If your cpu is a Pentium or a Celeron, then you’re stuck with those options. If your cpu is at least an i3, then you can swap for an i5 or an i7. There is a security “feature” in Intel ME that shuts down the computer every 30 minutes if you upgrade from a Pentium/Celeron to a Core i processor.
Thanks Howdy! Very informative. I have the same model and have upgraded to 8gig and an ssd but it still bottoms out (/tops out depending on your perspective) on some apps/multi-tasking - as they say your only as fast as your slowest component, so thought I'd search to see if a CPU swap out is easy and your video is the first one I found and subsequently watched. and thanks to you I will go for it. Now it's 3 years since you posted this vid, would you recommend the pentium 2030m?
Thank you for commenting! I haven’t used my laptop in quite some time, but I let a family member use it for some PowerPoint presentations and video playback (very light workloads) and they haven’t had any complaints. As far as the 2030m goes, if you’re doing light work, and if you can afford it for $35 (cheapest current eBay price) I’d say it’s probably worth it. I personally find it very satisfying to work on electronics, and this swap is pretty easy and cheap, so the fun-factor helps justify the price for me. At this point, if you can spare 2-300 dollars I would look into the secondary market, either eBay or Facebook Marketplace for a better deal. If you need to do anything more than word, PowerPoint, or RUclips playback the pentium is going to struggle. I remember it taking minutes to open certain programs I used for school. Whatever route you take, I hope it all works out for you! And thanks for watching! I know it was probably painful to sit through LOL
Funny to be randomly landing on your channle again after like 4 years? Thanks boi for the intel on that motherboard, was kinda worried they might have soldered the CPU onto the motherboard socket.
beware, you might need to cut of a piece of plastic on the hole where the sata connectors go through. the placement is a bit different compared to your model
I have a very similar laptop with Intel Celeron M 440 / 1.86 GHz CPU and I want to upgrade it to Core Duo T2700 since it's the best one who should fit socket M. But I'm not really sure if I'll manage it. But your video inspired me!
My model number is “C50-A”. It was very confusing doing research, as there were multiple models with the same/similar names. I’m not sure about the motherboard.
i have nearly the same laptop. and i want to do a very big upgrade for it. the model is (toshiba satelite c55 a5302) but i am still confused about the cpu (i want it powerful) any suggestion?? and how did you install a higher cpu than pantium or celeron and it did boot ??
The installation would be the same. However, on my model the bios has a lockout coded in that will shut the system off after 30 minutes. I tried both an i5 and an i3 and they were both locked out. You just have to do some careful research about your particular bios and find the most powerful chip that is still comparable. For me that was unfortunately only a pentium.
Basel omar Kilani I think you can reflash the bios with a community modded version, but it requires a clip-on bios flasher and an arduino. It was something I just wasn’t interested in at that point. If you tried today you would probably have little help, as our parts have been irrelevant for some time now. As for if your bios will allow a specific cpu, you would just have to do a little googling. I think you can find out what bios you have through cpu-z, but it’s been a while since I’ve used that utility. Best of luck to you!
My Toshiba laptop wouldn't start up. It has a power light,charging light,the fan start and stop immediately. What you recommend? is it a BIOS, Micro processor or what?
@@HowdyYT While I rest the Ram, and also try to configure BIOS by the local maintanance shop. It is just like before. My question is that if the microprocessor is getting damaged, the fan try to start?, power button is getting light? When i plugged the power adapter charging comes light?
i upgraded my processor from Pentium to core i3 but my laptops goes off in 10 to 15 minutes..............battery working fine and no overheating error code....please how can i solve this issue?
It’s super easy. All you have to do is remove the bottom panel and you get quick access. You don’t even have to take off the entire thing. Just get a matching stick of ram and you’ll be good. I upgraded to 8gbs either shortly before or shortly after this video was recorded. Good luck!
My laptop is a SATELLITE C50-A-19T, and probably has a HM70. Does exist any motherboard for this laptop but with another chipset? And if exist please tell me what motherboard is.
@@HowdyYT I found that the Toshiba Satellite c850 l850 motherboard has exactely the same aspect of the SATELLITE C50-A-19T, than i just need to change the heat sink because the C850 brings a GPU, with this motherboard you can have a i7. This motherboard comes with the HM76 chipset.
Have not tried to flash a different bios. No other cpus besides the Celeron and Pentiums function for more than 30 minutes. Last time I looked into it there was a community tool to flash a custom bios, but it required an arduino and a bios flasher (the clip on kind). It wasn’t worth the haste for me.
I have an i3 3120M cpu in my satellite pro. Running win10. Theres no issues but i tried upgrading to win11 but cpu is not supported. My satellite pro is also a c-50 Can i simply change the cpu if it removable like yours and if so which cpu will i need to enable win11? Any help will be much appreciated . Thanks
"Your current hardware configuration is not compatible with Windows 11, as it requires a minimum of 8th generation or newer components, and there is no option for upgrading in your situation."
@@revelati_n no problem. The only thing stopping me from upgrading past the pentium line was some lockout code in the bios. Since you’re already running an i3 I would assume you should be able to use an i7 just fine. That being said, I would try to find another source or two before you go through with it. You can never be too certain
You should be able to find out through task manager or system info. If it’s a celeron or a pentium then you’re limited to those. If it’s an “i” model then you should be good for an i5/i7
This is actually a “feature” of the bios. I think more specifically it’s Intel ME. It’s to prevent the user from upgrading the laptop and incentivize purchases of more expensive models.
@@HowdyYT bro the laptop had intel Celeron and the seller upgraded it to i5 2nd, i told him about this Intel ME and now he is downgrading it to i3 2nd gen. Would it still be a problem?
You can't upgrade the onboard inbuild graphic of these machine. I have played assassination crid IV at 2 fps with the base machine pentium B960. But there is always a loophole. If you are happy loosing the inbuild wifi module the same wifi slot can be used as an external express PCi slot to which you can add any desktop levsl graphic card which need an exteranl Power supply SMPS to power up. Its a bit tricky. But will definitely work. All you endup is a laptop for gaming but you need an external wifi module USB to connect to internet or the regular RJ45
i have question in my toshiba satellite C50-A-1FU i can upgrade procesor? i dont know what cpu's my laptop support i only know that i have socket G2 and my actuall cpu is pentium 2020M i be very greatfull if someone help me Edit: and also you must update bios like in computers motherboards?
Some bios versions have code to prevent processors better than the pentium line from working longer than 30 minutes. You would have to research that yourself. You might be able to instal a 2030m, but it would be pointless and more of a side grade. Yes you can update the bios the exact same way.
hey bro just want to ask how many ram slots does that laptop has cause i want to upgrade its ram and do i need to configure something after i insert the ram?
Unfortunately there are multiple satellite laptops under very similar product numbers. I tried the 3120m and it would still shut off. It’s all down to the bios chip.
Dainis Cakuls if the processor was inserted incorrectly the device would not boot. As stated, it is a well known bios issue implemented to prevent upgrading cheaper laptops. If the i5 works for longer than 30min in your system then your bios is not the same as this particular model’s.
Google “(your motherboard and bios version) cpu comparability” and make sure that the processors are compatible before you buy. I bought 2 cpus that weren’t compatible before I did my research.
I have this laptpp which has the same processor like this, like intel celeron. I want to upgrade that laptop's cpu to intel core i5 and the egpu to nvidia gtx
I have the same model like yours but my processor is i5 , it has also two graphics card intel hd graphic 4600 and nvidia GeForce 710m. I want it to upgrade to higher if posible including the ram. Any suggestions?
It depends on your motherboard. If it has a pentium or celeron, then you can only go up to the pentium 2030m because of the lockout bios. If it has an i3 or better, then you should be able to put an i7 3940xm in it, but you’ll have to think about cooling at that point too. The cooler probably won’t be able to handle that part.
@@k.o.7629 correct. There is this “feature” they coded to shut the computer off after 30 minutes if you use anything better than a pentium. It’s technically possible, but you’d only be able to use your computer for 30 minutes each time. It’s a real bummer.
Probably the pentium 2127u. Keep in mind that I haven’t done a lot of research. You’ll have to make sure the processor is compatible with your bios first too. Definitely do a bunch of research before buying.
If your cpu is a Pentium or a Celeron, then you’re stuck with those options. If your cpu is at least an i3, then you can swap for an i5 or an i7.
There is a security “feature” in Intel ME that shuts down the computer every 30 minutes if you upgrade from a Pentium/Celeron to a Core i processor.
same problem how can this be solved
@@bonifaceubana9915 there is no work around
@@HowdyYTI have the same problem ... how can fix it?
@@HowdyYT and what about update bios ? I think will be solved ? !!
I have that toshiba satellite 50 A, core i3, HDD 500Gb and RAM 4GB laptop, can i upgrade its processor to core i 7 8th gen?
My Toshiba P200 -RT5 is still kicking ass in 2024. How is this thing still alive? I love this retro beast.
Such a weird issue, I've never seen that before, but good info to keep in mind for the future.
wow i was looking foe this upgrade tutorial... thanks man
Did you sell this laptop on eBay? I have one that has the sticker ripped of the same way
Isaiah B I still have my laptop. That’s pretty cool though.
Thanks Howdy! Very informative. I have the same model and have upgraded to 8gig and an ssd but it still bottoms out (/tops out depending on your perspective) on some apps/multi-tasking - as they say your only as fast as your slowest component, so thought I'd search to see if a CPU swap out is easy and your video is the first one I found and subsequently watched. and thanks to you I will go for it. Now it's 3 years since you posted this vid, would you recommend the pentium 2030m?
Thank you for commenting! I haven’t used my laptop in quite some time, but I let a family member use it for some PowerPoint presentations and video playback (very light workloads) and they haven’t had any complaints. As far as the 2030m goes, if you’re doing light work, and if you can afford it for $35 (cheapest current eBay price) I’d say it’s probably worth it. I personally find it very satisfying to work on electronics, and this swap is pretty easy and cheap, so the fun-factor helps justify the price for me.
At this point, if you can spare 2-300 dollars I would look into the secondary market, either eBay or Facebook Marketplace for a better deal. If you need to do anything more than word, PowerPoint, or RUclips playback the pentium is going to struggle. I remember it taking minutes to open certain programs I used for school.
Whatever route you take, I hope it all works out for you! And thanks for watching! I know it was probably painful to sit through LOL
Funny to be randomly landing on your channle again after like 4 years? Thanks boi for the intel on that motherboard, was kinda worried they might have soldered the CPU onto the motherboard socket.
ScarrCrow KKen thanks man!
I have one to that im using it but the clock speed is 1.7ghz;(
Tip for anyone that still owns this laptop.
Buy the HM86 version of this motherboard, and get a 4th gen laptop cpu.
source!
beware, you might need to cut of a piece of plastic on the hole where the sata connectors go through. the placement is a bit different compared to your model
I have a very similar laptop with Intel Celeron M 440 / 1.86 GHz CPU and I want to upgrade it to Core Duo T2700 since it's the best one who should fit socket M. But I'm not really sure if I'll manage it. But your video inspired me!
Thank you! The best advice I can give is to make sure to do your research. Good luck!
@@HowdyYT Already did! So fingers crossed as I ordered the CPU for the upgrade ;)))
same:)
Any processor replacement idea for AMD E1-1200 APU with radeon
e1 1200 uses BGA or onboard CPU for upgrade you need to buy a new motherboard for that, sadly its like you bought a new laptop
There is a core i3 that does work I believe it was a core i3-3120m
Can you specified exacly what is the laptop series? Is it C50-A-14G?
And also can you tell which is the name of the motherboard? Is it PT10F?
My model number is “C50-A”. It was very confusing doing research, as there were multiple models with the same/similar names. I’m not sure about the motherboard.
i have nearly the same laptop. and i want to do a very big upgrade for it. the model is (toshiba satelite c55 a5302) but i am still confused about the cpu (i want it powerful) any suggestion?? and how did you install a higher cpu than pantium or celeron and it did boot ??
The installation would be the same. However, on my model the bios has a lockout coded in that will shut the system off after 30 minutes. I tried both an i5 and an i3 and they were both locked out. You just have to do some careful research about your particular bios and find the most powerful chip that is still comparable. For me that was unfortunately only a pentium.
thanks for the tips. can i in some way update the bios or do a trick to bypass the lock in the bios?? and how do i know that my bios lockes out cpus??
Basel omar Kilani I think you can reflash the bios with a community modded version, but it requires a clip-on bios flasher and an arduino. It was something I just wasn’t interested in at that point. If you tried today you would probably have little help, as our parts have been irrelevant for some time now. As for if your bios will allow a specific cpu, you would just have to do a little googling. I think you can find out what bios you have through cpu-z, but it’s been a while since I’ve used that utility. Best of luck to you!
@@HowdyYT thx bro.btw i think bios reflash is a bit advanced for me. but again thank you
Basel Kilani no problem!
My Toshiba laptop wouldn't start up. It has a power light,charging light,the fan start and stop immediately. What you recommend? is it a BIOS, Micro processor or what?
Lemma Ashagrie have you tried taking the battery out and trying to turn it on while it’s plugged in?
@@HowdyYT yes i have try too much. but no change @ all.
Lemma Ashagrie hm… maybe try reseating the ram and processor
@@HowdyYT While I rest the Ram, and also try to configure BIOS by the local maintanance shop. It is just like before. My question is that if the microprocessor is getting damaged, the fan try to start?, power button is getting light? When i plugged the power adapter charging comes light?
Lemma Ashagrie I’m not sure. Check to make sure there is thermal paste between the processor and the heatsink
What type and how much ram does the motherboard support? I have 1 stick of 4 gb DDR3 on 1.35 voltage, can i put in DDR3L in the second slot ?
I think mine had 4 gigs of lpddr3. Just pop the back hatch and double check.
Mixing voltages well done 👍
Hello so i wanted to adk that can change from the intel i3 processor to a Celeron bypass the 'security feature?'
i upgraded my processor from Pentium to core i3 but my laptops goes off in 10 to 15 minutes..............battery working fine and no overheating error code....please how can i solve this issue?
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The exact same laptop I have but there is one problem...
I want to upgrade the RAM.
It’s super easy. All you have to do is remove the bottom panel and you get quick access. You don’t even have to take off the entire thing. Just get a matching stick of ram and you’ll be good. I upgraded to 8gbs either shortly before or shortly after this video was recorded. Good luck!
My laptop is a SATELLITE C50-A-19T, and probably has a HM70. Does exist any motherboard for this laptop but with another chipset? And if exist please tell me what motherboard is.
I honestly don’t know
@@HowdyYT I found that the Toshiba Satellite c850 l850 motherboard has exactely the same aspect of the SATELLITE C50-A-19T, than i just need to change the heat sink because the C850 brings a GPU, with this motherboard you can have a i7. This motherboard comes with the HM76 chipset.
How can now the chipset of my matherborad laptop ?
Hi, could you let me know if it is possible to change the processor of the Toshiba Satellite C55-A 5302 notebook?
No clue, but it should be pretty simple to check if you’re willing to disassemble your machine. If you have a socket, then it’s swappable.
@@HowdyYT Did you manage to change yours?
@@SINDEL1999 yes! But there are a lot of laptops with very similar model numbers, so I would suggest opening yours up before you buy a new processor
Please tell me the exact processor you used to upgrade this laptop, I also want to upgrade my Toshiba Satellite C50 A
I used the pentium 2030m
What other cpu can be installed instead of a Celeron and Pentium? have you tried to flush the bios from a core model?
Have not tried to flash a different bios. No other cpus besides the Celeron and Pentiums function for more than 30 minutes. Last time I looked into it there was a community tool to flash a custom bios, but it required an arduino and a bios flasher (the clip on kind). It wasn’t worth the haste for me.
I have an i3 3120M cpu in my satellite pro. Running win10. Theres no issues but i tried upgrading to win11 but cpu is not supported. My satellite pro is also a c-50
Can i simply change the cpu if it removable like yours and if so which cpu will i need to enable win11?
Any help will be much appreciated . Thanks
"Your current hardware configuration is not compatible with Windows 11, as it requires a minimum of 8th generation or newer components, and there is no option for upgrading in your situation."
well you did not apply proper amount of thermal compund??
I applied thermal compound off camera
My laptop C50 A i3 3rd gen Can I upgrade it i7 3rd gen or 4th gen??
Toshiba c50 a537 cpu i3 3110m support i7-3630qm ?
does it have an additional ram slot?
Mine had 2 slots, but only one was populated
Also can I ask you didnt put any thermal paste on?
I put some on, I just didn’t show it in the video.
Hey man, would a i7 3540m work as an upgrade from a i3 3110m?
I think it would, but I’m not entirely sure.
@@HowdyYT Wow, thanks for replying so quick bro I appreciate it.
@@revelati_n no problem. The only thing stopping me from upgrading past the pentium line was some lockout code in the bios. Since you’re already running an i3 I would assume you should be able to use an i7 just fine. That being said, I would try to find another source or two before you go through with it. You can never be too certain
@@HowdyYT Alright man have a good life thanks.
@@revelati_n no problem. Good luck and you too!
jokes asside i got the exact same screw driver kit lmao
I’m still using mine to this day 😂
bro i have the same laptop as you, Can you tell me how I look for the processor model to be able to change it?
You should be able to find out through task manager or system info. If it’s a celeron or a pentium then you’re limited to those. If it’s an “i” model then you should be good for an i5/i7
Do the bios get corrupted? I purchased a laptop thats upgraded and it force shut down every 30 mins
This is actually a “feature” of the bios. I think more specifically it’s Intel ME. It’s to prevent the user from upgrading the laptop and incentivize purchases of more expensive models.
@@HowdyYT bro the laptop had intel Celeron and the seller upgraded it to i5 2nd, i told him about this Intel ME and now he is downgrading it to i3 2nd gen. Would it still be a problem?
@@polarbear9696 yes. You’re basically capped at the Pentium 2030m. I tried an i5 and an i3 and both had the same issue
Can we upgrade the gpu on this exact model as well?
Kills The Man I don’t believe so. It’s integrated graphics on my model
Integrated graphics into the cpu
@@kateajurors8640 how exactly?
You can't upgrade the onboard inbuild graphic of these machine. I have played assassination crid IV at 2 fps with the base machine pentium B960. But there is always a loophole. If you are happy loosing the inbuild wifi module the same wifi slot can be used as an external express PCi slot to which you can add any desktop levsl graphic card which need an exteranl Power supply SMPS to power up. Its a bit tricky. But will definitely work. All you endup is a laptop for gaming but you need an external wifi module USB to connect to internet or the regular RJ45
@@sharathspawar Agreed we need to change the motherboard if we do want to upgrade it
What is your boards socket?
FCPGA988
Is it possible to upgrade my Toshiba satellite c40D-A processor?
I have no clue. You would have to do some research on that specific model
Ok thanks
no thermal paste?
Thermal paste was added just not filmed. The shutdown is an issue with intel ME
i have question in my toshiba satellite C50-A-1FU i can upgrade procesor? i dont know what cpu's my laptop support i only know that i have socket G2 and my actuall cpu is pentium 2020M
i be very greatfull if someone help me
Edit: and also you must update bios like in computers motherboards?
Some bios versions have code to prevent processors better than the pentium line from working longer than 30 minutes. You would have to research that yourself. You might be able to instal a 2030m, but it would be pointless and more of a side grade. Yes you can update the bios the exact same way.
hey bro just want to ask how many ram slots does that laptop has cause i want to upgrade its ram and do i need to configure something after i insert the ram?
This model has two slots. After you install the ram that’s it. You don’t have to do anything else.
Howdy you respond really quick you earned a sub bro
Eric Regala thank you!
I got c50 d a 138 and have amd e1 cpu which cpu can ı use instead of amd e1 thank you for reply from now
I’m not sure. You would have to check google and other tech forums.
@@HowdyYT yeah ı did but didnt find anything
Is it possible to upgrade Toshiba portege T230?
I don’t know. You’ll have to ask google.
I have i3 7th gen can i upgrade it to i5
As long as your cpu isn’t soldered in that should be doable. I really don’t know, at this point that’s 6 generations newer than my laptop
I have the same laptop. What's the procsser I need
Pentium 2030m
ihave Toshiba Satellite C50-A271 pentum 2020m i can upgrad it ?
I’m not sure. Try googling for more information on your specific computer
@@HowdyYT what info i must goole for it bro i dnt know
@@HowdyYT my socket is PGA988
Oualid pro you need to check if your bios allows better CPU’s. Since you have a pentium you probably aren’t compatible with better CPU’s
Nice no thermal paste
Paste was spread, not dotted
This is same for toshiba c40d-a?
I'm not sure. If I had to guess, it's probably pretty similar.
It said it was comparable on the toshiba website
Compatible
Unfortunately there are multiple satellite laptops under very similar product numbers. I tried the 3120m and it would still shut off. It’s all down to the bios chip.
Most processors are compatible. If it shuts down after 30 mins that is the users fault who put it in the wrong way as a i5 does work on mine
Dainis Cakuls if the processor was inserted incorrectly the device would not boot. As stated, it is a well known bios issue implemented to prevent upgrading cheaper laptops. If the i5 works for longer than 30min in your system then your bios is not the same as this particular model’s.
The c55 A5242 modelo supports some i7 o i5 i would appreciate it if you could help me
Google “(your motherboard and bios version) cpu comparability” and make sure that the processors are compatible before you buy. I bought 2 cpus that weren’t compatible before I did my research.
I have this laptpp which has the same processor like this, like intel celeron. I want to upgrade that laptop's cpu to intel core i5 and the egpu to nvidia gtx
Tahsin plays YT make sure to research the bios and make sure it is compatible. The i5 was not working on this machine
@@HowdyYT Well I'm not a expert of cpu's but does intel core i3 support this laptop?
Tahsin plays YT nothing above a pentium is supported
I have the same model like yours but my processor is i5 , it has also two graphics card intel hd graphic 4600 and nvidia GeForce 710m. I want it to upgrade to higher if posible including the ram. Any suggestions?
I have c50-a-1e1 whats the best processor i can put?
It depends on your motherboard. If it has a pentium or celeron, then you can only go up to the pentium 2030m because of the lockout bios. If it has an i3 or better, then you should be able to put an i7 3940xm in it, but you’ll have to think about cooling at that point too. The cooler probably won’t be able to handle that part.
@@HowdyYT thanks for the fast reply. Mine has pentium 2020m so i wont be able to upgrade to an i5
@@k.o.7629 correct. There is this “feature” they coded to shut the computer off after 30 minutes if you use anything better than a pentium. It’s technically possible, but you’d only be able to use your computer for 30 minutes each time. It’s a real bummer.
hi, my english is very bad. I put a i5 processor, and the laptop poweroff in 30 minutes always. thanks you
Do u have the c50-a630
No, this is just the C50-A. They have a lot of models with very similar model numbers
i have a wustion do u have to use yhe paste on the processer
Eliots Life yes you must add thermal paste
well you didnt
Eliots Life I did off camera
ohhh ok great 😂😄
Can i upgrade ram in this laptop
md jahed yes
Would you like to borrow my mic next time you do a video? Lord knows I’m not using it
I usually do these randomly, so I wouldn't know when to ask to borrow it. I've had this footage since December lol. Thank you though.
I have this laptop and I hate it
J R it got me through half life 2, so for that I’m grateful lol
I'm upgrading mine with a amd a6
AMD processors are incompatible on this socket
They arnt I checked my freind also did it it works fine.
Dainis Cakuls okay good luck 👍
K thx. My school has most of the Same Toshiba's and they all have amd a9. Also I have the c50pro. Idk which on you have coz you said A.
It worked yay!
TOSHIBA SATELLITE C55D MOUSEPAD DOESN’T WORK!
Solution please
No clue. Try reconnecting it.
hey bro can you give me some advice for upgrading my toshiba c55 a5300 with procesor celeron 1037u what would be the best procesor for upgrade
Probably the pentium 2127u. Keep in mind that I haven’t done a lot of research. You’ll have to make sure the processor is compatible with your bios first too. Definitely do a bunch of research before buying.
@@HowdyYT are they available to the market bro , i mean the laptop processor
Josh Andaya I’m not sure. You would have to check ebay
Wtf 4:00 disk 100%
5400rpm laptop drive 😂 it’s since been replaced with an ssd
Hello
howdy
plez help me
bro thermal paste
I applied thermal paste for each processor tested. This is an issue with Intel ME.
@@HowdyYT ya ya i thought so