New 8gb ram for small computer.

Solution
Is 64 bit windows on it?? No point getting 8 GB if youre using 32 bit

According to the HP site

Dual channel memory architecture

Two DDR3 DIMMs (240-pin) sockets

PC3-8500 (DDR3-1066)

PC3-10600 (DDR3-1333)

Non-ECC memory only, unbuffered

Supports 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB DDR3 DIMMs

Supports up to 8 GB on 64-bit systems (DIMMs run at DDR3-1066)

Supports up to 4 GB on 32-bit PCs

*32-bit PCs cannot address a full 4.0 GB of memory.

Is 64 bit windows on it?? No point getting 8 GB if youre using 32 bit

According to the HP site

Dual channel memory architecture

Two DDR3 DIMMs (240-pin) sockets

PC3-8500 (DDR3-1066)

PC3-10600 (DDR3-1333)

Non-ECC memory only, unbuffered

Supports 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB DDR3 DIMMs

Supports up to 8 GB on 64-bit systems (DIMMs run at DDR3-1066)

Supports up to 4 GB on 32-bit PCs

*32-bit PCs cannot address a full 4.0 GB of memory.

 
Solution


Hello Florky,

The Corsair RAM Finder says these are the RAM supported by your PC:
http://www2.corsair.com/configurator/new_configurator_system_results.aspx?sc=&id=1029395

Kingston gives the following results:
http://www.kingston.com/en/memory/search/discontinuedmodels/Default.aspx?DeviceType=2&Mfr=HEW&Line=Pavilion%20Slimline&Model=72740

Actually Kingston gives a result that has a 4GB RAM which is unfortunately discontinued - DDR3, 1333MHz, Non-ECC, CL9, 1.5V, Unbuffered, DIMM, 240-pin. But no worries you can use this as a base and try to find a ram with similar specs.

Even better. You can use this automatic memory scanner from "Crucial", which will scan your system and let you know exactly which RAM is ideal for your PC:
http://www.crucial.com/usa/en/systemscanner

Update:

Hey, I used the manual memory finder and found out Crucial Memory is your best bet, as they offer 8GB (2x4GB) Memory kits that are absolutely compatible with your HP Pavilion Slimline s5710f. Here are the results and you can purchase directly from them:
http://www.crucial.com/usa/en/compatible-upgrade-for/HP-Compaq/pavilion-slimline-s5710f

And from the above link result page, I narrowed down to this one, which would be great and 100% compatible for your PC:
ballistix240-pindimmballistixsportddr3kit-2.png

8GB Kit (4GBx2) DDR3 PC3-12800 Unbuffered NON-ECC 1.5V 512Meg x 64
CT5288990

Brand: Ballistix
Form Factor: UDIMM
Capacity: 8GB Kit (4GBx2)
Warranty: Limited Lifetime
Specs: DDR3 PC3-12800 • 9-9-9-24 • Unbuffered • NON-ECC • DDR3-1600 • 1.5V • 512Meg x 64 •
Series: Ballistix Sport
You can order this online from Crucial website here:
http://www.crucial.com/usa/en/pavilion-slimline-s5710f/CT5288990

Cheers!