JSBillian
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Q: Need help regarding my Macbook's RAM please!

Hello and thank you in advance,

 

I would like to know the maximum RAM my Macbook is compatible with. My Macbook has the following specs:

 

Macbook 13-inch, Mid 2010

Processor: 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo

 

According to the Apple support page (http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1651#link1) my Macbook model is compatible with a maximum memory of 4GB and includes 2 memory slots.

 

Does this mean I can have a maximum of 4GB memory in total with (2 X 2GB) RAM Chips

 

                              OR

 

Does this mean I can have 8GB total with (2 X 4GB) RAM chips?

 

THANKS!

 

P.SS: Please only answer is you are 100% sure as I will be spending money to buy the RAM chip.

MacBook, Mac OS X (10.7.3)

Posted on Apr 29, 2012 12:03 PM

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  • by Noble Seven,Helpful

    Noble Seven Noble Seven Apr 29, 2012 1:17 PM in response to JSBillian
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    Mac OS X
    Apr 29, 2012 1:17 PM in response to JSBillian

    I have the same Macbook. It means that you can have 2 X 2GB RAM chips in your computer, making a total of 4 GB.

     

    However, not speaking from personal experience, I have heard of people who have had success with installing 8 GB in it, but I can't verify that for you. It's up to you whether you want to gamble with your money or not buying 8 GB. Check the manufacturer's return policy before you do.

  • by Cattus Thraex,Helpful

    Cattus Thraex Cattus Thraex Apr 29, 2012 2:15 PM in response to JSBillian
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    Notebooks
    Apr 29, 2012 2:15 PM in response to JSBillian

    The simplest way is to download the free database called Mactracker, identify your model, and you will see the official and unofficial practical upper limit. our mid-2010 model support up to 8 GB, even if Apple say 4 GB only.