: Built with standard SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2 ports (Type-A and Type-C) to ensure fast file transfers from external drives. Maintenance: Clearing the CMOS
Includes support for M.2 NVMe SSDs via a PCI Express 3.0 bus interface. Connectivity and Expansion
+-------------------------------------------------------+ | HP 887A MOTHERBOARD | | | | [ CPU Socket / BGA ] [M.2 NVMe SSD] | | | | [ DDR4 DIMM Slot 1 ] [PCIe x16 Graphics] | | [ DDR4 DIMM Slot 2 ] [PCIe x1 Expansion] | +-------------------------------------------------------+
Designed primarily to power a multimedia or office workstation, the rear and side panel configuration provides a streamlined array of modern connections:
The is an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) mainboard engineered specifically for HP's line of compact, budget-friendly desktop computers and All-in-One (AiO) systems . Primarily built to run lower-power Intel architectures—such as the Intel Gemini Lake and Tiger Lake processor lines—the HP 887A prioritizes energy efficiency, space savings, and baseline office productivity over high-end enthusiast gaming.
and 15-ef2511la) and select HP Pro Mini 400 G9 desktop configurations HP Support Community Key Technical Specifications
: Built-in USB 3.0 ports offer fast data transfers for external hard drives and flash memory sticks.
: Utilizes standard DDR4 SODIMM or UDIMM channels . In dual-channel configurations, it supports clock speeds up to DDR4-3200 MHz . The hardware architecture can support up to 32 GB or 64 GB of unbuffered RAM under 64-bit operating systems.
The HP 887A motherboard Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
The foundational capability of the board rests on its dual-channel memory pipeline and consolidated modern storage pathways. Hardware Subsystem Specification Details AMD Ryzen 3, Ryzen 5 Series (3rd & 5th Gen) Memory Slots
The HP 887A motherboard is a functional but heavily restricted OEM board. It is adequate for office work, media consumption, and light gaming when paired with a decent GPU. However, enthusiasts will be frustrated by the lack of BIOS controls, proprietary connectors, and limited CPU support. For any significant upgrade or custom build, replacing both the motherboard and case (along with a standard PSU) is the recommended path.
(though it may downclock to 2666 MHz or 1866 MHz depending on specific BIOS/CPU configurations). Often supports up to 16GB or 32GB total (e.g., 2 x 16GB). Includes an M.2 NVMe SSD slot Bus Support: Hardware reports support for
Even reliable laptops can run into problems. Here are some general issues that might be related to the motherboard and how to approach them.
Fan detection failure. The HP 887A expects a specific PWM fan curve from an HP OEM CPU cooler. Fix: Either reinstall the original HP CPU fan or buy a used HP fan (part number L35383-001). Some users have success by grounding the tachometer pin, but this is not recommended.
For storage, the board features a single dedicated . This slot runs at PCIe 3.0 speeds, offering a massive performance boost over old mechanical hard drives or SATA SSDs.
: Built with standard SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2 ports (Type-A and Type-C) to ensure fast file transfers from external drives. Maintenance: Clearing the CMOS
Includes support for M.2 NVMe SSDs via a PCI Express 3.0 bus interface. Connectivity and Expansion
+-------------------------------------------------------+ | HP 887A MOTHERBOARD | | | | [ CPU Socket / BGA ] [M.2 NVMe SSD] | | | | [ DDR4 DIMM Slot 1 ] [PCIe x16 Graphics] | | [ DDR4 DIMM Slot 2 ] [PCIe x1 Expansion] | +-------------------------------------------------------+
Designed primarily to power a multimedia or office workstation, the rear and side panel configuration provides a streamlined array of modern connections:
The is an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) mainboard engineered specifically for HP's line of compact, budget-friendly desktop computers and All-in-One (AiO) systems . Primarily built to run lower-power Intel architectures—such as the Intel Gemini Lake and Tiger Lake processor lines—the HP 887A prioritizes energy efficiency, space savings, and baseline office productivity over high-end enthusiast gaming.
and 15-ef2511la) and select HP Pro Mini 400 G9 desktop configurations HP Support Community Key Technical Specifications
: Built-in USB 3.0 ports offer fast data transfers for external hard drives and flash memory sticks.
: Utilizes standard DDR4 SODIMM or UDIMM channels . In dual-channel configurations, it supports clock speeds up to DDR4-3200 MHz . The hardware architecture can support up to 32 GB or 64 GB of unbuffered RAM under 64-bit operating systems.
The HP 887A motherboard Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
The foundational capability of the board rests on its dual-channel memory pipeline and consolidated modern storage pathways. Hardware Subsystem Specification Details AMD Ryzen 3, Ryzen 5 Series (3rd & 5th Gen) Memory Slots
The HP 887A motherboard is a functional but heavily restricted OEM board. It is adequate for office work, media consumption, and light gaming when paired with a decent GPU. However, enthusiasts will be frustrated by the lack of BIOS controls, proprietary connectors, and limited CPU support. For any significant upgrade or custom build, replacing both the motherboard and case (along with a standard PSU) is the recommended path.
(though it may downclock to 2666 MHz or 1866 MHz depending on specific BIOS/CPU configurations). Often supports up to 16GB or 32GB total (e.g., 2 x 16GB). Includes an M.2 NVMe SSD slot Bus Support: Hardware reports support for
Even reliable laptops can run into problems. Here are some general issues that might be related to the motherboard and how to approach them.
Fan detection failure. The HP 887A expects a specific PWM fan curve from an HP OEM CPU cooler. Fix: Either reinstall the original HP CPU fan or buy a used HP fan (part number L35383-001). Some users have success by grounding the tachometer pin, but this is not recommended.
For storage, the board features a single dedicated . This slot runs at PCIe 3.0 speeds, offering a massive performance boost over old mechanical hard drives or SATA SSDs.
