Processor upgrade

[Bonecase]

Hi

 

I wish to exchange my athlon 64 x2 3800+ amd2 processor with athlon 64 x2 6000+ amd2 2MB L2 cache processor.

 

My mobo is Asus M2NPV-VM bios Revision 0504 (10/17/2006)-Phoenix tech ltd.

 

I am aware that the processor is compatible but I have never changed a processor before so my question is:

 

Can I just change the processor over with my current install of windows intact or do I need to do a fresh install?

[Dalo Harkin]

Nope - you can just plug it in and away you go :D

[Tootech]

If you are changing the CPU only, and re-using the heatsink and fan, don't forget to clean the old paste off the heatsink underside and apply a small amount of new paste.

 

Need any more help, just pop back and ask :)

[Bonecase]

Great news! Thanks for quick replies.

 

I have a new heatsink and fan in box with processor but I have been told that the stock fan doesnt keep it cool enough so may have to get a new fan yet.

 

Thanks again :)

[Tootech]

Yeah, the 6000+ is a bit of an energy burner.

 

Unless you are overclocking it the standard fan should be fine.

[Dalo Harkin]

All I use now for CPU cooling are the Arctic Freezer 7 versions for 'budget' they are still FAR better than a stock and if you have a bit more of a budget the Thermalright ones are the BEST available.

[Bonecase]

I won't be overclocking it the 6000+ doesnt overclock much anyway from what I've been reading also my mobo isn't the best for that either.

 

Increasing the processor was a cheap upgrade and should make a big difference compared to my 3800 x2 chip especially in newer games where the 3800 was def holding me back.

 

Should last me for a while don't wanna fork out on a new system just yet as the tech changes so quickly. I may aswell use this as long as Its copes then build a new base unit with latest tech in.

[Tootech]

Totally agree..

 

I still use a 5000+ Black Edition, clocked at 3Gz, it's fine for most things and compares well to the cheaper Core 2's. Saves building a new system.

 

Course, once you get into the faster Core 2's. there's no competition, but hey - don't much care for Intel anyway :)