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    Dell 1525 celeron cpu swap

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Duy D, Aug 7, 2008.

  1. Duy D

    Duy D Newbie

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    I have a dell inspiron 1525 with the celeron 540 cpu. Is it possible to swap it with a core 2 duo (ex. T5450) or is it hardwired into the motherboard. Can the motherboard even support it?



    thanks
     
    Duy D, Aug 7, 2008
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  2. KingRaptor

    KingRaptor Notebook Evangelist

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    It depends on the socket type for the Celeron and if it's compatible with the socket for the T5450. You'll probably have to remove the cooling assembly and reapply thermal paste. I think replacing the processor voids the warranty too.
     
    KingRaptor, Aug 7, 2008
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  3. millermagic

    millermagic Rockin the pinktop

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    The celeron offered on the 1525 is the same socket (socket P) Make sure to get a Socket P core 2 duo and you will be good.
     
    millermagic, Aug 9, 2008
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    lancorp Notebook Virtuoso

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    I've updated two 1525's that had Celeron 550's with T5550 C2D chips. Very easy. You will need some thermal paste and make sure to remove the old, hard thermal paste before reinstalling the cooling assy.

    Yes, it is socketed. Takes about 10 minutes, total.
     
    lancorp, Aug 10, 2008
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