Q: How to Best Add RAM to 3x2GB (6GB) With 1 Slot Left?
My new 3.2 GHz Quad Core has 4 RAM slots with 3 filled with 2GB modules. If I want to increase to 8GBs, can I simply add a 2GB module to the empty RAM slot or do I need to add only matched pairs or sets?
If matched, what get's matched? All 4 slots, so I have to buy 4x2GB modules? Or perhaps just for slots 3 and 4 and buy only 2x2GB modules?
Thanks,
Steven
Mac Pro, Mac OS X (10.7.4), 30" Display, 22" Cinema Display
Posted on Jul 18, 2012 12:12 PM
yes of course you can do the 4th 2GB!
I guess I should have included the tech note for installing RAM
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4433
I really think 12GB for now makes sense, yes. $70 for 2x4GB.
The difference between "triple" and any other mix is minimal to none in real world, with more always trumping.
Posted on Jul 18, 2012 1:48 PM