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Crucial 4GB iMac Upgrade Kit DDR2 PC2-5300

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Reliable Memory Upgrade for Enhanced Performance Upgrade your Apple iMac with this Crucial 4GB (2GBx2) Memory Kit. Designed for the 2.8GHz Intel Core 2 Extreme (24-inch - 667MHz) system, this DDR2 PC2-5300 memory ensures stable and reliable performance. Specifications * Brand: Crucial * Capac...

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Overview

Reliable Memory Upgrade for Enhanced Performance

Upgrade your Apple iMac with this Crucial 4GB (2GBx2) Memory Kit. Designed for the 2.8GHz Intel Core 2 Extreme (24-inch - 667MHz) system, this DDR2 PC2-5300 memory ensures stable and reliable performance.

Specifications

* Brand: Crucial * Capacity: 4GB Kit (2GBx2) * Type: DDR2 PC2-5300 * Error Correction: Non-ECC * Compatibility: Apple iMac 2.8GHz Intel Core 2 Extreme (24-inch - 667MHz) System

Key Features

200-pin SODIMM

DDR2-667

DDR2 PC2-5300 Unbuffered, NON-ECC, DDR2-667, 1.8V, 256Meg x 64

The only brand of memory upgrade available directly from a DRAM manufacturer, tested to meet the most stringent industry specifications

Install it yourself in about 15 minutes. The same top-quality memory that the worlds largest computer manufacturers install in the systems they sell

Specifications

Capacity
4GB
Memory Type
DDR2 SODIMM
Speed
DDR2-667 (PC2-5300)
Pins
200-pin
Buffering
Unbuffered
ECC Support
NON-ECC
Voltage
1.8V
Configuration
256Meg x 64
Installation Time
~15 minutes (DIY)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Specifically designed as a 4GB upgrade kit for iMacs, ensuring compatibility and ease of installation.
  • Utilizes DDR2-667 PC2-5300 Unbuffered, NON-ECC memory, which is a standard specification for many older iMac models.
  • The 200-pin SODIMM form factor is appropriate for laptop and compact desktop systems like iMacs.
  • Crucial is a direct DRAM manufacturer, ensuring high-quality memory tested to stringent industry specifications.
  • The upgrade process is user-friendly, allowing for self-installation in approximately 15 minutes.

👎 Cons

  • DDR2 technology is older, meaning this upgrade kit is only compatible with older iMac models that still use DDR2 RAM.
  • The 4GB capacity, while an upgrade for some, is relatively small by modern standards and may not significantly boost performance for demanding tasks.
  • Unbuffered and NON-ECC memory, while standard for consumer machines, does not offer the error correction found in server-grade ECC RAM.
  • Specific iMac models compatible with this DDR2 PC2-5300 memory are not explicitly listed, requiring buyers to verify their system's requirements.
  • The benefit of "256Meg x 64" is a technical detail that does not directly translate to a user-facing advantage without further context.

Frequently Asked Questions

This Crucial 4GB memory upgrade kit is specifically designed for iMacs that use DDR2 PC2-5300 memory.
This memory operates at DDR2-667, which corresponds to PC2-5300 specifications.
No, Crucial states that you can install it yourself in about 15 minutes, suggesting a straightforward process.
No, this Crucial memory is NON-ECC, meaning it does not include error-correcting capabilities.
This is a 200-pin SODIMM, which is the standard form factor for memory used in laptops and compact desktop systems like iMacs.
Yes, Crucial tests this memory to meet stringent industry specifications, ensuring high quality.

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