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When building or upgrading your computer, it’s important to choose the right motherboard and compatible components. If you’re referring to the list in Chapter 3 on page 19 of the manual, you’ll see various motherboards designed for different processors and graphics cards, along with the compatible fans and heatsinks needed for each setup.
For example, look at the first motherboard in that chapter. It supports an Intel Core i7-8550U processor, which runs at 1.80 GHz but can Turbo up to 4.00 GHz. This motherboard is also paired with an NVIDIA GeForce MX150 graphics card, which has up to 4096 MB of dedicated video memory, consisting of 512 MB GDDR3 modules.
This setup runs on Windows 10 and is identifier by HP part number 935001-601. The heatsink and fan compatible with this motherboard are listed on page 20, with part number 936170-001. However, be sure to only use this heatsink if your computer has an Intel Core i7-8550U or i5-8250U processor, and a discrete memory graphics subsystem. Using the right heatsink helps keep your CPU cool and ensures everything runs smoothly.
In short, when selecting components, always verify compatibility based on the processor and graphics card to avoid issues later. This way, your build will be stable, efficient, and long-lasting.