Thanks for the tip. I'll be sure to shop aroundWildCowboy said:I'm not a fan of NewEgg...I've heard lots of bad things about their customer service and honesty. I would recommend either OWC or DMS...excellent customer service, very good quality backed up by great return/replacement policies, Mac-knowledgeable, and good prices. They both have online wizards to guide you to the appropriate RAM for your machine.
So basically dropping two of these in will really help me out? I don't know why it wouldn't but... if I put one of these in and had 1.25GB of ram, would the 2GB of ram be way better because of the pairing? Would this ram pair up well?iMacFan78 said:That's the kind of memory you'll need for your MacBook [667MHz DDR2 SDRAM (PC2 5300)]. I saw this memory and almost all of the reviews by MacBook owners were good ones. That's also an excellent price.
EDIT: I have heard that NewEgg has excellent coustomer service and a good return policy.
Is that why they stock them with 2x256 as opposed to 1x512? Never would've thought of that.EricNau said:Keep in mind; because the MacBook uses shared graphics memory, it is highly recommended that you add RAM in matched pairs.
Any word on if Macs are less picky if they're Intel? Would be interesting to see.Mitthrawnuruodo said:As long as the SO-DIMMS are 200p DDR2 PC2-5300 they should work in a MacBook, but since Macs are notoriously picky on RAM there's no guarantees (well, some suppliers will actually guarantee it, often at a price premium).
I myself got and installed TwinMOS RAM in two MacBooks, and have earlier used standard Kingston RAM (which is mentioned on the page you linked to) in a Mac without any issues (that is one of the modules was DOA, but was quickly replaced under warranty, of course).
If you can return them, free of charge or for a small restocking fee, in the event that they shouldn't work, I'd say go for it!![]()
I've used generic 3rd party RAM in my Pismo(s) from 2000, iBook G4 from 2003 and now in my MacBook.Buschmaster said:Any word on if Macs are less picky if they're Intel? Would be interesting to see.So no complaints of either ram? How long have you had them? Did it give the Macbooks a noticable boost?
I think I'll just get both 1GB sticks right now, it seems like then I'll realllllly feel the differenceMitthrawnuruodo said:I've used generic 3rd party RAM in my Pismo(s) from 2000, iBook G4 from 2003 and now in my MacBook.
Both the Pismos have died (screen on one and power/logic board on the other) and when I got the MacBook I removed the 512MB module from my old iBook and put it into my girlfriend's (much newer) iBook G4.
I know TwinMOS has (at least three years warranty, but other suppliers have longer, all the way up to lifetime guarantee).
I didn't actually test the MacBook before replacing the stock 512MB, but with 2 x 1GB it's virtually flying.
I recommend you get 2 x 1GB, but if that's more than you can afford, get one 1GB module now and another one whenever you can afford it. You will get a boost from a matched pair, that is true, but 1GB + 256MB will, in most cases, outperform 512MB + 512MB. Also, if you get 512 + 512 you must get rid of them again if you want to upgrade later, if you get 1GB now and discard one of the 256MB modules, then you can get another one later and just discard the other 256MB module at that point. Much more cost efficient...![]()
Yup, that's why.Buschmaster said:Is that why they stock them with 2x256 as opposed to 1x512? Never would've thought of that.
hi can someone take a look at the link to see whether those RAM are compatible? I am not sure whether those are desktop RAM.peeInMyPantz said:Hi,
is this the type of RAM to use for macbook?
http://sg.hardwarezone.com/priceguide/priceguide.php?id=319
I've never owned a laptop before, just desktop all the way. Never heard of Patriot.
There are 4 brands listed on the page (Kingston, Corsair, Patriot, and Geil).
Which one is the most suitable for macbook?
also will i void my warranty if i change the RAM?
Thanx
does this mean that i'll void the warranty if i change the RAM, since "For all other computers the Apple-provided RAM must stay with the computer until AppleCare expires."Warranties
It is always recommended that where ever you purchase RAM from, you check their warranty and returns policies. Many cheaper suppliers only give you a 1 year warranty and will not except returned RAM unless it's faulty. RAM, after being removed and reinserted a number of times, may have the connections wear down. Thus the lifetime warranty, or a 5-year warranty, may come in handy.
For AppleCare owners: Your computer must retain at least ONE stick of Apple-branded RAM to continue to qualify with AppleCare. For 12" PowerBook and iBook owners, the logic board RAM satisfies this requirement. For all other computers the Apple-provided RAM must stay with the computer until AppleCare expires.
here's a good resource for compatible ram and other mods..peeInMyPantz said:hi can someone take a look at the link to see whether those RAM are compatible? I am not sure whether those are desktop RAM.
i checkout "mac guides: buying RAM" in this forum,
http://guides.macrumors.com/Buying_RAM
this is what it says:
does this mean that i'll void the warranty if i change the RAM, since "For all other computers the Apple-provided RAM must stay with the computer until AppleCare expires."
peeInMyPantz said:hi can someone take a look at the link to see whether those RAM are compatible? I am not sure whether those are desktop
peeInMyPantz said:does this mean that i'll void the warranty if i change the RAM, since "For all other computers the Apple-provided RAM must stay with the computer until AppleCare expires."
WildCowboy said:No, but you should keep the Apple-branded RAM you take out of your computer. If you ever have a problem with the computer, Apple will likely first try to blame the RAM, so you'll have to take out your third-party RAM and put the original Apple RAM back in to both prove the problem and for sending in for servicing. The Apple RAM just has to stay with the computer, not necessarily in the computer.