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Crucial

Crucial CT2K8G3S160BM 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3 1600 SO-DIMM memory upgrade

SKU CH-ETVQ-2CR4A MPN CT2K8G3S160BM

16 GB dual-channel DDR3 kit at 1600 MHz with CL11 latency for 2012 MacBook Pro

  • Type204-Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM
  • CompatibilityFor Apple iMac
  • Capacity16GB (2 x 8GB)
  • SpeedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
  • CAS Latency11
  • Voltage1.35V/1.5V
  • 16 GB dual-channel kit boosts Mac responsiveness
  • DDR3 1600 MHz speed with CL11 latency
  • Low 1.35 V voltage cuts power draw
  • 204-pin SO-DIMM fits Mid 2012 MacBook Pro
  • Lead-free, halogen-free build meets REACH and RoHS

MacBook Pro Mid 2012 upgrade

This 16 GB kit contains two 8 GB DDR3 SO-DIMM modules rated at 1600 MHz with CAS latency 11. It is built for the Apple MacBook Pro (Mid 2012) and runs at 1.35 V or 1.5 V without ECC or buffering. The unbuffered design suits standard notebook slots.

DDR3 1600 practical limits

The DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) standard tops out at 1600 MT/s and 1.35 V for DDR3L operation. Systems that only accept 1.5 V DDR3 will still run these modules at the higher voltage. Maximum density per slot is 8 GB in 204-pin form factor.

Straightforward notebook install

Installation requires opening the MacBook Pro bottom case, removing existing modules and seating the new SO-DIMMs until the retention clips click. Common issues are inserting modules at an angle or not pressing firmly enough to engage both clips. No heat spreader means tight clearances are not a problem.

Highlights

  • 16 GB dual-channel kit boosts Mac responsiveness
  • DDR3 1600 MHz speed with CL11 latency
  • Low 1.35 V voltage cuts power draw
  • 204-pin SO-DIMM fits Mid 2012 MacBook Pro
  • Lead-free, halogen-free build meets REACH and RoHS

Specifications

BrandCrucial
ModelCT2K8G3S160BM
Type204-Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM
CompatibilityFor Apple iMac
Capacity16GB (2 x 8GB)
SpeedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
CAS Latency11
Voltage1.35V/1.5V
ECCNo
Buffered/RegisteredUnbuffered
Heat SpreaderNo
Specifications1024Meg x 64
Lead free
Halogen free
FeaturesIncreases Mac system performance
Compatible with Mac systems
All DDR3 and DDR3L modules are lead- and halogen-free
Easy to install
Every single module extensively tested at the component and module level
Available in SODIMMs, RDIMMs, and ECC UDIMMs
Shipping weight0.06 kg
Package size173 × 123 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 16 GB kit or a different capacity for my Mac?

The kit provides 16 GB as two 8 GB modules, matching the maximum supported by the compatible MacBook Pro (Mid 2012) and iMac models.

What does the 1600 MHz speed mean once installed in my Mac?

The modules run at DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) with CAS latency 11, delivering the rated bandwidth the Mac memory controller expects.

Is the 204-pin SO-DIMM interface the right fit for my Mac?

Yes, the 204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM form factor matches the memory slots in the listed MacBook Pro (Mid 2012) and compatible iMac systems.

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