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    Dell 1720 component upgrades

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by booboox, Jan 25, 2010.

  1. booboox

    booboox Notebook Consultant

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    I opened up my laptop today to clear dust off the gpu thanks to http://support.euro.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins1720/en/SM/index.htm
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    and I have a few questions about upgrading things.

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    Can I replace the abg wifi adaptor with N?

    2. Currently I have a T5550 1.8Ghz core 2 duo , what cpu is it recommended I upgrade to for best power to price?

    3. Can I replace the 5400rpm hdd with any 7400rpm 2.5 inch drive?

    thanks for your time!
     
    booboox, Jan 25, 2010
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