Can I upgrade my processor from i3 550m to anything better?

[SummerStormk]

Hi, i have a HP DESKTOP model  s5620br with I3 550 3.20 ghz , CAN I UPGRADE my processor for I7 processor,  if yes... which would be as compatible processors.

Thank you friends.

[Huffer · Accepted solution]

Here are the processor upgrade options:

http://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c02014355

You can do an 

• Intel Core i7-8xx (Lynnfield core)
  Like this:
  http://www.ebay.com/itm/Intel-Core-i7-860-2-8-GHz-Quad-Core-BV80605001908AK-SLBJJ-8MB-LGA1156-/14127...
  Here is the Service Manual:
  Manual
  This will show how to get down to the motherboard but does not show actual processor replacement. If you need help with that, post back. 
  If this is "the Answer" please click "Accept as Solution" to help others find it. 

[SummerStormk]

One more doubt ... this model that I have read has a separate video card? outrra one person said to me that my processor subistituir placxa must have a separate video card.

Thank you.

[Huffer]

I do not understand the question. Does the computer use "onboard" video or an add-in video card? Either way the processor will still work the same way the old one did; just faster. 

[SummerStormk]

yes, the question is ..... if I need to or not to insert a video card that is not on-board.

If or simply changing the processor the computer will work.

Sorry for my poor English.

[Huffer]

You might want to add a video card but not necessary. Onboard video will still work with the new processor. 

[SummerStormk]

Tks one more time.