https://community.intel.com/t5/Mobile-and-Desktop-Processors/Changing-inspiron-1545-cpu/m-p/1637457#M78312 <P>You need to consult with Dell regarding what processors are compatible with THEIR bios.&nbsp; Then select from those.&nbsp; This is, of course, if your current processor can be upgraded.</P><P>&nbsp;</P><P>Doc (not an Intel employee or contractor)<BR />[Fear and the desire for control are primary motivators for shadow dwellers. ]</P> Tue, 15 Oct 2024 21:14:55 GMT AlHill 2024-10-15T21:14:55Z https://community.intel.com/t5/Mobile-and-Desktop-Processors/Changing-inspiron-1545-cpu/m-p/1637455#M78311 Hello, i have dell inspiron 1545 running on debian linux q4os with these specs:<BR />Intel celeron 585 30w<BR />4gb ram<BR />So i wanted to change to intel core 2 duo t9400 35w, is it compatible with this laptop i heard some people on dell forums talking that it worked but i just want to make sure<BR />Any help? Tue, 15 Oct 2024 21:04:11 GMT https://community.intel.com/t5/Mobile-and-Desktop-Processors/Changing-inspiron-1545-cpu/m-p/1637455#M78311 Mxshii 2024-10-15T21:04:11Z https://community.intel.com/t5/Mobile-and-Desktop-Processors/Changing-inspiron-1545-cpu/m-p/1637457#M78312 <P>You need to consult with Dell regarding what processors are compatible with THEIR bios.&nbsp; Then select from those.&nbsp; This is, of course, if your current processor can be upgraded.</P><P>&nbsp;</P><P>Doc (not an Intel employee or contractor)<BR />[Fear and the desire for control are primary motivators for shadow dwellers. ]</P> Tue, 15 Oct 2024 21:14:55 GMT https://community.intel.com/t5/Mobile-and-Desktop-Processors/Changing-inspiron-1545-cpu/m-p/1637457#M78312 AlHill 2024-10-15T21:14:55Z