New to Macs..considering additional RAM for PB?

[CanadaRAM]

I had posted a similar question re: RAM for a powerbook, and one of the posters replied that it's better to keep some Apple RAM in the machine rather than replace all of it with third-party RAM because Apple won't cover RAM-related repairs when you're not using their RAM.
https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/156862/

So, do y'all think that it's better to use mismatched RAM (1 GB from Apple, 1 GB from Crucial) or just replace apple stock RAM with all third-party product?

My next question, re: mismatching over lots. If you buy the new iMac and crank it up to 1.5 Gb, then you've got mismatched chips that obeygiant cautions against. In that case, would it be better to just buy 2Gb from a third-party, and not have any Apple RAM?

As long as your memory is compatible with the powerbook there is no need to match pairs. THe Powerbook does not use dual-channel RAM.

Don't buy the Apple 1 Gb module. Keep the 256 Mb module that comes out of the machine when you upgrade. If there is any warranty issue, take out your RAM and reinstall the original 256 before you send it in.

I'm considering purchasing my first-ever Mac and am interested in one of the 2.1 GHz 20" iMacs. My main concern, however, is the fact that this latest generation comes with only one memory expansion slot (whereas I believe the previous version had two). If I order from the Applestore UK (online) with an upgrade to 1.5 Gb RAM, will they a) put a bigger unit in the fixed slot, leaving the expansion slot free OR b) simply put an extra 1Gb module in the extra slot, leaving me no room for further expansion?

The iMac G5 iSight has 512 Mb soldered on the motherboard and a single socket. If you order a 1 Gb machine from Apple you're gonna get a 512 Mb DDR-2 DIMM in the single socket. So just buy the stock configuration and order your 1 Gb module from a reputable seller who tests and guarantees compatibility with your Mac.

Thanks
Trevor
CanadaRAM.com

 

[tremewan]

Thanks, CanadaRAM. That was the answer I was expecting. I wonder why Apple have downgraded the number of available expansion slots with the new iMac?

 

[generik]

I had posted a similar question re: RAM for a powerbook, and one of the posters replied that it's better to keep some Apple RAM in the machine rather than replace all of it with third-party RAM because Apple won't cover RAM-related repairs when you're not using their RAM.

https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/156862/

So, do y'all think that it's better to use mismatched RAM (1 GB from Apple, 1 GB from Crucial) or just replace apple stock RAM with all third-party product?

My next question, re: mismatching over lots. If you buy the new iMac and crank it up to 1.5 Gb, then you've got mismatched chips that obeygiant cautions against. In that case, would it be better to just buy 2Gb from a third-party, and not have any Apple RAM?

Thanks!

No.. that is not such a good idea. Reason being, Apple's ram is so expensive you can essentially toss it.

Consider this, from the stock 512 to upgrade to a (single DIMM) 1gb module you need to top up USD$200. You can get a stick of third party ram for the same price.

What I did, buy the PB stock, no BTO, buy 2 GB of this Kingston modules, keep the 512mb module for warranty purposes, and come out ahead

Plus it is always best to run the same ram in a system, due to various timing/compatibility issues.

 

[spellflower]

Crucial RAM

Well, I finally got a gig of Crucial for the spare slot in my 6 mo old ibook, and I'm flying right along.

 

[Chase265]

additional question about installing ram....I have PB G4 with 512 DDR 2700 ram that came with the mac, about to install 1gb Crucial ram, does it matter what slot I install it in? I mean, should I remove the Apple 512 and put the new 1gb in there and put the 512 in the other slot, or can I just put the new ram in without switching slot positions?

 

[powerbook911]

additional question about installing ram....I have PB G4 with 512 DDR 2700 ram that came with the mac, about to install 1gb Crucial ram, does it matter what slot I install it in? I mean, should I remove the Apple 512 and put the new 1gb in there and put the 512 in the other slot, or can I just put the new ram in without switching slot positions?

No need to switch positions at all.

 

[excalibur313]

OWC RAM is very good too. I've had great luck with it and it is cheaper than crucial normally.

 

[Chase265]

No need to switch positions at all.

cool...thanks, less work to do then