If your machine is indeed a mbp unibody mid 2010, heres the specs. Macbook pro inch, mid 2010 and macbook pro inch, mid 2009 number of memory slots. Xcode on a mid 2010 macbook pro hello all, would a mid 2010 macbook pro with 4gb of ram not sure about the rest, probably a base model though be powerful enough to develop with xcode. Mid2010 macbook promc374lla vs mid2012 macbook promd101lla im looking to buy a new macbook primarily to use for schoolwork so i only need it for programming, reading pdfs, word docs and many tabs of chrome. Any mid2010 macbook pro i5 or i7 is limited to a maximum of 8gb ram. The glass trackpad is the same one found in the previous generation of macbook pro models.
Originally, the maximum possible ram configuration was 8 gb. If youre talking about the current macbook pros that apple sells, the maximum ram is 16 gb. Whats the status on a 16gb ram install for a 15 mid 2010 i7. Memory card specifications double data rate small outline dual inline memory module ddr3 format30mm 1. Owc says their 16gb ram is compatible, while a crucial system check suggests that the ram is not compatible.
I believe there is an efi limitation in os x mountain lion that will not allow the 2010 i5i7 macbook pros to be upgraded over. I see a lot of conflicting information about installing 16gb ram on a mid 2010 15 i7 2. Owcs stepbystep video of how to install memory in the apple macbook pro mid 2010 unibody. While owc maxram configurations exceed apples officially supported maximums, all owc brand memory upgrades are assured to perform flawlessly and are covered by a lifetime advance replacement. How to install memory into the macbook pro inch mid 2010. For best performance, fill both memory slots, installing an equal memory module in each slot. Technical specifications for the macbook pro inch core 2 duo 2. I am wanting to upgrade the logic board on my macbook pro mid 2010 with the one from the macbook pro mid 2012.
Make offer 8gb 2x4gb ddr3 laptop ram for macbook pro mid2009 2010 mb990lla mc374lla 8gb 2x4gb ddr3 ram memory for apple macbook. Your macbook pro can hold a maximum of 8 gb of ram two 4 gb modules. Memory apple mac memory mac pro 2010 mac pro mid2010. Replace the ram on your mid 2010 macbook pro 15 unibody. Mar 30, 2017 macbook pro inch, mid 2010 and macbook pro inch, mid 2009 number of memory slots. In this video, i talk a bit about my new to me macbook pro mid 2010 and show you how to replace the hdd to an ssd and change out the ram. If you have a 2010 macbook pro core2duo , then you are in luck and you can upgrade to 16gb ram. Introduced in april 2010, the macbook pro inch, mid 2010 replaced the macbook pro inch, mid 2009. Jul, 2014 member since jul , 2014 location las vegas, nv posts 59 your macs specs 17 macbook pro 6.
Macbook pro 15 unibody mid 2010 ram installation crucial. How to upgrade macbook pro ram 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. The actual maximum ram of each macbook pro is listed below along with its compatible ram type, default amount of ram preinstalled, common identifiers suitable to identify a macbook pro in order to determine its ram capacity, and more if you are not sure which macbook pro you have, and the model identifier and emc number. Macbook pro 15inch, mid 2010 technical specifications can be found at apple. Introduced in april 2010, the macbook pro 15inch, mid 2010 was primarily a speedbump of the the macbook pro 15inch, mid 2009. Macbook pro is the only pro model to retain the intel core 2 cpu the bigger macbook pro models ship with intels new i5 cpu and can be custom ordered with the more powerful i7. By default, 6 gb of ram is installed as six 1 gb modules. They steadily ratcheted up performance but internally the devices are very similar.
Improvements included faster core 2 duo processors, a faster graphics chipset, larger hard drives, and more ram on the base model. This is a brief video on how to upgrade or replace ram in macbook pro computer. Apple officially supports 32 gb of ram in this model, but it actually could support 64 gb of ram. Macbook early 2015 or newer macbook air mid 2012 or newer macbook pro with retina display mid 2012 or newer mac mini late 2012 or newer imac late 2012 or newer imac pro 2017 mac pro late 20 or newer boot camp. What battery is compatible with a mid 2010 17 inch macbook. The following items are also compatible with this product internal hard drives.
The ram upgrade procedure for the mid2009, mid2010, early 2011. Whether that would make a difference or not depends upon what you do with your macbook pro. Ram memory upgrades 8gb kit 4gbx2 ddr3 pc3 8500 1067mhz. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple macbook pro inch, mid 2010 free us delivery. As there appears to be conflicting information from crucial and owc of the compatability of 16gb ram with this model macbook pro. To locate the model identifier in software, select about this mac under. Macbook pro unibody mid 2010 ram installation crucial. By upgrading, i wish to increase the processor speed, maximum ram, graphics capabilities, thunderbolt and have usb3. Improvements included faster processors, improved graphics chipsets, and larger hard disks for the low and midrange models. System information apple macbook pro inch 201004 2. Interested in using these videos on your site view our video usage policy. Yes, unfortunately, 8gb is the maximum ram our models can take.
Jan 17, 2019 you can use an sdxc card in windows 7, windows 8, and windows 10 with these mac computers. Buy 16gb 2x8gb ram memory compatible with apple macbook pro core 2 duo 2. Macbook pro mid 2010 ram upgrade apple ios os help. Replace the ram in your macbook pro unibody mid 2010. Can we upgrade the ram of a inch macbook pro nonretina to.
Nov 15, 2019 order the right ram for your inch macbook pro. The macbook pro user guide states i need, pc38500 ddr3 1066 mhz type ram i have found some crucial ram for a good price and would like to purchase it however this ram is, pc38500 ddr3 1067 mhz type ram. Apple obsoletes mid 2010 15inch and 17inch macbook pros. Mid2010 macbook promc374lla vs mid2012 macbook promd101lla close. Btw, all current macs except the macbook air and mac pro use 204pin ddr3 sodimm ram, which does not vary in size, unless one modifies it manually via saw or stone. Dates sold, processor type, memory info, hard drive details, price and more. Please note the maximum accepted ram expansion before. Apple macbook mid 2010 replacement laptop keyboard keys. Owc maxram memory certification max out your mac ram. Mbp design puts all the ports and a battery indicator on the left side, leaving the right side for the sata superdrive.
Oct 27, 2016 there are quite a few tradeoffs coming from a macbook air, including a couple hours less battery life, but the new inch macbook pro is actually a smaller computer. Mc371lla, mc372lla, mc373lla mid 2010 macbook pro s. Macbook pro unibody mid 2010 ram replacement ifixit. Memory free delivery possible on eligible purchases. I have mavericks on my inch mid 2010 macbook pro with a 2. Sep 03, 2012 the upgrade was done from 4gb original manuf. Buy memory ram upgrades for your apple macbook pro inch, mid 2010 2. Mc371lla, mc372lla, mc373lla mid 2010 macbook pros. You can use an sdxc card in windows 7, windows 8, and windows 10 with these mac computers. Jan 31, 2020 the best ram for an old macbook pro in 2020. Owc maxram memory upgrades for 2010 mac mini, macbook, and 2.
Macbook pro unibody 20082012 macbook pro retina 20122015 macbook pro wtouch bar a1706. Mid2010 mc374lla macbookpro7,1 a1278 2351 all macbook pro inch models all 2010 models dynamically compare this mac to others. I would like to develop apps but i have a windows computer and a mac virtual machine wasnt cutting it so i was considering buying my friends old macbook. I believe there is an efi limitation in os x mountain lion that will not allow the 2010 i5i7 macbook pro s to be upgraded over. Buy 4gb memory ram for apple macbook pro inch, mid 2010 laptop memory upgrade limited from seifelden. Atech for apple 8gb kit 2x 4gb ddr3 1067mhz 1066mhz pc38500 sodimm memory ram upgrade for macbook, macbook pro, imac, mac mini late 2008, early 2009, mid 2009, late 2009, mid 2010 models 4. We provide expert advise on the right ram for your mac including imac, macbook pro, mac pro and guarantee that the memory we recommend will be compatible with your mac. Macbook pro models after 20 are unable to add extra ram due to that they have nonremovable internal memory. Mid2010 macbook promc374lla vs mid2012 macbook pro. Macram is australias only dedicated mac memory and mac ram store.
Boot camp show a window without checkbox for create a windows 7 or later version install disk. Ram upgrading in a 2010 17 macbook pro is fairly straight forward. As things stand now, you can upgrade the ram yourself in the following mac models. Testing conducted by apple in april 2020 using preproduction 1. Max your macbook pro unibody mid 2010 with 16 gb ram. Macbook pro mid2010 overview and ssd and ram upgrade. It is specifically the macbook pro mid2010 mode 7,1 that i am interested in. Upgrade bundle includes all the parts and tools needed to mod your laptop.
Pro core2duo, then you are in luck and you can upgrade to 16gb ram. System information apple macbook pro inch 2010 04 2. From 2009 to 2012 apple changed little about the way the inch macbook pro was made. About the sd and sdxc card slot on your mac apple support. So the same basic procedure applies for installing ram in any of these devices. The owc maxram certification program determines the maximum amount of memory that can be installed in a mac as validated by a series of comprehensive, inhouse laboratory tests. Originally, both the official and actual maximum ram was 8 gb. Allows boot camp installations of windows 10 on supported mac models.
The actual maximum ram of each macbook pro is listed below along with its compatible ram type, default amount of ram preinstalled, common identifiers suitable to identify a macbook pro in order to determine its ram capacity, and more. Check mactracker for the maximum ram of all apple computers, including what apple says is the maximum and what the actual maxim. A quadcore cpu does not take more room, but it consumes more power and generates more heat tdp. You can use a usbc card reader, or a combination of a usbc to usb adapter and a usb card reader. Although every effort is made to provide the most accurate and useful information in owc videos, no warranty, expressed or implied, is made regarding accuracy. Mid 2010 mc374lla macbookpro7,1 a1278 2351 all macbook pro inch models all 2010 models dynamically compare this mac to others. Macbook pro early 2011 and later macbook pro models from 2016 and later dont have a builtin sd card slot. Macbook pro mid 2009mid 2012 macbook pro 15 late 2008mid 2012 macbook pro 17 all models imac 17 all models imac 20 all models imac 21.
Mac specs by capability actual maximum ram macbook pro models. I have the matte 1680x1050 display, just preretina. Any mid 2010 macbook pro i5 or i7 is limited to a maximum of 8gb ram. The mid 2010 mac mini will run 33mhz ram, and so will any other geforce 320mbased mac mid 2010 macbook and mbp. There are quite a few tradeoffs coming from a macbook air, including a couple hours less battery life, but the new inch macbook pro is actually a smaller computer. As there is the possibility of confusion here, lets elaborate on those requirements. Whats the status on a 16gb ram install for a 15 mid 2010. Apr 11, 2018 as things stand now, you can upgrade the ram yourself in the following mac models.