Remember to push in the RAM from the middle.
Before you start, you’ll need to gather a Phillips #00 screwdriver and a spudger. Start by turning over your MacBook Pro and removing all 10 screws. Remove the cover; you’ll see that the RAM is located right next to the battery switch (unhook this before proceeding), right above the battery. Push the tabs on either side of the RAM outward, and it’ll immediately pop up. Carefully pull each SO-DIMM out toward you. Repeat this step for the RAM seated on the bottom. Then insert the new RAM by pushing each stick in and pressing down until you hear a click-pop. Make sure that the RAM is properly seated before sealing it up; otherwise your Mac won’t start.
For more detailed, step-by-step instructions: maclife.com/mbp_ram
Carefully pull the RAM straight out of the slot.
Before you start, you’ll need to gather a Phillips #1 screwdriver and a spudger. After unhooking all cables, hold the sides of the iMac and slowly lay it down. Remove the three screws securing the RAM access door on the bottom part of the display, then carefully pull it out to remove it. Use the sharp tip of the spudger to gently pull out the black tabs out of the memory bay. Then pull the black plastic RAM tab toward you to eject the RAM module. Grab the SO-DIMM by its edges and pull it straight out of the slot, repeating this process for the second module (if there is one). Then insert your new RAM. You should hear a slight click when it’s properly seated. Tuck the tags back in and reseal the memory access door.
For more detailed, step-by-step instructions: bit.ly/ifixit_imac
Unplug your Mac. Pull the tab on the back up toward you, then carefully remove the side panel door. Latches on the processor door can be pulled out and toward you to reveal the seated RAM. The slots should be filled in chronological order with no gaps in between, based on the two nifty diagrams from Apple (below).
RAM configuration for a quad- or 6-core Mac Pro.
RAM configuration for a 8- or 12-core Mac Pro.
Make sure that your DIMMs are properly seated before reinstalling the processor tray. Push it in until the latches are at a 45-degree angle, then close them and replace the side panel.
For more detailed, step-by-step instructions: maclife.com/macpro_ram
RAM in the Mac mini works just like the MacBook Pro.
Like the MacBook Pro, the RAM inside the Mac mini uses zero insertion force. Simply place your thumbs in the appropriate depressions on either side of the Mac mini’s bottom cover, then rotate counter-clockwise to open it. Pop the RAM out by releasing the tabs on each side and then pulling the chip out of its socket. Repeat this for the second RAM chip. Then follow these instructions in reverse order to get everything installed.
For more detailed, step-by-step instructions: bit.ly/ifixit_macmini
davey
July 12, 2011 at 7:41am
They why do we get pushed towards "apple certified" ram? Should it matter? or what information do we need to find/ask to find good non-certified(cheaper ram).
For instance Quantum Technologies(no relationship)has apple cert 16gb (2x8gb)kit PC1333, sodimm, 204pin, 199.99$ for value, 295.99 premium line, and on the "apple certified" side 1599.99 for value, 1999.99 for premium line(hypermedia). for comparison OWC 1419.99 for a 2x8gb kit for MBP.
I do know OWC uses 8layer pcb which is supposed to be more stable than 6layer as used in standard Crucial ram on newegg and probably many other cheaper brands. Other than that i'm not sure what else.
regardless of reason if I wanted to maxout my mac what do we need to know.
MacNewton
June 28, 2011 at 6:34pm
Heads up for non-techs, ESD will kill your computer. Professional Mac techs are well trained in this area, although some of them don't follow this procedure. A good tech will. Keep this in mind when you see someone handling RAM without protection. Remember, EST may not kill your computer right away, but it may give you problems down the road. Test your RAM after installing.
Short for ElectroStatic Discharge, ESD is one of the few things an individual can do to damage or destroy his or her computer or hardware components. Much like the shock you receive when rubbing your feet on the carpet and touching something metal, ESD can occur when working in your computer and will cause components you touch to no longer work properly. ESD can occur without the user feeling a shock and will only occur while working on the inside of the computer or handling RAM.
How to help prevent ESD
The best method of preventing ESD is to use an ESD wrist strap or use a grounding mat or table. However, because most users do not have access to such items, we have included the below steps to help reduce the chances of ESD as much as possible.
If after working inside your computer or adding new RAM your computer no longer boots properly, the problem may be damaged RAM - If you did't know about ESD, you may have damaged the strip.
purplemaizenjm
June 22, 2011 at 5:49pm
Thank you for the information... I did have the guide in my computer but somehow it got deleted... Thanks again.
