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    Dv9040us

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Mr. D, Jan 2, 2008.

  1. Mr. D

    Mr. D Newbie

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    Hey Guys,

    I´m a new user and I have a few questions about my Laptop. I have bought a HP Pavillion DV9040US about an year ago and now I would like to make some upgrades if possible. Here are the specs:

    Microprocessor: 1.66 GHz Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile technology featuring Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor T5500
    Microprocessor Cache: 2MB L2 Cache, 667MHz FSB
    Memory: 2048MB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
    Video Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce Go 7600

    So what I wan to know is if its possible to upgrade the processor and memory? And what you think about upgrading the OS to Vista?

    Thakx
     
    Mr. D, Jan 2, 2008
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  2. sly

    sly m1530 owner!!!

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    its possible to upgrade the memory but not the processor.if u are using xp then 2 gb of ram is more than enough. wait a while before switiching to vista. let it get a little more stable and all round better
     
    sly, Jan 2, 2008
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  3. Mr. D

    Mr. D Newbie

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    But I saw a few articles about upgrading the processor. If it´s not possible I will get a little bit sad to hear!

    But tanks any way
     
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  4. Padmé

    Padmé NBR Super Pink Princess

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    Yes, you can upgrade your processor. I'm not sure which ones. Somebody else will have to help you with that.
     
    Padmé, Jan 2, 2008
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