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Steadmuffin
Jul 27, 2005, 12:25 PM
I want to up the ram at some point on the 12" iBook I just ordered, and this ram looks particulary pleasing. Nice and cheap. Anyone know if it is compatible?

http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=504478&Tab=2&NoMapp=0
note: all prices in Canadian dollars.

SimpleTech 512MB PC2700 DDR 333MHz SODIMM Memory
Memory Module Specifications

Memory Size
512MB

Memory Speed
333MHz PC2700

Memory CAS Latency
2.5

Memory Type
DDR-SODIMM

Pins
200

I'm not going with Crucial because the ram they recommend is a lot more expensive. I live in Canada and therefore have to pay the hefty exchange rate.



powerbook911
Jul 27, 2005, 12:39 PM
All the specifications match. There is no reason to believe it won't work. I'm sure you'll be enjoying a speedier iBook soon. Enjoy.

CanadaRAM
Jul 27, 2005, 12:40 PM
It's impossible to say whether this RAM has the SPD settings correct for Macintosh compatibility.

I recommend that you choose your RAM from a dealer who tests and guarantees Mac compatibility in writing. You may pay a bit more, but compared to PC Generic RAM that may need to be sent back if it doesn't work you'll save time, trouble and shipping charges and/or restocking charges.

Thanks
Trevor
CanadaRAM.com

grapes911
Jul 27, 2005, 12:44 PM
All the specifications match. There is no reason to believe it won't work. I'm sure you'll be enjoying a speedier iBook soon. Enjoy. I agree. But...I don't see a Mac guarantee. Thus, you are on your own.

Steadmuffin
Jul 27, 2005, 12:48 PM
It's impossible to say whether this RAM has the SPD settings correct for Macintosh compatibility.

I recommend that you choose your RAM from a dealer who tests and guarantees Mac compatibility in writing. You may pay a bit more, but compared to PC Generic RAM that may need to be sent back if it doesn't work you'll save time, trouble and shipping charges and/or restocking charges.

Thanks
Trevor
CanadaRAM.com

Would you suggest buying from, say, CanadaRAM.com? ;)

CanadaRAM
Jul 27, 2005, 12:50 PM
Would you suggest buying from, say, CanadaRAM.com? ;)
I certainly wouldn't disagree, I have it on excellent authority that they know their Macs... ;)