Macbook pro unibody model a1278 early 2011 late 2011. There is nothing there that suggests a 2008 mbp or mb supports 16gb of ram. It seems the backup battery as it was called early 2008 and earlier, disappears in the late 2008 aluminum unibody. Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008early 2009 upper case. During my tenure at ifixit, ive written and cowritten over 2000 repair guides for devices ranging from mobile phones to automobiles.
Get the most out of your macbook unibody by maxing out the ram and putting in a larger hard drive. I would like to switch the current hdd with a 512gb crucial ssd. Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008early 2009 replacement. Accessing the ram in this computer is straightforward and requires minimal. Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008 and early 2009 logic board replacement 2014. I have the late 2008 edition of the unibody macbook. Apple macbook aluminium late 2008 macbook5,1 installation guides and specifications. Now, since its not too bad regarding the processor and the memory is ok too, i thought about. Screens, batteries, keyboards, logic boards, hard drives, connectors, and small parts all tested and guaranteed with fast shipping and easy returns. Macbook inch, late 2008 memory ram upgrade replacement. I am currently employed as a technical writer and photographer for ifixit. Nupower batteries are designed to meet and exceed factory specifications, so now you can listen to more music, watch more videos, and get more work done between recharges. Apple fixes some late2008 unibody macbook issues with.
How to install ram in a new macbook late 2008 youtube. Initial tests at the time these models shipped from site sponsor other world computing and the always excellent barefeats demonstrated that they were capable of stably supporting 6 gb of ram with one 2 gb module and one 4 gb module. How to instructions and video to upgrade the ram in the nonpro inch aluminum unibody macbook models macbook5,1late 2008. Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008 and early 2009 logic board replacement 15072014.
Apple supports up to 4gb of memory in these machines, but owc has done the testing with our memory modules and has been able to support 6gb of memory since their release. If youre not sure whether or not you have a 15inch late 2008 macbook pro or another model, these models and for the purpose of a ram upgrade, the almost identical early 2009 models can be most readily identified externally via emc number 2255 on the bottom of the computer. This gives me a nice desktop setup and when i need to be mobile the form factor is perfect. There you can find the proper ssd, ram and battery for your macbook model. Upgrade early 2008 macbook pro ram apple community. These are reasonably priced and are compatible with my macbook. Tested and guaranteed to have no cycles on the cell and to have a capacity greater than 4340 mah. If the fan doesnt start spinning after 10 seconds, then reattempt the bridge between the poweron pads. This video demonstrates how to install ram memory in a new aluminum macbook late 2008 see mac sales for all your mac accessory needs. It updated the look of the macbook laptop line by mimicking the look of the more expensive, aluminumcased macbook pro. Macbook troubleshooting, repair, and service manuals.
Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008 and early 2009 hard. Since then, ive developed stepbystep repair documentation for ipods, macbooks, iphones, etc and a variety of other devices. The mid 2010 macbook pro does support 16 gb ram, but it is very picky about the type of ram. For example, a1278 is the model number for the late 2008 inch aluminum macbook and the inch macbook pro going from mid 2009 through mid 2012. Memory card specifications double data rate small outline dual inline memory module ddr3 format 30mm 1.
Macbook core duo troubleshooting, repair, and service manuals. It was the first aluminum unibody notebook from apple and although it was launched as part of the macbook range it has since migrated to the macbook pro range i run my macbook through a 24 samsung syncmaster t240 and use the wired keyboard and wired mouse. Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008 and early 2009 logic board replacement. Maintain the bridge for a maximum of three seconds. Upgrading a macbook aluminum, late 2008 part 1 ram. Apple provide detailed instructions via their support site on how to upgrade your ram. When it gets a significant change, like it did in early 20, it will get a new number a1425 ifixit. When it gets a significant change, like it did in early 20, it will get a new number a1425 has an excellent utility that illustrates this clearly. Macbook unibody model a1278 troubleshooting, repair, and service manuals. Macbook pro 15 core 2 duo models a1226 and a1260 hard.
Macbook, the macbook is one of the easiest macs to upgrade with more memory or a larger hard. All unibody 2008 mbps and mbs late 2008 support a maximum of 8gb of ram. Oct 02, 2010 pc38500 ddr3 1066 mhz type ram after looking at the price of apple ram i decided to rather purchase 2 x 2gb modules from kingston ktamb10662g. All nonunibody 2008 mbps and mbs early 2008 support a maximum of 6gb of ram. Oct 25, 2008 this video demonstrates how to install ram memory in a new aluminum macbook late 2008 see mac sales for all your mac accessory needs. Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008 and early 2009 logic board replacement 15072014 ipad mini cdma lcd. Now, since its not too bad regarding the processor and the memo. Upgrading the apple macbook aluminum, late 2008 is very easy. Spot tested by ifixit staff in san luis obispo, ca to ensure consistency of quality and capacity. Use this guide to install a second hard drive in place of the optical drive. The late 2008 unibody mbps have a 1066 mhz frontside bus and can take 6 gb of ram for the 15 model. You can add some ram, replace a faulty hard drive or just get a new ssd with a higher capacity and speed. Grab a toolkit for your macbook air late 2008 model and fix your broken laptop.
Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008 and early 2009 ram replacement. A lot of 8 gb modules on the market now are faster than 1066 mhz, and reports ive read say people start getting kernel panics if they use the wrong ram. Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008 and early 2009 logic board replacement 15. Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008 and early 2009 logic board replacement 150714 ipad mini cdma lcd. Apple released the new design on october 14, 2008, about two and a half years after the macbook line was introduced. How to install memory in the macbook inch late 2008. All of our replacement parts are tested to rigorous standards and backed by our industryleading warranty. Grab a toolkit for your macbook air model and bring your laptop back to life.
When highperformance, quality, and longevity are your battery upgrade criteria, nupower is your answer. Can i upgrade the ram of the macbook pro retina from. Macbook core 2 duo ram replacement ifixit repair guide. Use the paper clip or flat head screwdriver to bridge the connection with the 2 poweron pads. Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008 and early 2009 ram. Macbook and macbook pro nonretina ssd upgrade bundle. And you will definitely be able to extend the life of your late 2008 macbook with more memory, an ssd, and a new battery. Apple has released a firmware update for its late2008 unibody 2008 macbook, macbook pro, and macbook air computer models.
What does a1278 mean in specifying a macbook model. Putting a rumor to rest owc supports 6gb in late 2008. Macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008 early 2009 upper case. It has a builtin hdd which became unbelievably slow.
Although every effort is made to provide the most accurate and useful information in owc videos, no warranty, expressed or implied, is made regarding accuracy. Nov 24, 2014 macbook pro penryn early 2008 vs unibody macbook pro late 2008. Apple fixes some late2008 unibody macbook issues with dual. Macbook pro 17inch, late 2008 and earlier and macbook pro 15inch, early 2008 and earlier. The maximum ram memory the two sodimm slots can support is up to 4gb. Interested in using these videos on your site view our video usage policy. Macbook unibody model a1278 ram replacement ifixit repair. Mac repair guides for apple macbook, ipad, powerbook iphone. The upper half of the aluminum unibody enclosure houses all of the internal components of your macbook pro. This video will show you that upgrading your macbook s hard drive is quick and surprisingly easy. The macbook inch, late 2008 white mb402llb a1181 notebook computer models with 2.
Sep 02, 2009 apple fixes some late 2008 unibody macbook issues with dual updates. Attempting to replace a builtin battery yourself could damage your equipment, and such damage is not covered by warranty. Owcs stepbystep video of how to install memory in the apple macbook late 2008 unibody. Other sources call it the pram battery and thats what ifixit called it. Apple fixes some late2008 unibody macbook issues with dual updates. Macbook pro unibody lower case screw and foot kit replace a missing or scuffed plastic foot or a missing screw securing the lower case of most unibody model macbook pro laptops. Apple has released a firmware update for its late 2008 unibody 2008 macbook, macbook pro, and macbook air computer models. Macbook core duo hard drive replacement or upgrade.
The early 2008 aka penryn mbps are limited to 4 gb of ram. If such content is included, only replace the parts that need replacement do not remove it or change everything. How to instructions and video to upgrade the ram in the nonpro inch aluminum unibody macbook models macbook5,1 late 2008. As far as the macbook5,1 models go the three models released in october 2008, owc supports to 6gb of ram.
Macbook pro 15 models a1226a1260 hard drive bracket. Mar 30, 2017 macbook pro 17inch, late 2008 and earlier and macbook pro 15inch, early 2008 and earlier. Macbook pro penryn early 2008 vs unibody macbook pro late 2008. Significant changes to the macbook line occurred with the introduction of the macbook unibody. Officially, apple only supports 4 gb of ram in the late 2008 unibody macbook pro models. I print out the ifixit manual for the job, and scotchtape down the screwsbracketscables i remove at each step next to the component descriptions.
You can find specs on all apple products, including maximum ram. Replace or upgrade the ram in your desktop, laptop, or game console for faster performance. Have any of you experienced issues with crucial ssd on this particular mac. Officially called the dlink boxee box dsm380, the boxee box is a linuxbased settop device and media extender that first began shipping in 33 countries worldwide on the 10th of november 2010. The a42 macbook can be upgrade to a total of 8gb of ram. Whether youre looking for more storage, or want to replace.
If you are installing a new hard drive, we have an os x install guide to get you up and running. This macbook pro 15 unibody late 2008 early 2009 replacement battery is what you need to bring your dead laptop back to life. Macbook pro 5,1 unibody get your macbook pro firing on all cylinders with a ram upgrade macbook 2,1 late 2006 macbook 1,1 2006 macbook pro. Macbook air late 2010mid 2012 airportbluetooth board. Macbook pro unibody late 2011 hard drive cable replacement macbook pro unibody late 2011 feet replacement macbook core 2 duo heat sink replacement. Mac repair guides for apple macbook, ipad, powerbook. To help find the compatible upgrades for you, i suggest using our myowc search. Replace the trackpad for a macbook air 11 a70 late 2010 laptop model. Replacing this part will entail removing everything from your computer and transferring it to the new upper case. Macbook pro unibody mid 2009 lower case replacement 05042014 i use a similar technique. Macbook pro unibody mid 2009 lower case replacement 050414 i use a similar technique. Its the 2 ghz intel core 2 duo, with 2x2gb kington ddr3 1067 mhz.
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