RAM for iBook

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RAM for iBook

Hello, I have a question about RAM for my iBook (1.42 GHz). I would like to upgrade the RAM from the factory installed 512 mb. I can get another 512 mb for $100, and 1 GB for just under $300. Will the improved performance of the extra memory be worth the extra money?

iBook G4 14, eMac 17, Shuffle, Applecare, Airport Express, Mac OS X (10.4.2)

Posted on Nov 16, 2005 6:40 PM

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--JB--

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Nov 16, 2005 7:20 PM in response to Eric Bond

Hi Barry,

Welcome to Apple Discussions

I have found personally, that 9 out of 10 people (maybe 8ish) see an improvement for upgrading RAM. I would go all the way, but it isn't necessary. There are many factors that effect your iBook's performance. Where are you planning on buying it?

I hope that helps,
Jon

PS I found a drastic change in my iBook's performance.

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Eric Bond Author

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Nov 17, 2005 5:59 AM in response to Eric Bond

Hi Jon,
Thanks. I'm looking at getting it from a local chain store Future Shop. They have a deal on now for the 512 mb RAM. I would like to max out the RAM, but I'm not sure the upgrading the full 1 GB is worth the extra $200. Any thoughts? I am going to get at least the extra 512 mb.
I understand it's not all that difficult to install the RAM, so I figured I would try to do it myself.
Barrie

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Nov 17, 2005 9:04 AM in response to Eric Bond

The last time I was in futureshop, they didn't sell Apple-compatible ram.

Before you purchase ram from Futureshop, make sure that it's compatible. Check the brand. Or better yet, if you're not overly busy, take a browse to their website and mabye browse for the ram you were looking at. We could help you determine if it would be compatible or not also. =)

-Daniel. Kung-Fu Ram.

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--JB--

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Nov 17, 2005 11:25 AM in response to Daniel Levesque

I would go with http://www.crucial.com or apple.com. If anything you will find which kind/brand works with your iBook.

Jon

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Eric Bond Author

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Nov 17, 2005 1:28 PM in response to Eric Bond

The RAM at Future Shop is Kingston 512 mb, 200 pin, PC2700 SO-DIMM DDR. The Apple site has PC 2700, DDR 333, 200 pin, 1.25 inch SDRAM, SO-DIMM.
Not sure if these are the same thing or not. I'm not convinced that the people at Future Shop know very much about any Apple product, although they are an authorized re-seller. Maybe this won't be as easy as I thought....
Will there be much difference having 1 GB total RAM versus 1.5 GB total RAM?

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John Huber1

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Nov 17, 2005 4:10 PM in response to Eric Bond

The Kingston RAM should work fine in your iBook but make sure you can exchange it if it's not compatible. Take your iBook along with you (and a #0 Phillips screwdriver) and install it at the store. It only takes a few minutes. That way you'll know before you leave the store if it works.

Unless you run many apps at once or do some extensive Photoshop or video editing, an extra 512MB will probably be enough.

John

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Eric Bond Author

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Nov 17, 2005 4:26 PM in response to Eric Bond

Thanks John.

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John Huber1

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Nov 17, 2005 4:46 PM in response to Eric Bond

You're welcome.

RAM installation instructions can be found here. If you have the latest model click on the link at the bottom of the page.

John

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