NetsTen Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 Just bought my MacBook 2 days ago. Thought it seemed like the right time ... little did I know what was waiting for me today. So, I found out that the Intel Core 2 Duo processor will be incorporated in laptops in the near future, and I'm sure the MacBook is no exception. Anyway, my question: would it be possible to upgrade my current MacBook CPU to the new chip? Can the CPU be easily popped out? Or is it soldered? Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
aqualeviathan Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 Sadly, its soldered. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-176585 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NetsTen Posted August 29, 2006 Author Share Posted August 29, 2006 CURSES! Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-176597 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevin_4e Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 I accept the fact that it's soldered, and there's a lot of it, but would it be possible for a highly advanced solder user to get the job done? Thanks, kevin Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-176618 Share on other sites More sharing options...
-TiLT- Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 Yes it would be possible, with a 99.99999% garanty of a broken laptop afterwards. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-177193 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bartboy919 Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 Why would they solder it. that is just plain stupid!!! Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-177249 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik006 Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 >Yes it would be possible, with a 99.99999% garanty of a broken laptop afterwards. Not quite accurate. Assuming you have the proper skills and tools, it shouldn't altogether be that complicated of a process. Granted, if you use a 30$ radioshack/the source soldering iron, you're bound to break your macbook. But if you have a hot air rework station it's definitely a possibility. In fact, desoldering of SMD parts is done quite often. This does make it outside of the range of possibility for most end users, including the topic starter. >Why would they solder it. that is just plain stupid!!! It makes total sense from a marketing point of view. Erik006 Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-177254 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NetsTen Posted August 29, 2006 Author Share Posted August 29, 2006 Well, I guess my next question would be if there are places that would do that process for you. This is more just out of sheer curiousity. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-177282 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sigxcpu Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 actually, the cpu, NB, SB and other parts like this are not using normal SMD soldering techniques. they are soldered using some metal balls between their "pins" and the PCB. I don't think you will ever take one out without breaking the thing Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-177322 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sev7en Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 Why would they solder it. that is just plain stupid!!! Costs... Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-177340 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mifki Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 Sockets and plugs cost money you know Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-177372 Share on other sites More sharing options...
holden caulfield Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 Are you all thinking that the MacBook and the Macbook Pro will both be updated together? Or, do you think it will be one first, then the other? Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-177400 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colonel Posted August 30, 2006 Share Posted August 30, 2006 The Core 2 Duo wouldn't even fit inside a MacBook. Only a Merom would work. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-177455 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pu7o Posted August 30, 2006 Share Posted August 30, 2006 The name "Core 2 Duo" applies to Merom, Conroe and Woodcrest... Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-177458 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyKL Posted August 30, 2006 Share Posted August 30, 2006 I always assumed the MacBook Pro would get the upgrade to Core Duo 2 but the MacBook stay as it - atm there isnt much performance for everyday use between the two and one cost twice the price. When the MacBook Pro comes out with Merom and Leopard I will upgrade from my MacBook. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-177633 Share on other sites More sharing options...
unixguru Posted August 31, 2006 Share Posted August 31, 2006 Not quite accurate. Assuming you have the proper skills and tools, it shouldn't altogether be that complicated of a process. Granted, if you use a 30$ radioshack/the source soldering iron, you're bound to break your macbook. But if you have a hot air rework station it's definitely a possibility. In fact, desoldering of SMD parts is done quite often. This does make it outside of the range of possibility for most end users, including the topic starter. >Why would they solder it. that is just plain stupid!!! It makes total sense from a marketing point of view. Erik006 Yes this is very true. Problem is that professional rework stations start at about $3,000. Not something you can have around just for a one-time project. However, there are companies that will do this kind of work for around $50-$100 depending on where you go. Personally I think that's the best option, because then it's being done by people who are experienced at this procedure. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-178329 Share on other sites More sharing options...
selectodude Posted August 31, 2006 Share Posted August 31, 2006 The name "Core 2 Duo" applies to Merom, Conroe and Woodcrest... Woodcrest is Xeon. Anyways, the processor is BGA, and to desolder a Yonah, cut the pins off a Merom, and solder the Merom on isn't worth the >10 percent speed increase. IMO of course. I'll be getting a MacBook Pro though. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-178339 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bartboy919 Posted September 2, 2006 Share Posted September 2, 2006 It wouldnt matter anyway. if you wanted to put a merom chip in there you would need to update the bios, but uh-oh Apple had to use EFI instead of Bios because they wanna feel special, so dont even try it. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/26090-macbook-upgrade-to-intel-core-2-duo-a-possibility/#findComment-179729 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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