oct 21, 2008 to put that score in context, an older macbook pro with an nvidia geforce 8600m gpu scored 5,028 even with the same 4gb of ram and a 2. Nov 23, 2011 an upgrade of the early 2008 macbook pro ram from 2gb to 4gb link to buy ram. You can find specs on all apple products, including maximum ram. Ram and ssd upgrades for apple macbook pro upgradeable. Make offer macbook pro 15 laptop early 2008 4gb ram, 2. The late 2008 unibody mbps have a 1066 mhz frontside bus and can take 6 gb of ram for the 15 model. The 2008 macbook pro introduced a number of features to the apple macbook lineup. 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. The white macbook models from that year use 667mhz ddr2 pc25300 sdram and support a maximum of 6gb but you will have to put in 8gb for that to work. Apple customs services and international tracking provided. Actual maximum ram of all macbook pro models macs by.
You dont specify if it is a macbook air, pro, or just a plain macbook. Announced in october 2008, the macbook pro 15inch, late 2008 featured a stunning case redesign, the first in the 15inch macbook pro nee powerbook line in more than. Officially, apple only supports 4 gb of ram in the late 2008 unibody macbook pro models. Upgrade your 2006 early 2008 macbook pro to an ssd for 106x faster speeds and 12x the capacity of the original factory drive. As things stand now, you can upgrade the ram yourself in the following mac models. Find up to 16gb ram memory and 2tb ssd storage for your macbook pro.
Easily upgrade your 2008 2010 macbook pro ram to up to 8gb, and save money by trading in your old memory chips. Macbook pro memory upgrade kits 2008, 2009 and 2010 owc. Initial tests at the time these models shipped from. Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008 and early 2009 ram. This video demonstrates how to install ram memory in a new aluminum macbook late 2008 see mac sales for all your mac accessory needs. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple macbook pro early 2008 and late 2008 free us delivery. Accessing the ram in this computer is straightforward and requires minimal disassembly. To identify if your macbook or macbook pro is new enough, run system profiler and in. Atech for apple 8gb kit 2x 4gb ddr3 1067mhz 1066mhz pc38500 sodimm macbook, macbook pro, imac, mac mini late 2008 earlymidlate 2009 mid 2010 memory ram 4. Officially, apple only supports 4 gb of ram in the late 2008unibody macbook pro models. Ramjet uses a nonstacked module for the 4gb sodimm module for the macbook. An upgrade of the early 2008 macbook pro ram from 2gb to 4gb link to buy ram. Purchased this for my 2012 macbook pro to upgrade it from a. If you have this update installed, youre already able to install the 8gb without any problems and dont need to perform further updates to install more ram.
Though reported as a 256 mb graphics system, the chipset actually used up to 272 mb of ram. Here are detailed steps for upgrade macbook air ram process a quick and inexpensive way to improve your macbook s performance. Rasalas 8gb kit2x4gb compatible for apple ddr3 1067mhz1066mhz pc38500 sodimm ram upgrade for late 2008, earlymidlate 2009, mid 2010 macbook, macbook pro, imac, mac mini 4. To put that score in context, an older macbook pro with an nvidia geforce 8600m gpu scored 5,028 even with the same 4gb of ram and a 2. If you macbook pro has a retina display the ram cant be updated. Amazons choice for late 2008 macbook pro ram corsair cmsa8gx3m2a1066c7 apple 8 gb dual channel kit ddr3 1066 pc3 8500 204pin ddr3 laptop sodimm memory 1.
If you have installed that update, your boot rom version will be mbp51. Macram is australias only dedicated mac memory and mac ram store. Owcs stepbystep video of how to install memory in the apple macbook pro 15 inch late 2008 unibody with model id. How to upgrade macbook air ram and mackbook pro memory rewa. Whether you plan to use your macbook pro for work or school, the right software can make your life easier and more productive. The macbook pro features 2560 x 1600 resolution and the 15 macbook pro features 2880 x 1800 resolution, making the macbook pro ideal for professional photo and graphics work, as well as highdef movies and games. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple macbook pro 15inch, late 2008 free us delivery. The late 2008 aluminum macbook can be upgraded to a maximum of 8gb when running snow leopard 10. Call us on 0 943 454 or talk with us via live chat.
Here you can fine the full specs of this particular model. Oct 25, 2008 this video demonstrates how to install ram memory in a new aluminum macbook late 2008 see mac sales for all your mac accessory needs. Mar 30, 2017 macbook pro 17inch, late 2008 and earlier and macbook pro 15inch, early 2008 and earlier. However, if you have the macbook pro 15 from october 2008 you can in fact.
Apr 11, 2018 as things stand now, you can upgrade the ram yourself in the following mac models. Macbook ram macbook memory upgrade ram for macbook. Nemix ram 16gb 2x8gb ddr333 memory for apple macbook pro 2011. Mac specs by capability actual maximum ram macbook pro models. The macbook pros second graphics chipset used a portion of main memory as vram.
However, if you have the macbook pro 15 from october 2008 you can in fact upgrade to 8gb of 1066mhz ddr3 sdram. Upgrade early 2008 macbook pro ram apple community. Macbook late 2007, early 2008, and late 2008 ddr2667mhz. Same goes for the aluminum macbook, except it requires 1066mhz ddr3 pc38500 sdram. We ran memory hungry apps like adobe after effects cs3 multiprocessor mode and adobe photoshop cs4 beyond. The macbook pro 15 replaced the aluminum 15 and features intel support and an integrated isight camera. Macbook pro memory upgrade kits 2008, 2009 and 2010. Hi everyone, i have just bought a late 2008 macbook and i would like to expand its ram. These upgrades are guaranteed compatible when you order from. Memory card specifications double data rate small outline dual inline memory module ddr3 format 30mm 1. The macbook pro 17 upgrades from 2008 both have a maximum capacity of 6gb of 667mhz ddr2 sdram. The late 2008 macbook pro officially supports up to 4gb of 1066mhz ddr3 sdram. All nonunibody 2008 mbps and mbs early 2008 support a maximum of 6gb of ram.
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