HT201191: Install memory in an iMac
Learn about Install memory in an iMac
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Jul 11, 2015 7:38 AM in response to JRCYHby Niel,Buy the RAM from a source such as Crucial or OWC; you should check that the seller advertises compatibility with your Mac model before the purchase.
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Jul 11, 2015 7:49 AM in response to JRCYHby Russ H,★HelpfulAlso, I don't believe that Apple sells memory modules for 2008 iMacs any longer.
FWIW, I've never had any problems with memory purchased from either of the two companies Niel mentioned.
Russ
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Jul 11, 2015 9:28 AM in response to JRCYHby thesurreyfriends,Have you checked compatibility of the Graphics Card?
Graphics card compatibility for Final Cut Pro X, Motion 5, and Compressor 4 - Apple Support
The following is a small section from the link.
The following graphics cards are not OpenCL compatible and do not meet the OpenCL compatible graphics card system requirement for Final Cut Pro X, Motion 5, and Compressor 4.
Graphics Card Shipped In ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 MacBook Pro (Late 2006)
MacBook Pro (15-inch Glossy)
MacBook Pro
MacBook Pro (17-inch)ATI Radeon HD 2400 XT iMac (Mid 2007)
iMac (Early 2008)ATI Radeon HD 2600 PRO iMac (Mid 2007)
iMac (Early 2008)ATI Radeon HD 2600 XT Mac Pro (Early 2008) ATI Radeon X1600 iMac (Early 2006) -