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‎11-07-2021 08:45 AM

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Product: pavilion g4-2235dx
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (64-bit)

I am thinking about upgrading the processor on my notebook from an amd a6-4400m to a a8-4500m or an a10-4600m. Will the upgrade really be as easy as plug-n-play; as I've seen on youtube? I don't know the name of my motherboard however I do know the processor socket is a FS1 (FS1r2). The BIOS is Insyde F.26 and the date of it says 02/21/2013, the born date on my computer is 11/18/2012. So can I buy and attempt the upgrade? Are there some things I can check before hand to ensure compatibility or that my computer is optimal for a new apu? 

If there is any other information I should provide that could be more helpful please let me know

Thank you in advance!

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‎11-07-2021 09:35 AM

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Hi @Aurelio-Alvarez,

 

Welcome to the community!

 

The following APU are compatible and yes, your notebook's system board supports the upgrades.

AMD A10-4600M processor (3.2 GHz/2.3 GHz, 1600 MHz/4.0 MB L2 cache, DDR3, quad core, 35W)  HP p/n 683046-001
AMD A8-4500M processor (2.8 GHz/1.9 GHz, 1600 MHz/4.0 MB L2 cache, DDR3, quad core, 35W)    HP p/n 683048-001

 

It is recommended to purchase and install upgrade APUs that have the HP part number to ensure compatibility.

 

Your notebook series HP Pavilion G4 series manual is at the hyperlink below.

http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c03593667.pdf


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