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Upgrading the Processor
What Does the
The processor is the primary computational chip inside the computer. It can be thought of as the computer's brain. The
processor communicates with other parts of the computer via three buses (information pathways):
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the processor's local bus
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the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) bus
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the ISA (Industry-Standard Architecture) bus
Each bus connects functional components of the computer which have similar data-handling requirements. The three
buses operate at different speeds and are connected via bridges. (A bridge converts data from one bus into a format that
is suitable for the destination bus.)
Why Upgrade the
The speed at which the processor can perform tasks is determined by the processor's internal speed; the faster the internal
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speed, the faster tasks can be performed. Replacing the processor by one with a faster internal speed will improve the
performance of your computer.
What Is the Fastest
New, faster processors are being developed all the time. Check with your HP-authorized support agent or reseller to find
out what the fastest processor is that you can install in your computer.
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For instructions on how to install a processor upgrade, refer to
"Installing a Processor Upgrade" on page
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