Upgrading my HP Envy

[CoastalWorld]

I was wondering if it would be possible to upgrade my Envy 700-214 from an Intel I5 to a I7 (for the same socket), and if possible to upgrade my Ram from its 12GB to something higher? I am presently having problems on my X-Plane, being pixelated and stutterig, when the scenery being used is more complicated. Not sure if both upgrades are necessary, or whether possibly just the RAM? Anyway, I have researched and cannot find any specific part numbers for these upgrades, to see if possible, and if so, what the costs would be.

[The_Fossette]

@CoastalWorld,

Welcome to the HP Forums!

This is a wonderful place to converse with the community, get assistance and find tips.

I reviewed your post and understand that you want to know whether you can upgrade the processor and the RAM on your computer.

I'll be glad to help you 🙂

I checked the specifications of your computer and see that you can upgrade the processor and the RAM on your computer.

Intel Core i7-4770 (Haswell) 3.4 GHz Quad Core

Intel Core i7-4771 (Haswell) 3.5 GHz Quad Core

Intel Core i7-4790 (Haswell) 3.6 GHz Quad Core

Below is the memory upgrade information.

• Dual channel memory architecture
• Two 204-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets
• Supports the following:
  • PC3 10600 (1333 MHz)
  • PC3 12800 (1600 MHz)
• Supports 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB and 8 GB DIMMs
• Supports up to 16 GB (unbuffered) on 64-bit computers

For more information please refer the below article.

http://hp.care/2ESp7SS

Let me know how it goes. Awaiting your reply!

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Cheers!

[CoastalWorld]

Thanks for the great information. Just 2 additional questions:

1. If I upgrade the processor do I need to upgrade my Bios: BIOS: AMI 80.20 10/31/2014. If so, would AMI provide this, and have instructions on how to upgrade. I assume the Bios is still on a chip and any upgrade would have to be burned over the existing one.

2. I know I have 12GB of RAM, but without opening the case, I am not sure if this would include a single 12GB chip, or assuming this PC has 2 slots, multiples of 2 chips making up the 12? I know in the past, that there needed to be matching sized chips in corresponding slots, but it has been a while, since I have done an upgrade. Since I haven't changed anything since purchasing this PC, can you advise what chip(s) and slots I have, the maximum RAM allowed, and the best combinination of chips to reach the maximum?

Lastly, I have downloaded the only availble pdf file on specifications that I could find, and it is definitely lacking on the depth of the detail. Can you provide a location where I might find the information I need, where apparently you obtained the info you gave me above??

Thanks again,

Coastalguy

[wb2001]

@CoastalWorld,

Just a simple question.   What graphic card is installed?    X-Plane does require more CPU, RAM,, and a dedicated graphic card.  The recommended card is at least a GTX 1070.

You have a single 8 GB and a single 4 GB.   Memory for that unit only comes in 1,2,4,8 GB.  Please get a matching 8 GB. The 2 different modules can be found here, so match yours.

[CoastalWorld]

I have a Intel HD Graphics 4600 Graphics Card. Great, having an 8 and a 4 Memory card, just having to replace the 4 with an 8 to bring to maximum. On the X-Plane, actually only have one scenery problem, which occurs only when a flight utilizes the NYC scenery by Drzewiecki. Hopefully the 4GB memory increase will suffice, not having to upgrade the processor also. 

[CoastalWorld]

Have researched the 8GB memory upgrade, and found a confliction. Every one that confirms that it fits my Envy 700-214, states it has 240 pins and not the 204 that was stated in prior responses. The specs agree to everything else, except the number of pins which I assume are the most critical in it fitting into the slot. Here are the specs on a Crucial stick.

Brand Crucial Form Factor UDIMM Total Capacity 8GB Warranty Limited Lifetime Specs DDR3 PC3-12800 • CL=11 • Unbuffered • NON-ECC • DDR3-1600 • 1.35V • 1024Meg x 64 • Series Crucial ECC NON-ECC Module Qty  1 Speed 1600 MT/S Tracer False Voltage 1.35V DIMM Type Unbuffered Bullet Features Increases system performanceMore information

DDR3L 240-pin DIMM

Desktop modules that operate at speeds up to 1600 MT/s and have a CL11 latency. It is dual voltage and can operate at 1.35V or 1.5V. It is Unbuffered and is non-ECC. It conforms to the industry standard UDIMM layout of 240 pins and is compatible with computers that take DDR3 UDIMM memory.

A dual inline memory module (DIMM) consists of a number of memory components (usually black) that are attached to a printed circuit board (usually green). The gold pins on the bottom of the DIMM provide a connection between the module and a socket on a larger printed circuit board. The pins on the front and back of a DIMM are not connected to each other.

Each 240-pin DIMM provides a 64-bit data path (72-bit for ECC or registered or Fully Buffered modules).

To use DDR3 memory, your system motherboard must have 240-pin DIMM slots and a DDR3-enabled chipset. This is because a DDR3 SDRAM DIMM will not fit into a standard DDR2 DIMM socket or a DDR DIMM socket.

The number of black components on a 240-pin DIMM can vary, but it always has 120 pins on the front and 120 pins on the back, for a total of 240. 240-pin DIMMs are approximately 5.25 inches long and 1.18 inches high, though the heights can vary. While 240-pin DDR3 DIMMS, 240-pin DDR2 DIMMs, 184-pin DDR DIMMs, and 168-pin DIMMs are approximately the same size, 240-pin DIMMs and 184-pin DIMMs have only one notch within the row of pins.

[mdklassen]

See: https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Desktop-Hardware-and-Upgrade-Questions/Memory-Upgrade-pin-specs/m-p/66...

which states that the HP web-page is incorrect -- wrongly citing '204', instead of '240'.

Please use the "feedback" form on the bottom of the HP web-page to tell HP to fix their web-page.