iMac needing some memory

[shesingsnow]

Well, I bought this iMac in March of 2008.

The 1GB of memory is maxed out. Huge swap file, too. But, I upgraded the operating system and... yeah, I need more memory. I do keep watch on the processes while there's more running behind the scenes than I would like, it's not too bad.

I need more memory. Or, a new computer. I waited to so long to upgrade to Leopard that soon I will be back to two levels behind: Snow Leopard and Jaguar (I don't think Jaguar is released yet, can't remember).

There is an empty memory slot. I can buy a 1GB memory card from Crucial for $17 or a 2GB memory card for $31 (or a 4GB memory card for $62). Haven't bought it yet - I think I will go for the 2GB card, but I have to check to see what the max supported memory is with this computer. Then, eventually I could replace the original 1GB card with another 2GB card, thereby upgrading to 4GB total.

Erf. So, do I really want to take my iMac apart? It sounds kind of fun, really. Haven't cracked open a Mac before.

Comments

[jayed.livejournal.com]

What make of Imac is it? If its an older Ibook (white thing) you should be able to take the back of, but if its a silver one you can;t.:)

love macs!!!!

[shesingsnow.livejournal.com]

Silver! One flat piece. It's a Intel-based G4.

There's a narrow silver panel on the bottom edge with a tiny little screw. Remove the panel and the slot should - theoretically - be there! :-)

[jayed.livejournal.com]

Ohh mine is different.

For mine you have to remove the keyboard or something daft (apparently, I have just been told).

Take it appart!! Take photos!!

:)