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Help me switch!

I've been reading through these discussions and I've noticed that quite a few people are posting that their new iMacs are freezing. How unusual is this? I'm about this close to switching (picture my fingers about a millimeter apart) but I have become a bit concerned after reading these posts.

I hope this post is taken in the spirit it was given.

pending, Windows XP, help me switch?

Posted on May 14, 2006 2:44 PM

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sjesser Author

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May 14, 2006 6:07 PM in response to Eric Kracinski

HTML.....those dreaded 4 letters. LOL

Masna

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May 14, 2006 6:08 PM in response to sjesser

Dreaded? HTML's cake. I'm a web developer, and the easiest part of developing is coding the HTML.

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May 14, 2006 6:12 PM in response to Masna

My bad.....I didn't realize Eric had provided a hyperlink. Thanks! I went to the site and it appears that their prices are much more reasonable. Are the sticks of RAM fairly easy to install in an iMac?

BTW....I suppose I simply never took the time to learn how to code web pages or anything for that matter. Eh....there are never enough hours in the day!

Masna

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May 14, 2006 6:16 PM in response to sjesser

Yes, RAM is very easy to install on an iMac. Your users' manual comes with detailed instructions, including pictures and what not. There's two slots on the bottom of the iMac solely for RAM sticks. You basically just pop the RAM right on in.

No worries; I know what you mean. 😉

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May 14, 2006 6:19 PM in response to Masna

When you say, "two slots on the bottom of the iMac" do you mean I won't have to open anything up?

Masna

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May 14, 2006 6:20 PM in response to sjesser

You will. You simply have to unscrew a latch on the bottom covering the RAM slots. But, no, you won't have to actually split the iMac in half to put more RAM in.

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May 14, 2006 6:26 PM in response to Masna

Outstanding!

Masna

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May 14, 2006 6:30 PM in response to sjesser

It's called "Apple." Get used to it. 🙂

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May 14, 2006 6:34 PM in response to Masna

I 'gotta tell 'ya, Masn....I am really stoked! I can't wait to go to the Apple Store tommorow! I'll probably visit Apple's website about a bazillion times tonight.

BTW....how many RAM slots does the iMac have. It appears that I can get a gig. of RAM at OWC for about $113 which is pretty darn cheap.

May 14, 2006 6:57 PM in response to sjesser

The Core Duo iMacs have two RAM slots under that door on the bottom. As Masna said, remove two screws, remove the door, take out the stock RAM, and add the new RAM. Piece of cake.

Be sure to hold onto that stock RAM. Apple has a history of blaming user installed RAM for problems should you have to take it in for service. Besides, if something does happen to your Mac and it needs replacing, you don't want your RAM dissappearing.

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May 14, 2006 7:00 PM in response to sjesser

There are 2 slots available,

So if you ever plan to go more than a gig, be sure to buy a 1 gig stick and just have the 1.5, otherwise if you choose to go higher down the road you will need (2) new sticks of ram since you will have (2) at 512.

I just bought 3 iMacs last week for a station at my business (2) 17's and (1) 20" and they are quite amazing machines.

Oddly enough Windows seems to run faster on a mac than it does on a PC lol..

Cheers!

May 14, 2006 7:03 PM in response to SFLA99

"...be sure to buy a 1 gig stick and just have the 1.5, otherwise if you choose to go higher down the road you will need (2) new sticks of ram since you will have (2) at 512."

Good advice. I always tell people to max out one slot when doing an upgrade also. Helps keep costs down long term.

"Oddly enough Windows seems to run faster on a mac than it does on a PC lol.."

I have read that too and found it very interesting myself.

I guess it goes to show that Macs are better. Not just with OS X, but with Windows too - LOL!

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May 14, 2006 7:17 PM in response to Eric Kracinski

Wow....you guys are definately 'gonna get the "helpful crew of the week award!" Thanks for the advice and I will take it! I'm 'gonna fill that empty slot with a gig. or RAM.

You guys have been so cool. I think I'm 'gonna dig being a part of the Mac community.

NMG

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May 14, 2006 8:53 PM in response to sjesser

I've had my iMac for 2.5 months now and not one freeze or crash. Don't worry, you'll love it!

May 14, 2006 9:57 PM in response to sjesser

"I think I'm 'gonna dig being a part of the Mac community. "

I think you already are diggin' it!

I have found it to be one of the many benefits of using a Mac. The community is indeed wonderful. There is no shortage of people waiting to lend a helpful hand.

Stick around and you'll be helping out sooner than you think.

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