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Simple Question from Nooby upgrading CPU

idata — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 23:10:28 GMT

Hi everyone, i have a very simple question that I though it would get straight from the Intel community board. I am upgrading my computer from an Intel P4 2.4 Ghz to an Intel P4 3.20E Ghz with Hyperthreading.

My mobo is an ASUS P4P800 SE and i have already checked the ASUS site for compatibility and I have the latest BIOS. All is good.

But, my one question is: Will my BIOS automatically recognize the new CPU and adjust the settings or do I have to manually update the BIOS after I install the new CPU. For example, will the bus speed automatically adjust itself? My motherboard has a bunch of auto features but the manual doesn't say anything about automatically recognizing a new CPU.

Also, is there anything else I should keep in mind for after I install my new CPU?

Any help would be appreciated. Thank you!!!!!!

Re: Simple Question from Nooby upgrading CPU

RGoul1 — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:51:28 GMT

Your motherboard should automatically detect the new CPU, however it is recommended you "Load Optimized Defaults" (or the Asus equivalent) in the BIOS after installing it. Then re-apply any modifications you had (such as boot order, etc).

If the new CPU is only supported by a higher BIOS update than the one currently installed, you will need to update the BIOS BEFORE installing the new CPU.

Re: Simple Question from Nooby upgrading CPU

idata — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 01:09:45 GMT

Thanks Rob! I hope this works!

Re: Simple Question from Nooby upgrading CPU

idata — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 01:13:08 GMT

hay guys i want to know what is the best cpu i can put on my toshiba a300-1g5 laptop i search all over the net without answer can u help me plz

Re: Simple Question from Nooby upgrading CPU

RGoul1 — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 01:19:53 GMT

That laptop has the Intel GM965 chipset, so it should support up to a T8300 CPU, however I would strongly suggest you contact Toshiba before purchasing a new CPU to confirm compatibility.

For future reference, you should also start a new thread for an unrelated question

Re: Simple Question from Nooby upgrading CPU

idata — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 01:28:32 GMT

thanx , i will next time =D