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    Laptop cpu on a Desktop computer

    Discussion in 'HP' started by mlee49, Apr 28, 2009.

  1. mlee49

    mlee49 Notebook Consultant

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    Hey guys I have a question about running a laptop chip on a desktop. I had a AMD Turion ML-44 2.4GHz single core socket 754 chip and I'm trying to find out if it can be used on a desktop 754 motherboard.

    Specifically a replacement for a HP Pavilion a6700z:
    http://www.shopping.hp.com/webapp/s...a1=Processor&v1=AMD&series_name=a6700z_series

    Anyone with some experience help me out here?

    I have also considered just posting it on the Pay it Forward thread here so anyone interested in the chip please let me know! :)
     
    mlee49, Apr 28, 2009
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  2. sgogeta4

    sgogeta4 Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    I don't believe they are compatible.
     
    sgogeta4, Apr 28, 2009
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  3. vert

    vert Notebook Consultant

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    if they are the same socket yes, but mobile cpus are usually different sockets than of dekstop boards.

    usually desktop boards with mobile sockets cost a little more, and arent really worth it.
     
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    brianstretch, Apr 28, 2009
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    mlee49 Notebook Consultant

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    BAM! Thats what I'm talking about! I hightly doubt the HP's Bios would support it though. Thanks for the help!
     
    mlee49, Apr 28, 2009
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    sgogeta4 Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Interesting, didn't think they'd fit due to physical size.
     
    sgogeta4, Apr 29, 2009
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  7. Infamous22

    Infamous22 Notebook Deity

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    Just turn your laptop sideways, put it under your desk and hook up an external keyboard combo and monitor. BAM! You got a desktop with a laptop chip. :) lol
     
    Infamous22, Apr 30, 2009
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