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    2012wlmi future Banias to Dothan?

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by blackfoot, Aug 14, 2004.

  1. blackfoot

    blackfoot Newbie

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    Quick question :

    Since my 2012wlmi came with a Banias, is it possible to upgrade to a Dothan in the future, or are we out of luck?

    Sorry if this has been asked before...
     
    blackfoot, Aug 14, 2004
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  2. Jesse

    Jesse Notebook Enthusiast

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    While it might be possible to do so, it won't be an easy upgrade (technically speaking) and at that point in time your better off just getting a new system.
     
    Jesse, Aug 14, 2004
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  3. bootleg2go

    bootleg2go Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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    It is probably one of the most difficult upgrades that can be made to a notebook and depends on 1st that the CPU is socketed and not soldered in, cheaper notebooks usually solder them in to save money on the price of the socket. 2nd, the motherboard has to be designed to supply the different voltages that the dothan requires and 3rd the BIOS has to support the Dothan as well.

    Jack

    "They who would give up an essential liberty for temporary security, deserve neither liberty or security" (Ben Franklin)
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    bootleg2go, Aug 14, 2004
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