Q: Mac Pro 6.1 Memory config for upgradeability
Hi All,
Keen on purchasing a new Mac Pro 6.1 but want some guidance on Memory configurations that will allow for an upgrade path for more memory. The apple memory installation guide for Mac Pro (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT205044) shows configs with most, or all, of the RAM slots populated.
Ie. 16GB = 4GB x 4 slots. / 32GB = 8GB x 4 slots. The issue with purchasing a Mac Pro with this config is there is no room for expansion without replacing ALL existing RAM modules. Especially given that the 8GB 'UDimm' module can't co-exist with the 16GB 'RDimm' module.
A. If I wanted a workstation with 32GB Ram
Is it possible to purchase 32GB as 2 x 16GB RDIMMS, to leave 2 slots free for future expansion to the full 64GB (RDIMM Max)?
B. If I wanted a workstation with 16GB Ram
Is it possible to purchase 16GB as 2 x 8GB UDIMMS, to leave 2 slots free for future expansion to 32GB (UDIMM Max).?
If possible, how is this done through the Apple Store, or does a Reseller need to place a special BTO (Build to Order) config?
Please advise.
Thanks,
Matt.
Posted on Sep 10, 2015 4:38 PM