Motherboard compatibility

[Gwizz]

My hp envy m7-n101dx needs a new motherboard.

Original part number is 813681-601, but i’m hoping to install a 829066-601. Both parts are listed in the Maintenance and Service Guide.

The 829066-601 has a better processor and both boards seem to be almost identical with the same connectors. This assumption is made by comparing my original board to pictures of the 829066-601

Will this replacement work without any major issues?

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

Hi:

I think you would also have to change the heat sink if you want to install that i7-6700 motherboard.

Wouldn't you agree?

What confuses me is that the i7-6700 quad core processor is rated at 45W, but the service manual only offers the three heatsinks listed in chapter 3, on page 17--the max being 40W. 

I hope that is a typo.

Subject to the foregoing, I think it would work just fine.

[Gwizz]

Thanks,

I think i’m going to give it a try.

-G

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome.

Please let us know how it goes if you do.

[Gwizz]

This worked great. A+

[Paul_Tikkanen]

That is great news.

Thanks for letting us know the outcome.