Mid-2012 Macbook Pro 16GB RAM Upgrade How To

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  • @UDASAN1
    @UDASAN1 Před 2 lety +69

    Just upgraded an Apple MacBook Pro Mid 2012 from 4gb to 16gb and it took 21 Minutes from start to finish and it's the first time I have ever opened a computer so Thanks A Great Video { Your the first to say to disconnect the battery so thanks for that } 10 OUT OF 10

    • @papichulo5000
      @papichulo5000 Před rokem

      I have the same computer did you notice a big difference in speed?

    • @UDASAN1
      @UDASAN1 Před rokem +2

      @@papichulo5000 yes it runs a lot faster now really great

    • @ujjwal5191
      @ujjwal5191 Před 9 měsíci

      Is that ur hdd or ssd ?

    • @gauravsauran8260
      @gauravsauran8260 Před 5 měsíci +1

      Hey Buddy! Since your comment was a year ago, I wanted to know how is your Macbook running now? Just got myself the MacBook Pro Mid 2012 and was thinking to upgrade both SSD and Ram.

    • @UDASAN1
      @UDASAN1 Před 5 měsíci

      @@gauravsauran8260 it’s working great even still now just as fast and what a great way to upgrade but this is the only one really worth doing it to and I think the last before apple caught on and clamped down on this behaviour

  • @cjshammas4
    @cjshammas4 Před měsícem +1

    Upgraded my RAM and SSD today. Your videos were very helpful. The SSD caused me some trouble, I tried using a Time Machine backup to the SSD but that didn’t work. I somehow managed to restore the HDD to the SSD and that worked. Other than that, the RAM install was super quick. My laptop is moving so so quickly now! I’m so amazed at these small changes making a huge difference to my 2012 MacBook Pro.

  • @fuko3092
    @fuko3092 Před 2 lety +40

    This is a hard-earned money-saving video. Thank you, Rick...

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety +6

      I can't give everyone money but it sure feels good to help people save money. It also helps give extra life to older computers.

  • @audillelovemakeup
    @audillelovemakeup Před rokem +7

    I just wanted to let you know that you have made my day with this video. I needed to upgrade my RAM of my old MacBook Pro because I needed 16GB to install an RPG and I only had 4GB on it.. you're the GOAT

  • @connory94
    @connory94 Před rokem +4

    Ive never done anything like this before, but your video guided my through and nothing went wrong. My grandpa gave me his MacBook so I’m doing my best to make it last as long as it can!

  • @Idealist4789
    @Idealist4789 Před 2 lety +7

    10/10 instructions, everything worked like a charm the first time around. Thank you!

  • @garth1939
    @garth1939 Před 2 lety +17

    This is a very clear and to the point video. I especially liked your method of putting the screws back in. Turning the screws backward until you hear a click is something I learned 60 years ago when I was working as a radio repair technician. We had problems with screws in aluminum and plastics when they had to be repeatedly unscrewed and re screwed and the threads became striped if you did not hit the right thread. The same actually applies to all small screws, if you don't find the right thread, you'll end up in trouble. I often wonder if technicians are taught this simple technique or if each individual has to just find this out for himself.

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety +1

      I found it out for myself but I did deal with cross threaded lug nuts occasionally when I was an auto technician so I already had an aversion to cross threading. As annoying as cross threading is when a person uses the wrong size socket or screwdriver and screws up the fastener.

  • @ulovenyasia
    @ulovenyasia Před rokem +2

    Just changed my 2012 MacBook RAM this morning using this video! Thank you!!!!

  • @dijonstreak
    @dijonstreak Před 3 lety +7

    awesome...simple, clear and direct no frills in verbage thank YOU for an outstanding presentation VERY helpful. THEE BEST yet !!

  • @TheLookingOne
    @TheLookingOne Před rokem +1

    Hey RM,
    Excellent video !
    Detailed instructions, in proper order, and tips.

  • @eeshaan09
    @eeshaan09 Před 2 lety +1

    Still relevant in 2022. Thanks a ton!

  • @MrLebebe
    @MrLebebe Před 2 lety +1

    Congratulations, excellent video and fantastic feedback on each info, 5 stars!

  • @wholeheartedlybynadia
    @wholeheartedlybynadia Před 2 lety +3

    great video! never even opened my computer before but I was able to switch out my RAM myself

  • @Member966
    @Member966 Před 2 lety +1

    What a review! Thank you so much for sharing this instructions! ✌️

  • @McBoaster
    @McBoaster Před rokem +1

    Great video, easy to follow and worked well.

  • @waliish
    @waliish Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you for the video! everything was smooth except the unscrewing and screwing.

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety +1

      Yeah. The screws can be tricky.

  • @PenningrothCL
    @PenningrothCL Před rokem

    Worked like a champ, thank you!

  • @javierespinoza7075
    @javierespinoza7075 Před 2 lety

    thanks for sharing, i just upgraded my mac :)!

  • @modeltype29
    @modeltype29 Před 2 lety

    Couldn’t update Microsoft365 on my 2011 MacBook Pro so I found a $300 2012 that had. 1tb HD but only 4gb of RAM(2/2). I watched this and was able to take the 8gb(4/4) out of the 2011 and put it in the 2012 and the difference between the two machines speed is now night and day and I was able to get working versions of Microsoft365! Thank you for making it simple and easy!

  • @emmanuelgonzales524
    @emmanuelgonzales524 Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much for this!!!

  • @naughtystudios
    @naughtystudios Před 2 lety +3

    That was so easy. Thankyou.
    You’ve made me believe I can do this myself now. I’m going to have a go. Thanks again for the video

  • @nasif3089
    @nasif3089 Před 3 lety

    Worked perfectly. Thanks!

  • @neilmennie
    @neilmennie Před 6 měsíci +1

    Your videos really helped me upgrade battery and RAM. Thanks for that! On a different point, I noticed your power cable has black insulating tape around it. This made me laugh, as I use 4 different macbooks (home and work) and ALL have the black tape around the power cable 😀

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 6 měsíci +2

      It's too bad the computer can last so long but the power adapter only made it a few years before it needed that repair.

  • @mylesdobson2072
    @mylesdobson2072 Před 3 lety

    You earned yourself a subscription

  • @masonstorm3768
    @masonstorm3768 Před 2 lety

    Gonna upg my Mac now thank you

  • @devantewells2284
    @devantewells2284 Před rokem +1

    Hi, I have a question about your Solid State Drive video. Was wondering how did you transfer all your memory from your hard drive to a solid state drive. Thinking about updating my pro and your videos are really helping. Thank you

  • @liraco_mx
    @liraco_mx Před rokem +1

    Super helpful, I was wondering about the 16GB since officially it says 8. I needed that upgrade bad! (4GB stock :P )

  • @spinesafepilatesyoga
    @spinesafepilatesyoga Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you. This could not be clearer, succinct, step-by-step instructions. I've upgraded to 16GB - success!

    • @CARMINE_YT
      @CARMINE_YT Před 2 lety

      Hi,
      Did you use two different manufactured RAM modules? I have two different ones and was hoping the install would be OK.
      Thanks!

    • @spinesafepilatesyoga
      @spinesafepilatesyoga Před 2 lety +1

      Hi, I used 2 x Timetec RAM modules, sorry I don’t know whether different ones would work.

    • @CARMINE_YT
      @CARMINE_YT Před 2 lety

      @@spinesafepilatesyoga no problem! I just decided to play it safe and use two RAM cards of the same module :)

    • @spinesafepilatesyoga
      @spinesafepilatesyoga Před 2 lety +1

      @@CARMINE_YT Great! Glad it worked :)

    • @dreamyghostunderthemoon
      @dreamyghostunderthemoon Před 2 lety

      Does it improve gaming performance?

  • @krisykim1
    @krisykim1 Před 2 lety

    gracias . de los tornillos en sentido contrario hasta el click no lo sabia

  • @Dagroo
    @Dagroo Před 2 lety

    Thank you very much.

  • @pendujattbatman7294
    @pendujattbatman7294 Před rokem

    Thanks sir very nice 👍

  • @UltraSuperMegaChicago
    @UltraSuperMegaChicago Před 11 měsíci

    Great to know that can run with 16 gb!

  • @dxyrbncleic
    @dxyrbncleic Před 24 dny

    thanks a lot

  • @denizozucer8914
    @denizozucer8914 Před 2 lety

    thanks a lot!

  • @always-hike-up1845
    @always-hike-up1845 Před měsícem

    Rick- once I up grade the RAM to 8 gb and replace the SSD, can I then do a work around and upgrade the OS to at least Monterey? if so, can you post a video on how to do this- mid 2012 MBP 15"

  • @berc.
    @berc. Před 3 lety +1

    I've lost most of the screws on the motherboard and I don't know where to put which screw. I can't find it on the İnternet macbook pro a1278 i5...

  • @redactedredacted7684
    @redactedredacted7684 Před 3 lety +1

    Hi Rick, the Ram you recommend isn’t in stock (UK). Can you recommend another? Also, am I right that if you take out the original 4gb ram, I can put in two 8gb? Thanks

  • @calvinjackson414
    @calvinjackson414 Před 2 lety

    Fantastic video Rick. Absolutely excellent. I am having problems getting 2 of the screws to come out of my machine so that I can follow your suggestions. Any advice for that??

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety +1

      If the screws are stripped, you could google "rubber band stripped screw" to see a tip for removing them. If they aren't stripped yet, I would make sure you are using a properly fitting screwdriver. Then make sure you are exerting force inline with the screw. Put a fair amount of force down as you are turning. Needless to say, you need to be careful so you don't slip and injure yourself or damage the computer.

  • @zakariyarazi8247
    @zakariyarazi8247 Před 2 lety

    Thanks!

  • @Immushfiqurrahman
    @Immushfiqurrahman Před 2 lety

    Thanks man

  • @sydnimartin3335
    @sydnimartin3335 Před rokem +1

    saving my college education tbh!

  • @AaronPaul-pe5bt
    @AaronPaul-pe5bt Před 7 měsíci

    Excellent❤

  • @elijahjflowers
    @elijahjflowers Před 3 lety

    Thank you!

  • @taylormadeentertainment

    What if it reads the new memory upgrade but the MacBook turns on and off by itself? Or stays on for a bit and then turns off by itself?

  • @SusanAmberBruce
    @SusanAmberBruce Před 3 lety +1

    Good video thanks

  • @MarcoCastilloWorld
    @MarcoCastilloWorld Před 2 lety

    Thank you for the video Rick, now I'm encouraged to upgrade the ram on my Mid 2012 Mac Pro, would you recommend any other upgrade on those old machines?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety +1

      I would recommend upgrading the traditional hard drive with a solid state hard drive. While you're in there, not a bad idea to replace the hard drive cable too as they can go bad. Mid-2012 Macbook Pro (SSD) Hard Drive Upgrade How To: czcams.com/video/AU4sBfDHBA8/video.html , Mid-2012 Macbook Pro Hard Drive Cable Replacement: czcams.com/video/XbEiodR9igQ/video.html

  • @caribbeanvibez758
    @caribbeanvibez758 Před 2 lety

    Question I got this same 13inch mid 2012 should I get a 1.35 or 1.5 volts ram

  • @tasyalubis4764
    @tasyalubis4764 Před rokem

    Hi, Rick. I already changed my RAM after 3 beeps (trouble on bottom slot). Now, i can turn on my mac after turned off to shutdown mode. I have to plug out the battery socket to turn in on. How to fix this problem? I can find my way, thanks in advance

  • @hippieredneckco8282
    @hippieredneckco8282 Před rokem

    Please add to your title and description that this was for the 13", not the 15" retina. I believe there is a difference in compatability?

  • @voltatv1990
    @voltatv1990 Před rokem

    I have a macbook pro mid 2012, 4GB ram 1600MHz. I want to upgrade to a Kingstown 8GB DDR3 or 16GB. Which is better? Some people say that 16GB will not work fully properly, the processor can heat more. On the other hand, 8GB is cheaper and processor can run more efficiently. It we compare both performance, 8GB and 16GB in a such old Macbook doenst change a lot. And with the money i saved, i can replace my old HD to a SSD. What experts thinks about this? Cheers!

  • @kwanchanokR
    @kwanchanokR Před 2 lety

    pls help me .. What should I buy 8chips or 16chips?

  • @abuweraaimery1377
    @abuweraaimery1377 Před 2 lety

    Hy does MacBook Pro 2012 supports 32gb of ram?

  • @angrymoose3383
    @angrymoose3383 Před rokem

    New RAM, fresh SSD, my old MacBook is going strong again!

  • @briceplantagenest7273
    @briceplantagenest7273 Před 8 měsíci

    thx for the tips :) The kingston ram link sent me to a diferent model (french link) : KCP552US6K2 . Is this model also works for a 2012 macbook pro ? In kingston website it's not referenced for apple :/

  • @munyavomo4936
    @munyavomo4936 Před 3 lety

    Nice content man. Quick question, is there a way to replace a ddr3 with a ddr4 or ddr5 on this mac?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety +1

      RAM isn't backward compatible so you have to stick with DDR3.

  • @anguscanine5240
    @anguscanine5240 Před rokem

    What is the right ram? Can the speed be greater than 1600?

  • @pendujattbatman7294
    @pendujattbatman7294 Před rokem

    Sir I have one question I need help I have MacBook Pro mid 2012 inc 13 Catalina
    This ram now in side. ( ELPIDA
    JAPAN
    2GB 1Rx8 PC3-12800S-11-10-B2) and i buy 2 pes. hunix. 4 gb 2Rx8 PC3 - 128005 -11-12- f3
    It's ok or not thanks

  • @GS-kj6ur
    @GS-kj6ur Před 2 lety

    how did you download cantalina? I'm still on Sierra

  • @jamesbradburn3677
    @jamesbradburn3677 Před 3 lety

    Rick; thanks for the video. I looked on Amazon for the Ram components you recommended, but there is also a Mac Ram addition that looks the same, just less expensive. Also what is the L after DDR3 indicate?
    My MacBook Pro (Retina mid 2012)
    doesn't have enough memory left to upgrade to the next software version. Will going from 8 to 16GBs solve that?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety

      DDR3L is low voltage. 8GB or 16GB will run any version of macOS. I see you said "retina mid 2012". From what I understand, none of the retina macbooks have upgradable RAM.

    • @taitaimark4354
      @taitaimark4354 Před 2 lety

      @@Rickmakes so I can NOT upgrade the Ram on my My MacBook Pro (Retina mid 2012) I see something that says ECC: Disable Upgradeable Memory: No. So in other words I can not upgrade please advise thanks

  • @burnsyblues
    @burnsyblues Před 3 lety +7

    Oh my god i am so going to try this, my 2012 mac is unusable! I have hardly anything on it, even opening safari takes ages!!

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety +1

      If you haven't upgraded to an SSD, I would recommend that too. I have a video on it here: czcams.com/video/AU4sBfDHBA8/video.html

    • @dijonstreak
      @dijonstreak Před 3 lety

      ages. ??!! opening Safari. ?????!!!!! whoa. get rid of it !!!!!

    • @imagiraffe4870
      @imagiraffe4870 Před 3 lety +2

      go on and do it, just upgraded mine from 4gb to 16gb and it has been running like a dream, none of the previous problems whatsoever. More RAM solved my problems and I don't have need of an SSD given that most of what I do is just multitasking. But one thing you have to be prepared for is your Mac starting to heat up more often.

  • @baraahsinjab2968
    @baraahsinjab2968 Před 3 lety +2

    This was immensely helpful! thank you!
    Do you know if the mid-2012 MacBooks can handle 32, so 2 16gbs?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety +1

      I'm not sure about that. Intel says max is 16GB but that isn't always accurate.

    • @imagiraffe4870
      @imagiraffe4870 Před 3 lety +1

      logic board on a mid-2012 mbp can handle a maximum of 16gb

  • @TheGrafton12
    @TheGrafton12 Před 3 lety

    Rick, for home schooling for remote learning, is 4 to 8 GB sufficient or is 16 recommended? Thanks

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety +1

      Remote learning typically just uses a web browser. As such, you can probably get by with 4GB but I would keep other applications closed. If you need to switch between applications frequently, an upgrade to 8 or 16GB can be advantageous.

  • @RCALivingStereo
    @RCALivingStereo Před 2 lety

    Thank you!
    I just bought a nice 2012 MacBook Pro
    Only 4 gb of ram and if had a 1tb hd
    I want to start with the ram but also redo the hd to a ssd
    Do you have a video showing your Samsung hd install?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety +2

      I do. I also have a video on replacing the hard drive cable. If you have trouble after the SSD install, you might want to replace it. You can also just replace it at the same time as the SSD install. They are known to give people problems. Mid-2012 Macbook Pro (SSD) Hard Drive Upgrade How To: czcams.com/video/AU4sBfDHBA8/video.html
      Mid-2012 Macbook Pro Hard Drive Cable Replacement: czcams.com/video/XbEiodR9igQ/video.html

    • @RCALivingStereo
      @RCALivingStereo Před 2 lety

      @@Rickmakes wow
      Thanks my friend. Do I need to replace the cable ? I ask because I’ve seen others just reuse the one in it
      Perfect
      Thanks so much
      Funny I have a 2011 pro it has sierra on it
      4gb and 500 hard drive
      Works nice and fast
      The 2012 with Catalina has 4gb abs a 1tb hard drive abs slower on start up lol
      Very odd

  • @rbleegrip
    @rbleegrip Před 3 lety +1

    hey great vid, I already have 2 sticks of 4gb ram , but im keen to upgrade to evo860 samsung for the SSD , to boost performance and speed as well , do you think i would need to add the extra ram if im just browsing and watching movies etc, im not yet into all the editing stuff at the moment ???, cheers

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety +3

      RAM is most useful if you are switching back and forth between applications frequently. If you are usually doing one thing at a time, it is not as important.

  • @Aluna123
    @Aluna123 Před 11 měsíci

    Hello, I made the change I put one of 4gb ram 1rx8 pc3l and the other one was the same of fabric but now I have troubles with the battery and the keyboard, not all keys are working, any suggestion to like remove cmos(but im not sure if is possible remove the cmos) or what other thing i could do, thanks in advance was an gentle and clear explanation

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 11 měsíci

      Does the problem still exist if you put the original RAM back in?

    • @Aluna123
      @Aluna123 Před 11 měsíci

      @@Rickmakes thanks for the response mate!, unfortunately, yes. Maybe tomorrow I will clean and try to put a piece of plastic between the space of the memory holders.
      I was reading a book call Inside the machine, I would like to learn more about hardware, im pretty new in this of open laptops, If you have a book that do you like/know about this stuff I will really appreciate the suggestion, have a good one!

  • @kevintf2
    @kevintf2 Před rokem

    Hey thanks for the video.I just have a doubt whether it's to go above 16 GB Ram for the same mac-book mid 2012 model .Will it be compatible If I go for 24 GB or above??

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před rokem

      I haven't tried anything over 16GB with this model.

  • @khalidalharbi1880
    @khalidalharbi1880 Před 3 lety

    Do I need to disconnect the battery to change the RAMs? Or just change them with out disconnecting the battery?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety

      It is probably best to disconnect the battery.

  • @shay4341
    @shay4341 Před 2 lety

    Hey Rick quick question, what SSD card and RAM you recommend?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety +1

      I have the RAM is used in the video description. I have the SSD I recommend in the description of this video: czcams.com/video/AU4sBfDHBA8/video.html

  • @747lalit
    @747lalit Před 3 lety +2

    Apple says it can support maximum memory to 8GB. If I install 16gb would it cause any problems in future?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety +5

      Apple states the max is 8GB but the Intel processor in it lists the max as 16GB. I have been running 16GB in mine for around 8 years with no problems.

  • @movieaja5896
    @movieaja5896 Před 3 lety +1

    Which one is better, Kingstone or Corsair, and how was your experience with Kingstone?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety

      I think they have both good brands. I have been using Kingston for decades and have never had a problem with their RAM.

  • @xmnpower5318
    @xmnpower5318 Před rokem

    Hello
    I want to buy 2 pieces of 8 gb ram for my computer whose specifications are given below.
    Macbook pro A1278 13 inch 2.5GHz dual core mid 2012
    intel core i5 4gb 1600MHz DDR3
    67.6mm x 30mm (1.18") PC3-12800 DRR3
    1600 MHz type RAM.
    204pin
    2 gb of ram installed on my computer is the following model.
    m471b5773dh0-ck0
    For RAM at Apple support
    it says max memory 8gb Is this true?
    Can 16gb ram be added?

  • @fluid0
    @fluid0 Před 10 měsíci

    Great vid> I always told these models were impossible to upgrade due to the ram being soldered to the board? or is that bullshit to get you to upgrade the whole thing?? no doubt. Great video thanks

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 10 měsíci +1

      This is the non-retina model and it has user upgradable RAM. I think all retina models (from every year) have non-upgradable soldered RAM.

  • @paulogalvao1309
    @paulogalvao1309 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for this great video. Ordered the memory from your US Amazon link. They messed up. They sent 2 different memory modules... Not your fault. Just wanted to let you know

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety

      Hopefully they are able to get things straightened out for you.

  • @anupammahato1
    @anupammahato1 Před 2 měsíci

    hi, i have a query regarding the ram upgrade can i upgrade the ram to 12gb like one with a 8gb and another slot with a 4gb ram, would it work or i need to put both 8gb ram in

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 měsíci

      The Macbook Pro supports dual channel mode so it is going to give you a speed boost if you install RAM in matching pairs. That being said, it is probably better to have more RAM via an unmatched pair than to have less RAM but a matched pair.

  • @angeredtoast2901
    @angeredtoast2901 Před rokem

    Could you link a set of two 4 gigs I'm not sure I need 16

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před rokem

      Here is some 2x4GB RAM amzn.to/3Jqeaq7

  • @997306
    @997306 Před rokem

    Hi. Can you tell me please? I wanna upgrade ram my old macbook, but I don't know which RAM is best my macbook. Model no: A1278 Macbook Pro 13 inch. Mid:2012. Which RAM is best my macbook?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před rokem +1

      I have links to RAM listed in the description.

  • @asgrides4499
    @asgrides4499 Před 3 lety +5

    Just did this to my 2012 MacBook Pro 15inch and put 2 8gb total 16gb she’s running quicker for sure

  • @bravo2002fatboy
    @bravo2002fatboy Před rokem +1

    Will this stop my beach ball from spinning?

    • @eggianaa
      @eggianaa Před rokem +1

      yes, if you buy the 16gb version it will seriously reduce that

  • @Limian0
    @Limian0 Před 3 lety

    What about performance now? Big differences?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety +1

      Having 16GB of RAM is advantageous if you run multiple applications at once. For instance, if you are editing a photo in Photoshop, then you switch to a web browser to look something up. After that you start composing an email. Having more RAM allows your computer to switch between applications more quickly and can help them run smoothly. I prefer to max out RAM so I know it is running as optimal as possible. If the computer is just being used for web browsing and not much else, a RAM upgrade isn't as likely to make as big of a difference. My parents have this same computer and I upgraded them to 8GB as they aren't really power users.

  • @jayakrishnang5650
    @jayakrishnang5650 Před 3 lety

    Hi
    Can anyone advise upgrading RAM for Macbook pro 13" 2012 mid version, Maximum 32GB.?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety

      Supposedly the processor supports 32GB but I haven't tried it so I don't know if it works in this Mac.

  • @CoachT777
    @CoachT777 Před 2 lety

    I have a Macbook air mid 2012 4GB is it ok to upgarde to 16GB? and when i go to your affiliate link in the description it says operating system Windows 10 ? That's a error right?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety +1

      The memory used in Macs can also be used in certain PC models. I would look your computer model up on Kingston's website to see what they recommend. It will tell you the max amount supported by your system: www.kingston.com/unitedstates/us/memory

  • @juangonzales8848
    @juangonzales8848 Před 2 lety +1

    Anyone knows what size screwdriver he used for the screws?

    • @modeltype29
      @modeltype29 Před 2 lety +1

      Same one in most eyeglass repair kits

  • @TheRawat29
    @TheRawat29 Před 2 lety

    I have Macbook pro13-inch mid2012 which company ram will be supported plz, and also give some suggestion about battery same

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety +1

      I have a link in the description to the RAM I used.

    • @TheRawat29
      @TheRawat29 Před 2 lety

      @@Rickmakes ok 😊

  • @steelers6titles
    @steelers6titles Před 2 lety

    My MacBook is the same vintage. REALLY slow in downloaded webpages and live video streaming. Without 5G for me yet, and given that the microprocessor itself is not upgradeable (correct?), what can I do to speed up my machine (pretty much identical to this one) to stream current live video without problems, and downloading websites with a great deal of data? Will anything make a difference with 4G?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety +1

      Are you getting your internet over cellular? That could be what is slowing you down.

    • @steelers6titles
      @steelers6titles Před 2 lety

      @@Rickmakes I am, in fact. Wireless hotspot.

  • @mylesdobson2072
    @mylesdobson2072 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so much. Now I can continue to play league of legends on my mac

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety +1

      It feels good to give a computer new life.

  • @DeezNutz-zj3cu
    @DeezNutz-zj3cu Před 2 lety

    The link for the rams does it only come with 1 or it’s 2 for that price?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety

      The link in the description is for a single module.

  • @amball51
    @amball51 Před 3 lety

    Is there RAM that is faster than 1600 MHz that can be upgraded for this macbook Pro?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety

      As far as I know, that is the fastest RAM supported by this model.

  • @aaryanverma2029
    @aaryanverma2029 Před 3 lety +1

    Sir please can you share the link for India

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety

      Unfortunately I was unable to find the memory on Amazon India when I posted the video and I checked just now and still couldn't find it.

  • @villagebuay
    @villagebuay Před 3 lety

    is there a seagate ram model for this same device?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety +1

      Seagate doesn't make RAM. Do you mean Seagate hard drive? a Seagate SATA SSD should work in it.

  • @lelaymusic
    @lelaymusic Před 2 lety

    hi! is it possible if i buy an 8gb ram and use it together with its old 2gb ram?

    • @homienesh
      @homienesh Před 2 lety

      Hi, unfortunately you can't, RAM should be equal in both slots

  • @abelcorral803
    @abelcorral803 Před 2 lety

    I checked on apples website and for a mid 2012 MacBook Pro it states max memory is 8GB but it doesn't say if its overall of per slot? Can you upgrade to 16GB RAM?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety +1

      Yes. Apple states the max is 8GB but it works with 16GB. I have been running it that way for around nine years with no problems.

  • @lukeleon1203
    @lukeleon1203 Před 2 lety +1

    with this and the ssd upgrade can I install the newest OS ?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety +1

      It doesn't run the latest macOS. The most recent version this supports is Catalina. There may be ways to hack it and run newer versions.

  • @best2ish
    @best2ish Před 3 lety

    Does ddr4 ll work on 2012 mac book pro

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety +1

      No. DDR4 came out in 2014 and isn't backwards compatible.

  • @MyFaveClipz
    @MyFaveClipz Před 3 lety

    Hi. Can I use the KVR16LS11K2/8 instead ?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety +1

      I'm not sure. The memory I put in the description is what Kingston is recommending.

  • @kimtinal682
    @kimtinal682 Před 3 lety

    can i use ram ddr3 1866MHz on macbook pro mid 2012

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety

      I haven't tried that so I can't say for sure.

  • @goodbyenightguys6987
    @goodbyenightguys6987 Před 2 lety

    Did you have to reinstall mac os? Bcs im about upgrade my ram from 4gb to 8gb macpro 2010 , im scare it will erase my data like i change my hard drive from hdd to ssd before...

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety +1

      You don’t have to reinstall OS but you should have an updated backup prior to doing any upgrade in case anything breaks in the process.

  • @limoeker
    @limoeker Před 3 lety

    Is the ram in 2015 MBP upgradable?

  • @bartolomeussihotang4996

    I want to mix ram 4 GB and 8 GB in MacBook pro 2012 . Can it work ?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety

      You can mix RAM sizes. This machine can speed up the RAM access if you install RAM in matching pairs. In most cases, I think it is preferred to have more RAM (4+8GB) than it is to have a lower amount of matching RAM (4+4GB).

  • @pcmclasses2809
    @pcmclasses2809 Před 2 lety +1

    sir pls tell….Can’t we increase its speed bit more by replacing hdd with ssd

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 2 lety +2

      Yes. I have a video on that here: Mid-2012 Macbook Pro (SSD) Hard Drive Upgrade How To
      czcams.com/video/AU4sBfDHBA8/video.html

    • @pcmclasses2809
      @pcmclasses2809 Před 2 lety

      @@Rickmakes sir pls tell…is it enough to enhance only RAM…will ssd be required after that?

  • @Jedum
    @Jedum Před 3 lety

    Do they have this ram upgrade for the 15in pro retina?

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes  Před 3 lety

      Unfortunately RAM isn't upgradable in the retina Macbook Pros.

    • @obieandfraerco
      @obieandfraerco Před rokem

      @@Rickmakes If one knows how to solder, would it work to upgrade the retina mid-2012? I read somewhere that the reason it is not upgradeable is because its soldered in...