Core 2 Duo Switch

I own the dv2000t and bought it about a month ago with the t2500 core duo. It is a great computer and the only complaint I have it battery. Most of the new tests show that Core 2 Duo is better on batteries and overall performance. Now here is the stinger. Can I but a new c2duo and replace my t2500 with no problems. I know I need a BIOS update and it will be tricky, but is it possible? Someone let me know if you think this will be worth it.

 

I've been thinking of doing the same, but, I'm waiting to see if it'll void my warranty.

The warranty is more important to me than Core 2 Duo in my dv2000.

 

Hey gandia, you need to check first to see if your processor is soldered in. I believe that most notebooks have their chips soldered in, unlike their desktop counterparts.

 

Depends on the chipset, actually. If he's got the Intel 945GM like mine (there are also a few other Intel Chipsets for Core Duo that have this as well), then it should be just drop-in, pull-out type of config, as I've read on several tech sites.

 

Where do I find out the exact specs of my chip. (i.e. Socket, chipset, etc.)

 

CPU-Z is a good tool for that

 

So I have all the info and it looks like I can just pop in a new CPU. I still need to know if this is possible. I agree that I don't want to void the warranty, but it still is worth looking at. Has anyone done it? Or something similar?

 

What mobile Core 2 Duo are you looking to put in it? The T7200? I would definitely find out if it voids the warranty to replace the CPU first before doing anything because the upgrade wouldn't be worth no warranty. If it voids the warranty i would just sell that one and buy a new one with the Core 2 Duo.

 

Confirmed, it'll void the warrenty if you try to switch the processors.

http://www.hp.com/country/us/en/privacy/termsofsale.html

"d) Exclusions. HP is not obligated to provide warranty services or Support for any claims resulting from:
1) improper site preparation, or site or environmental conditions that do not conform to HP's site specifications;
2) Customer's non-compliance with Specifications or Transaction Documents;
3) improper or inadequate maintenance or calibration;
4) Customer or third-party media, software, interfacing, supplies, or other products;
5) modifications not performed or authorized by HP;
6) virus, infection, worm or similar malicious code not introduced by HP; or
7) abuse, negligence, accident, loss or damage in transit, fire or water damage, electrical disturbances, transportation by Customer, or other causes beyond HP's control."



Looks like I'll have to live with Yonah for now...

 

Its not worth it. Period. Seriously, so many people purchase laptops worried that there CPU cant cut it at all. Performance is slightly better than Core Duo, and even if you could tell the difference, its not worth voiding the warranty or even wasting money on such a slight upgrade. The Yonah line is still in no ways a horrid processor and its just not worth the money or the time.

 

Go get the service guide for your notebook from hp.com (there's a Manuals link on the left-hand side of the downloads page). It documents how to replace the CPU. Decide whether you want to accept the risks involved in disassembling the notebook to get to the CPU socket. I would consider it to be a medium-to-high-risk operation.

But yeah, it'll definitely void your warranty, at least if HP notices. I'd wait until you need 64-bit capability (when you want to upgrade to Vista) before making the attempt. Anyone buying a new Intel notebook should definitely get the C2D though or stick with the AMD chips that set the x86-64 standard a few years ago.