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    To Bios, or Not to Bios?

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by Dezo, Jun 30, 2009.

  1. Dezo

    Dezo Newbie

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    Hi

    I'll keep it brief. I've got a T7500 that I want to drop in my Aspire 4315. The Chip replacement is simple enough, but Acer unwilling to advise me what Bios I will need to upgrade to, even though they offer bios upgrades on their website.

    please advise
     
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    namaiki "basically rocks" Super Moderator

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    What is the current processor in your laptop? I have a feeling the T2500 will not be compatible.
     
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    Celeron 530M (1.73GHz)
     
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    the thermal module is kinda dinky for a 4315. something to keep in mind.
     
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    If the previous BIOS doesn't have support for the CPU and the newer one does, then you will have to install the newer BIOS first or your computer might not turn on.
     
    namaiki, Jul 1, 2009
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