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Old February 12th 08, 02:03 PM posted to microsoft.public.windows.vista.hardware_devices
JW
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Default upgrade to 64 bit


The processor is most likely not removable from the MOBO you would most
likely have to replace the MOBO which would be far more expensive then
buying a new laptop.
"Colin Barnhorst" wrote in message
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You need to ask the manufacturer. The mobo chipset has to support a Core
2 cpu, etc.

"guitardude" wrote in message
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Is it possible to upgrade the processor in a laptop? Thanks for all the
help,
guitardude

"JW" wrote in message
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A 2250 is a Core Duo chip which only supports 32 bit Operating Systems.
You have to have a Core 2 Duo(note the 2 in the name) chip to support a
64 bit OS.
"guitardude" wrote in message
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In my computer properties it says:
Genuine Intel® CPU T2250 @ 1.73GHz 1.73 GHz

The processor logo tag on my case says:
Intel Centrino Duo

I don't know if this is enough info or not, just let me know. thanks
for the help,
guitardude

"Dustin Harper" wrote in message
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What processor do you have? That will tell you what it is capable of.
The Core 2 Duo, Athlon 64, and some P4's are 64 bit capable.

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"guitardude" wrote in message
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Hi, I am currently running 32 bit Vista Home Premium, but I am
considering upgrading to Vista Ultimate and the 64 bit version if I
can. How do I find out If my hardware can support a 64 bit OS? Thanks
in advance,
guitardude