Hi i have had my mbp for about 3 years now and i was just wondering if it would be worth it to add more ram to it?
current specs:
2.4ghz duo
2gb ram 667 mhz ddr2 sdram
200 gb hd @ 5200rpm
model number: A1260
the reason i am asking this is because my mac is alot slower now than when i first bought it
thank you
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Almost certainly yes, but I have to ask where are you experiencing the slowness? Any specific apps?
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After 3 years use i suggest a fresh install of the operating system that with the extra ram will ensure you see a nice speed boost.
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its gets slow and laggy after a few hours of web browsing and sometimes it just gets frozen and i get an error asking to report or ignore and also sometimes my storage space just gets filled up by itself when im not even downloading anything
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can you take screen of the error message or tell us what it says ?
Also try cleaning the inside of it for dust. slow downs like that sound like over heating to me. -
its something like this; found pic on google
p.s how do i clean the interior?Attached Files:
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I'm guessing thats just the look of the error message,but not the actual error,I'm trying to say when you get that error message it's not about firefox is it? because the actual error is whats important
And to clean the best tool is a can of compressed air...though i must admit the only laptops I've ever owned are alienware,so maybe someone more familiar with your laptop can chime in and talk you through the process,Its usually very simple.
Generally speaking,take of the back cover off see where the fans are and blow air into them and watch all the funky dust come flying out. -
ok thanks dude
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need to wait to get an error lol
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you can use the ifixit hard disk replacement guide for a step by step disassembly instructions.
Installing MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Models A1226 and A1260 Hard Drive Cable - iFixit
In the very last picture you can see the two fans in back of the case. One left and one right blowing out the back. You can clean it as best as you can using compressed air or something else.
But be careful. Taking apart a Macbook Pro can be tricky the first time.
About your original question, 4gb of ram can improve some operations. Some applications such as Ms Office and Flash seem to take more ram in OSX than Windows.
But I don't think it will solve your error message. Reinstall the program that is having the error. Maybe repair permissions. If it doesnt help format the drive and do a fresh OSX installation. -
atm i have vista on bootcamp as well but if i was going to reinstall i dont want to keep vista, do i just install the mac os again and the windows will be wiped itself?
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If you used the bootcamp assistant to install windows you can simply remove windows by running the assistant again. For a step by step guide:
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Here's my educated guess: More ram, then an SSD.
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im not sure if my mbp is compatible with ssd because its like 3 years old :s
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It is compatible with the SATA2 SSDs without problems. You should update to the newest OSX as there seem to be some additional features for SSDs in the latest updates.
The newer SATA3 SSDs will work also but 'downgraded' to SATA2 so if you get an SSD go for SATA2.
An SSD upgrade will be more noticeable than going from 2gb to 4gb of ram, but also cost you a lot more. -
SSD are great but imo 2 gigs ram is just not enough these days 4 gig's + fresh install should make your system run real nice.SSD would be a excellent bonus
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if i install the 4gb ram and ssd would i have to then reinstall the os again?
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Upgrade the RAM to 4GB then get an SSD if you want to have a really "quick" laptop. Response times from the laptop will be greatly improved with an SSD. The laptop will boot faster, wake up faster, and open applications faster.
All you have to do is install the SSD, install the OS, then get an external enclosure for the hard drive, connect it to the laptop, and then pull all of your data off of the HDD onto the SSD. -
found this on crucial:
4GB kit (2GBx2), 200-pin SODIMM, DDR2 PC2-5300 memory module
Part Number: CT687602
Module Size: 4GB kit (2GBx2)
Package: 200-pin SODIMM
Feature: DDR2 PC2-5300
Specs: DDR2 PC2-5300 • CL=5 • Unbuffered • NON-ECC • DDR2-667 • 1.8V • 256Meg x 64 •
is this compatible with my system? and do you know any other UK or dealers who ship to UK?
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for ssd: intel or ocz or kingston?
want about 120gb any particular model? -
Another option would be Crucial's C300 128GB which is another very good drive in the same price and size range with SATA3 6.0Gb/s support. In the US, the Crucial is actually cheaper than the Corsair, so it is a very good choice.
I would check on ebuyer to see which drive is cheaper than the other and decide from there. Both drives perform very well.
Corsair Force 120GB vs Crucial C300 128GB - Anandtech SSD Bench
Corsair Force 120GB - ebuyer
Crucial C300 128GB - ebuyer -
W00t! just placed order for the cosair ssd and kingston ram! will let you guys know when i have installed it etc.
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You need 4GB these days. A decent measure of the right amount of RAM is if your system is using between 40-60% of available RAM during your medium to heavier loads. If you frequently go above 75%, then you need more.
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I am thinking of reinstalling / reformating my drive with the install disks.
Now, I know time machine does a backup but are there options there that you don't completely restore the computer to original settings but only restore application and files? I have some contact information in the calendar for example that I don't need from a backup. -
If not, you can always boot from the install DVD, and do a complete system restore from Time Machine if something doesn't work right.
Is it worth adding more ram to my old mbp?
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