[coreboot] T520 2630QM 16GB DIMM

[Thomas Richter]

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