upgrading CPU of mac mini

hey, so i want to buy the new mac mini but i want to upgrade its processor
i want to install a 2.8ghz core 2 duo processor
1. is this possible?
2. also, will this cause the mini to overheat?
3. if it will cause overheating, is there any way to cool the system down(like laptop coolers)?

thanks

Umm not possible with the new 2009 models. The CPU is soldered. T_T" You could upgrade on the older versions.

Found a guide on it here.

Search google. I have so far seen nothing on whether the new Minis with the nVidia Chipset have a Socketed CPU like the Older Intel Chipset ones did or not.

A 2.8 if it does still use a socket would almost for sure cause overheating. The MINI is so small inside. I would not want to go up that high even if I could in that small a case. Also you void any warranty if you try to put in another CPU. Not really worth it.

I did put a 2.16 C2D from the last gen white iMac, in my older Intel Mini after the warranty was over. When running 100% CPU the temps do shoot up quite high but I use SMC Fan Control and keep it down.

Edit: CrimsonRequiem, thanks for that. I was wondering and now I know! Are you 100% sure on the no socket?

Aye I'm sure that it's not socketed anymore.

Proof here and here.

CrimsonRequiem said:

Aye I'm sure that it's not socketed anymore.

Proof here and here.

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I had not really looked till you mentioned it. Found those same URL's while you were posting!

Thanks again as I have been asked many times now and know what to tell people!