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    1420: Processor & Video Card Swap

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by G473R, Jun 22, 2008.

  1. G473R

    G473R Notebook Enthusiast

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    I just bought my 1420 and already want to change some things with it. I have the T2370 in it and have a question. Can I upgrade to the C2D processor or is the socket on the mobo a different type since I have the T2370? Also, can the video card be upgraded to, say a 8400M GT or something better? I do plan on installing a 320GB HDD here in a month when I get back to the states and installing Home Premium 64bit also. Anyways, just some questions I was pondering while I sit out here. Thanks
     
    G473R, Jun 22, 2008
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  2. Konenavi

    Konenavi Notebook Enthusiast

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    Processor yes, vista yes, graphics card no dell doesnt use MXM to my knowledge... sorry mate.
     
    Konenavi, Jun 22, 2008
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  3. Razor2

    Razor2 Notebook Deity

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    The CPU can be upgraded to any Socket P C2D, Merom or Penryn. Vista should be no problem.

    As for the GPU. You have the best GPU in it which is supported. I don't know if the 1420 uses the same socketed, Dell type of graphical cards as the 1520 and 1720, but even if so, there is nothing better for your notebook.
     
    Razor2, Jun 22, 2008
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  4. G473R

    G473R Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thanks for the info guys. I've torn apart and built many a desktops, but never a laptop before. Is it all that hard to replace the processor in one? Also would anyone happen to know where I can find a C2D, say the 2.4GHz one? I understand I should have just ordered it with my laptop, but I didn't have the money at the time. Better late than never I guess though :D Appreciate all the help.
     
    G473R, Jun 22, 2008
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    Bauer418 Notebook Evangelist

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    Bauer418, Jun 22, 2008
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    jum0ng Newbie

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    I have a similar question. I'm going to be doing the same thing except upgrading from a t2330 to the t8300. The t8300 should fit my motherboard correct?
     
    jum0ng, Feb 11, 2009
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  7. Commander Wolf

    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    The T8300 will work in a 1420. You will probably need the latest BIOS.
     
    Commander Wolf, Feb 11, 2009
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    millermagic Rockin the pinktop

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    The 1420 is probably the easiest laptop to change the processor on I have seen.
     
    millermagic, Feb 11, 2009
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    Na the studio 15 is the easiest processor to change. All you have to do is unscrew the bottom 7 screws and every part is exposed.
    Call dell the 1420 i think can fit with the 8600gt.
     
    xxbadboys93, Feb 11, 2009
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  10. Commander Wolf

    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    The 1420 never shipped with an 8600M GT. Thus, it will not take an 8600M GT. The best thing you can get in the 1420 is the 8400M.
     
    Commander Wolf, Feb 11, 2009
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