Need to know if can upgrade memory to 16GB

[GrandpaG]

Thinking about buying HP Pavilion 15-cs2039na laptop, which has 1x8GB memory as standard.

Can anyone tell me if the memory can be upgraded to 16GB?

More generally, how do I find out about maximum RAM on other laptops?

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

Hi:

The Crucial memory report for your model indicates that you can install 2 x 16 GB of memory.

https://www.crucial.com/ScanListView?modelCatId=3994011&storeId=10151&manuFacturer=HP-Compaq&msg=com...

Below is the link to the service manual for your notebook.  Chapter 1 has the memory upgrade info.

http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c06403451

HP says the max is 2 x 8 GB but Crucial is almost always right with their info.

[GrandpaG]

Thanks very much Paul for your speedy reply.

I've read that it's tricky to get into the guts of the laptop - any thoughts?

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome.

I have never attempted to take apart any of these newer type notebooks that have no access panels to the memory, wifi card or hard drive.

So, I agree with you...could be tricky.  Many of them have screws hidden underneath the rubber feet and whatnot.

Buy a set of notebook pry tools to help prevent marring and scratching the plastic when prying the bottom cover off after you remove the screws.

[GrandpaG]

Thanks again for your help.