HP 255 G8 Laptop - Open it & Upgrade Options

[@orchidsnail]

Thank you!! Initially watched to figure out how to disassemble the laptop and install ram, but came back again to see what type of sdd is used as im thinking of upgrading! Just out of curiosity, what is the empty space next to the battery intended for? Thank you for your help! Subscribed :)

[@CrocFIX]

You are welcome. The space is for an 2,5'' ssd or hdd. Thanks for the Sub :)

[@Th4t_Kaly_Dud3]

thanks! this is very useful because i want to upgrade my notebook after two years :)!

[@CrocFIX]

You are very welcome. I'm glad you liked it :)

[@MassimoVuolo]

Hi, I would also like to replace the CPU. Can you tell me what the maximum supported by this laptop model is?

[@CrocFIX]

Hi. You can't replace the cpu here. Only if you have special BGA skills, but it's not worth it

[@3AmandaR1017]

Awesome! Thank you so much! I'm a 2nd year IT undergrad student & need to upgrade my storage as I have less than 3GB left even after deleting EVERYTHING! Do I need to wear the static wrist strap or mat?? After 2 years of IT studies, we only work on desktops so far. So I am unsure about laptops & can't really find any helpful info on Google. Thanks!

[@CrocFIX]

Great decision for the IT study. Yes, if you wan't to be 100% sure, a static wrist strap is recommended and disconnect the battery and charger of course before working on the laptop. And you are welcome.

[@rodneyb1425]

I'm also in IT my second year. Trying to upgrade my memory by adding 16gb with the 8

[@CrocFIX]

@@rodneyb1425 Great

[@ahmedeladlany]

Hi, I have an important question: Can I use an SSD SATA, or is it mandatory to use an NVMe SSD? My device: HP 255 G8 Notebook PC.

[@CrocFIX]

Hi. You can use which ever you want.

[@X_I_A_N]

@@CrocFIX can you use both? and have multiple drives in the laptop?

[@CrocFIX]

@@X_I_A_N Yes, of course. If there is a free slot, you can use both.

[@deekay9604]

Very helpful video as its my first time trying to do all this by myself! One question though, does the additional ram need to be at the same speed as the one thats already in? I was thinking about getting the Crucial CT8G4SFRA32A DDR4 8gb at 3200 MHz while the laptop's old ram is at 2400MHz. Should I get 2 of the Crucial ram sticks or is it ok if I get just one and combine them for 16gb of ram?

[@CrocFIX]

Thanks. Both will work...if you buy just one 3200 and leave one 2400, they will work at 2400 both. If you replace both and buy a kit of 3200mhz, it will work at 3200 and be a bit faster. Not that big difference though. Hope that helps. I hope you clicked the LIKE button, Subscribed & I can welcome you as a member of our CrocFIX Channel ✅😊

[@UtlwanangMoagaesi-ld7hv]

when upgrading SSD do i need to clone my files from hdd in a new ssd?

[@CrocFIX]

If you need the files, yes. Or backup to an usb drive

[@Arturo40522]

Hey so I was just about to upgrade the ram but found out there is only 1 slot for ram in mine. It’s the same model and everything so I found it strange. I don’t know if it was ripped off or anything because I bought it in a pawn shop. in the settings it says it has space for 2 rams. Is there any way I could put another ram slot or where do I buy it?

[@CrocFIX]

You don't have the same model. It's the same series...255 G8, but you have a different board. You can't add another ram slot.

[@fanischrousis9952]

Hey very helpfull video, if i install windows and then put my files on the new ssd (il put both ssd's in my pc) and install the new ssd on the laptop will it have a problem?

[@CrocFIX]

Thanks. You have 2 options. You clone the old ssd or you install a fresh copy of windows on the new ssd. This will work

[@Tand3r1]

Listen, what should you do if you accidentally tore these rubber things 1:33, can I order them somewhere?

[@CrocFIX]

You can order it here - ebay.us/6Zu34s You are welcome :) Don't forget to Subscribe and join our awesome CrocFIX tech family :)

[@mfathurr]

is it a must to realese the battery even not connected to the power source? and what the possible problems may occur if not realese the battery?

[@CrocFIX]

The battery has always a voltage and you could do a short and damage some hardware.

[@mfathurr]

@@CrocFIX even only put the new RAM to the empty slot sodimm?

[@CrocFIX]

@@mfathurryes, all hardware changes

[@mfathurr]

@@CrocFIX I just found out about it. Thank you for the useful new knowledge.

[@CrocFIX]

@@mfathurr You are very welcome :)

[@DarretZond17]

Can i change the SSD PCIe Nvme 256gb for one of 1TB? and what do you recommend if i can do that?

[@CrocFIX]

Yes, you can. My recommendations are in this video description together with links. I would suggest: Samsung Evo and Evo PRO series, Western Digital Black edition, Crucial P3 Series, Some Adatas, PNY...good luck. Hope the video helped and you click on the LIKE & Subscribe video. I am posting videos regulary to help others. ❤

[@colinreece3452]

While you had the back off you could have replaced the thermal paste too.

[@CrocFIX]

It was not necessary, the laptop was new at the time of filming.

[@rodneyb1425]

Do you have a link for the 16gb? My 8gb is almost full so I want too add 16gb.

[@CrocFIX]

You can find the links in my video description :)

[@islamichistoryculture4439]

in this laptop running offer in my country, so I want to take it and I want to replace 256 GB SSD to one terabyte, it cause any problem?

[@CrocFIX]

No, it will work

[@Potato_Queen52]

I have this laptop and I got bluescreen twice while doing an update, did it overheat? What can I do to prevent that?

[@CrocFIX]

It can be Driver related. It's just one of the possibilities. Search the error you get on the blue screen in google. Good luck

[@lun.atemis]

Is there any way i can add 1tb m2 nvme ssd without replacing the one i have? I already upgraded the ram by myself and i see another PCI slot avaliable but im not sure what it is for?

[@CrocFIX]

You can have only one nvme and you can add 1x 2.5'' SSD.

[@vapek_]

Hi!! Im not much of a computer expert, but would it be possible to "upgrade" the gpu cards? I've read some stuff about them online but nothing about possibly replacing them, I really dont know much about the whole topic

[@CrocFIX]

There is no way to upgrade the GPU here

[@vapek_]

@@CrocFIX alright thank you for the quick reply!!! So the only performance boost I could get here is by upgrading the ram?

[@CMAttendees]

Hi, if I want to make it 32gb ram - do I need to get 2 16gm cards?

[@CrocFIX]

Hi, yes

[@ΔημητρηςΠολυχρονου]

Can I ask you I have the same laptop from greece I am and I bought a 500 gb it would work for my laptop?and what I can do to work that pc at last?

[@CrocFIX]

Yes, 500gb ssd will work with your laptop or even a larger ssd.

[@ΔημητρηςΠολυχρονου]

@CrocFIX ok thanks and how I can install windows 10 or 11 on my laptop now after putting the new hard drive?

[@jorgecordovajimenez929]

Will work with a Crucial T500 2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 NVMe SSD?

[@CrocFIX]

Yes

[@muhammetdulkadir-n3z]

What will happen when i replace the SSD with a bigger. Will the Windows 11 demand key form me.

[@CrocFIX]

The key is ussually stored on the motherboard, so if you replace the ssd, you should be fine with the activation. Hope that helps and hope you SUBSCRIBE ❤

[@emreg8934]

thank you for the video this is ssd Kioxia 1TB Exceria Plus 3400/3200 Is it suitable?

[@CrocFIX]

You're very welcome ;) Yes, the Exceria Plus is suitable. Subscribe to my channel and let's grow together in this world of tech :)

[@panda_mix7]

Can i upgrade the graphic?

[@CrocFIX]

No

[@cepotcopet8767]

is it possible to use extra ssd sata? because i see there is empty space next to the battery

[@CrocFIX]

It's possible. You need to buy additional cable / sata cable to insert a 2.5 hdd or ssd.

[@AbhishekP-nl2co]

@@CrocFIX bro is it possible to upgrade it with 32gb ram or 16gb ram with 1tb ssd sata and 512gb nvme? please reply.....

[@CrocFIX]

@@AbhishekP-nl2co Yes, you can install 16Gb Ram or 32Gb. You can insert and 512, 1Tb or even 2Tb nvme. Hope that helps.

[@dripezx]

So if i want to upgrade my ram, i don't have to buy one exactly like the laptop have?

[@CrocFIX]

Not the exactly same brand...but it must be the same socket (DDR3, DDR4, DDR5...) and try to get the same or higher speed in MHZ.

[@morgeryge]

Is there another slot storage in that laptop?like SATA?

[@CrocFIX]

You need to buy additional cable / sata cable to insert a 2.5 hdd or ssd.

[@somsnosa5576]

Thank you so much, it was super useful! Can I upgrade RAM to 32 gb with two SO-DIMM DDR4 16Gb PC25600 3200Mhz Kingston Fury Impact (KF432S20IBK2/32)? I heard that KCP432SD8/16 or KCP432SS8/16 are better for HP, does it realy matter? Thank you!

[@CrocFIX]

You are very welcome. Yes, you can upgrade with those ram sticks. It won't make any big difference whichever you take. It's minimal difference, not noticeable. Hope you Subscribe 🙏🏻

[@fordongreeman048]

@@CrocFIX it won't work, this laptop supports 16 gbs of ram maximum

[@CrocFIX]

@@fordongreeman048 Thanks for the comment, but I already tested it with 32Gb of ram without any problem.

[@SonaliVerma-y7f]

Which generation of nvme SSD work with this notebook

[@CrocFIX]

All NVME's

[@SonaliVerma-y7f]

@@CrocFIX thanks bro for replying

[@CrocFIX]

@@SonaliVerma-y7f You are welcome. Hope you Subscribe ❤

[@Liu_sin_lee]

How many ssd slots are there?

[@CrocFIX]

One for Nvme and if you buy the 2,5'' SATA kit an additional one for the SATA SSD.

[@Liu_sin_lee]

@@CrocFIX thanks

[@dikiramadan3301]

Bro, can I add an SSD without replacing the old one?

[@CrocFIX]

Yes. You can add an additional 2,5'' SATA SSD, but you need to buy a kit which includes a cable and bracket. The link for that is in my video description.

[@dikiramadan3301]

@@CrocFIX thanks bro

[@CrocFIX]

@@dikiramadan3301 welcome ;)

[@samilyasar5686]

Thank you so much from Turkey brbro 👍🏽🙏🏽

[@CrocFIX]

You are welcome and thanks for your comment :)

[@alejandrovigi3653]

I need a help bro

[@CrocFIX]

How can I help?

[@AnimeBoby]

Where is cmos battery in this laptop? I want to reset bios cuz black screen!

[@CrocFIX]

There is no cmos battery in this model. To reset it: 1. Unplug the laptop 2. Unplug the internal battery 3. Press and hold the power button for 1minute and release. Plug in the power adapter without the battery and try to start the laptop. If it doesn't start, you have another problem, not the bios. Good luck

[@AnimeBoby]

@@CrocFIX 3 long and 2 shorts caps lock blink ! So maybe ram issue! There was also beep sound but it's gone! Fix for this?

[@CrocFIX]

@@AnimeBoby I would suggest, you google the beep pattern for this model. You can also try to clean the ram sticks. Good luck 🤞

[@AnimeBoby]

​@@CrocFIX Beep is gone now only caps lock blink which I searched to be ram issue or system failure! I cleaned the ram not worked so maybe have to order new sticks and see but it's a gamble for me! Also thanks ur video helped me to disassemble laptop safely!

[@CrocFIX]

@@AnimeBoby You are very welcome. Hope you can solve the issue.

[@osssi]

do you have a link for asata drive bracket?

[@CrocFIX]

Yes - ebay.us/64jkQg

[@emreleo1046]

Hello, is this ram model Kingston KVR32S22S8/8 cl22 suitable?

[@CrocFIX]

Hey. Yes, they should be fine

[@titusm9837]

On the hp site it says maximum 16gb ram. Any ideea if it works with 32?

[@CrocFIX]

What is your exact model?

[@titusm9837]

@@CrocFIX the same one you are presenting.

[@CrocFIX]

@@titusm9837 Then 32Gb will work

[@osssi]

Are there wifi cards to upgrade?

[@CrocFIX]

Yes, they are replaceable

[@osssi]

​@@CrocFIX are thy lte 5g, and have you some reccomendation?

[@CrocFIX]

@@osssiThey are not. You can buy seperate an 5G modem / router with sim slot to enjoy internet on the go. You can buy here - ebay.us/9Lpv5P

[@SaMods1]

What RAM brands do you recommend ?

[@CrocFIX]

For this laptop any ram is fine, as long it's compatible. But if I had to choose, I would take any of this: Corsair, G. Skill, Kingston, Crucial, Patriot

[@harshmodha8397]

Hi, is there a way to unplug the touchpad? My laptop is not booting and always end up with PNP_WATCHDOG error(even with HP recover disk, and window USB drive), I tried everything, now last thing I would like to try to unplug the touchpad to see whether its the one which causing issue or not?

[@CrocFIX]

Yes, of course. But I would suggest that you install first a fresh copy of windows and see if this helps. You can use another ssd if you have.

[@harshmodha8397]

@@CrocFIX - Thanks a lot for your reply. I tried that as well with having windows 11 on pen drive, but laptop is not booting up at all. It also won't show recovery screen when I am pressing F11 on BIOS, instead it shows Preparing for Automatic Recovery and then end up with the same PNP_WATCHDOG error.

[@CrocFIX]

@@harshmodha8397 Yes, that's a bit strange behaviour. I hope you figure something out. Good luck!

[@harshmodha8397]

So could you please post a video to unplug the mouse pad?

[@CrocFIX]

@@harshmodha8397 Sorry, I don't have this laptop anymore.

[@pujasingh-io8ym]

Can i upgrade its ram to 32 gb. Means one stick with 16 gb

[@CrocFIX]

Yes

[@RahulKumar-15]

Does it have hdd port for adding hdd mine has only nvme ssd

[@CrocFIX]

You can add an hdd 2,5'' but you will need to buy a cable and bracket.

[@bullseye2k306]

could you make a video on how to do this and where to get the cable

[@phineasmiya]

Is it possible 2 upgrade only Ram?

[@CrocFIX]

Yes

[@dimitrismitz733]

Can I add egpu on this laptop !?

[@CrocFIX]

No, you can't

[@Theolan]

Would a samsung 980 nvme ssd work?

[@CrocFIX]

Yes, of course

[@rizkijak17]

Is this amd ryzen 5 5500u version?

[@CrocFIX]

Yes

[@mistermiki1511]

Hello boss , can I add a grafic card on this laptop?

[@CrocFIX]

@@mistermiki1511 Hey. No, you can't

[@TheKlisa]

do you know how to change thermal treshold on hp 255 g8? I cant make my laptop boost at 25w pass 70c

[@CrocFIX]

Depends on the CPU you have. It could be done with a moded bios, but I don't recommend it as you can fry your cpu.

[@TheKlisa]

its r5 5500u, 70c is not that much. Where can i find moded bios?

[@CrocFIX]

@@TheKlisagoogle it. You can try for example bios-mods.com

[@BokamosoMaleka-qf8gs]

Mine is also 255 g8 3020e but the ram slot in only one the other part doesn't have the slot, it shows that it carries 2 but the other part is empty.

[@CrocFIX]

One is fixed and soldered to the mainboard. Only one slot has a changeable option

[@ChasK9999]

how to add a hard disk ?

[@CrocFIX]

You will need a kit, which you can buy here - ebay.us/64jkQg (As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase through the links)

[@Axelotly]

Do we need something like adhesive when attaching the stick?

[@CrocFIX]

What do you mean?

[@o-farukdursun8514]

@@CrocFIX I think it means the anti-slip pads on the back of the laptop.

[@CrocFIX]

@@o-farukdursun8514 I don't think so. He meant on the back of the memory sticks. You don't need any adhesive

[@gienekgeneral5486]

How much RAM can I install at maximum?

[@CrocFIX]

32Gb is tested and workd, 64Gb could work but not 100%. But more than 32Gb is not needed in my opinion for this cpu.

[@gienekgeneral5486]

@@CrocFIX okay, thanks a lot.

[@CrocFIX]

@@gienekgeneral5486 Welcome

[@pujasingh-io8ym]

Which ram is used jn ddr3 or ddr4

[@CrocFIX]

ddr4

[@zariahstar858]

Please what generation is this laptop

[@CrocFIX]

It was manufactured in 2022. But there have been earlier version in late 2021.

[@zariahstar858]

@@CrocFIX is AMD ryzen 3 3520u equivalent to 11gen

[@CrocFIX]

@@zariahstar858 If you wish an answer you must ask the correct question with all details. What do you mean by 11gen? And Intel CPU? If yes, you must give me the exact model of your desired 11gen Intel CPU, so I can check if it's equivalent.

[@zariahstar858]

​@@CrocFIX i don't know much about laptops. Just the Hp 255g8 AMD ryzen 3 3520u Silver colored. That's all i got 😊

[@CrocFIX]

@@zariahstar858 Ok. It's a good laptop for daily tasks and internet browsing. Not good for gaming. Good luck with your laptop 😊

[@Saber_Oueslati]

hey i don't know wich nvme or M.2 is suitable for my pc ???

[@CrocFIX]

I have provided the link in the video description. Any of them would be fine. Just look that it's nvme standard.

[@armadillocuku7484]

Bende bu model laptop var wifi 4 ve bt 4.2 sürümlerini kullanıyor yeni modelinin wifi ve bluetooth antenleri benim laptopa uyar mı?

[@CrocFIX]

Tam olarak ne sormak istediğini anlamadım?

[@armadillocuku7484]

@CrocFIX şu an satışta olan en güncel hp 255 g8 modelinde wifi 6 ve bluetooth 5 desteği var. Benim hp 255 g8 laptopumda ise wifi 4 ve bluetooth 4.2 desteği var. Yeni modelin wifi ve bluetooth antenlerini kendi laptopuma takabilir miyim?

[@CrocFIX]

@@armadillocuku7484 Yeni bir modelin wifi kartını eski bir modele takabilirsiniz. Wifi antenlerinin aynı uzunlukta olup olmayacağını bilmiyorum. Demek istediğin bu muydu bilmiyorum. Ancak her iki dizüstü bilgisayar da evinizdeki mevcut yönlendiricinizde çalışacaktır. Yeni sistemin biraz daha hızlı olması dışında temelde birbirleriyle uyumludurlar.

[@kevinplug6059]

What is the speed the ram you found in the laptop

[@CrocFIX]

Depend which model you buy sometimes its 2666mhz sometimes 3200mhz.

[@مگنآسهہسآن]

is RAM DDR3 or DDR4?

[@CrocFIX]

ddr4

[@georgetroullhs5231]

Can I upgrade the m2 with 2tb?? What's the maximum capacity??

[@CrocFIX]

2Tb will work, and also 4Tb should work without any issues.

[@zariahstar858]

Is this hp 255 g8 i5 or i7

[@CrocFIX]

This was with AMD Ryzen

[@zariahstar858]

@@CrocFIX i want to purchase a hp 255 g8 amd Rizen 3. Can play games with it unbothered

[@CrocFIX]

@@zariahstar858 Only low demanding games. If you want to play never games and higher resolution, you will need a laptop with at least RTX 2060, 3050 or 3060 Graphics.

[@eejay7924]

i have the same laptop ryzen3 i was wondering if i can upgrade the ram to 32gb(2x16) and do i need to consider the speed of the ram , pre installed one has 2400mhz

[@CrocFIX]

Yes, you can add 2x16Gb and you can install also 3200mhz for example. Faster ram than 3200mhz for that cpu won't make any difference.

[@NGV-SF5]

Very good thank you

[@CrocFIX]

Welcome 😊

[@pujasingh-io8ym]

Can we upgrade processor

[@CrocFIX]

No plug'n play. It's soldered (BGA CPU)

[@pujasingh-io8ym]

@@CrocFIX it means we cant

[@CrocFIX]

@@pujasingh-io8ym exactly

[@pujasingh-io8ym]

Can you try playing GTA 5 in this 😂😂(please make a video)

[@CrocFIX]

@@pujasingh-io8ym Sorry, I don't have this laptop anymore. Maybe you find a video playing GTA with this laptop on youtube. I think you could play it in low res.

[@SelekeBA]

Bought a 16GB RAM, only to notice that mine has a single slot for RAM!

[@CrocFIX]

Really? Then you have another model. The 255 G8 has a dual slot.

[@ajibadeolayemi1491]

If it has only one slot Can you change upgrade it by changing the old one to the new one

[@CrocFIX]

@@ajibadeolayemi1491 Yes. You can take out the old ram and insert an upgraded ram stick

[@immanuelshuklaji5723]

Can I upgrade processor from ryzen 3 3250u to ryzen 7 5800U?

[@CrocFIX]

Not that easy. You would need bga soldering skills.

[@pujasingh-io8ym]

​@@CrocFIXis this upgrade possible 😮😮

[@smarttorch]

You can but the processor is mobile version so you will have to change whole motherboard

[@DIYElectronicCircuits]

and the laptop didnt turn on

[@CrocFIX]

Why not? Did you do a Short?

[@DIYElectronicCircuits]

@@CrocFIX just joking.. :)

[@CrocFIX]

@@DIYElectronicCircuits 😁

[@Floyd-s6i]

в каждом ноутбуке если есть второй канал для установки дополнительной оперативной памяти,то он ограничен на количество памяти,в характеристиках это указывает производитель!если ноутбук с завода на 8гб,то максимум можно поставить 16гб..если 16гб то можно сделать 32...но если у кого то с завода 8гб у него 32 не будет работать!ты в комментариях не указываешь этот нюанс людям которые задают вопросы!васян...

[@CrocFIX]

Здравствуйте. Спасибо за ваш комментарий. Если у вас два слота для оперативной памяти, как у моей модели на видео, неважно, с каким объемом оперативной памяти был доставлен ваш компьютер. Если ваша материнская плата поддерживает максимум 32 ГБ оперативной памяти, вы всегда можете установить 32 ГБ оперативной памяти. Неважно, с 8 ГБ или 16 ГБ. Но тогда вам нужно будет заменить обе планки оперативной памяти.

[@btekybahindemaiba8480]

Watched this attentively, just to find that there's on only one slot...

[@CrocFIX]

One slot of?

[@btekybahindemaiba8480]

@@CrocFIX one slot for one ram. It cannot take two rams

[@CrocFIX]

@@btekybahindemaiba8480 Sorry to hear that. Probably you have another model. This model in the video has 2 Ram Slots.

[@kj61768]

​@@btekybahindemaiba8480Really? I took mine apart and I had 2 slot for RAM. Then again I bought it with 16gb ran inside

[@Shakashelmet]

Yep. Same with me. I'll just get a larger ram stick. Why do companies do these terrible practices.

[@pujasingh-io8ym]

Bro which type of core present in it p-core or e-core

[@CrocFIX]

It was an ryzen cpu not an Intel