Can I upgrade my BeBox by replacing the processors

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Is it possible to directly replace the BeBox's 603/603e processors with faster 603es on the current motherboard?

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FAQ Number:
FAQ-0169

Last Modified:
2/3/98

Keywords:
BeOS, BeBox, expansion, logic, mother, board, processor, upgrade, replace, PowerPC, CPU

This can't be done because the processors are soldered to the motherboard and because there are more changes than just a swap needed to run the faster chips.

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Can I upgrade my BeBox by replacing the processors

Is it possible to directly replace the BeBox's 603/603e processors with faster 603es on the current motherboard?