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    Swapping CPU in HP DV9000

    Discussion in 'HP' started by genetik_freak, Sep 27, 2008.

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    genetik_freak, Sep 27, 2008
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    You could. Flash in the latest BIOS first. Read the service guide from hp.com for instructions. Given that these models are prone to NVIDIA chip failure and enhanced warranty repair I advise against swapping in an expensive new CPU.
     
    brianstretch, Sep 28, 2008
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    brainstretch, doesnt he first have to find out if the CPU will fit in his laptop?
    how can someone find out what Socket their laptop has?
    and would the 90nm vs 65nm difference cause a problem (maybe it wont fit?)

    i never upgraded CPUs on a laptop but i know on desktop motherboards you have to get a CPU thats the correct size for a given Socket... for example, Socket AM2 vs Socket 939 vs Socket 754
     
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    I know the CPU will fit as both 90nm and 65nm AMD cpu's are the same size. I was not aware of the nvidia chip issue however. I've had this notebook since May of 2007 and have not had any of the issues noted on hp's site regarding the graphic chip. Could the chip swap create a problem?
     
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    mujjuman: same socket, the only concern is the BIOS being new enough to recognize that particular core revision. Flashing in the latest BIOS should take care of it.

    genetik_freak: if you've never updated to one of the newer BIOS revisions that runs the fan 24x7, do so now. All NVIDIA chips from the GeForce 6100 series (possibly earlier) up until chips made very recently have a defect that makes them prone to thermal failure. Swapping CPUs won't make this worse, but given the risk that it's going to happen regardless... well, you can always swap the old chip back in before sending it in for service if it comes to that. My old dv9000z is still going strong. HP doesn't approve of CPU swaps but what they don't know won't hurt them.
     
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    I just flashed with the latest bios. I'm glad I asked about the CPU swap which led me to finding out about the graphic chip issue...Thanks for the help brianstretch!
     
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    oh ok thanks. running the fan 24/7? taht would be noisy..
     
    mujjuman, Sep 29, 2008
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