Upgrading RAM on a new 21.5" iMac

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Upgrading RAM on a new 21.5" iMac

Hi all. I am looking to buy a new 21.5" iMac from the Apple website. Does this model have the hatch on the back allowing me to upgrade my RAM at a later date like the 27" does? Thanks in advance!

Posted on Apr 5, 2020 2:39 PM

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Answer 1

rkaufmann87

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Apr 5, 2020 3:05 PM in response to Frank A.

When you buy a 21.5” iMac please buy with as much RAM as possible and the largest SSD you can afford. Do not buy one with 8 go of RAM and a 5400 rpm HD. Just spend the money and get the specifications you need. These machines are NOT intended to be upgraded after the fact.

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dialabrain

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Apr 5, 2020 2:46 PM in response to Frank A.

FWIW, in theory it's possible to upgrade the RAM. However, you have to tear apart the computer to do so. You would have to find an AASP willing to do it or take a chance to do it yourself. Not for the faint of heart.

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