RAM upgrade for a iBook G4 933 Mhz

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RAM upgrade for a iBook G4 933 Mhz

I have a
Machine Model: iBook G4
CPU Type: PowerPC G4 (3.3)
Number Of CPUs: 1
CPU Speed: 933 MHz
L2 Cache (per CPU): 256 KB
Memory: 384 MB
Bus Speed: 133 MHz
Mac OSX 10.3.9.

I want to upgrade the memory. Do I have to take out the existing memory?
Do I have to add two modules or just add one new module?
How much can I put in, 1Gig?
What tyoe of memory do I need and the bus speed?

Thanks for your help.

iBook G4 933 Mhz Mac OS X (10.3.9) 384 MB DDR SDRAM

iBook G4 933 Mhz Mac OS X (10.3.9) 384 MB DDR SDRAM

Posted on Jul 18, 2006 6:52 AM

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Answer 1

Duane

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Jul 18, 2006 8:43 AM in response to sbmachine

sbmachine, Welcome to the discussion area!

Your iBook has 128 MB of RAM soldered onto the motherboard which is not removable or changeable.

Your iBook also has a single RAM expansion slot. You will need to replace the 256 MB that is in that slot with a larger capacity device.

Apple reports a maximum RAM of 640 MB (installing a 512 MB SO-DIMM) but users report that it will work with a 1 GB SO-DIMM to give you 1.128 GB of total RAM.

Your iBook G4 requires PC2100 SO-DIMM 200-pin modules. DealRam.com and RamSeeker.com list the current RAM prices from Mac knowledgeable vendors with lifetime warranties.

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sbmachine Author

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Jul 18, 2006 12:05 PM in response to sbmachine

Has there been any problems getting a 1GB to work in the machine or just plug it in and it is ready to go?

Thank you for your help.

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Answer 3

Jul 19, 2006 4:15 PM in response to Duane

Xcuse me for butting in - this might be helpful also to sbmarine:

To be absolutely clear about upgrading memory - I am just about to buy the Samsung 1GB recommended by OWC. However it is a PC2700.

Can the new 2700 live nicely with the original 128MB (which is PC2100) sewn in to the computer?

Thanks

Gordon

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