wstd Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Hello, I'm new to OSX, I've currently got 10.5.7 running seemingly flawlessly on my Compal EL81. I'd like to upgrade the RAM, it's expandable to 2GB of DDR2/667. I'm thinking about buying some lower-latency GSkill RAM in a dual channel kit. The laptop specs require 200-pin SODIMMs, 1.8v. Now my question: RAM listed on Newegg as "Apple RAM" has the same pin-count and voltage rating, so how is it different? Will it work in a PC? If so, would it be the better decision in regards to running Leopard? Thanks for any help. Just in case, these are my system's specifications. Quote Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/251965-pc-or-apple-ram/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
John.D.P Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 There is no difference other than the peace of mind that the ram will definitely be compatible with mac computers. In your case you are installing it in a PC so there is no advantage there anyway. Newegg catalogs their RAM this way for people who don't know any better. Buy regular ram, you have more options, and you will find better prices. As long as you are buying the correct type that is compatible with your motherboard it will be "Mac" compatible. Quote Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/251965-pc-or-apple-ram/#findComment-1654974 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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