Good morning! If you’re looking to upgrade your laptop’s memory, you might be unsure about its capacity. Here’s a simple guide to help you determine how much RAM your notebook can actually support and how to make the most of that information.
To get started, it’s important to rely on trusted resources. For instance, your crucial memory report indicates that your notebook can support 2 x 32 GB of memory. You can check the details on this link for the HP Pavilion Gaming 16-a0010ns: Crucial Memory Upgrades.
However, the service manual seems to suggest a different capacity, stating that it supports 2 x 8 GB of memory. You can read more about this in the Maintenance and Service Guide.
To clarify any contradictions and check what Windows says about your RAM capacity, follow these easy steps:
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Type cmd in the search box and select Run as administrator. This will open the Command Prompt.
- In the Command Prompt window, enter the command wmic memphysical get maxcapacityEx and hit Enter.
This command will display the maximum RAM capacity that your motherboard can handle. Keep in mind that the number provided will be in kilobytes, so you’ll need to convert it to gigabytes. To do this, simply divide the figure you see by 1,048,576.
By following these steps, you can confidently assess how much memory your notebook can handle and make informed decisions about your upgrade options. Happy upgrading!
