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MBP - Memory Recommendation
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Rorzabal
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Aug 5, 2007, 07:06 PM
 
I have a MacBook Pro 2.33 GHz. It came with 2 gigabytes of memory (2 sticks, 1 gb each).

I've been considering maxing the memory out to 3 gb, by replacing one of the sticks with a 2 gb module. However, the information I'm reading recommends that both memory modules be the same size for the best memory transfer rates.

My question is -- should I replace one of the modules in a 2 gb + 1 gb configuration, or should I change both modules out in a 2 gb + 2gb configuration?
     
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Aug 5, 2007, 08:42 PM
 
2/2 is a waste of money because the machine cannot access the 4th GB. In this case, the performance increase of more memory outweighs the DIMM matching benefit.

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Aug 5, 2007, 09:00 PM
 
Thank you, sir. I appreciate the input.
     
   
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