I want to upgrade my computer processor to a faster one. I made sure it is compatible with my motherboard. My question is, how hard is it to install it, and where could I find directions for this?
2007-12-07 11:44:47 · 14 answers · asked by secretbirdyj 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Nah.....it's not hard. You just have to be sure you're not at risk of static and be sure to remove the cooling fan carefully. Don't forget the heatsink compound.
Ask around and research on the net. It's not hard to do, just a little intimidating until you've done it once.
2007-12-07 11:50:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
If it is a desktop new Intel processor, it is fairly easy. Most new Intel processors have LGA775 sockets so make sure you have the right one or else they won't fit. Also check that if your motherboard can support them. Some motherboard cannot support faster chips like Core 2 Duo. If you want to install them it is very easy. Just press on the latch and the cover will open. Then take out the old processor and put in the new one. There should be two notches to identify the fitting so you couldn't get it wrong. It is best to check with the processor and motherboard manual to ensure that it is fit properly as different ones has different configurations. Also note that an AMD motherboard could not fit an Intel processor and vice versa.
2007-12-07 12:26:16 · answer #2 · answered by Albert 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Okay then. First, unplug the whole computer from everything just to be on the safe side. Next, (you may need to use a straight-blade screw driver)pull off the tower cover. Now then, find the motherboard. It's the biggest one in the computer. On the mother board, you'll see the old processor. It SHOULD have a little lever on the side of it. pull GENTLY on the lever as THIS lifts the old processor out. DO NOT PUSH BACK DOWN ON THE LEVER! Install the new processor in the same direction that the old one was in and push down GENTLY! The lever should go down partially with it. Once the lever is down partially, push it the rest of the way and give the new processor another push. If it goes down more, you're good to re-insert everything and re-connect everything. If it doesn't, pull back up on the lever and check it again. Then go and have some fun. Just make sure you put the cooler rack back on too else you could have a BIG problem really soon. Say baked silicone with a side order of fiber-board anyone?
2007-12-07 12:09:23 · answer #3 · answered by mangamaniaciam 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Install New Processor
2016-12-11 15:53:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Replacing the CPU is easy, it's the darn heatsink & fan that are always the pain! Just make sure you ground yourself - touch a metal part of the case frame or wear one of those wrist straps that they sell at computer stores - to be safe, you don't want to "shock" your new CPU. Also, just observe how the old CPU is installed, look for certain markings like the triangle intel puts on their CPU's. You may also want to use some thermal compound (for heat) on the cpu before intalling a heatsink on top of it. Just don't force the CPU in, if it doesn't fit then somethings wrong and forcing it can bend the pins. Good luck!
2007-12-07 13:05:41 · answer #5 · answered by WestmontLion 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It isn't that hard to put these parts together, but the problem would be making sure that they will actually work especially the motherboard what with all the wires and jumper settings you need to set. Unless you know the basic principles of PC rigging, save yourself some headache and a lot of frustation and let a qualified tech do the job.
2016-05-22 02:07:54 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not hard at all. BE sure that you buy a processor with the same socket as the Motherboard.
2007-12-07 11:47:35 · answer #7 · answered by Jose C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just make sure you buy the right processor that's compatible with your pooter, the dircetions should be in there somewhere.
2007-12-07 12:05:21 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Believe me ,there's nothing hard for you to do if you're really interested to do ,but when it comes to computer you must have the knowledge ,the tools & the experience to do so other wise your computer will end up ....you know where !!!!!
2007-12-07 13:05:29 · answer #9 · answered by massimo 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
its pretty easy, but here is a good tuturial in a forum im in on building your own system, it has steps and pictures in it to walk you through installing a cpu, and putting heat sink and fan on.......its really good if ya never worked on pc's that much..........http://tools.corsairmemory.com/systembuild/report.aspx?report_id=12472&sid=2
scott
2007-12-07 11:58:48 · answer #10 · answered by Scott 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋