Ok. So my mother has an early 2008 iMac (24", 2GB RAM 800MHz DDR2, 2.8GHz, 8800Gs) and needs some more memory. Apple Support states that the maximum supported memory is 4GB. However, I know that some machines can utilize more memory than the stated maximum, while others have a hard limit. Can I put in 8GB of RAM? Will it all be utilized, or would I only have access to 4GB even with 8GB in? Thanks!
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Quick iMac RAM question
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You can find specs on all Apple products, including maximum RAM:
- By visiting EveryMac.com: Actual Maximum RAM
- By selecting your model on the Crucial Memory Advisor Tool to find RAM information
- By entering your serial number here to find specs for your model.
(Be aware that some models can use more RAM than Apple shows. Check EveryMac to verify actual usable RAM.)
No you need 1x2gb slot 1 1x4gb slot 2. if add 2x 4gb will run alright till use ram intensive app. then get kernel panics and comp seizing up needing major reboot. as it says max 6gb.(been there got tee shirt.) also got spare 4gb ram spare.