: Upgrading CPU in a notebook with a 10-year-old i7 processor (HM65 chipset)
: Upgrading CPU in a notebook with a 10-year-old i7 processor (HM65 chipset)
Hello everyone. I have two notebooks from 2011 and am considering swapping a CPU between them. I want to know if this is possible or not. The first model is an HP DV7-6143cl with a second generation Intel Core i7-2630QM processor featuring Turbo Boost up to 2.90GHz. This notebook has a broken display, and I couldn't find any way to make it show anything on an external monitor. I've tried everything—pressing fn+F4 and various online tricks. The second model is a Samsung RV420 with an Intel Celeron B800 at 1.50GHz, socket 988B rPGA (0x4), and the chipset appears to be HM65. This would likely work as the host for the i7 processor. Their comparison can be found here: https://www.cpubenchmark.net/compare/Int...0/873vs668. As far as I've learned, their TDP differs, making an update risky. What are your thoughts? Thanks in advance.
The first model is an HP DV7-6143cl equipped with a second generation Intel Core i7-2630QM processor featuring Turbo Boost up to 2.90GHz. This notebook has a faulty display, and it was impossible to see anything on an external monitor. Did you attempt to use a screwdriver on the magnetic latch and then try turning it on while connecting an external display to the laptop? You might place the i7 in a Samsung device, but ensure your BIOS is current and check the cooling system to understand how well the Samsung model can handle heat—poor cooling could cause overheating and ruin the upgrade.
I understand. I'll skip the transplant then. Too dangerous.
I tested the magnetic latch but it didn't engage properly. Or I missed the right spot. The DV7 has a strong magnet in the center top of the screen where I put the fridge magnet when closing the lid. There appears to be some magnets on the side panel around the display. The laptop suggests the right combo is Fn+F4, but I've tried all the suggested keys without success so far.