Kingston Technology 8GB Kit (2x4 GB Modules) 1066MHz DDR3 SODIMM Notebook Memory for Select Apple iMac's and Macbooks KTA-MB1066K2/8G

by Kingston

• 8GB kit DDR3 1066
• Apple memory

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4 x 4 inches ; 1.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B001PS9UKW
• Item model number: KTA-MB1066K2/8G
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (803 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #4 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Computer Components > Memory
• Date first available at Amazon.com: January 19, 2009

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Kingston System-Specific Desktop and Notebook Memory

Kingston offers extremely reliable, high-performance desktop memory and sells more notebook upgrade memory than anyone in the world. Every module is customized and tested to meet the exact specification requirements of each system. Kingston uses only the most reliable and respected components in the industry to ensure maximum performance and legendary Kingston reliability.

Customized and tested to meet the exact specification requirements of each system

Designed for use in brand-name systems, with 100% compatibility

Kingston System-Specific Desktop/Laptop Memory is designed for use in brand-name computer systems and allows you to purchase by brand and system model name. This memory comes with a 100-percent compatibility guarantee and 100-percent testing in the system or family of systems for which it's designed, for added reassurance. Full product return privileges ensure total peace of mind.

Why Choose Kingston?

Kingston Technology Company, Inc., offers a wide range of computer memory and Flash products plus all the services to support your memory needs. Founded in 1987, Kingston is committed to providing its customers with the best memory products for the latest and most requested technologies.

When you order Kingston memory, you get quality components, engineering expertise, 100-percent testing, free 24/7 technical support, and a lifetime warranty. Best of all, Kingston memory is backed by the legendary reliability that has made the company the world's independent memory leader.

Testing

Kingston has developed one of the most advanced testing facilities in the industry. Kingston employs a multi-tiered testing system to ensure quality control throughout the design and manufacturing process. Kingston is one of the few manufacturers that qualifies all components and tests memory at all stages of production. As a result, the mean time between failure ratings exceeds 500 years. This complete package makes for the consistent product reliability and compatibility that Kingston customers have come to depend on for more than two decades.

Lifetime Warranty

All Kingston memory products are backed by a lifetime warranty, free technical support and legendary Kingston reliability.

Which Kingston Memory Device is Right for You?

System-Specific Memory		ValueRAM Memory
Desktop/Notebook	Server	Desktop/Notebook	Server	Server Premier
Every module is customized and tested to meet the exact specification requirements of each system	Guaranteed to be 100% compatible with the hardware, software and diagnostic tools of the systems for which it is designed	Industry standard memory designed for customers who purchase memory by specification	High performance, stability and long-term reliability as well as validation on all the key server board manufacturer sites	Designed specifically for mission-critical server systems that require maximum uptime and stability

Product Description

Mac mini core 2 duo 2.4/2.66GHz (Mid 2010); MacBook 13in (Mid 2010 & Aluminum Mid 2009), MacBook Pro 15in (Aluminum Mid 2009 & Core i5/i7 Mid 2010); MacBook Pro 17in (Aluminum Early & Mid 2009 & Core i5/i7 Mid 2010); iMac Intel Core 2 Duo 20in/24in (Early 2009); iMac Intel Core 2 Cuo 21.5in (Late 2009); iMac Intel Core 2 Duo/i5/i7 27in (Late 2009)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

146 of 150 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars MacBook Pro ready RAM February 10, 2010

By stlouisbrad

Amazon Verified Purchase

I have been running with this RAM in my MacBook Pro 17 (Summer 2009) for over 6 weeks. Not one lockup/freeze or problem of any kind. Programs are faster in general and I don't worry about closing applications any more. Apple computers through the years have been extremely finicky about RAM quality. I can't recommend these SO-DIMM's high enough. I put my old factory 2GB sticks for the MacBook Pro 17 into my wife's new MacBook 13. That worked perfectly..

These two 4GB SO-DIMM sticks cost $1200 from Apple directly. Spoil yourself and don't feel guilty about buying them here for much less -- especially if you use Parallels Desktop, or VMWare. Kingston will back you up, Amazon will also.

67 of 67 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for the MAC MINI January 26, 2011

By J. Evans

Amazon Verified Purchase

I purchased a 2010 model mac mini with only 2GB memory knowing that eventually I would upgrade the memory. After about 6 months, I found the computer lagging when using iphoto, photoshop and powerpoint at the same time (which I do often). I looked into the memory upgrade. Apple wanted $600 for 8GB memory but I found these Kingstons for under $100 on Amazon. They arrived within a day, installed within 5 minutes and when I booted up my mac it immediately recognized the memory and had improved productivity. I now can work with all of my memory eating applications open without problem, and I've noticed great improvement in web surfing and just general use of the computer. I am VERY pleased!

54 of 55 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Works great with MacBook ( Polycarbonate Unibody MC516LL) December 28, 2010

By Viny

Amazon Verified Purchase

Although the specs claim that you can upgrade only up to 4 GB ( 2 GB in each slot), this 8 GB RAM works great in my MacBook ( not just the PRO version- this is the regular Whilte polycarb Unibody version). Makes a distinct difference vs. the 2 GB standard that came with my MacBook. I had found several references to its compatibility with a MacBook Pro, however no one had verified this to work with just a MacBook. The specs for a 13' Macbook pro and Macbook were almost the same except for the aluminium unibody vs the polycarbonate, and this worked with the MacBook without any problems.
Installing the 8 GB RAM was a 10 minute task. It took some time to dig up the right precision screwdriver bit. First shutdown the Macbook then remove the 8 screws to expose the RAM. Discharge static electricity and then remove the existing RAM ( follow instructions given in the 'Everything MAC' manual if needed) . Plug in the new RAM and fix back the screws. Boot back up..Go to MAC>About this Mac, to see the 8 GB in action,..

The Macbook is much faster now. All apps , from Google Chrome to XCode run quite smoothly.