Upgrading The Processor - HP Brio 80xx Upgrade Manual

Upgrading the Processor

What Is the
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
Processor? internal 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 is the fastest processor that you can install in your computer.
Processor I Can
Install?
For instructions on how to install a processor upgrade, refer to "Installing a Processor Upgrade" on page
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