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OWC 8GB DDR3L 1600 MHz SO-DIMM Memory Kit (2 x 4GB, Mac)

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OWC 8GB DDR3L 1600 MHz SO-DIMM Memory Kit (2 x 4GB, Mac)
Key Features
  • 8GB (2 x 4GB) Capacity
  • 1600 MHz Clock Speed
  • PC3-12800
  • 204-Pin SO-DIMM
Upgrade the memory in select MacBook Pro, iMac 5K Retina, iMac, Mac mini systems, and certain Intel/AMD-based Windows laptops using the 8GB DDR3L 1600 MHz SO-DIMM Memory Kit from OWC / Other World Computing. This memory kit features a total capacity of 8GB, which is made up of two 4GB modules. It also has a clock speed of 1600 MHz, a bus speed of PC3-12800, and a 204-pin SO-DIMM form factor. It operates using 1.35V, has a CAS Latency of CL=11, a cycle time of 1.875 ns, does not support ECC technology, and is not registered. Additionally, it is fully compliant with JEDEC specifications and is RoHS certified.
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OWC DDR3 1600 MHz SODIMM Mac Overview

Upgrade the memory in select MacBook Pro, iMac 5K Retina, iMac, Mac mini systems, and certain Intel/AMD-based Windows laptops using the 8GB DDR3L 1600 MHz SO-DIMM Memory Kit from OWC / Other World Computing. This memory kit features a total capacity of 8GB, which is made up of two 4GB modules. It also has a clock speed of 1600 MHz, a bus speed of PC3-12800, and a 204-pin SO-DIMM form factor. It operates using 1.35V, has a CAS Latency of CL=11, a cycle time of 1.875 ns, does not support ECC technology, and is not registered. Additionally, it is fully compliant with JEDEC specifications and is RoHS certified.

Please bear in mind that this RAM is not compatible with MacBook Pro Retina systems with model identifiers MacBookPro10,1, MacBookPro10,2, MacBookPro11,1, and MacBookPro11,2. It is also not compatible with late 2015 iMac 5K Retina systems with a model identifier of iMac17,1.

Low-noise 8-layer PCB
Meets and/or exceeds Apple/Intel specifications
Fully compliant with JEDEC specifications
RoHS certified
Compatibility
MacBook Pro (15" Display, June 2012)
Model ID: MacBookPro9,1
2.3 GHz, 2.6 GHz, 2.7 GHz
MacBook Pro (13" Display, June 2012)
Model ID: MacBookPro9,2
2.5 GHz, 2.9 GHz
MacBook Pro (17" Display, October 2011)
Model ID: MacBookPro8,3
2.4 GHz, 2.5 GHz
MacBook Pro (17" Display, February 2011)
Model ID: MacBookPro8,3
2.2 GHz, 2.3 GHz
MacBook Pro (15" Display, October 2011)
Model ID: MacBookPro8,2
2.2 GHz, 2.4 GHz, 2.5 GHz
MacBook Pro (15" Display, February 2011)
Model ID: MacBookPro8,2
2.0 GHz, 2.2 GHz, 2.3 GHz
MacBook Pro (13" Display, October 2011)
Model ID: MacBookPro8,1
2.4 GHz, 2.8 GHz
MacBook Pro (13" Display, February 2011)
Model ID: MacBookPro8,1
2.3 GHz, 2.7 GHz
iMac Retina 5K (27" Display, May 2015)
Model ID: iMac15,1
3.3 GHz i5, 3.5 GHz i5, 4.0 GHz i7
iMac Retina 5K (27" Display, October 2014)
Model ID: iMac15,1
3.5 GHz i5, 4.0 GHz i7
iMac (27" Display, September 2013)
Model ID: iMac14,2
3.2 GHz i5, 3.4 GHz i5, 3.5 GHz i7
iMac (27" Display, November 2012)
Model ID: iMac13,2
2.9 GHz i5, 3.2 GHz i5, 3.4 GHz i7
iMac (27" Display, May 2011)
Model ID: iMac12,2
2.7 GHz i5, 3.1 GHz i5, 3.4 GHz i7
iMac (21.5" Display, May 2011)
Model ID: iMac12,1
2.5 GHz i5, 2.7 GHz i5, 2.8 GHz i7
Mac mini (October 2012)
Model ID: Macmini6,1 & Macmini6,2
2.3 GHz, 2.5 GHz, 2.6 GHz
Mac mini (Server, October 2012)
Model ID: Macmini6,2
2.3 GHz, 2.6 GHz
Mac mini (July 2011)
Model ID: Macmini5,1 & Macmini5,2
2.3 GHz, 2.5 GHz, 2.7 GHz
Mac mini (Server, July 2011)
Model ID: Macmini5,3
2.0 GHz
Windows Laptops
Compatible with Intel / AMD processor-based Windows laptops with compatible specs. Memory complies with JEDEC Specifications, document JESD79-3B
Not Compatible
MacBook Pro (13" Retina Display, July 2014)
Model ID: MacBookPro11,1
2.6 GHz, 2.8 GHz, 3.0 GHz
MacBook Pro (15" Retina Display, July 2014)
Model ID: MacBookPro11,2
2.2 GHz, 2.5 GHz, 2.8 GHz
MacBook Pro (13" Retina Display, October 2013)
Model ID: MacBookPro11,1
2.4 GHz, 2.6 GHz, 2.8 GHz
MacBook Pro (15" Retina Display, October 2013)
Model ID: MacBookPro11,2; MacBookPro11,3
2.0 GHz, 2.3 GHz, 2.6 GHz
MacBook Pro (13" Retina Display, October 2012 & February 2013)
Model ID: MacBookPro10,2
2.5 GHz, 2.6 GHz, 2.9 GHz, 3.0 GHz
MacBook Pro (15" Retina Display, June 2012 & February 2013)
Model ID: MacBookPro10,1
2.3 GHz, 2.4 GHz, 2.6 GHz, 2.7 GHz, 2.8 GHz
UPC: 794504766028

OWC DDR3 1600 MHz SODIMM Mac Specs

Capacity
8 GB
Kit Configuration
2x 4 GB
Speed
PC3-12800 (1600 MT/s)
Memory Type
DDR3L
DIMM Type
204-Pin SO-DIMM
Buffered/Registered
No
Error Correction (ECC)
Non-ECC
Voltage
1.35 V
CAS Latency
CL11
Heat Spreader
No
Built-in LED
No
Memory Rank
Dual Rank
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.09 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.75 x 2.1 x 1.05"

OWC DDR3 1600 MHz SODIMM Mac Reviews

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Will this work on iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late ...

Will this work on iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2014)?
Asked by: Nicole
Yes, this memory is correct for that computer.
Answered by: OWC Andy
Date published: 2020-04-02

Will this RAM work with MacbookPro11,3 it is a ...

Will this RAM work with MacbookPro11,3 it is a retina 15 inch??
Asked by: Lucy
No, the MacBookPro11,3 does not have upgradeable RAM.
Answered by: Miguel M
Date published: 2021-01-18

Is this ram memory kit compatible with the ...

Is this ram memory kit compatible with the TOSHIBA SATELLITE E45 B4200?
Asked by: ernesto
The RAM in the Toshiba Satellite E45-B4200 is not user-replaceable. You would not be able to install the OWC 16GB DDR3L 1600 MHz SO-DIMM Memory Kit (2 x 8GB, Mac), or any other RAM, in your computer.
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2024-06-17

Will this work for a HP 15-ba019nr laptop?

Will this work for a HP 15-ba019nr laptop?
Asked by: Carlos J
Yes, the OWC 8GB 204-pin SODIMM DDR3L PC3-12800 Memory Module will be compatible with your computer.
Answered by: Zev
Date published: 2022-11-09

Is this compatible with late 2013 iMac...Model ...

Is this compatible with late 2013 iMac...Model identifier 14,2 ?
Asked by: Alice
Yes, it is compatible.
Answered by: OWC Andy
Date published: 2021-04-06

Is this good for Panasonic CF-19 to make a total ...

Is this good for Panasonic CF-19 to make a total of 8GB RAM?
Asked by: FP
Yes, this OWC memory module is compatible with the Panasonic CF-19 Toughbook.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2022-12-16

Does this work for a MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, ...

Does this work for a MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, 2020)?
Asked by: Jeremy
Sorry, no. The memory is not upgradeable in the M1 MBP.
Answered by: OWC Andy
Date published: 2022-05-23

using a 4 GB and an 8 GB in the remaining two ...

using a 4 GB and an 8 GB in the remaining two slots of late 2012 Mac goes against some recommendations of either using a pair or 4s or 8s?
Asked by: Larry
The only difference might be a very slight performance drop on applications that are memory intensive, like Photoshop, Illustrator, Final Cut Pro, etc... For most purposes you will never see any difference at all.
Answered by: OWC Andy
Date published: 2020-12-22
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