Can I replace the the processor with a core i7? and what other upgrades should I get?
378587
Yes, you can replace the processor. And if you place high detailed games yes you should. Its graphic card rating is a 4.6 out of 10 it shows. Everything else is 7.5 to 8.5.
378588
I'm not really sure about the processor but I upgraded my graphics card to a nividia 650 ti and its way better then what comes in it the downside to the card is u will have to get a new power supply as well bc the current one dose not have another 6 pin connector nor enough power but if u do get this pc and have the money I would upgrade the power and gpu it was totally worth it for me
378589
The motherboard has an AM3/AM3+ socket, so it won't take an Intel processor. You can get a motherboard that takes Intel, and a graphics upgrade is recommended. So, basically, you might wanna just get a different computer
1786154
no you cant install this processor. please dont spend money trying to upgrade this machine because it's kinda obsolete. the best you can do is buy a new pc a $300 desktop will work 6x more faster than your PC.
1192048
This is a good processor. as long as the motherboard is capable you should be good. Also you should alway keep your bios up to date.
179456
Go to www.intel.com They have a complete list of compatible processors. Be carefull. Stick to thier list and you will have this board and processor for a long time.
1125122
No the CPU and GPU are already built into the motherboard and cannot be replaced, all it needs is ram memory and a hard drive, as far as I remember you can't upgrade the processor
2071364
Very few laptops have a cpu that can be changed. If yours does then look at an i7 if the main board can support it. Changing out an i5 to another i5 isn't going to give you a big enough bump for the hassle of making the change. Hope this helps....
2157704
I know this was asked a long time ago, but in case anyone is looking; Hamilton Beach has the Use and Care guide on their site; http://useandcares.hamiltonbeach.com/files/840174102.pdf And when you go there can clearly see everything that comes with the processor.
1125120
This comes with the processor "embedded" or permanently attached. You'll need to look for a motherboard with a FM2 or FM2+ socket, then check the manufacturers website to be sure it's compatible.
1254898
This is only a case, you have to purchase and install the cpu, memory and hard drive yourself. You would also need to install the OS.
642742
I can't answer this for sure, however I've never seen any instruction in manuals, nor in an A+ computer course for replacing processors for a laptop. Unless you are very experienced at this, a safer bet would be to purchase a new laptop.
1355609
Yes. This is a full blown Windows computer. You can do anything the processor grade allows. The lower grade processor model processor might be best for demanding applications (depending on what "all my academic stuff" means), but any of these will do the basic stuff you mention. The i7 version I have handles my demanding work applications (translation memory, voice recognition, etc. running simultaneously).
659255
Sorry, I don't know, I need to get a new mother board for mine, and am not sure what one I can use, to upgrade to the fastest Mother Board I can use with the processor. I have looked the charts online only find them confusing.
468998
H.E. look up the specs on your computer and it will tell you what your computer can be upgraded to. Hope this helps
81644
No you cannot. It is very rare to find any laptop that can be upgraded in terms of processor and/or graphics card. Only desktops have that privilege.
971801
Not likely. Unless this was built by Dell within the last year or so, it is not compatible. The processor here works only in the new Haswell motherboards that have been on the market for just over a year. From what I can see your computer is circa 2008ish. You need to upgrade the Motherboard and the CPU to use this one, which would require a new operating system and new RAM. Could be done, but probably not worth it.
142064
I'm not sure but I am just going to warn you that it is a integrated CPU so if u ever plan on upgrading CPU or something like that you will have to get a new motherboard.
1378126
Most notebooks have the CPU soldered to the motherboard. I installed this processor in a desktop PC. This media server is still running strong 4 years later. I would check the AMD website for socket comparability. Good luck with your upgrade.