Random access memory is a temporary storage medium that your mac s cpu uses for fast access to data its processing. As it turns out, you can enable those model macs to recognize and use 8gb modules, for up to 16gb of memory. To remove and install memory in your mac mini late 2012, mac mini mid 2011, or mac mini mid 2010, use the following steps. The site made it easy to identify exactly which product i needed 8gb ram x2, arrived in my mailbox 3 days later earlier than expected, and the instructional video helped me complete the install in no time like, 5 minutes. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple mac mini intel core 2 duo 2. I really dont know much about this stuff or how it works but i would. Mar 04, 2015 most macs have two ram slots, each arriving filled, such that a 4gb mac will have two 2gb ram boards inside, and an 8gb mac will have two 4gb ram boards inside.
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It seems to recognize it correctly as 33mhz, but i guess the bus speed of 1066mhz limits it anyway. Atech for apple 8gb kit 2x 4gb ddr3 1067mhz 1066mhz pc38500 sodimm memory ram upgrade for macbook, macbook pro, imac, mac mini late 2008, early 2009, mid 2009, late 2009, mid 2010 models b00l3qe98e. To remove and install memory in your mac mini late 2012, mac mini mid 2011 or mac mini mid 2010, use the following steps. Upgrade your 2009 mac mini to up to 8gb of memory and your 2010 mac mini up to 16gb. Support for the following combination of maximum concurrent display setups. Get 3% daily cash with apple card, or get special financing. Mid 2010 mac mini 4,1 question ars technica openforum.
Learn how to remove or install memory into your mac mini computer. Today on memory chip retailer crucials website you can buy an 8gb kit for. The cpu can access data contained in ram much faster than it can data held. Upgradeability is excellent for ram, just spin off the base cover and snap in the ram. Random access memory is a temporary storage medium that your macs cpu uses for fast access to data its processing. Compare item 4gb ddr333 pc310600 cl9 sodimm laptop memory module apple memory select 2 to compare. Two displays with 4096by2304 resolution at 60hz connected via thunderbolt 3 plus one display with 4096. Mar 18, 2020 the mac mini has had the same dimensions for the better part of a decade, when the unibody mac mini was introduced in 2010, with its 7. Nov 05, 2010 the upgrade should work for any mac that allows 8gb of ram and accepts the following type. This 8gb kit will install on any mac that accepts a maximum of 8gb of 204pin 1066mhz ddr3 sdram, including many macbook pros, newer macbook, mac mini, and imac.
If your machine is indeed a mbp unibody mid 2010, heres the specs. May 25, 2016 240gb ssd and 8gb of ram upgraded on a 2010 mac mini. In this video i upgrade the apple mac mini june 2010 model from 2gb to 8gb of ram, using crucial technology memory. Youll want to doublecheck that itll work with your specific mac, but it should be compatible with most models bought within the last two years. Apple mac mini a47 desktop june, 2010 customized for. Memory upgrades for 20092010 mac mini unibody models. Atech 16gb kit 2x 8gb ram for apple mac mini mid 2010.
This would include the new mac mini, imac, macbook, and macbook pro. The upgrade should work for any mac that allows 8gb of ram and accepts the following type. Mac mini mid 2010 ram upgrade 4gb or 8gb apple community. With up to 8gb of memory, mac mini supports twice the memory of the previous generation. An apple mac mini memory upgrade includes 2gb, 4gb, 8gb and 16gb dimms for mac mini model ids 3. Tradein values vary based on condition, year, and configuration of your tradein device, are subject to change, and may require. Originally, both the official and actual maximum ram was 8 gb. Mac mini mid 2010 ram upgrade 4gb or 8gb more less apple footer this site contains user submitted content, comments and opinions and is for informational purposes only. So now you can run more applications at the same time. Other world computing announced today through its maxram program the immediate availability of 8gb and 16gb owc memory upgrade kits that enable owners of 2010 mac mini, macbook.
For example, if you have 2x 1gb pc8500 sticks in there, and you replace one of them with a 4gb pc10600 stick fastest speed this mac mini will run you will get a benefit form the extra memory, but not the full. Atech for apple 8gb kit 2x 4gb ddr3 1067mhz 1066mhz pc38500 sodimm memory ram upgrade for macbook, macbook pro, imac, mac mini late 2008, early 2009, mid 2009, late 2009, mid 2010 models 4. Dec, 2010 this 8gb kit will install on any mac that accepts a maximum of 8gb of 204pin 1066mhz ddr3 sdram, including many macbook pros, newer macbook, mac mini, and imac. Certain 2010 macbook, macbook pro, and mac mini models join. But does anyone know it its at all possible to actually put like 8. We provide expert advise on the right ram for your mac and other mac devices. Electronics free delivery possible on eligible purchases. To minimize the possibility of damage to the computer components due to static discharge, its important to wear an antistatic wrist strap while you work with your computers memory. Certain 2010 macbook, macbook pro, and mac mini models. Our free diy installation videos make upgrading easy. For example, if you have 2x 1gb pc8500 sticks in there, and you replace one of them with a 4gb pc10600 stick fastest speed this mac mini will run you will get a benefit form the extra memory, but not the full speed upgrade as both rams will operate at the speed of the 8500 stick. But does anyone know it its at all possible to actually put like 8 gbs or an 8 and 4 gb.
The 2010 mini is the first to have an internal power supply, no more power brick, and also the fist to support 16 gb ram. Aug 07, 2019 learn how to remove or install memory into your mac mini computer. Macram is australias only dedicated mac memory and mac ram store. Jun 23, 2010 in this video i upgrade the apple mac mini june 2010 model from 2gb to 8gb of ram, using crucial technology memory. Apple mac mini intel core 2 duo desktops for sale ebay. This would include the new mac mini, imac, macbook, and. Mac mini models have different memory ram installation requirements. Mid2010 mac mini runs fine on 33mhz ram macrumors forums. I did a search but could not find if anyone is using studio one on a mac mini. Apple mac mini june 2010 model crucial memory upgrade. The mac mini has had the same dimensions for the better part of a decade, when the unibody mac mini was introduced in 2010, with its 7. Gandalf, my mid2010 mac mini, has an intel core 2 duo p8600 processor and 8gb of ram. If the ram would run on 1066mhz, it should show up on system profiler, shouldnt it. To give greater confidence to other 2010 mbp users, here are details of what firmware is on my machine.
I know apple says 8gb total is the maximum, but is there anyone who has gone to 16gb and what is the effect. Find up to 16gb ram memory and 2tb ssd storage for your mac mini. Crucial 8gb ram upgrade for macbook pro, mac mini, imac. Nov 21, 2018 how to instructions and videos to upgrade the ram in aluminum mac mini models. Any mid2010 macbook pro i5 or i7 is limited to a maximum of 8gb ram. In this video i upgrade the apple mac mini june 2010 model from 2gb to. I know 8gb isnt really enough i tend to run lots of apps at the same time, but with the speed of the ssd, how much of a performance issue is swapping a lot. Maxing out the available ram if it isnt already is a good idea as well. Its also one of last to provide an internal dvd super drive. I know 8gb isnt really enough i tend to run lots of apps at the same time, but with the speed of. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple mac mini mid 2010 free us delivery.
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