Compatible RAM for HP Omen 15-AX203NA

[PCNerd1001]

Hi!

I have a HP Omen 15-AX203NA (I5-7600HQ, 8GB RAM, 1TB HDD, GTX1050), and i wanna upgrade the HDD to a SSD and add more RAM while im at it.

I would just like confirmation that the ram i have spec'd is compatible (i tried to keep it identical, speed and channel wise).

It is: Crucial CT2K8G4SFS824A 16GB Kit (2x8GB) (DDR4-2400MHz, PC4-19200, Single Rank x8, SODIMM, 206-Pin) Memory.

(link to the exact kit i am going to buy: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Crucial-CT2K8G4SFS824A-PC4-19200-Single-260-Pin/dp/B01BIWMWVS/ref=sr_1_1?ke... )

I am also going to use a SanDisk SSD PLUS Sata 1TB SSD to replace the HDD. (dont wanna mess around with the M.2 slot).

Thanks in advance for the replies.

Regards.

[Photoray002 · Accepted solution]

Hello @PCNerd1001 

Yes that crucial memory kit will work.

But why are you not wanting to mess with adding an M.2 SSD? It will be easier to install than the HDD is.

Now days there are models of NVMe thats in the same price range of a traditional SATA SSD.

I wouldn't purchase a high end drive, but you could add an NVMe drive for about the same price range and get MUCH Faster speeds. Even though the M.2 slot shares 2 PCIe lanes with SATA causing NVMe speed to be cut down, its still a lot faster than SATA. Price per performance wise, this NVMe drive will be a better deal than the SATA traditional drive you linked to.

I would recommend this one...

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sabrent-Rocket-Internal-Performance-SB-ROCKET-1TB

That Omen case is rather tedious to open. You will need a spudger to separate the delicate plastic tabs holding it together.

Leave it opened when installing Windows and make sure it works as it should before closing it up.

Tip: if you do install M.2, disconnect the HDD first. Then when you confirm the SSD is working with Windows, you can reconnect the HDD and wipe wipe it to use for storage.

Tip 2: You might have to also purchase an M.2 screw if the slot doesn't have one already.

The screw size is 2.0 x 3mm (CM2x3-3.3).

Here is your manual explaining how to access the various parts.

http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c05357609

[PCNerd1001]

Hi! 

Ok, Great, Thanks!

I had heard about some people installing M.2 drives and having issues (cant remember exactly what), but if i can use a M.2 SSD that would be great. I could put a 240/480gb SSD in for OS/Programs and keep HDD for files, games etc (would be much better with my budget too.)

Ive heard its tedious, i have a kit on the way now with the spudger.

Thank you so much for your help!

I'll come back if i have any more issues. 🙂

[Photoray002]

Very good then. Let us know if you have other questions.

[PCNerd1001]

Just real quick, this was the post i came across a while back about the M.2 issues. Although that was 2017, and i will do what you said, install ssd (without hdd) install windows, then plug in hdd and format.

https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Notebook-Boot-and-Lockup/HP-Omen-15-ax203na-How-to-set-m-2-SSD-as-defa...

Thanks again! 🙂

[Photoray002]

He didn't do as I described you do above.

It solves those issues if you disconnect the HDD first. Then wipe  the HDD clean and start over.

I also don't recommend cloning the OS. You will have better results by simply clean installing to the SSD.

I would simply use an 8GB USB pen drive and create a Windows installer using MS's Media Creation Tool

Create media Windows 10

[PCNerd1001]

Ahh, yes. That makes sense.

Im not gonna clone the OS (when I install a new OS drive I’d rather start fresh anyways).

I have a Windows 10 Install disk to install it with.

All good, thanks again for your help!