Actual maximum ram of all macbook pro models macs by. If you have installed that update, your boot rom version will be mbp51. 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. Ram and ssd upgrades for apple macbook pro upgradeable. Upgrade your 2006 early 2008 macbook pro to an ssd for 106x faster speeds and 12x the capacity of the original factory drive. Macbook pro memory upgrade kits 2008, 2009 and 2010 owc. Same goes for the aluminum macbook, except it requires 1066mhz ddr3 pc38500 sdram. Make offer apple macbook pro a1286 late 2008 core 2 duo 2. We ran memory hungry apps like adobe after effects cs3 multiprocessor mode and adobe photoshop cs4 beyond. Apple customs services and international tracking provided. 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. 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. 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. The macbook pros second graphics chipset used a portion of main memory as vram.
You can find specs on all apple products, including maximum ram. Apr 11, 2018 as things stand now, you can upgrade the ram yourself in the following mac models. The macbook pro 15 from february 2008 has a max memory capacity of 6gb. Nov 23, 2011 an upgrade of the early 2008 macbook pro ram from 2gb to 4gb link to buy ram. The early 2008 aka penryn mbps are limited to 4 gb of ram. I was recently given a late 2008 unibody macbook 5,1 2. Owcs stepbystep video of how to install memory in the apple macbook pro 15 inch late 2008 unibody with model id. 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. The late 2008 aluminum macbook can be upgraded to a maximum of 8gb when running snow leopard 10. There were a couple macbook updates in 2008 two white macbook models and one aluminum macbook the predecessor to the macbook pro inch. The 2008 macbook pro introduced a number of features to the apple macbook lineup. You dont specify if it is a macbook air, pro, or just a plain macbook.
As things stand now, you can upgrade the ram yourself in the following mac models. However, if you have the macbook pro 15 from october 2008 you can in fact upgrade to 8gb of 1066mhz ddr3 sdram. If your macbook pro 15 unibody is still running with only the stock ram, upgrading will provide a dramatic performance boost. Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008 and early 2009 ram. Upgraded ram to 8gb and replaced the damaged hard drive about a year ago. 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. 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. Memory card specifications double data rate small outline dual inline memory module ddr3 format 30mm 1. If you macbook pro has a retina display the ram cant be updated. However, if you have the macbook pro 15 from october 2008 you can in fact.
Mac specs by capability actual maximum ram macbook pro models. How to install ram in a new macbook late 2008 youtube. Make offer macbook pro 15 laptop early 2008 4gb ram, 2. Here are detailed steps for upgrade macbook air ram process a quick and inexpensive way to improve your macbook s performance. There were two upgrades to the macbook pro family in 2008 one in february and another in october. Find up to 16gb ram memory and 2tb ssd storage for your macbook pro. Macbook pro 15 unibodys came with 2 or 4 gb standard. These upgrades are guaranteed compatible when you order from.
This video demonstrates how to install ram memory in a new aluminum macbook late 2008 see mac sales for all your mac accessory needs. 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. It had the stock 2gb of ram and 160gb 5,400 rpm drive, as well as os x leopard 10. Macram is australias only dedicated mac memory and mac ram store. 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. 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.
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. Earlier versions of the operating system are limited to a 6gb maximum. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple macbook early 2008 and late 2008 free us delivery. How to upgrade macbook air ram and mackbook pro memory rewa. 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. All unibody 2008 mbps and mbs late 2008 support a maximum of 8gb of ram. Nemix ram 16gb 2x8gb ddr333 memory for apple macbook pro 2011. 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. The late 2008 macbook pro officially supports up to 4gb of 1066mhz ddr3 sdram. 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.
An upgrade of the early 2008 macbook pro ram from 2gb to 4gb link to buy ram. Easily upgrade your 2008 2010 macbook pro ram to up to 8gb, and save money by trading in your old memory chips. Officially, apple only supports 4 gb of ram in the late 2008 unibody macbook pro models. We also have step by step videos of how to install your mac memory. The late 2008 unibody mbps have a 1066 mhz frontside bus and can take 6 gb of ram for the 15 model. There are a number of components in the macbook pro 15 unibody that can be costeffectively upgraded. To identify if your macbook or macbook pro is new enough, run system profiler and in.
Whether you plan to use your macbook pro for work or school, the right software can make your life easier and more productive. Though reported as a 256 mb graphics system, the chipset actually used up to 272 mb of ram. Initial tests at the time these models shipped from. Picked up my new inch macbook pro 4 ports, germany. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple macbook pro early 2008 and late 2008 free us delivery. Macbook pro, macbook pro 17inch, macbook pro 15inch, glossy 3 gb. Does anyone know if this model supports 8gb, as i have been receiving conflicting information from various sites all help appreciated. Call us on 0 943 454 or talk with us via live chat. With durable aluminum construction, a pleasantly backlit keyboard for lowlight conditions, and the highquality retina display, the 2008 macbook pro gives you the computing power you need in apple style. 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. Ramjet uses a nonstacked module for the 4gb sodimm module for the macbook. Here you can fine the full specs of this particular model. Officially, apple only supports 4 gb of ram in the late 2008unibody macbook pro models.
Mar 30, 2017 macbook pro 17inch, late 2008 and earlier and macbook pro 15inch, early 2008 and earlier. 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. Upgrade early 2008 macbook pro ram apple community. Accessing the ram in this computer is straightforward and requires minimal disassembly. However, that never stopped us from trying to stuff more in.
Macbook pro memory upgrade kits 2008, 2009 and 2010. Macbook ram macbook memory upgrade ram for macbook. The macbook pro 17 upgrades from 2008 both have a maximum capacity of 6gb of 667mhz ddr2 sdram. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple macbook pro 15inch, late 2008 free us delivery. We provide expert advise on the right ram for your mac including imac, macbook pro, mac pro and guarantee that the memory we recommend will be compatible with your mac. The macbook pro 15 replaced the aluminum 15 and features intel support and an integrated isight camera. Hi everyone, i have just bought a late 2008 macbook and i would like to expand its ram.
Purchased this for my 2012 macbook pro to upgrade it from a. Easily upgrade your 20082010 macbook pro ram to up to 8gb, and save money by trading in your old memory chips. 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. Macbook late 2007, early 2008, and late 2008 ddr2667mhz. Testing conducted by apple in april 2020 using preproduction 1. All nonunibody 2008 mbps and mbs early 2008 support a maximum of 6gb of ram. Up to amd radeon pro 5500m with 8gb of gddr6 memory.
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