So, hop into the System Preferences → Software Update and then download and install the latest macOS update as usual. Signing Off After going through all the MacBook Pro overheating solutions, you may have observed that one can take control of the issue just by taking care of basic things – in most cases. Here’s the lowdown on upgrading your 2009-2012 13-inch MacBook Pro RAM: TUTORIAL: Upgrade your 2009-2012 MacBook Pro RAM. Between more RAM and a nice speedy SSD, you’ll have a 13-inch MacBook Pro that boots in seconds, launches apps lickety-split, and can handle bigger data files than ever before.
This is the third RAM install video I’ve done. While nothing has changed this time around, I like to document repairs/upgrades so that someone may get use out of it.
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This RAM upgrade is on a new 2012 MacBook Pro 15-inch model. This MacBook came stock with 4GB of RAM. Unfortunately that’s not nearly enough for what I normally do on my MacBook, so why not max it out? The new MacBook Pro take 1600Mhz RAM which is substantially faster then the 2011 model RAM specs.
Like previous models above the 2010 models, the new MacBook Pros can handle 16GB of RAM. This moves for a massive performance increase so long as what you do warrants the upgrade. If you upgrade your RAM this high and don’t actually use that much RAM, you won’t see a huge noticeable difference.
Conduct a test on your MacBook by going through your most intense task through your day-to-day needs, then check Activity Monitor to see if you’re actually using all of your installed RAM. If you still have a a big chunk that’s not in use, it’s safe to say you probably don’t need to upgrade the RAM.
Another big upgrade that can be made is the move from a standard hard drive to a solid state drive (SSD). That would make a huge perceivable difference in performance and load times.
As always, I hope this helps anyone looking to upgrade. Meet me in the comments if you have any questions or successfully upgraded your RAM. I’ve also uploaded a benchmark video test since upgrading be sure to check it out.
I found this RAM kit available for only $119 on Amazon so check that out here if you’re interested in purchasing this kit. I highly recommend it.
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How to get updates for macOS Mojave or later
If you've upgraded to macOS Mojave or later, follow these steps to keep it up to date:
- Choose System Preferences from the Apple menu , then click Software Update to check for updates.
- If any updates are available, click the Update Now button to install them. Or click ”More info” to see details about each update and select specific updates to install.
- When Software Update says that your Mac is up to date, the installed version of macOS and all of its apps are also up to date. That includes Safari, iTunes, Books, Messages, Mail, Calendar, Photos, and FaceTime.
To find updates for iMovie, Garageband, Pages, Numbers, Keynote, and other apps that were downloaded separately from the App Store, open the App Store on your Mac, then click the Updates tab.
Macbook air 2019 music production. To automatically install macOS updates in the future, including apps that were downloaded separately from the App Store, select ”Automatically keep my Mac up to date.” Your Mac will notify you when updates require it to restart, so you can always choose to install those later.
How to get updates for earlier macOS versions
If you're using an earlier macOS, such as macOS High Sierra, Sierra, El Capitan, or earlier,* follow these steps to keep it up to date:
- Open the App Store app on your Mac.
- Click Updates in the App Store toolbar.
- Use the Update buttons to download and install any updates listed.
- When the App Store shows no more updates, the installed version of macOS and all of its apps are up to date. That includes Safari, iTunes, iBooks, Messages, Mail, Calendar, Photos, and FaceTime. Later versions may be available by upgrading your macOS.
To automatically download updates in the future, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, click App Store, then select ”Download newly available updates in the background.” Your Mac will notify you when updates are ready to install.
How To Update 2012 Macbook Pro
* If you're using OS X Lion or Snow Leopard, get OS X updates by choosing Apple menu > Software Update.
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- Learn how to upgrade to the latest version of macOS.
- Find out which macOS your Mac is using.
- You can redownload apps that you previously downloaded from the App Store.
- Your Mac doesn't automatically download large updates when it's using a Personal Hotspot.