Upgrading A Hp Pavillion 550-a114

[Katsuragi_1]

I was wondering if you could upgrade the computers motherboard and if i can would i be able to install the current cpu onto the newmotherboard or would i have to buy another one

here are the details on the computer http://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c04755753

 

[dontlistentome]

Short answer, no you can't upgrade the motherboard as you describe.

Long answer:
I took a quick look at your link and it says a couple of important things. One, this is a mini-ITX motherboard, so in theory another motherboard with that same form factor would fit in the case. However, it also says the processor(CPU) is soldered onto the motherboard. It's all one piece. So you'd need a new motherboard and a new CPU to go with it. You would need to take care that the new motherboard not only fits in the case, but is oriented the right way so the expansion slots line up with the back of the case. Companies like HP have been known to do things in non standard ways to cut costs. This assumes the power supply is a standard design, or you'd have to buy a new power supply too. This kind of computer wasn't designed to be upgraded. It's the kind of computer you buy because it's small, cheap, and does what you need. When you outgrow it, it's time to build or buy a new computer.