If you have one of the following Mac models, you cannot upgrade the RAM in some cases, such as the Mac Mini, it is possible but quite difficult :. In essence, the newer your Mac model, the less likely it is that you can upgrade the RAM. Many Macs look alike, so you should check the exact model that you have before you start shopping for RAM. Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner of your screen and choose About this Mac.
On the resulting Overview tab, you'll see the name of your Mac at the top of the information. This will be something like MacBook Pro inch, This page shows how much memory you have installed, as well.
To avoid any mistakes, you should also get the exact model identifier for your device. To do this, click the System Report button. Then, in the Hardware Overview section, look for the Model Identifier field. This will be something like MacBook7, 1.
Due to the sheer number of Mac models available, we can't give exact details on the correct RAM for every machine. However, you'll find a variety of sites that make finding the right sticks of RAM for your model easy. This allows you to select your Mac model to find compatible RAM.
You'll see the Macs each kind of RAM works in, along with easy videos on how to replace it. The company even offers trade-in value for your old RAM. As an alternative, have a look at Crucial's memory hub. Here you can either enter your computer info found earlier or download a scanner tool that checks for you. For more detailed guides, have a look at iFixIt's Mac Repair page.
You'll find detailed steps for RAM upgrades here. When buying RAM, compatibility with your system is vital. Not every type of RAM will work in every Mac computer, so it's important to make sure you buy a component that's suitable.
Otherwise, you could go through all the effort to upgrade the RAM and end up with an unusable computer. This is why we recommend buying from a store that specializes in Mac RAM upgrades. You might be able to shop around and get a better price for RAM found on the above sites. If you do so, make sure you search by SKU so you don't end up buying something that's slightly different. We recommend staying away from cheap, junky RAM with few or poor reviews.
The few dollars you save isn't worth the risk of bad RAM bringing down your system. Finally, you'll need to buy the right amount of RAM for your system. In many cases, this exceeds the "maximum" value provided by Apple. This page also details how many memory slots your machine has; most MacBook models have two slots. To take advantage of dual-channel memory, you'll want to buy two sticks that add up to your desired total.
How much RAM you should buy depends on your needs. If you often multitask, and your computer supports it, jumping to 16GB is a good idea.
Finally, let's review the general process for the actual RAM upgrade in your machine. As mentioned, we can't go over the instructions for every single Mac model. Check the resources mentioned above for more specific instructions. Below we'll provide a basic overview of how this looks on a mid MacBook. Most iMac models have a convenient window to access the RAM compartment, making it even easier than on a laptop.
While working, beware of static discharges , which can damage computer components. Make sure to ground yourself on a metal object before you start this process, and work on a static-free surface. Apple Silicon is Apple's new lineup of processors for the Mac platform.
Michael is an editor for 9to5Mac. Since joining in he has written more than 3, articles including breaking news, reviews, and detailed comparisons and tutorials. April 6.
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