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    Upgrade core duo > core 2 duo

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by spizzak, Oct 10, 2006.

  1. spizzak

    spizzak Notebook Consultant

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    Hey, I would like to know if this upgrade is possible on all laptops that have the yonah duo core processor in them ?
     
    spizzak, Oct 10, 2006
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  2. vespoli

    vespoli 402 NBR Reviewer

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    depends on what laptop you are thinking about. most simply require a new BIOS revision. Whether this voids your warranty depends on the individual machine. It's not possible on some laptops-macbooks and the x60 come to mind--I believe these chips are soldered onto the motherboard.

    cheers
     
    vespoli, Oct 10, 2006
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  3. miner

    miner Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Please use the search feature on the forums before posting a thread on such a topic. This question has been asked many many times.
     
    miner, Oct 10, 2006
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