Upgrading my cpu

Lambos r4ever · September 3rd, 2008, 6:37 PM

Hey guys, I want to upgrade my cpu from core D to an E6x00/E4x00 core 2 duo (I want to play 1080p video). I have this Socket 775 motherboard: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/d...46&lc=en&cc=us
My desktop - http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/d...reg_R1002_USEN
I have 2 questions:
1. Do I need to add anything else (power supply, etc.) in addition to installing the CPU?
2. Also what cpu (E6x00/E4x00) would you recommend I buy in order to play 1080p smoothly.
Thank you!

73GMCSprint · September 3rd, 2008, 7:01 PM

I'd actually recommend something in the E8X00 range. It's more efficient than the 6X00 and should have a bit more performance, and most are actually cheaper at this point. The 4X00s are being phased out, but you might find one for cheap.

Hardware-wise you should be OK with a direct swap. Just be aware you may need to update the BIOS on your motherboard to support the newer processors.

Lambos r4ever · September 3rd, 2008, 7:05 PM

So my mobo supports the E8x00 range as well? The description says it only supports the following processors:
Core 2 Duo E6x00
Core 2 Duo E4x00
Pentium D 9x0 Dual Core
Pentium D 8xx Dual Core
Pentium 4 6x1 series
Celeron D 3xx series
Is the description page old?

Vette Boss · September 3rd, 2008, 7:07 PM

Your current motherboard is fine for the C2D. In terms of power, the C2D actually uses less than the Pentium D. Get an E7xxx chip if they're sold in your area, those are the new 45nm ones and are the best value, as well.

Only thing I'd recommend is, upgrading from whatever cooler HP gave you. Stock coolers are usually pretty weedy. The included cooler you get with the chip is acceptable, if a bit noisy.

You'll need to reset your BIOS when you install the new CPU. Simple process on a pre-built, no real settings to worry about.

Edit: We are looking specifically at 800 or 1066 FSB chips, those are what we know works from the manufacturer specifications.

Lambos r4ever · September 3rd, 2008, 7:30 PM

So you guys are sure that my mobo can handle an E7xxx chip, even though the website doesn't list it?
Is this enough for 1080p? (with 256mb gfx card and 3 gbs of memory)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115052

Vette Boss · September 3rd, 2008, 7:51 PM

Your motherboard can handle 800 or 1066 FSB CPUs, the E7200 is 1066. That chip is more than sufficient for what you'll be doing.

Lambos r4ever · September 3rd, 2008, 7:57 PM

Thanks Vette Boss! Will order now.

cvrefugee · September 3rd, 2008, 8:56 PM

I'm not sure that old motherboard will support the Wolfdale line. The last BIOS update was in 2006:

http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/s...os=228&lang=en

Vette Boss · September 3rd, 2008, 9:18 PM

Ah, that was my mistake. Despite the fact that HP lists 1066 FSB, Intel says the 945g supports 533/800 FSB. He can still have an E4600, for the same price.

Lambos r4ever · September 3rd, 2008, 11:26 PM

Good catch cvrefugee, so is the E4600 sufficient for 1080p?

Vette Boss · September 3rd, 2008, 11:36 PM

^ Yes, it is. Any C2D will work.

Zorlac · September 4th, 2008, 9:24 PM

It depends if the mobo can support the newer 45nm chips. My old mobo didnt support the newer 45nm C2Ds, so no Wolfdale. Either you need a bios that supports it, or just get a different mobo. You'd be much better off getting a proper mobo from Gigabyte or Asus etc. You can easily find a good deal on Ebay or newegg. I bought a Gigabyte GA-P35-D3SL rev2 off ebay (new) for $67 because its a very popular mobo and excellent on overclocking.

MadCow809 · September 5th, 2008, 7:26 AM

both E6 and E4 are phasing out from the market.

Try and go for an E7 or E8 series, you won't regret it.

Lambos r4ever · September 6th, 2008, 5:35 PM

E4600 didn't work images/smilies/mellow.gif

(tried at a repair shop). How come?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115032

cvrefugee · September 6th, 2008, 7:26 PM

Did you update your BIOS?

Lambos r4ever · September 6th, 2008, 8:22 PM

Wait a minute, why is there a different motherboard name and a HP mobo name?
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/d...reg_R1002_USEN

Quote:

Originally Posted by cvrefugee

Did you update your BIOS?

Yes, the repairman said he did.

September 3rd, 2008, 6:37 PM	#1
Lambos r4ever Joined: Sep 10th, 2006 Last Online: Yesterday Posts: 177 Car: Honda Prelude Rep Power: 17	Upgrading my cpu Hey guys, I want to upgrade my cpu from core D to an E6x00/E4x00 core 2 duo (I want to play 1080p video). I have this Socket 775 motherboard: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/d...46&lc=en&cc=us My desktop - http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/d...reg_R1002_USEN I have 2 questions: 1. Do I need to add anything else (power supply, etc.) in addition to installing the CPU? 2. Also what cpu (E6x00/E4x00) would you recommend I buy in order to play 1080p smoothly. Thank you!

September 3rd, 2008, 7:07 PM	#4
Vette Boss Joined: Nov 14th, 2004 Last Online: 5:54 AM Location: United States, Britain, in time Age: 23 Posts: 3,612 Car: 2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T Rep Power: 63	Your current motherboard is fine for the C2D. In terms of power, the C2D actually uses less than the Pentium D. Get an E7xxx chip if they're sold in your area, those are the new 45nm ones and are the best value, as well. Only thing I'd recommend is, upgrading from whatever cooler HP gave you. Stock coolers are usually pretty weedy. The included cooler you get with the chip is acceptable, if a bit noisy. You'll need to reset your BIOS when you install the new CPU. Simple process on a pre-built, no real settings to worry about. Edit: We are looking specifically at 800 or 1066 FSB chips, those are what we know works from the manufacturer specifications. __________________ 2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T. Das Auto

September 3rd, 2008, 7:30 PM	#5
Lambos r4ever Joined: Sep 10th, 2006 Last Online: Yesterday Posts: 177 Car: Honda Prelude Rep Power: 17	So you guys are sure that my mobo can handle an E7xxx chip, even though the website doesn't list it? Is this enough for 1080p? (with 256mb gfx card and 3 gbs of memory) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115052 Last edited by Lambos r4ever; September 3rd, 2008 at 7:35 PM.

September 3rd, 2008, 7:51 PM	#6
Vette Boss Joined: Nov 14th, 2004 Last Online: 5:54 AM Location: United States, Britain, in time Age: 23 Posts: 3,612 Car: 2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T Rep Power: 63	Your motherboard can handle 800 or 1066 FSB CPUs, the E7200 is 1066. That chip is more than sufficient for what you'll be doing. __________________ 2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T. Das Auto

September 3rd, 2008, 9:18 PM	#9
Vette Boss Joined: Nov 14th, 2004 Last Online: 5:54 AM Location: United States, Britain, in time Age: 23 Posts: 3,612 Car: 2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T Rep Power: 63	Ah, that was my mistake. Despite the fact that HP lists 1066 FSB, Intel says the 945g supports 533/800 FSB. He can still have an E4600, for the same price. __________________ 2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T. Das Auto

September 3rd, 2008, 7:01 PM	#2
73GMCSprint Joined: Jun 20th, 2007 Last Online: 5:54 AM Location: Las Vegas Posts: 581 Car: 1973 GMC Sprint, Buick 455, TH400 Rep Power: 19	I'd actually recommend something in the E8X00 range. It's more efficient than the 6X00 and should have a bit more performance, and most are actually cheaper at this point. The 4X00s are being phased out, but you might find one for cheap. Hardware-wise you should be OK with a direct swap. Just be aware you may need to update the BIOS on your motherboard to support the newer processors.

September 3rd, 2008, 7:05 PM	#3
Lambos r4ever Joined: Sep 10th, 2006 Last Online: Yesterday Posts: 177 Car: Honda Prelude Rep Power: 17	So my mobo supports the E8x00 range as well? The description says it only supports the following processors: Core 2 Duo E6x00 Core 2 Duo E4x00 Pentium D 9x0 Dual Core Pentium D 8xx Dual Core Pentium 4 6x1 series Celeron D 3xx series Is the description page old?

September 3rd, 2008, 7:57 PM	#7
Lambos r4ever Joined: Sep 10th, 2006 Last Online: Yesterday Posts: 177 Car: Honda Prelude Rep Power: 17	Thanks Vette Boss! Will order now.

September 3rd, 2008, 8:56 PM	#8
cvrefugee Joined: Aug 16th, 2004 Last Online: 6:10 AM Location: Corona, CA Age: 29 Posts: 3,750 Car: 2005 Scion xB Rep Power: 80	I'm not sure that old motherboard will support the Wolfdale line. The last BIOS update was in 2006: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/s...os=228&lang=en

September 3rd, 2008, 11:26 PM	#10
Lambos r4ever Joined: Sep 10th, 2006 Last Online: Yesterday Posts: 177 Car: Honda Prelude Rep Power: 17	Good catch cvrefugee, so is the E4600 sufficient for 1080p?

September 3rd, 2008, 11:36 PM	#11
Vette Boss Joined: Nov 14th, 2004 Last Online: 5:54 AM Location: United States, Britain, in time Age: 23 Posts: 3,612 Car: 2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T Rep Power: 63	^ Yes, it is. Any C2D will work. __________________ 2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T. Das Auto

September 4th, 2008, 9:24 PM	#12
Zorlac Joined: Nov 25th, 2005 Last Online: September 3rd, 2009 Location: Iowa, USA Posts: 60 Car: 2000 Bonneville SSEi. I hate it. Rep Power: 18	It depends if the mobo can support the newer 45nm chips. My old mobo didnt support the newer 45nm C2Ds, so no Wolfdale. Either you need a bios that supports it, or just get a different mobo. You'd be much better off getting a proper mobo from Gigabyte or Asus etc. You can easily find a good deal on Ebay or newegg. I bought a Gigabyte GA-P35-D3SL rev2 off ebay (new) for $67 because its a very popular mobo and excellent on overclocking.

September 5th, 2008, 7:26 AM	#13
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September 6th, 2008, 5:35 PM	#14
Lambos r4ever Joined: Sep 10th, 2006 Last Online: Yesterday Posts: 177 Car: Honda Prelude Rep Power: 17	E4600 didn't work (tried at a repair shop). How come? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115032

September 6th, 2008, 7:26 PM	#15
cvrefugee Joined: Aug 16th, 2004 Last Online: 6:10 AM Location: Corona, CA Age: 29 Posts: 3,750 Car: 2005 Scion xB Rep Power: 80	Did you update your BIOS?

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