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    Upgrade the CPU on the Sager NP8662?

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by Hobbes203, Aug 16, 2009.

  1. Hobbes203

    Hobbes203 Notebook Guru

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    Is it possible to put in the Intel Core 2 Quad Q9100 processor in the NP8662? Manually? And is it worth it? Around 200-250 USD. I am also planning to find a GTX 280m to replace the GPU.

    Also are there any other upgradable things I can do cheaper than XoticPC?
     
    Hobbes203, Aug 16, 2009
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  2. MrDJ

    MrDJ Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    i dont think the 280 will go as it will cause too much heat. 260 will though.
     
    MrDJ, Aug 16, 2009
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    True, since I read about heat problems with the HDD. It is possible to replace the ram in the NP8662 right?

    Edit:And does it have to be a specific type of RAM card or any I can could buy?
     
    Hobbes203, Aug 16, 2009
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    yes you can replace the ram. 204pin ddr3 ram.
     
    ChinNoobonic, Aug 16, 2009
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    The heat has actually been managable in most cases and is shown to work fine, even with a Quad-core CPU. Playing on battery is the real kellier though. Too little juice to operate the 280M.
     
    Oiad, Aug 17, 2009
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    Well, which CPU do you currently have? if it's a P9700 I wouldn't do anything, as that seems like good enough, but if you have a P8700 then go ahead and replace it, then sell the P8700 here. Also, if you are planning on cramming a GTX 280 into it, keep in mind that it might need more maintenance like undervolting, and that you might run into some power problems, especially under battery.
     
    Purlpo, Aug 17, 2009
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