Hi Arthur, Zitat von Arthur Heymans <arthur at aheymans.xyz>: > Thomas Richter <coreboot at tricnet.de> writes: >> Is Sandy Bridge E so different from Sandy Bridge? Would it be possible > > Sandy Bridge E are high end desktop/server CPUs that have a different > socket (lga2011) and likely a different memory controller (4 channels > instead of 2). > A quick look at datasheet says nothing about maximum rank size. I see. >> to replace the 2620QM with an Ivy Bridge CPU? > > Afaik that should be possible since the CPU is socketed on that model > but won't overcome your issue. (same limitation) Thank your for your time to explain. Seems like I have to look for a new laptop then ;-). It was a fun project, I learned a lot and I'm really impressed by the usability. Will definitely keep coreboot on the t520! Best, Thomas