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blkmac

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In my frustration (two hours of reading threads and posts!!!) I have come to my last resort... creating a new thread. I just recently ordered a MBP and like everything I own I can't keep it stock. I'm looking at replacing the ram but don't understand how to pick the right one. I know the new MBP are 1600 MHz, but I'm having trouble picking the right one as I really don't want to deal with mailing back returns and waiting. So I essentially have three questions:

1. Will any ram matching these specs work:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231582

2. What ram or suggestions do you suggest?

:confused: :confused: :confused:

PS: I know 16 GB isn't necessary, but I figure I might as well max it out. Also, fwiw I have ordered an Intel 330 240GB SSD that will be installed once the mac gets here.
 
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sydenham

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Yes it will work. The reccomended ram is supposed to be 1.35v however most people have luck with 1.5 variants. For the sake of saving yourself a hassle pay 20 dollars more and pick up some Corsair at Frys. That is if you have one local to you....
 
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blkmac said:
In my frustration (two hours of reading threads and posts!!!) I have come to my last resort... creating a new thread. I just recently ordered a MBP and like everything I own I can't keep it stock. I'm looking at replacing the ram but don't understand how to pick the right one. I know the new MBP are 1600 MHz, but I'm having trouble picking the right one as I really don't want to deal with mailing back returns and waiting. So I essentially have three questions:

1. Will any ram matching these specs work:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231582

2. What ram or suggestions do you suggest?

:confused: :confused: :confused:

PS: I know 16 GB isn't necessary, but I figure I might as well max it out. Also, fwiw I have ordered an Intel 330 240GB SSD that will be installed once the mac gets here.
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that RAM will work
 
T5BRICK

T5BRICK

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Looks like that RAM has a couple of good reviews from Mac users. That's probably the first place I'd be looking. Corsair and Crucial make good memory too.
 
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blkmac

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Sep 21, 2012
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Thanks for the speedy replies.

sydenham said:
Yes it will work. The reccomended ram is supposed to be 1.35v however most people have luck with 1.5 variants. For the sake of saving yourself a hassle pay 20 dollars more and pick up some Corsair at Frys. That is if you have one local to you....
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Never even considered Fry's. I'll head there and pick one up. Thanks.

One question, is Corsair considerable better or is it just the convenience factor?
 
bobcan

bobcan

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blkmac said:
Is mushkin a reliable brand? Never heard of it. Also does CAS Latency 11 make a difference from CAS 9.
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Mushkin is absolutely Very Reliable.. they have been around for many years, and are located in Denver, CO area.. Made in the USA baby!! ** says the Canadian!! :D

http://www.mushkin.com/About-Us.aspx

What your computer should likely have in it, according to the 'RAM Calculator' on their page:

http://www.mushkin.com/Memory/Essentials/997038.aspx

** All I can honestly say is that I am 'led to believe' the CL9 vs CL11 will not be as noticeable as going down to a slower RAM speed (mine could take 1333/10,600) and the 'PC3L' designation is for Low Voltage (1.35v) which the MBP's are designed for, as opposed to 1.5volt.. :apple:

Mine works great, all I can tell you from experience.. Sorry!!
 
T5BRICK

T5BRICK

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blkmac said:
Is mushkin a reliable brand? Never heard of it. Also does CAS Latency 11 make a difference from CAS 9.
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Mushkin is good, Corsair is good. CAS 9 should be faster than CAS 11, but on a Mac they may both be running at the slower speed anyway.

Just watch for sales at Fry's. I bought some Crucial RAM for my mid 2009 MacBook Pro there a few months ago and it ended up being cheaper than Amazon or Newegg.
 
Badrottie

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blkmac said:
In my frustration (two hours of reading threads and posts!!!) I have come to my last resort... creating a new thread. I just recently ordered a MBP and like everything I own I can't keep it stock. I'm looking at replacing the ram but don't understand how to pick the right one. I know the new MBP are 1600 MHz, but I'm having trouble picking the right one as I really don't want to deal with mailing back returns and waiting. So I essentially have three questions:

1. Will any ram matching these specs work:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231582

2. What ram or suggestions do you suggest?

:confused: :confused: :confused:

PS: I know 16 GB isn't necessary, but I figure I might as well max it out. Also, fwiw I have ordered an Intel 330 240GB SSD that will be installed once the mac gets here.
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how THICK is your head? Did you break the wall? Picture? :apple:
 
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snaky69

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Mar 14, 2008
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blkmac said:
In my frustration (two hours of reading threads and posts!!!) I have come to my last resort... creating a new thread. I just recently ordered a MBP and like everything I own I can't keep it stock. I'm looking at replacing the ram but don't understand how to pick the right one. I know the new MBP are 1600 MHz, but I'm having trouble picking the right one as I really don't want to deal with mailing back returns and waiting. So I essentially have three questions:

1. Will any ram matching these specs work:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231582

2. What ram or suggestions do you suggest?

:confused: :confused: :confused:

PS: I know 16 GB isn't necessary, but I figure I might as well max it out. Also, fwiw I have ordered an Intel 330 240GB SSD that will be installed once the mac gets here.
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If you're not running out of RAM at the moment, you're throwing money away at the wall along with your head, you know?
 
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