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    Changing out my HP processor *HELP*

    Discussion in 'HP' started by nicknations, Aug 25, 2008.

  1. nicknations

    nicknations Notebook Consultant

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    I have an HP DV6871us.
    C2D t5550 processor.
    What processor can i upgrade to? T7 to T8 CPU?
     
    nicknations, Aug 25, 2008
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    Andy Notebook Prophet

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    Yes my friend, you can actually upgrade to any 1st Gen Penryn or 2nd Gen Socket P Merom.

    (T8100, T8300, T9300, T9500 are supported.)

    ( Reference) - Just update the BIOS to the latest version before upgrading.
     
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    nicknations Notebook Consultant

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    thank you good sir!
     
    nicknations, Aug 26, 2008
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