You choice for CPU is limited to what Apple has used in this series: [http://www.everymac.com/ultimate-mac-lookup/?search_keywords=iMac14,2|iMac14,2]. You do realize the 4771 is an i7 chip not a i5.
First here's the IFIXIT guide to replace the CPU: [guide|19630|iMac Intel 27" EMC 2639 CPU Replacement].
Frankly, the amount of gain here given the risks of damaging your system in my mind doesn't make it worth it.
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Many people (including me) have damaged the display just trying to open the system if you've never don it.
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Many people (including me) have damaged the display just trying to open the system if you've never done one.
Frankly, I would look for a used or newer system that met your needs Vs trying to upgrade the CPU in this series. in the long haul it will be cheaper.
You choice for CPU is limited to what Apple has used in this series: [http://www.everymac.com/ultimate-mac-lookup/?search_keywords=iMac14,2|iMac14,2]. You do realize the
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You choice for CPU is limited to what Apple has used in this series: [http://www.everymac.com/ultimate-mac-lookup/?search_keywords=iMac14,2|iMac14,2]. You do realize the 4771 is an i7 chip not a i5.
First here's the IFIXIT guide to replace the CPU: [guide|19630|iMac Intel 27" EMC 2639 CPU Replacement].
Frankly, the amount of gain here given the risks of damaging your system in my mind doesn't make it worth it.
Many people (including me) have damaged the display just trying to open the system if you've never don it.
Frankly, I would look for a used or newer system that met your needs Vs trying to upgrade the CPU in this series. in the long haul it will be cheaper.
You choice for CPU is limited to what Apple has used in this series: [http://www.everymac.com/ultimate-mac-lookup/?search_keywords=iMac14,2|iMac14,2]. You do realize the
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First here's the IFIXIT guide to replace the CPU: [guide|19630|iMac Intel 27" EMC 2639 CPU Replacement].
Frankly, the amount of gain here given the risks of damaging your system in my mind doesn't make it worth it.
Many people (including me) have damaged the display just trying to open the system if you've never don it.
Frankly, I would look for a used or newer system that met your needs Vs trying to upgrade the CPU in this series. in the long haul it will be cheaper.
First here's the IFIXIT guide to replace the CPU: [guide|19630|iMac Intel 27" EMC 2639 CPU Replacement].
Frankly, the amount of gain here given the risks of damaging your system in my mind doesn't make it worth it.
Many people (including me) have damaged the display just trying to open the system