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#REPLACE RAM MACBOOK PRO MID 2010 HOW TO#
#REPLACE RAM MACBOOK PRO MID 2010 UPDATE#

The OS plays a part in how memory is supported and in this case OS 10.7.5 ‘Lion’ or later (including 10.8.x ‘Mountain Lion) is a requirement for upgrading beyond the original 8GB factory maximum. Using our complete online memory guide, you may also review and quickly determine the available memory options for nearly any Mac model. If your Model ID matches one of those listed above, it is among those now newly supported for the 16GB Max.

#REPLACE RAM MACBOOK PRO MID 2010 HOW TO#

If you are unsure of which model you have, these instructions will show you how to quickly find out. 13” MacBook Pro (Mid 2010) – ModelID: MacBookPro7,1.MacBook (Mid 2010) – ModelID: MacBook7,1.Mac mini (Mid 2010)/Mac mini Server (Mid 2010) – Model ID: Macmini4,1.A Mac mini, MacBook, or 13” MacBook Pro from 2010Īt this time, 16GB MAXRam Certified Support is being Expanded to now include specifically these three 2010 models: the proper specification memory modulesĪs there is the possibility of confusion here, let’s elaborate on those requirements.

#REPLACE RAM MACBOOK PRO MID 2010 UPDATE#

the latest EFI firmware update for your system.

In the case of the 2010 Macs, here’s what you must have: Just like with those Late 2008 MBP models, your Mac needs to meet specific criteria for this to work. A while back, we had a similar instance with the Late 2008 MacBook Pros, wherein having the proper OS version and a particular firmware update allowed you to max your RAM out at 8GB vs. This isn’t the first time something like this happened, however, after the fact enabling such a benefit. While these systems were originally factory limited to 8GB, the right Apple OS version, current EFI update(s), and correct spec/build memory modules now enable them to support and have the full benefit from up to 16GB of installed memory. These Macs are now OWC MaxRAM Certified for up to 16GB with this OWC 16GB Memory Kit available now and specifically qualified just for these Mac models.

Do you have a 2010 Mac mini, 13” MacBook or 13” MacBook Pro? Can you benefit from more than 8GB of memory? If you answered yes to both, you will be pleased to know that extensive qualification in our test lab has concluded.