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iMac Retina 5k 27" Late 2015 RAM Expansion

Hi,


I need to expand the RAM of my iMac Retina 5k 27" Late 2015


I'm currently mounting 2 4GB memory modules.


Can I install 2 more 8GB memory modules, totaling 24GB or do I have to mount memory modules of the same size (i.e. 4 4GB modules, or 4 8GB modules)?


Can you suggest a specific brand or model of memory modules?


Thanks.


iMac 27″, macOS 11.5

Posted on Nov 13, 2021 6:55 AM

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Dec 21, 2021 1:18 PM in response to Matt3o

Adding RAM most likely won’t help. For this reason, I believe we need to proceed with an EtreCheck report. EtreCheck is a useful App to diagnose and identify issues, both hardware and software. It is trusted by many users. Please follow the steps outlined below:


  1. Navigate to: https://etrecheck.com and get the free version of EtreCheckPro.
  2. Download it. It is a free and trusted app. It is often recommended here on Apple Support Communities. 
  3. Open EtreCheck, and before running the report, be sure to check “Allow full Drive Access” at the bottom of the EtreCheckPro window.
  4. Run the report, and put it in a post, as seen here: https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-250000211. We will then examine the report for issues in your Mac.


Jack

iMac Retina 5k 27" Late 2015 RAM Expansion

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