Donny1020 Posted October 11, 2013 Share Posted October 11, 2013 this might be a really stupid question... but how does one know if a new processor is compatible with my computer? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819113284 is what i plan on buying for my computer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Fattiehoff Posted October 11, 2013 Share Posted October 11, 2013 put it in ur computer +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donny1020 Posted October 11, 2013 Author Share Posted October 11, 2013 .... i know but i dont wanna buy something that isnt going to work. how do i tell if i have the proper plug in and stuff? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma# Posted October 11, 2013 Share Posted October 11, 2013 What mobo {motherboard} do you have? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donny1020 Posted October 11, 2013 Author Share Posted October 11, 2013 ummm how would i find that out enigma? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackbelt Posted October 11, 2013 Share Posted October 11, 2013 step 1 open up computer step 2 look at motherboard step 3 read name of mother board step 4 post name of motherboard P.S. if you currently have an intel processor then this one wont work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plaayer Posted October 11, 2013 Share Posted October 11, 2013 step 1 open up computer step 2 look at motherboard step 3 read name of mother board step 4 post name of motherboard P.S. if you currently have an intel processor then this one wont work OR if you have a prebuilt, post the pre-built's make and model. For example: Dell Vostro 200 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donny1020 Posted October 11, 2013 Author Share Posted October 11, 2013 Asus Essentio CM5571 Pentium Dual-Core 2.7 GHz 1 TB HD 6 GB RAM currently the info on my computer. cant seem to find any info on the motherboard. nothing is marked really. like its almost been stripped down... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma# Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 https://hellsgamers.com/topic/90961-donny-es-noob-and-needs-help/ Pentium Dual-Core CPU E5400 @ 2.70 GHz 2.70 GHz Socket 775 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donny1020 Posted October 12, 2013 Author Share Posted October 12, 2013 soooo would that processor work or no? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonick Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Negative Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonick Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 This is probably the best you will get to work with that board. May be worth it to upgrade the board so you can have a better processor. Those will also make it a lot easier to upgrade the rest down the road. Compared to what you have I probably wouldn't waste the time and money upgrading to this but here it is. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116903&Tpk=socket%20775%20processor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donny1020 Posted October 12, 2013 Author Share Posted October 12, 2013 recommendations on a new motherboard and processor that won't necessarily break my bank? (not ridiculous prices, but reasonable lol) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Executive Council imasonaz Posted October 16, 2013 Executive Council Share Posted October 16, 2013 (edited) recommendations on a new motherboard and processor that won't necessarily break my bank? (not ridiculous prices, but reasonable lol) I will warn you now, you will probably be building an entire new computer. Not just morhterboard/processor. When you change something like the processor, you are required to reinstall Windows as well. Things to think about: RAM compatability (Your's has DDR3, should be OK), case size (You don't really know what you case is made for, could be ATX, or MiniATX), you might end up having to buy a case, currently you have a built-in video card, not ideal for games, etc. Honestly, when I decide I need to upgrade my mobo/processor, I end up just setting that comptuer aside, removing any hard drives I want, and starting from scratch. When I first started building computers, I would frankenstein them together to get them to work, but I did that from computers I bought for $10 or people no longer wanted. After my 2nd actual build, I started saving my money, bought a nice case that has lasted 6 years, and built it 1 part at a time as I found things I like or were on sale. It took me about 6-10 months to build my computer, but I was in no hurry. A couple suggestions if you go that route: save up more then you think you'll need, prices are not likely to be on your side, triple check compatability before buying, it will save you hours of trouble later, and try to buy everything in 3-4 months max. With the release of the Intel Ivy Bridge-E line, there is going to be a shift to upgrade to that line. This will either be good because other lines will drop in price, or be bad because the motherboard that support the previous lines will disappear. The last thing you want it to have a processor you spent a chunk of money on and not have a motherboard that will work with it. If you have any questions, please feel free to PM me and I'll answer them as best I can. Good luck Edited October 16, 2013 by imasonaz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IvoryG37 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 ^You don't need to reinstall windows when you change your processor. Your bios should redo the values accordingly if you built your computer. Prebuilts usually will do the same but you will have to check the manufacturer motherboard compatibility list. If its too old the bios will not read newer processor like ivy bridge and etc. To donny, depending on your usage and budget. Youre better off getting either a I3-3220 with a cheap 1155 motherboard(H77 or z68/z77) if you like intel or an AMD A10-6800K richland for much less than the vishera with a cheap FM2 socket AMD board. Then get a cheap GPU like a 660 or 650 ti. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poohunter Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 (edited) recommendations on a new motherboard and processor that won't necessarily break my bank? (not ridiculous prices, but reasonable lol) You'd need a mobo with an am3+ socket (that is assuming you want to have that FX-8350 processor). So these 2 could go together: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16813131872 http://www.newegg.co...N82E16819113284 Which would add up to $283 before tax If you would also give us a budget range, and what processor you currently have now, I could recommend some good ones. EDIT: I NEED TO CHECK THREAD DATES. Edited October 29, 2013 by Poohunter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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