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    M11x R-2 i5 Swap To M11X R-2 Core i7-640UM

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by ssnr, Jul 1, 2012.

  1. ssnr

    ssnr Notebook Enthusiast

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    Would it be possible to upgrade a m11x i5 r2 motherboard to a i7? I know that changing from r1 r2 r3 is impossible, but what about switching motherboards to upgrade from i5 to i7? i currently have the i5 520um
     
    ssnr, Jul 1, 2012
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    namaiki "basically rocks" Super Moderator

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    I think it would be possible, but I don't think it would be worth to do.
     
    namaiki, Jul 1, 2012
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    katalin_2003 NBR Spectre Super Moderator

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    It is possible. Now up to you to decide whether or not is worth it.
     
    katalin_2003, Jul 2, 2012
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    ssnr Notebook Enthusiast

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    yea i know it's not worth buying it.My friend has an extra i7 board and he said he'll give it to me if i do this 10 page essay i just wanted to make sure it would fit and work before I do it lol. Thanks =)
     
    ssnr, Jul 2, 2012
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    katalin_2003 NBR Spectre Super Moderator

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    There you have it, good luck with your essay.
    If you happen to get stuck, you now know where to come :)
     
    katalin_2003, Jul 2, 2012
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