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Kingston ValueRAM
1 x 4GB, 1600 MHz, DDR3-RAM, SO-DIMM
Question about Kingston ValueRAM
Will this work memory fit with a MacBook Pro 15-inch Mid 2009?
Yes.
Short answer: Better buy RAM with the required speed (1066Mhz / PC3-8500); digitec item number 228615
Corsair ValueSelect (1x, 4GB, DDR3-1066, SODIMM 204)
Long answer:
Mechanically it would "fit" but unfortunately the MacBooks are a bit picky about exact speeds. Although theoretically the DDR3-1600 module would allow slower speeds, it is very likely not recognised at startup. Sometimes it works if at least one module is "only" 1066Mhz/PC3-8500 fast. Another possibility would be to manipulate the JEDEC configuration (with a special programme on a special mainboard) so that the "too fast" module is only recognised as 1066Mhz/PC3-8500. Conclusion: buy the right module (see short answer)...
Short answer: Better buy RAM with the required speed (1066Mhz / PC3-8500); digitec item number 228615
Corsair ValueSelect (1x, 4GB, DDR3-1066, SODIMM 204)
Long answer:
Mechanically it would "fit" but unfortunately the MacBooks are a bit picky about exact speeds. Although theoretically the DDR3-1600 module would allow slower speeds, it is very likely not recognised at startup. Sometimes it works if at least one module is "only" 1066Mhz/PC3-8500 fast. Another possibility would be to manipulate the JEDEC configuration (with a special programme on a special mainboard) so that the "too fast" module is only recognised as 1066Mhz/PC3-8500. Conclusion: buy the right module (see short answer)...
Thank you for the answer.
It is clear to me that the speed should fit.
However, when I check with Apple, I am given the following specifications for the RAM for my specific MacBookPro model (15", mid 2009):
Memory card specifications
- Double Data Rate Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (DDR3) format
- 30mm (1.18 inch)
- 2 GB or 4 GB
- 204-pin
- PC3-12800 DDR3 1600 MHz type RAM
This does not match your specification of 1066 MHz.
What is valid now?
Thanks in advance...
It is clear to me that the speed should fit.
However, when I check with Apple, I am given the following specifications for the RAM for my specific MacBookPro model (15", mid 2009):
Memory card specifications
- Double Data Rate Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (DDR3) format
- 30mm (1.18 inch)
- 2 GB or 4 GB
- 204-pin
- PC3-12800 DDR3 1600 MHz type RAM
This does not match your specification of 1066 MHz.
What is valid now?
Thanks in advance...