Can my computer handle PC2700? Please Help

[BenzRoller]

Hello, I have a Compaq Presario S5100NX 2.6 GHz, currently 512 MB of PC 2100 ram, and I was wondering is there anyway I can figure out if I can run PC 2700 RAM? I am planning on upgrading to a gig of PC 2700(2 x 512 ) I have no idea what my motherboard is.

Thank You

 

[MedicBob]

The ram should work, but it might not as some motherboards are picky. If it does work most likely it will run at 266/2100 speeds not at 333/2700. Look at the MB for identifying information, such as manufacture, part numbers, etc. and Google them.
Good luck,
Bob

 

[BenzRoller]

Can anyone else help?

 

[waitman]

Compaq is owned by HP now and I believe if you check out the Hp website you can get an email support address. They respond pretty fast, but you might have too send them a couple emails as i don't think they understand english very well. I believe they are in India. If you search the site, put in your model number and such you should be able to find the info you are looking for,

As the previous poster said, QUOTE Look at the MB for identifying information, such as manufacture, part numbers, etc. and Google them.
Good luck,
Bob

 

[OMG1Penguin]

Most ram can be underclocked to 2100 speeds.

 

[CaptnKirk]

from the HP Website, your system

MEMORY

Memory Installed
256 MB (1 x 256)

Maximum allowed
1 GB (2 x 512 MB) requires the removal of the installed 256 MB DIMM

Speed supported
PC2700 MB/sec (messages at PC21000

Type
184 pin, DDR SDRAM

DIMM slots
Two