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Can I replace PC3 1600 memory with PC3L 1600 memory? MacBook Pro mid 2012, i7 2.3 15"

Can I replace PC3 1600 memory with PC3L 1600 memory? MacBook Pro mid 2012, i7 2.3 15". I know PC3 memory runs on 1.5 volts, PC3L runs on 1.35 volts.

Are they compatible with my Mac?

MacBook Pro, OS X Mavericks (10.9.5)

Posted on May 2, 2015 2:02 PM

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Posted on May 2, 2015 3:18 PM

Macs are notoriously sensitive to their ram modules. Low voltage modules may work, but you are far better off sticking with the proper spec modules.


Best memory sources are OWC, http://www.macsales.com and Crucial, http://www.crucial.com

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Can I replace PC3 1600 memory with PC3L 1600 memory? MacBook Pro mid 2012, i7 2.3 15"

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