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  1. J

    RAM upgrade - imac will not boot

    Running an imac 7,1 aluminum 2GHz core duo. Originally had 1GB ram. Added a PC2 5300 DDR2 667MHz 1GB Kingston RAM module to the free slot so I could run El Capitan. The machine was working OK at first, not snappy quick but running, and after a short while started running very slow, choppy...
  2. M

    ECC RAM - Performance Statistics?

    I am curious to know if Mac OS X records stats on the performance of ECC RAM, i.e., the rate of detection and correction of errors. And, if so, is there are way to access it?
  3. smacrumon

    Installing memory to iMac Mid 2011 model

    Anyone clued up on what kind of performance increase could be expected by installing extra memory into an iMac Mid 2011 model? Is there any data on this, some benchmarking? The base installed memory currently is 4 GB, but it can be configured up to 16 GB. For iMac Mid 2011 models, 2 GB or 4 GB...
  4. V

    Early 2009 Mac Mini - 1x8GB SODIMM?

    I cannot find the answer to this anywhere so would appreciate some help. I have an early 2009 Mac Mini (2.0GHz Core2Duo). I also happen to have an 8GB SODIMM (single SODIMM, 1x8GB not 2x4GB). Now I know the early 2009 models can address up to 8GB of RAM but will they work with a single 8GB DIMM...
  5. G

    Macbook Air 2011 - Kernel Panic Help

    Hi, I have a Macbook Air 2011 running OSX El Capitan, it was the i5 model with 4gig RAM. It has been working fine over the last 5 years but yesterday I opened up the laptop as I normally do from sleep and it had a kernel panic. The actual issue that happens is the screen does not turn on the I...
  6. I

    MacPro5,1 RAM upgrade from 24GB to 32GB, noticeable?

    I have a MacPro5,1 [6-Core Intel Xeon, 3.33 GHz, ATI Radeon HD 5870] that is a workhorse business machine for me. I primarily use it for Illustrator (work) and for Photoshop/Lightroom (photography). I had Mountain Lion running on it forever, and just upgraded to Yosemite. In running the system...
  7. khaidir77

    16GB 1600mhz vs 16GB 1866mhz RAM for Macbook Pro 13" mid 2012

    Want To Ask i did geekbench test on 2 types of RAMs on my MBP 13" 2.9ghz i7 mid 2012. 1-Crucial 16GB Kit (8GBx2) DDR3L-1600 SODIMM 32bit test 2913 Single-Core Score 6105 Multi-Core Score 64 bit test 3132 Single-Core Score 6754 Multi-Core Score. 2-Kingston HyperX Impact Black...
  8. Julius_IV

    Is adding ram worth it?

    Hello, I have a Macbook Pro Mid-2009. The specs are: Core 2 Duo 2.26, 2GB Ram. I know horrible.. It is running super slow. If i put in 8 gb Ram will it run alot faster and is it worth it? Mvg
  9. jgelin

    Replacing RAM in 2010 MBP

    Hello all, I have a friend whose computer was running slow. She brought it over and it is a Macbook Pro 7,1 2.4Ghz processor running 10.10.5. It had 4GB of RAM installed in it, but was only recognizing 2GB from one chip. I replaced with a known good 4GB chip for a total of 6GB but the bank would...
  10. Miqs

    Ram, Fusion, SSD. What does it all mean?

    I intend to get a new non retina 21.5in iMac shortly but am a little confused. I use Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom regularly on my old iMac (2007 running Lion OS with 2.5gb ram) which chugs along a little slow at times. I have researched the new iMacs but now confused with ram v fusion. I...
  11. J

    RAM Error Tone After System Crash

    Hello everyone! I have the Mac Pro Late 2013 model, I've upgraded my RAM sticks manually few months ago with RAM purchased from the Apple Online Store to 64GB. I've discovered that when the Mac Pro is running at full load (CPU+GPU) for rendering, the system will crash and the beeping sound...
  12. T

    Best Macbook to upgrade

    Hi everyone, I'm thinking about buying a second-hand Apple laptop off of eBay, and then maxing out the RAM and storage. Which Apple laptop would be best for this? I'll be using the laptop to record my own music. Thanks!
  13. ImLorelei

    What's more important processor power or RAM?

    I'm looking into replacing my MBP after 6 years. It works fine for non Adobe CC apps, looks great - no marks at all, I take good care of belongings, but I find that using Adobe CC - Muse, Illustrator, Photoshop and occasionally InDesign makes it very slow. Currently have Muse open and none of...
  14. lewis_cooper

    Mac Pro 3,1 - 16GB 667mhz faster than 20GB 800mhz RAM??

    Here's a conundrum for you all… I have a 2008 Mac Pro 3,1 2 x 2.8 GHz running El Capitan 10.11.5. I had 16GB of RAM made up of a mixture of 800mhz and 667mhz modules.The presence of the 667mhz causes even the 800mhz modules to run at 667mhz so I decided to purchase 4 x 4GB modules so that I...
  15. A

    Change RAM before servicing?

    Hi all, I have a MacBook Pro 2012 13 inch that has been acting weird lately, and I am pretty sure it is a hardware problem. I've scheduled an appointment at an Apple store to see what is wrong. I upgraded my computer a few months back from 4GB to 16GB ram. I know that apple doesn't...
  16. N

    Macbook Pro ram question

    Hello Macrumor forum users! I recently purchased my first ever MacBook Pro, my Macbook model is the: MacBook Pro (13-inch, Late 2011) Here is a link to the ram in question...
  17. lexR

    Goodbye Mac Pro... Hello Alienware

    So, i went through a long and interesting process of upgrading my 2009 machine to suit my needs, i upgraded the processors, ram, cpu and even installed an additional psu to cope with additional power requirements. However, there was certain restraints with the processors and the motherboard i...
  18. L.Ovidiu

    MPB 13"-15" 2009-2011 still worth as secondary laptop in 2016?

    Long story short, i need a secondary cheap laptop, 13-15" in size, for web design (1 browser with 5-15 tabs opened, photoshop and illustrator for ads, banners, logos, image touch-ups, generally medium level usage, dreamweaver for some coding). Right now i'm doing my job from this laptop...
  19. F

    Need help with an upgrade!

    Hi guys! i am new around here and i am in need of some help! i am pretty clued up when it comes to computers i have built my own rig but i need help deciding on the best upgrade for my macbook pro! i was given by a family member a 17" macbook pro with a core i7 in it sitting at 2.4ghz with 4...
  20. PapaGino

    XP Boot Camp not useing 4gbs of ram

    I missed the days of XP so for a bit fun I installed XP Media Center Edition 2005 on my mid 2009 17in Macbook Pro 3.06ghz 8GB. First off I am aware that 32bit systems only can access 4gbs as a max. I always used x64 systems (even back in the day XP x64 Edition) so when it comes to x86 I'm not...