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Why does my Macbook Pro eat up memory just using basic apps?
My MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Early 2015) keeps on using memory from my 120gb "Macintosh HD" from doing simple things such as reading news, watching netflix etc.. I had to reinstall OS and start from scratch yesterday because my computer was using memory for the reason listed above, I thought...- Ralphiatto
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Upgrade: i5 to i7 Processor, or 8 GB to 16 GB RAM?
Hello, so currently I have a Macbook Pro from 2014 running iOS 10.12.6, and here are its current specs: Processor: 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 Memory: 8 GB 1600 MHz DDR3 I'm going to be upgrading to a new laptop for school, so here are the choices that I have: 2.3GHz dual-core 7th-generation...- missjantastic
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- 6 gb 8 gb i5 processor i7 processor memory memory vs cpu memory vs processor ram ram vs cpu upgrade
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- Forum: MacBook Pro
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RAM Upgrade New iMac 27"
Hi, I am awaiting my new iMac 27" which should arrive this week. I already purchased 64 gb of the recommended RAM ( https://eshop.macsales.com/item/Other%20World%20Computing/2400DDR4S64S/ ). My question is, OPTION 1: Does it matter if I install the RAM upgrade 'before' I turn on the computer... -
How much force is normal to install 2017 iMac Ram?
Hi. Just finished installing extra Crucial ram in my new 2017 iMac, but I'm a bit concerned about how much force was needed. I ended up pushing VERY firmly down using two finger, to the point there was a few very slight plasticky creaking nosies from the inside. I might just be being OCD with my... -
Crucial 32GB DDR4 2400 for iMac27 issue
I got brand new iMac 27 2017 today with stock 8GB, and ordered Mac certified crucial memory 32gb. When I try to boot up with both in (correctly installed) the iMac won't boot, when I put one or the other alone it boots as well. When I was running only 32 gb crucial the iMac suddenly shut down... -
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2017 iMac. Did I expect too much?
Hello, Until last month I had still been using an early 2011 MacBook Pro. I had upgraded it a couple times. Years ago with 16GB of RAM up from the factory 4GB. Then a bit over a year ago I went to a SSD. This computer was still pretty fast using Lightroom, Photoshop etc. However about 2 years... -
Is 16gb of RAM on a 21.5 iMac enough?
I do very minor video and photo editing for my family and my son does some for his YouTube channel. Not in 4k. Since the 21.5” iMac I want isn’t upgradable I’m getting 16gb with 552ssd. Is that sufficient enough RAM? -
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256 GB SSD or 16 GB RAM? 2017 MacBook Pro No Touch Bar
So I just purchased a new MacBook Pro 13" no Touch Bar with an i7, 16 GB RAM and 128 GB SSD. I will mainly use this machine for college (management), couple of PDFs, excel, word, powerpoint, light casual gaming (Blizzard games), web browsing, Spotify, and photoshop. I won't be using virtual...- asoksevil
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- macbook pro ram ssd storage
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8GB/256SSD VS 16GB/128GB - For FCPX (Macbook Pro 2017)
I'm looking to buy the 2017 Macbook Pro which will be used mainly for browsing and editing with Final Cut Pro. I've chosen the highest i7 and am no conflicted on whether going for more ram, less storage or the opposite. I'd like to somewhat futureproof it and keep it for up to four years...- VictorChikov
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- macbook macbook pro ram ssd storage
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Mac Pro 4,1 to 5,1 RAM slot 1 not recognized
Just did a 4,1 to 5,1 upgrade on my 2009 Mac Pro running 10.11.6 El Capitan. All is well EXCEPT that RAM slot 1 isn't recognized. Before: 2009 Mac Pro 4,1 2 x 2.26GHz quad-core After: 2009 Mac Pro 5,1 2 x 3.33GHx (x5680) hex-core Firmware update went fine. Both CPUs are recognized in... -
Resolved Macbook Pro 13" with 2.9 vs 3.1 GHz processor
Hi all, I've decided to purchase my first Macbook. I've chosen Macbook Pro 13" with Touch Bar+Touch ID, but I'm torn between two options: should I choose the older model with a 2.9 GHz processor (i5+Intel Iris Plus Graphics 550) or the new one with a 3.1 GHz processor (i5+Intel Iris Plus...- LillaK
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- gaming macbook pro processor ram touch id upgrade
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- Forum: Mac Basics, Help and Buying Advice
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Need held to choose RAM for iMac
Hello Friends, I am a newbie at this Forum, and hope will get help and suggestions from experienced people around here. Currently I am using iMac 27" 5K (Late 2015 Edition)and 4+4 RAM, want to upgrade to 32GB, need help as which one I should buy ?? -
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MBP 13" 2017 upgrade RAM or processor?
Haven't seen any thread addressing this question for the new model. What I use my mac for: excel and stata (mostly financial and macro econ modeling, use some pretty phat spreadsheets and models); am learning R and how to write in C; watching rick and morty; porn. Would I be better served...- hindvik
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- 13 inch 2017 macbok pro processor ram
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- Forum: MacBook Pro
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OSX 10.12 using 3GB swap when 9GB/16GB RAM is used
As you can see from the attached screen shot, my Macbook Pro (2015) with OSX 10.12 is using 3GB SWAP when only 9GB RAM out of 16GB is being used. This is causing my system to become pretty much unusable. The SWAP memory is too slow and the system becomes unresponsive. Is this common behavior...- tommedema
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- ram swap
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- Forum: Mac Basics, Help and Buying Advice
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Which RAM is suitable? 1866 MHz or 2133 MHz DDR3L?
Which RAM is suitable? 1866 MHz or 2133 MHz DDR3L? Hi there, I got these 2 pairs of RAM: 1866MHz DDR3L - 8 GB x 2 Kingston HyperX Impact Black 2133 MHz DDR3L - 8 GB x 2 G.Skill RipJaw Can someone tell me which one is suitable for my system: MacBook Pro 15" 2.6GHz i7 (Mid 2012)? Also running...- khaidir77
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- 16gb ddr3l 1866mhz 2133mhz macbook pro 15 2012 non retina ram
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iMac 2014 with 64 GB Ram?
Hi Folks, Just curious if anyone here has attempted to "hack" their 1st gen 5k iMac with 64 GB of Ram? (iMac15,1) I am fully aware that *officially* this model only supports 32 GB ram. However I am wondering if anyone has attempted to install 64 GB to find out if this is a real limitation or... -
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Using more than 32GB RAM on base 27" iMac
So the apple website lists the base 3.4gHz 27" iMac as only configurable up to 32GB of RAM, while the mid-level and high-level 5k iMac support up to 64GB of RAM. I remember reading somewhere though, that people have placed up to 64GB into the base iMac regardless of what apple lists and that it... -
upgrade imac late 2013 ssd (internal vs external)?
Hi all My late 27" Late 2013 imac (i5 - 8gb ram) - is insanely slow - I think it's the 1gb fusion drive: Esp. things like opening mails, or just having it open the emoj-window takes ages - so no smiies :D Anyways, I'm considering my options here: 1) I could throw in more ram, which is...- Heliotropen
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- fusion drive imac (27" late 2013) partitions ram slow imac ssd disk
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8GB vs 16GB RAM?
Hello all, I'm currently a college student and I plan on getting the 2017 nTB MacBook Pro this summer. I am choosing between 8GB and 16GB RAM. Here are my general uses: web browsing, video streaming, occasional light picture or video editing, light gaming such as League of Legends, and I do...- BurntPotato
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- 2017 macbook 13 ram
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SSD and RAM recommendations for MacBook Pro 13" Early 2011
Hi, I have a MacBook Pro 8.1 (13" early 2011), and I want to upgrade the HDD (320GB 5.400rpm) and the RAM (4GB, the base model). I want to upgrade to 8GB RAM (2 modules of 4GB, correct me if I'm wrong) and something around 250GB SSD. What do I buy? I'm looking for straightforward answers, I...- yoblanco
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- macbook pro (13" early 2011) ram ssd
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- Forum: Mac Basics, Help and Buying Advice
