OWC 2GB DDR3 1066 PC3-8500 CL7 204-pin SODIMM HP Envy 17

HP Envy 17 DDR3 SODIMM upgrade

This 2 GB DDR3 module is built for HP Envy 17 notebooks that require 1066 MHz PC3-8500 memory. It adds a single rank of unbuffered non-ECC capacity to a compatible slot. The part number is 8S5D31R802GB and the voltage is 1.5 V.

Straightforward 204-pin installation

The module uses the standard 204-pin SODIMM form factor so it fits the Envy 17 slot without adapters. Installation is a typical DIY task: power down, open the memory door, align the notch, press until the clips latch. The only common issue is mixing speeds or capacities; matching the existing 1066 MHz CL7 timing avoids boot problems.

2 GB single-module capacity

One 2 GB stick raises total memory by that amount and suits light multitasking and older applications. Headroom ends quickly with modern browsers or large files, so the system will swap to disk once the combined RAM is exceeded. Buyers needing more than this single module provides should look for higher-capacity kits.