Ram upgrade error

Running Windows 7 64-bit Home Premium and noted the max ram could be 16 gb. Originally had 4 gb ram. Purchased PNY 8 gb (2x4 gb) DDR3 PC3-10666 ram.
Tested one module with the orginal stock and received the memory error beep. Reset CMOS and still had the beep.
Removed original and tested just one of the new ram moduals, reset CMOS, removed battery, and still had the error beep.
Removed new module and replaced just original ram module, reset CMOS, removed battery, and still have the error beep.
Each time I reset CMOS, I left the jumper in the reset position for 10 seconds at least and replaced it to the orginal position.
Each time I removed the battery, I waited at least 10 seconds and then replaced the battery.
If I try and enter BIOS, it sits and will not access the BIOS.
Even with reseting CMOS and removing battery, with the old ram in the original position, why will it not boot? Why will the new ram not work? Why can I not enter BIOS?
EDIT: I wasn't waiting long enough for it to enter BIOS. I still don't know what to do so it will actually boot.
EDIT: In BIOS, whatever ram combination I have lists them the same in the correct Memory Bank. Also, the HDD is not listed in the Boot settings. It says HDD Group Boot Priority [Not Installed]. When I go to the boot menu, it lists the optical drive and network device, but not the HDD. How did changing the ram remove the hard drive from the boot menu? I've check all cables. I've tested the SATA cables (swtiched them, and slots) and still nothing.

Hi,
Be sure that the CMOS jumper is back in its original position.
Go to the main menu in the BIOS and look to see that the BIOS detects the hard drive. If you don't see the hard drive then check the cables to and from the motherboard going to the hard drive. It's very possible that you inadvertently bumped a cable loose. It's not uncommon for this to happen when installing memory dimms.
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Upgraded B: Removed both 256MB sticks from B and added two 1GB sticks = 2GB total
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Last backup: 2014-03-19 07:05:24 +0000
Size of backup disk: Too small
Backup size 350.07 GB < (Disk used 162.22 GB X 3)
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First go to the RIM web site and look to see if they have an uninstaller for the device you had. Some times a reinstall of the application and then running the uninstaller is required for complete removal.
If no uninstaller is available, then you will have to use Spotlight to find all items with 'Blackberry' and 'Rim' in the titles. I would also download EasyFind and use that to locate such files. Often it will locate items that Spotlight misses.
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HP Envy 13 1030nr. Windows 7 64-bit. RAM upgrade help.

I just purchased a RAM upgrade for my Envy 13 and I was trying to figure out how exactly to access the memory module. I couldn't find a youtube video for the Envy 13 and reading the maintenance manual provides only partial instructions to access the memory module. It tells you what you need to do (Disconnect the TouchPad cable 2 from the low insertion force (LIF) connector on the system board) but not how to do it without damaging the computer. I don't want to permanently sever a cable or anything so I'm looking for help via a link to a video or more detailed instructions on exactly how to safely access the memory module.
I was under the impression that this would be a quick replacement, but the more I read the manual, the more I think that this is going to be a little more complicated than opening up the bottom and removing the current RAM chip and replacing it with the one I have. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

Here is the Manual:
Manual
Memory is indeed on the motherboard and getting there requires nearly complete disassembly. See Page 4-26. Not sure how this qualifies as "easy" and if you have not done this before you should get some help. And yes, keep careful track of those screws.

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