Toshiba Satellite A215-S5837 CPU Compatibility

Hey Guys,
I have a Toshiba Satellite A215-S5837 and I was wondering if the Turion™ 64 X2 Dual-Core Mobile CPU could be upgraded to the Turion™ II Dual-Core Mobile CPU. Anything helps! It doesn't need a CPU but I figured if I could upgrade it then I would. 
Thanks,
Dane Austin

Honestly, I would just suggest upgrading from a standard HDD to an SSD.  I have messed around with upgrading CPU's on A215's, and I was never happy with the results.  I am down to just 1 fully functional A215 in my collection now, which I have kept as my Vista system.  It has the TL-56 1.8Ghz CPU, 2GB RAM, and a 64GB ADATA SATA II SSD.  For an A215, It's fast, but also very reliable.  
If I get a chance, I may try upgrading the CPU again... I have a stack of spare QL CPU's sitting around collecting dust.  But for now, the SSD gives the system a decent performance boost, with a LOT less work.
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