How much RAM does the HP TouchSmart 520-1040a support?

The TouchSmart 520-1040a supports up to 8GB of memory across 2 slot(s), up to 4GB per slot.

What type of memory does the TouchSmart 520-1040a use?

It uses DDR3 SODIMM memory modules.

What storage drives fit the HP TouchSmart 520-1040a?

Compatible drive types: SATA 2.5" Hard Drive, SATA 2.5" SSD, SATA 3.5" Hard Drive.

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System specifications for HP TouchSmart 520-1040a

Specifications reported for the HP TouchSmart 520-1040a.

Memory type: DDR3
Form factor: SODIMM
Memory slots: 2
Maximum memory: 8GB
Max per slot: 4GB
Rated speed: 1333 MT/s
ECC: none
Chipset: AMD A75
Drive configuration: Single
Drive form factor: 3.5"
Drive interface: SATA
SATA version: SATA 3 - 6Gb/s
Standard memory: 8GB removable
USB support: 3.x Compliant

Good to know

Faster modules automatically run at your system's maximum supported speed.
Maximum capacity per slot is inferred from total capacity ÷ number of slots.
Compatibility is based on published specifications, not yet confirmed against a manufacturer tool.

System notes

Although the memory can be installed one module at a time, the best performance comes from using matched pairs of modules.

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Internal drives

SATA 2.5" SSD

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SATA 3.5" Hard Drive

System specifications for HP TouchSmart 520-1040a

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Internal drives

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Internal drives

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SATA 3.5" Hard Drive

System specifications for HP TouchSmart 520-1040a

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