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What would be the fastest processor I could upgrade this laptop to? Would a new core i3 or core i5 fit in it?

Also this processor is 35w, if I went to a core 2 duo that was 25 w (say P8700) would I see a big difference in battery life?

I just installed a T9550 in my SL410 replacing the T5870. Pretty much any T or P series Core 2 Duo with a 800-1066MHZ FSB should work. I considered getting a 25W processor to improved battery life and generate a little less heat but I got the T9550 so cheap, I could not pass it up.

Just thought I would pass this info along.