iMac needs new memory which one?

[Patth9]

I'm trying to help a friend upgrade his iMac's memory. It is confusing to figure out which memory stick for which iMac.

This is his Hardware overview
Model Name: iMac
Model Identifier: iMac5,1

Processor Name: Intel Core 2 Duo
Processor Speed: 2.16 GHz
Number Of Processors: 1
Total Number Of Cores: 2 

L2 Cache: 4 MB
Memory: 2 GB (currently 1 GB 2 halfs)
Bus Speed: 667 MHz
Boot ROM Version: IM51.0090.B09 SMC Version (system): 1.9f4

I think the correct memory is PC5300 DDR2 667MHz 200 Pin, but since I don't have hands on the computer to simply check the old memory sticks, I need to be sure before I order for him.

As always, I am grateful for help I often receive one MacRumors.

Patt

 

[\-V-/]

It is PC2-5300. Uses the same memory of the MacBooks from that generation. So make sure you are getting the smaller iMac sticks.

 

[DeltaMac]

Yes, you are correct about the memory specs.
200-pin PC2-5300 (667MHz) DDR2 SO-DIMM

 

[Patth9]

Thank YOU!

 

[Patth9]

Thanks to all the folks who helped me complete my ElCapitan venture. I came so close to not finishing. There were so many options, well intended, but thought at times my head was going to fall off.

Last night I checked YouTube once again; just needed more visual help. I found one https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McaJjAAo4DI
Along with the many other suggestions, I finally completed the task today around 3:00PM.

I hope if anyone comes looking for help, you share this link with them. I still can hardly believe that I finished the task.

Fishrrman OP: I did use your suggestions after I got the USB thumb drive working.

Matto. Never surrender- Never give-up.
Patt

 

[Fishrrman]

Here's a good place for RAM:
https://www.datamemorysystems.com/apple-imac-intel-memory-upgrades/

 

[MSastre]

I've always used Crucial with excellent results