Macbook question

paulo6891

Hi,

I just wanted to double check incase I'm getting something wrong, but is

http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/2491473/Trail/searchtext%3EMACBOOK.htm

the same as

http://store.apple.com/ie/buy-mac/macbook-pro?product=MGX72B/A&step=config#

?

The prices are a good bit out, but as far as I can see they're the same.

The equivalent on the uk argos site is the same as the equivalent on the uk apple site, so I'm guessing that currency conversion/tax is behind this?

Cheers

Afterlight

Although it says its a retina, the prices seem similar to the older non retina mac, another indication to this is DVD optical drive being featured under specifications (current model doesn't have one). I'd double check with argos before buying!

embraer170

MGX72B13 is definitely a 13" Retina. The 128Gb hard drive confirms this. The DVDS drive reference is a mistake I guess.

sporina

I really need some sound advice here please.. I have a Macbook - bought it Jan 2009 - its an OS X 10.7.5 (had it updated once).

But now there are lots of websites that I cannot use - including Skype and now I cannot purchase on Itunes because my version is too old..

I have been told that I could update but that I would need more memory,,, but all of this is like another language to me - I am clueless when it comes to IT

So what does one do in such circumstances - I can save this Mac and update or what ever or do I need to buy a new laptop?

paulo6891

Try the following link to download the latest software

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT206886

Go to the app store and download El Capitan. Then install it and see what happens. It says on the website that 2008 Macs should be OK for the latest OS, so give it a shot

sporina

paulo6891 wrote: »

Try the following link to download the latest software

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT206886

Go to the app store and download El Capitan. Then install it and see what happens. It says on the website that 2008 Macs should be OK for the latest OS, so give it a shot

apparently i need more memory for a newer version so i am reluctant to do this but thanks

any other advice?

glack

Adding more memory is usually very easy with older macs. Did it myself on my 2012 MacBook and it took less than 10 minutes.

sporina

glack wrote: »

Adding more memory is usually very easy with older macs. Did it myself on my 2012 MacBook and it took less than 10 minutes.

what did it involve?

glack

sporina wrote: »

what did it involve?

I’m assuming when you say memory you’re talking RAM rather than Harddrive. I’ve replaced both on mine. RAM is easier to do but both are manageable.

Do your research. Find out how much RAM(memory) you computer can take. A google search should help you here. Every model is different. Then you need to buy the RAM compatible to your device. Check YouTube for videos of the installation - should be easy to find.
For mine, I had to unscrew the bottom of the computer, un clip the RAM, connect the new RAM, replace the bottom cover and that was it. Took 10 minutes max. My computer was so much faster afterwards. Almost like having a new machine.

sporina

glack wrote: »

I’m assuming when you say memory you’re talking RAM rather than Harddrive. I’ve replaced both on mine. RAM is easier to do but both are manageable.

Do your research. Find out how much RAM(memory) you computer can take. A google search should help you here. Every model is different. Then you need to buy the RAM compatible to your device. Check YouTube for videos of the installation - should be easy to find.
For mine, I had to unscrew the bottom of the computer, un clip the RAM, connect the new RAM, replace the bottom cover and that was it. Took 10 minutes max. My computer was so much faster afterwards. Almost like having a new machine.

thanks

though i could never manage this on my own - i will have to get an Apple buddy to help me

thanks

paulo6891

Yeah, get a friend to do it - the shops will charge too much