You could try ebay for the pc66 non-ecc ram that your older HP needs.  I 
see auctions with 128mb sticks for under $10, plus shipping.  Try to get 
2 of the same part number, many auctions are buy-it-now and also 
indicate that more than one piece is available.  You can contact the 
seller first to see if he has 2 similar chips before you buy.
HP's web site has specs on their products.  A quick search came up with 
a Presario SR1525IN, which is a pentium 4 with pc3200 memory.  
Definiterly not compatible.  Are you sure you got the presario 1525 
model number right? HP also uses  product numbers.  The SR1525IN model 
is PY076AA.
Kingston.com  is a site that lets you look up memory  specs.  Compaq/HP 
presario 1525 is not listed there.   Same results with crucial.com, 
another memory firm..
The compaq may have pc66 memory if it is a similar vintage.  Does it 
still work?  If so, you can hook it up and check the specs in /control 
panel /system.  If not, make sure it's unplugged, open the case (usually 
remove 3-4 screws on the back or sides) and check it.  If you need help, 
email the list again.
Paul Hachmeyer


Monique wrote:

>Would the RAM from a Compaq Presario 1525 be compatible w/ a HP Pavillion 8360 ? I've found that the HP RAM runs at 66 mhz, and that has made it costly to find. I had the Compaq given to me to use anything salvagable from it, it's about as ancient as the HP, but the HP is running now for my 7 yr old and I would like to add some RAM. I can't find info for the Compaq like I have the HP, and I haven't gone inside it yet. If anyone knows, please tell me...
>
>Thanks
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