What kind of RAM for an iMac

[energiesource]

Hi, my mac only has 1 gb of ram for some reason and i need atleast two for lion, not to mention my computer is slow as hell. Time for an upgrade. What kind of ram can I get? my imac model identifier is iMac 7,1 if that helps. I went to a website and they said this would work: Kit of 2 2GB 200 Pin DDR2-667 PC2-5300 256x64 CL5 1.8V SODIMM
What else would work? and Can I hold 4 in there or 2?

[macleod1976]

what website did you go to? if it was crucial.com and used their system scanner, then go with it. I've trusted them for a long time to get it right for what you need.

[mike.dee]

I just ordered what you mentioned and have the same iMac. I'll tell you how it works. You'll want 4 gb for Lion to work good! Don't just get one 1 gb ram. Get two 2 gb memory sticks. It'll be worth the upgrade. The most you can have is two 2 gb sticks. So that'll be the max. You can't get one 4 gb stick or have more then 4 gb total, so keep that in mind.

[mike.dee]

So I installed the Ram into my iMac. It has definitely made a noticeable difference! The new ram along with Lion have made a noticeable performance increase on my iMac. That annoying spinning rainbow mouse wheel rarely comes up anymore. I'd say it's definitely worth it to upgrade!

[lfreddecolo]

yeah, i saw this one and was tempted...but they charge tax in cali so the OWC ram was about the same price and i like OWC's customer service and support...but the specs are exactly the same. good deal for those living outside of california.