Macbook 2008 Can't burn dvds what are my options and how much ram can I upgrade to

[lilchub101]

Hey all I have a 2008 macbook that is under applecare until 2012 It did not come with a dvd burner I would have bought one with a dvd burner but I did not by this my school did and gave it to me so my question is what is the best way for me to get dvd burning support on here is it a usb exturnel thing or what? I would also like to burn DVD-DL dual layer because I am a video student and what to be able to burn big dvds

My other question is how much ram can I upgrade to? crucial.com said i need DDR2 PC2-5300 and that I can hold 4gb but I have seen some posts that say allot of the macs can hold more then apple says is this true? if so how much can I upgrade to and where should I buy it

ps this is my mac Model Identifier: MacBook4,1

 

[shady825]

Apple doesnt support more than 4 but people do it.

EDIT: Just saw you have the Plastic one.. I think that one IS capped at 4gb... Not sure tho.. Someone here will


You could get an external or internal dvd drive I believe. Whatever you prefer..
You have a CD-ROM drive already right?

 

[flopticalcube]

Understanding Intel Mac RAM - Mac Guides

6GB max.

 

[lilchub101]

yeah I can burn cds and read dvds I would like it to still be uner applecare so I guess I need to fine an external drive or enclosure maybe some one has a preference or a good site thanks all

 

[shady825]

yeah I can burn cds and read dvds I would like it to still be uner applecare so I guess I need to fine an external drive or enclosure maybe some one has a preference or a good site thanks all

Yea that would be your best bet then I guess...
Unless Apple installs it then your Apple Care should stay in tact but Im sure the external would be cheaper.

 

[flopticalcube]

newegg starting at $33.

 

[lilchub101]

I'm sorry I did not see that the $60 one could do DL thank you