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HP EliteDesk 800 G8 Mini

What type of RAM does the HP EliteDesk 800 G8 Mini support, and what is the maximum capacity?

It supports DDR4-3200 SO-DIMM memory in two slots, with a maximum capacity of 64 GB (2x 32 GB).

What storage options are available in this mini PC?

It has one M.2 2280 slot for NVMe SSDs and one 2.5-inch SATA drive bay, allowing for two internal drives.

Which CPU is compatible with the HP EliteDesk 800 G8 Mini?

It uses Intel 11th Gen Core processors (Tiger Lake), including Core i3, i5, and i7 models, with a 35W or 65W TDP depending on the configuration.

What ports are available on the front and rear of the HP EliteDesk 800 G8 Mini?

The front has two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port, and a combo audio jack. The rear includes two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, two DisplayPort 1.4 outputs, an RJ-45 2.5GbE Ethernet port, and an optional serial or VGA port.

Can the HP EliteDesk 800 G8 Mini be expanded with additional hardware?

It has no internal expansion slots for PCIe cards due to its compact form factor, but it supports an optional Wi-Fi 6 module via an M.2 2230 slot and an external antenna.

Does the HP EliteDesk 800 G8 Mini support dual storage simultaneously?

Yes, it can run both an M.2 NVMe SSD and a 2.5-inch SATA drive at the same time, though the 2.5-inch bay requires a separate SATA cable and bracket.

What is the form factor of the HP EliteDesk 800 G8 Mini, and how does it affect upgrades?

It is a 1-liter mini PC with a proprietary motherboard and power supply, limiting upgrades to RAM, storage, and the Wi-Fi module; the CPU is soldered and not user-replaceable.

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