I see what you mean. That's actually 2 x 8GB modules. Nice, I didn't know the MBP supports up to 16GB. very good to know. A bit overpriced though.

Guys, ive just stumbled across this piece of info: http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=1109412

Apparently now the late 2008 MBP 2.4ghz (the one im using) can already support 8gb of ram. Previously only 6gb. Can anyone confirm this? If this is true im gonna get a pair soon

So far MBP max is just 8 GB, maybe the latest model could max to 16 GB. I'm using 8 GB it's more than enough. Most of the time i only use 4 GB and free 4 GB, max usage so far is up to 6 GB only. Most of the time i open PD+WinXP , MS Excel, Adobe PS, Safari, Itunes and some background aps. PS i can open a lot of picture before it max out 8 GB.

our board only read 6GB at max
limit by hardware

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Added on March 17, 2011, 1:04 pmknew this earlier, just happen to create a bootable copy of any media

This post has been edited by cRazYee: Mar 17 2011, 01:04 PM

that's what i thought too. but after reading the comments on that page, im wondering if anyone here had any success

dun want to be the guinea pig

means if we have 8gb also it will only run 6gb max?

Thanks for the advice.

I have upgraded my MacBook unibody:

1. Stock 2 GB RAM upped to 8GB (4GB X 2) Corsairs. About RM270.
Salesperson helped to change the RAM. My 1st Mac, so it was educational to see how it is done.
We tried 4GB first and then 8GB - not sure if it will work. - It works!!.
Result: Noticeable faster. I don't have heavy duty programs but still pleased with the result.
Recommend RAM upgrade for best bang for the buck outcome.

2. Replaced Stock Hitachi 160GB 54000 rpm with Hitachi 500GB 7200rpm drive.
Sourced from OWC, Also got an external USB 3.0 casing and back-up software bundle promo.
Altogether RM354 including shipping. Worth it as a comparable WD 7200rpm at that time was RM260+ (but no stock!!).
Only problem - had to wait almost 1 month for shipment to arrive.
Thanks to Soon Wai's advice, the installation was a breeze, using the new HDD in external casing first, doing a carbon copy clone and then switching the HDD inside. Some steps in between but Carbon Clone is very good in doing step by step guide.
Boot up, and all is well.
Except MS Office 2011. Lost activation and had to reinstall from ori disc again. Then all is OK. Not sure if other programs are affected as I have not tried them all since changing the HDD.
Result of HDD upgrade - not as noticeable as RAM upgrade. But much more space now. Drive is also very quiet like the stock drive.

Will use old HDD as back up disk and continue. No more hardware upgrades - I think.

Thank you Soon Wai. Appreciate your tips as it helped me to prepare.

This post has been edited by ben16: Mar 21 2011, 12:29 PM

nice upgrade...
5400 to 7200 i think not much different in term of speed. but if u go for SSD u can feel it.

ram i do agree more ram make it smoother...i feel faster when opening files

Thanks for the lots of info here guys.

I just upgraded my Macbook Aluminum Unibody (Late 2008 Model) a week ago with 8GB of RAM. Didn't want to take the risk of non-certified Apple RAM due to my heavy reliance on my Macbook to do photoshop, so I bought 4+4 Kingston KTA Module at Cycom Low Yat. I've also upgraded to 500GB WD Scorpio Blue and reinstall Snow Leopard.

Pushed it to the limit with 20+ Safari tab, heavy 24layer photoshop work and Red Alert 3, so far, no problem at all.

@belakios - does your Unibody Alum MacBook show 8GB of RAM? The one and only Unibody aluminum MacBook only support up to 6GB of RAM with Apple officially said only support up to 4GB.

Yes, it shows 8GB RAM. The secret? Is all here!

How i wish there is a "like" button on the side of this comment.

Some problem with mushkin ram in mbp

http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1761195

thanks for confirming this i've asked about this firmware on the previous page hehe. good to know it actually works

how much did u buy the KTA rams for?

RM580 total. At Cycom Mac only shop.

I have 2010 mbp 15inch i5. Was thinking to upgrade my RAM, right now im using the default ram(2x2gb 1067 dd3). Is it possible to upgrade to 8gb 1333 DDR3?

^ you can, just that it'll downgrade 1333mhz to 1066mhz automatically. try to find 1066mhz if u can, those might be ~rm30-50 cheaper i guess. if cannot find just buy 1333mhz lah

Alright, thanks!

hi guys,

thinking to upgrade the 4gb ram of the MBP to 8gb. is there any shops in LYP that actually does trade-in (take the old RAM back?)? or do i need to sell them over at garage sales?

thanks...

lowyat plaza is selling the 1066 at rm 125 only..1333 is riskier for error.

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Added on March 29, 2011, 3:30 pmi don't think there is any that accept trade in. Even if they do i think the price will chase u away..

This post has been edited by kuekwee: Mar 29 2011, 03:30 PM