will i be able to use Intel Core i7 820QM 1.73GHz Quad-Core Processor CPU SLBLX in my dv6 HP2173cl

[willygog]

I want to upgrade the cpu it too slow 

[Huffer · Accepted solution]

The Manuals for that model series are hard to find. This is a version of it and only lists Quad Cores, including the one you ask about. I know your model has an i3-330M. On some versions with that CPU, the CPU is soldered to the board. 

Manual

[willygog]

hi  this one isnt soldered .. i opened it up and removed it in hopes i couold replace it.. i;ll look at yopur manual and see what it says.. heres hoping

[Huffer]

Find the HP Part Number of the motherboard usually on a sticker near the memory slots. If its the same as the one in the Service Manual I sent you, then you are good to go. 

[willygog]

well i looked, this mobo is 600813-001 I cant find anything n specs i ordered the cpu last night now im thinking i am outta luck 😞

[Huffer]

It might work. Your board comes up as for a dv6-3000 and some of those had an i7-820QM so give it a try before you throw in the towel. 

[willygog]

were did you find that info if u dont mind giving up a secret 🙂

[Huffer]

I just googled the motherboard part number but if you want to dive deeper you can check the HP Parts Store and it will give you a list of all models a particular part number was used in. 

[willygog]

So I did further research the original  cpu I  asked about, does not work (Intel Processor Core i7-820QM 1.73GHz, 8MB Cache PGA988 SLBLX)  However the cpu that does and did fit was this one (

Intel i7-740QM Quad-Core 1.73GHz Laptop CPU Processor SLBQG <<< for any one wanting to upgrade the same motherboard use this one if it fits your needs.... It performs great!!!