1. You are viewing our forum as a guest. For full access please Register. WindowsBBS.com is completely free, paid for by advertisers and donations.

Resolved CPU Upgrade?

Discussion in 'PC Hardware' started by buzzmag, 2012/03/30.

  1. 2012/03/30
    buzzmag

    buzzmag Well-Known Member Thread Starter

    Joined:
    2002/02/08
    Messages:
    206
    Likes Received:
    0
    Aside from being a bit on the slow side, I'm happy with my desktop. My question is can I replace the Intel (R) Core Duo E4500, 2.20GHz with a faster processor?
     
    buzzmag,
    #1
  2. 2012/03/30
    PeteC

    PeteC SuperGeek Staff

    Joined:
    2002/05/10
    Messages:
    28,896
    Likes Received:
    389
    You should log onto the motherboard manufacturer's web site and check out the CPU compatibility for your mobo.

    If we are talking of the PC in My System the mobo is not listed - SIW Home Edition may identify it for you.

    Seeing that you are running Win 7 Ult 2 GB of RAM is somewhat inadequate - 4 GB would be better although with the 32 bit architecture only ~3.5 GB will be recognised.
     
    PeteC,
    #2


  3. to hide this advert.

  4. 2012/03/30
    buzzmag

    buzzmag Well-Known Member Thread Starter

    Joined:
    2002/02/08
    Messages:
    206
    Likes Received:
    0
    Pete,

    Thanks for pointing me in the right direction.

    Just updated 'My System' info. I'm now running 64 Bit W7 Home Premium with 4GB DDR2 Ram. SIW reported it's a Dell MB and it did furnish the slot type. Intel's website confirmed that their Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor E8600 (6M Cache, 3.33 GHz, 1333 MHz FSB) can be used.

    Now it's a matter of deciding it I want to spend approx $200.00 to upgrade.
     
    buzzmag,
    #3
  5. 2012/03/30
    SpywareDr

    SpywareDr SuperGeek WindowsBBS Team Member

    Joined:
    2005/12/31
    Messages:
    3,752
    Likes Received:
    338
    SpywareDr,
    #4

Share This Page

  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Accept Learn More...