How much RAM can upgrade my Powerbook G4 with and where can I buy it?

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How much RAM can upgrade my Powerbook G4 with and where can I buy it?

I would like to increase the speed/processing power of my Powerbook G4. Any advice on the following appreciated:
1) What is the max RAM I can put into it? There seem to be problems logged on this discussion forum at 2GB by some users?
2) Where can I buy compatible RAM - it is no longer available on the Apple store (neither UK where I live nor US)?
3) are there any other upgrades I can make to speed up my Powerbook?

My current Powerbook details are:
Machine Name: PowerBook G4 15"
Machine Model: PowerBook5,2
CPU Type: PowerPC G4 (1.1)
Number Of CPUs: 1
CPU Speed: 1.25 GHz
L2 Cache (per CPU): 512 KB
Memory: 768 MB - DDR SDRAM
Bus Speed: 167 MHz
Boot ROM Version: 4.7.1f1
Graphics - ATI Mobility Radeon 9600

Many thanks
Mark

Powerbook G4 15", Mac OS X (10.4.6)

Posted on Jan 6, 2009 3:19 AM

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eww

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Jan 6, 2009 8:53 AM in response to MarkH101

Yes.

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Answer 2

eww

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Jan 6, 2009 8:29 AM in response to MarkH101

Hi, Mark. Your Powerbook can use up to 2GB of RAM, and there is no increased risk of trouble when using the maximum as long as the RAM used is suitable. Suitable RAM can be ordered from scores of online vendors. I don't know what the best sources in the UK might be, but I suggest that you look for Samsung, Crucial, or Hynix branded RAM from a vendor whose web site explicitly advertises it as compatible with Aluminum Powerbook G4s.

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