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    HDX16: will bios support my cpu upgrade? p7350 -> P9500

    Discussion in 'HP' started by sandrodz, Jul 20, 2011.

  1. sandrodz

    sandrodz Notebook Consultant

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    Hi guyz,

    I'm thinking to upgrade cpu.

    I looked inside and chip isn't soldiered.


    am I good to go?


    And is 100$ good price for qualification sample cpu P9500 6M Cache 2.53?
     
    sandrodz, Jul 20, 2011
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  2. justinkw1

    justinkw1 Notebook Virtuoso

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    I currently do not see a problem with upgrading. However, make sure that both CPUs have the same socket to ensure compatibility (socket PGA478 I think) and that your notebook BIOS is flashed to the latest version.

    Also, I do NOT recommend that you purchase a Qualification or Engineering Sample (ES) processor. They are not intended for sale / resale.

    For more information, visit: Processors — Information about Intel Engineering/Qualification Sample Processors
     
    justinkw1, Jul 21, 2011
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