Is this ram compatible with my pc?

[kermeki13]

Hi I want to add new ram to my HP notebook and I have two questions : 

1) can my pc support 12GB ram ?

2) I want to buy 8GB RAM DDR3L 12800s PC3L but the current one I have is samsung 4GB DDR3 12800

is this compatible ? the motherboard is HP 80A4

thank you

[Huffer · Accepted solution]

Here is the Service Manual:

Manual

Your model may not be a "Star Wars" model but it shares the same hardware and the Manual.

You can install up to 16 gigs of RAM 2 x 8 gig DDR3L-1600.

8-GB (DDR3L-1600) 693374-005

See p. 55 for "how to". So yes you can add a single 8 gig module and have 12 gigs total.

https://www.amazon.com/Kingston-Technology-1600MHz-PC3-12800-KVR16LS11/dp/B00CQ35HBQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=U...

Memory with the same specs as above will work. 1.35 volt (low voltage) and low density (8 blocks on the side, not 4) and 1600 mhz speed are the key points. Post back with any more questions.

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[iomare]

Hi,

Yes the RAM you mentioned will work. You can see various configurations and the steps to install the RAM in the service manual on page 2 and 55:

http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c04642845

Your system supports max 16GB of DDR3L-1600  RAM (2x8GB) Sodimm with Dual Channel Support

For best performance and stability it would be best to install two sticks of exactly the same RAM (dual channel support) so you could consider buying a 16GB kit (2x8GB) designed for this purpose. They are easy to find online .

Hope it helps,

David

[kermeki13]

Thank you so much ! 

Some ram have "DDR3" only but have lower voltage 1.35v can they work?

[Huffer]

DDR3 can be either 1.5 volt or 1.35 volt. If it is 1.35 volt it will be DDR3L....don't get 1.5 volt memory it will cause you nothing but trouble....again, you MUST get 1.35 volt DDR3L