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Q: Question about adding memory

I would like to max out the memory on my iMac. Has anyone installed more memory? How difficult is it and do you all have any recommendations as far as what I need and where to purchase it? Thanks so much. I run Photoshop CC 2014 and Dreamweaver together.

IMAC 27inch

Processor 3.2 GHz Intel Core i3

Memory 4GB 1333MHz DDR3

Graphics ATI Radeon HD 5670 512MB

W80445Q6DB6

iMac, Mac OS X (10.7.5)

Posted on May 7, 2015 10:00 AM

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  • by Johnb-one,Helpful

    Johnb-one Johnb-one May 8, 2015 8:03 AM in response to webgypsy
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    May 8, 2015 8:03 AM in response to webgypsy

    yes, I've installed more memory and it should be pretty easy. If memory serves me, at the bottom of your imac below the screen, just above the foot in the bottom of the iMac's outer case, there's a little cover. Undoing that cover reveals 4 slots.  The max memory you can install in your iMac is 16 gigs

    (4 sticks of 4 gigs each). The only tool you should need is a phillips (cross point) screwdriver. It may help to rest the iMac on a pillow and be careful.

     

     

    The type of memory is "DDR-3, 1333 Mhz SODIMM" , and is available from CanadaRam, MacSales,  and other places. It's very important to know what kind of iMac you have for sure. some of 'em will take up to 32 gigs and some of 'em will only take 16 gigs maximum.  IMHO, seeing as how the price is around $200, you might as well go for the most memory you can.  the job should be done in as little as 20 minutes and yes, you can do it yourself. It'll be worth it !!

     

    John B

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    Phil0124 Phil0124 May 7, 2015 10:21 AM in response to webgypsy
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    May 7, 2015 10:21 AM in response to webgypsy
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    webgypsy webgypsy May 8, 2015 8:05 AM in response to webgypsy
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    May 8, 2015 8:05 AM in response to webgypsy

    Thanks everyone! I appreciate your help. The information is most helpful. I love my iMac, but a lot of the programs that I use are RAM hogs including Photoshop, so I definitely need to upgrade.  It definitely sounds do-able. Thanks again!