How to upgrade macbook pro ram 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. I believe there is an efi limitation in os x mountain lion that will not allow the 2010 i5i7 macbook pro s to be upgraded over. I believe there is an efi limitation in os x mountain lion that will not allow the 2010 i5i7 macbook pros to be upgraded over. Corsair mac memory 2x4gb 1066 mhz ddr3 macbook mid 2010 intel core 2 duo. Previously, apple had only offered the pro model in 15 and 17 inch varieties starting in 2006, but decided to upgrade. If you have a 2010 macbook pro core2duo , then you are in luck and you can upgrade to 16gb ram. Any mid2010 macbook pro i5 or i7 is limited to a maximum of 8gb ram. Congratulations, you and your macbook pro were made for each. With touch id on your macbook pro, you can quickly unlock your mac and make purchases using your apple id and apple payall with your fingerprint.
Although every effort is made to provide the most accurate and useful information in owc videos, no warranty, expressed or implied, is made regarding accuracy. The macbook pro unibody mid 2010 memory maxxer ram upgrade kit includes all the parts and tools you need to upgrade to 16 gb of ram. Interested in using these videos on your site view our video usage policy. Apple macbook mid 2010 replacement laptop keyboard keys. This is the best place to read macbook pro a1278 user manual before service or repair your product, and we hope it can be fixed perfectly. However, i was hoping to use the applespecific crucial ram i linked in the op. Mid2010 mc374lla macbookpro7,1 a1278 2351 all macbook pro inch models all 2010 models dynamically compare this mac to others. The macbook pro unibody mid 2010 comes with 4 gb ram standard, and accepts a maximum of 8 gb.
How to instructions and videos to upgrade the ram in mid2009. Dates sold, processor type, memory info, hard drive details, price and more. The mid2010 mac mini will run 33mhz ram, and so will any other geforce 320mbased mac mid2010 macbook and mbp. Macbook, all information from the other mac will be transferred to one partition. How to install memory into the macbook pro inch mid 2010. Apple macbook pro laptops from 2010 come with internal storage capabilities that extend from 2gb ram to 2tb ram. Testing conducted by apple in april 2020 using preproduction 2. Any mid 2010 macbook pro i5 or i7 is limited to a maximum of 8gb ram.
You can easily read this on your windows desktop, macs, ipad and most ebook reader. Apple macbook pro intel core 2 duo 2gb memory laptops for. Max your macbook pro unibody mid 2010 with 16 gb ram. If your macbook pro is still running with only the stock ram.
Memory card specifications double data rate small outline dual inline memory module ddr3 format30mm 1. The macbook inch line was released in may of 2006, and serves as a replacement to the popular ibook line of laptops. Dec 19, 2012 over at this macbook thread mwhities was able to install 16gb into a mid 2010 macbook 2. Press the power button briefly to turn on your macbook pro. User manuals, apple laptop operating guides and service manuals. Macbook pro unibody mid 2010 ram installation guide id. The macbook line is primarily geared towards your average consumer and thus has generally lower specs than its big brother, the macbook pro. Applies to models from 2006 to 2012 with ram up to 16 gb. Owcs stepbystep video of how to install memory in the apple macbook pro mid 2010 unibody. This manual is ideal as replacement for a missing copy and for you to learn more about your product. The ram chip should pop up slightly from its socket.
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Upgrade bundle includes all the parts and tools needed to mod your laptop. Add ram to your apple macbook pro with a memory upgrade. Previously, apple had only offered the pro model in 15 and 17 inch varieties starting in. Step 2 slightly lift the lower case and push it toward the rear of the computer to free the mounting tabs. Macbook pro unibody mid 2009 ram installation guide id. If your macbook pro doesnt turn on, see if your macbook pro doesnt turn on or start up. Macbook pro mid2010 overview and ssd and ram upgrade in this video, i talk a bit about my new to me macbook pro mid2010 and show you how to replace the hdd to an ssd and.
Over at this macbook thread mwhities was able to install 16gb into a mid 2010 macbook 2. Jul 14, 2010 published on jul 14, 2010 owcs stepbystep video of how to install memory in the apple macbook pro inch mid 2010 unibody with model id. Power button it takes the macbook pro a few moments to start up. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple macbook pro inch, mid 2010 free us delivery. And this youtube video of a very similar cpugpuwise 2010 macbook pro that also proves core 2 duo with mountain lion can and does accept 16gb applespecific ram from owc.
Get your hands on this manual which is the same used by experts and technicians. Replace the ram in your macbook pro unibody mid 2010. Originally, the maximum possible ram configuration was 8 gb. Published on jul 14, 2010 owcs stepbystep video of how to install memory in the apple macbook pro inch mid 2010 unibody with model id. Mid 2010 mc374lla macbookpro7,1 a1278 2351 all macbook pro inch models all 2010 models dynamically compare this mac to others. After it starts up, setup assistant opens automatically. Specifically, as discovered by owc, the inch mid 2010 macbook pro models and only the inch models the macbook pro core 2 duo 2. Aug 16, 20 and this youtube video of a very similar cpugpuwise 2010 macbook pro that also proves core 2 duo with mountain lion can and does accept 16gb applespecific ram from owc. If you have a 2010 macbook pro core2duo, then you are in luck and you can upgrade to 16gb ram.
Macbook pro unibody mid 2010 ram replacement ifixit. If the cable from your external display, hard drive, camera, or other device doesnt connect to your mac, you might need an adapter. You can also select from several different screen sizes, like. I ordered an 8gb upgrade of the pc38500 ram, it seems i got the macbook pro and macbook ram specifications mixed up. Shows as having remaining apple warranty until july 24th 20these units are professionally refurbished. Use caution when you transfer applications so that you dont overwrite later versions of the applications already installed on your macbook. The laptop is completely wiped and then the operating system is reinstalled. Macbook pro inch, mid 2010 and macbook pro inch, mid 2009 number of memory slots. At the time of writing this manual, the macbook is available in two colors. There are a number of components in the macbook pro unibody that can be cost effectively upgraded. Step 5 ram pull the two ram retaining arms away from the center of the ram chip. I have read where some folks have upgraded their ram in 2009 macbooks successfully. Apple macbook pro inch workshop service repair manual. I believe there is an efi limitation in os x mountain lion that will not allow the 2010 i5i7 macbook pro.
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