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‎04-19-2020 02:37 PM

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Product: Pavilion dv7-3111ea

Hi.

I would like to upgrade my dv7-3111ea (product WC159EA#ABU) with new processor.

And my questions is if this laptop can handle i7? I found one thread for similar computer which status that i can fit  i7.  If yes, which one, and before upgrade should i update BIOS?

Regards,

 

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‎04-19-2020 03:18 PM

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@ninioo 

 

Please use page 1-1 of the manual called Maintenance and Service Guide on the following link

 

       https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-pavilion-dv7-3100-entertainment-notebook-pc-series/4074368/m...

 

Yes, it is a good idea to update its BIOS using Software, Drivers and Firmware on same link above.

 

Regards.

BH
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‎04-19-2020 03:18 PM

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@ninioo 

 

Please use page 1-1 of the manual called Maintenance and Service Guide on the following link

 

       https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-pavilion-dv7-3100-entertainment-notebook-pc-series/4074368/m...

 

Yes, it is a good idea to update its BIOS using Software, Drivers and Firmware on same link above.

 

Regards.

BH
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