The imac mid 2011 computers have four sdram slots in the bottom of the computer and come with at least 4 gb ddr3 sdram installed as two 2gb dimms into two slots. This was an mb ram upgrade for my mid year 2011 imac. Introduced in may 2011, the imac mid 2011 models improved on the previous imac mid 2010 line, adding quadcore processors across the line. Although imac late 2006 accepts up to a 2gb sodimm in each of its two. For complete specs on a particular system, click the name of the mac. The maximum version of mac os x, os x, or macos supported by each g3 and later mac follows. Now this is the the mid 2011 i5 and i7 imacs, only. Meet the increasing demands of your applications with more apple imac intel 21. The site says 2gb but some retailers sell a 4gb upgrade.
I currently have 3gb of ram installed, just adding a 2gb stick to the existing 1gb. Owcs stepbystep video of how to install memory in the apple 21. Owc memory is the highest quality apple imac ram memory available in australia. Macs by maximum supported version of mac os x os x. Join me and watch this video as we cram 4 8gb ram modules into my 27 imac. Are you unsure which ram is suitable for your imac. What is the maximum ram that the 2011 21 imac can take. Save money by trading in your original memory chips for a cash rebate. For imac mid 2010 and imac mid 2011, use 2gb or 4gb ram. For imac mid 2010 and imac mid 2011, use 2gb or 4gb ram sodimms of 33mhz ddr3 sdram in each slot. Is using mid 2012 macbook pro ram in mid 2011 imac 27 an.
The 27 late 2012 through late 2014 imacs, including the imac 5k retina display, utilize ddr31600mhz memory. If you have the 27 imac mactracker says it supports up to 32gb, even though apple only says it supports 16gb. Quickly find which os x versions are compatible with your mac model and year. Find up to 128gb ram memory and 2tb ssd storage for your imac.
Like the 2011 macbook pro upgrade, the imac gets the sandy bridge treatment. The actual maximum ram for each apple imac with complete specs a click away. Duomeiqi 8gb kit 2x4gb pc310600 ddr3 33mhz sodimm ram upgrade for amd intel laptop, macbook pro 1517 inch earlylate 2011, imac 21. Actual maximum ram of all imac models macs by capability. Mac specs by capability actual maximum ram imac models. The imac mid 2011 were also the first desktop macs to include the new highspeed thunderbolt io port. Upgrade the memory of nearly any imac, macbook pro, mac pro, or mac mini. For all macs that are compatible with a specifc maximum. Owc 16gb 4x4gb pc310600 ddr3 33mhz sodimm 204 pin memory upgrade kit for mid 2010 2011 21. Although apple states that the capacity of each slot is 4gb for a total of 16gb, owc and. We also have step by step videos of how to install your mac memory. Given the heatdissipating volume of the imac s allinone form factor, apple only offers a. The actual maximum ram of each imac is listed below along with its compatible ram type, default amount of ram preinstalled, common identifiers suitable to identify a imac in order to determine its ram capacity, and more. I then remembered i also have a inch mid 2012 macbook pro.
I know this is from years ago, but i wanted to see if this. We always send matched modules, when you order 2 or more. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple imac 21. The best place to buy ram for your macbook or imac. Join me and watch this video as we cram 4 8gb ram modules into my 27 imac 2011.
Apple refers to these systems as the late 2009, mid2010, mid2011 and. Perhaps you needed one for work or school, or perhaps you just couldnt stand windows anymore. I recently came into possession of a 27 inch mid 2011 imac. We provide expert advise on the right ram for your mac including imac, macbook pro, mac pro and guarantee that the memory we recommend will be compatible with your mac. Maximum ram for a macbook mid 2007 what is the maximum ram that a macbook mid 2007 2. I am planning to get 4 4gb ram modules 1 for each slot since i realized that i could install the 2 existing 2gb modules in my wifes 21. To get the best performance and speed from your imac, upgrade to the maximum memory. By expanding the ram, also otherwise known as random access memory, you increase your imac s computing power. The 2011 imac family released in may of that year came in 21. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple imac 2. Imac mid 2011 confusing ram installation apple ios os.
For imac mid 2010 and imac mid 2011, use 2gb or 4gb ram sodimms of 33mhz ddr3 sdram. Apparently it has to do with the 64 bit operation and the quad design of the cpu. Macram is australias only dedicated mac memory and mac ram store. Memory tradein rebate send us your old memory when you upgrade and well give you a rebate. Owc, a reputable memory retailer, started selling 32gb upgrade kits for the 2011 imac last year. Published on dec 20, 2012 upgraded the ram memory of my imac 21. Crucial 16gb kit 2 x 8gb ddr3l33 sodimm memory for mac. What is the maximum ram for my imac intel 27 emc 2429 mid 2011.
I am considering upgrading to the max capacity now however, i am getting conflicted reports as to how much this puppy can take. It is high performance and also rigorously inhouse lab tested by owc to ensure superior quality, perfect. It is listed as being able to support 32 gb of ram. For all macs that are compatible with a specifc maximum supported version of mac os x courtesy of s ultimate mac sort click the os of interest. It only has 4gb ram and i have been pricing compatible memory modules online. Please click the like button and subscribe my channel. How to buy a cheap imac or macbook macintosh how to says. In its macbook pro lineup apple offers a maximum of 8gb ram. Ive checked the ifixit part list for my machine listed below.
Although imac late 2006 accepts up to a 2gb sodimm in each of its two memory slots, the computer only supports 3gb total memory. Memory upgrades for apple imac 2011 up to 32gb owc. Here we are updating a 27 imac 2011 to 32gb of ram. The imac 11,3 with i5 or i7 processor has a maximum. You probably got a mac for reasons completely unrelated to gaming. With most macs these days, soldered memory chips mean that whatever ram you want, you have to buy it from apple when you order the machine.
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