Checklist when replacing CPU

ctrl_alt_del_ · 09-20-06, 08:04 AM

OH OH!!!

OK, replaced the CPU - aplied AS5, put waterblock back, reset CMOS, plugged cables back in and... nothing! Well nothing comes up on my monitor - tried DVI and VGA cables, nothing shows up. The PC seems to come up fine, no beeps, no error codes - checks for the CDROM, HD light comes up but no signal to the monitor... any ideas? Monitor is a DELL 2407 if that makes any difference.

As always, any help is appreciated!!!

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Hello there!
I just got a x2 3800 from the egg today - it will replace my Venice 3000+.

What I was wondering is, what steps do I need to take to ensure that the swap goes smooth? I know I should clear the CMOS before putting the new CPU in but is there anything else I should be doing?

Here are the parts:

Abir AN8 SLI - updated to the latest bios today.
eVGA 6600GT
WD 250gb 16mb and 80gb 8mb
OCZ 520w PSU
2gb Geil PC3200 (4x512)

CPU is watercooled.

Thanks for any info!!!

TimoneX · 09-20-06, 08:14 AM

No not really. Make sure you have the latest BIOS flashed on there I guess, but it sounds like you've got in under control. I made exactly the same upgrade choices...good stuff, enjoy.

fabulouscoops · 09-20-06, 08:59 AM

BACKUP your files you may need to reinstall Windows or at least reverify the install.

Check that your BIOS will support the new chip.
Flash if needed.
Clear CMOS
replace CPU using good thermal compound
Install AMD dual core optimizer
http://www.amd.com/us-en/Processors/...1_9706,00.html

Overclock!!!

aaa · 09-20-06, 09:01 AM

You may need to do something to your Windows for it to recognize the second core... I think all you have to do is insert the cd when it asks.

EvilT · 09-20-06, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by fabulouscoops

Install AMD dual core optimizer
http://www.amd.com/us-en/Processors/...1_9706,00.html

Overclock!!!

you dont have to do this, ive noticed no difference with or without this patch

fabulouscoops · 09-20-06, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by EvilT

you dont have to do this, ive noticed no difference with or without this patch

I don't have a dual core, but I know it fixes a problem with running Far Cry too fast. There may be other minor fixes, I don't know.

ctrl_alt_del_ · 09-20-06, 04:21 PM

I am guessing as long as it will not screw up anything, I might give it a try...

thanks for all the replies, can't wait to get home and start playing!

hitbyaprkedcar7 · 09-20-06, 06:09 PM

The AMD Dual Core Optimizer lets windows balance processes between cores more efficiently. Use it, otherwise youll constantly have one core at 80% with the other at 10%, etc.

ctrl_alt_del_ · 09-20-06, 09:14 PM

bump =( I think I broke it!

ctrl_alt_del_ · 09-21-06, 05:52 PM

Is it possible for a CPU to come completelly DOA from the factory? I cannot seem to get anything going with this new CPU... maybe it's my crappy Abit board...

vaiopup · 09-21-06, 05:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hitbyaprkedcar7

The AMD Dual Core Optimizer lets windows balance processes between cores more efficiently. Use it, otherwise youll constantly have one core at 80% with the other at 10%, etc.

I never installed it upon reformat and both cores folding at 50% each, give or take the odd percentage for other processes.

ctrl_alt_del_ · 09-21-06, 10:00 PM

Not sure what caused the issue in the first place but I got everything out of the case, followed the sticky instructions and it all seems to be working now - x2 3800 @ 2300mhz with stock cooler... I guess it is time to update the signature!!

Thanks for the replies!!

09-20-06, 08:04 AM	Thread Starter #1
ctrl_alt_del_ Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Clermont, Florida	Checklist when replacing CPU OH OH!!! OK, replaced the CPU - aplied AS5, put waterblock back, reset CMOS, plugged cables back in and... nothing! Well nothing comes up on my monitor - tried DVI and VGA cables, nothing shows up. The PC seems to come up fine, no beeps, no error codes - checks for the CDROM, HD light comes up but no signal to the monitor... any ideas? Monitor is a DELL 2407 if that makes any difference. As always, any help is appreciated!!! <<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>> Hello there! I just got a x2 3800 from the egg today - it will replace my Venice 3000+. What I was wondering is, what steps do I need to take to ensure that the swap goes smooth? I know I should clear the CMOS before putting the new CPU in but is there anything else I should be doing? Here are the parts: Abir AN8 SLI - updated to the latest bios today. eVGA 6600GT WD 250gb 16mb and 80gb 8mb OCZ 520w PSU 2gb Geil PC3200 (4x512) CPU is watercooled. Thanks for any info!!! __________________ i5 2500k @ 4.6GHz ASRock P67 Extreme2 8gb G.Skill PC312800 9-9-9-24 HD6970 @ 900/1425 Crossfire DELL 2407WFP Win 7 Pro 64 Cooler Master ATCS840 Cooler Master 212+ DELL 15Z i5 2640M - 8GB - 525M Last edited by ctrl_alt_del_; 09-20-06 at 08:48 PM.
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09-20-06, 08:14 AM	#2
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09-20-06, 08:59 AM	#3
fabulouscoops Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: New Jersey, USA	BACKUP your files you may need to reinstall Windows or at least reverify the install. Check that your BIOS will support the new chip. Flash if needed. Clear CMOS replace CPU using good thermal compound Install AMD dual core optimizer http://www.amd.com/us-en/Processors/...1_9706,00.html Overclock!!! __________________ i5 2500K@4.53; Asus P8P67 deluxe; 8 GB G.Skill DDR3 1600; OCZ 60 GB SSD; 2x500 GB Caviar; HD6950 E8500 @3.6 GHz; Asus P5Q Pro Turbo; 4 GB OCZ Reaper DDR2 1066; 2 x 74 GB Raptor E6750 @3.4 GHz; Abit IP35, 4 GB OCZ DDR2 800; 60 Agility SSD; 2x120 GB Caviar; 250 GB Caviar; HD4870 Opteron 175 Skt 939 @2.9 GHz; DFI Lanparty UT NF4 Ultra-D; Zalman 9500; HD3850; 2x1024 G.Skill DDR500; 200 GB WD E4400 @3 GHz, Abit AB9 pro, Gigabyte 7300 GT silent; 2GB Supertalent PC5400; 3x36 Raptors RAID 0:5 P4 3.0c Skt 478 @ 3.4 GHz; Abit IC7g; 1 GB Mushkin PC3200 FX5200, 20 GB WD; 200 GB Maxtor; PVR-150, Wifi, SB Live!
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09-20-06, 09:01 AM	#4
aaa Member Join Date: Jun 2006	You may need to do something to your Windows for it to recognize the second core... I think all you have to do is insert the cd when it asks.
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09-20-06, 04:21 PM	Thread Starter #7
ctrl_alt_del_ Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Clermont, Florida	I am guessing as long as it will not screw up anything, I might give it a try... thanks for all the replies, can't wait to get home and start playing! __________________ i5 2500k @ 4.6GHz ASRock P67 Extreme2 8gb G.Skill PC312800 9-9-9-24 HD6970 @ 900/1425 Crossfire DELL 2407WFP Win 7 Pro 64 Cooler Master ATCS840 Cooler Master 212+ DELL 15Z i5 2640M - 8GB - 525M
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09-20-06, 06:09 PM	#8
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09-20-06, 09:14 PM	Thread Starter #9
ctrl_alt_del_ Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Clermont, Florida	bump =( I think I broke it! __________________ i5 2500k @ 4.6GHz ASRock P67 Extreme2 8gb G.Skill PC312800 9-9-9-24 HD6970 @ 900/1425 Crossfire DELL 2407WFP Win 7 Pro 64 Cooler Master ATCS840 Cooler Master 212+ DELL 15Z i5 2640M - 8GB - 525M
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09-21-06, 05:52 PM	Thread Starter #10
ctrl_alt_del_ Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Clermont, Florida	Is it possible for a CPU to come completelly DOA from the factory? I cannot seem to get anything going with this new CPU... maybe it's my crappy Abit board... __________________ i5 2500k @ 4.6GHz ASRock P67 Extreme2 8gb G.Skill PC312800 9-9-9-24 HD6970 @ 900/1425 Crossfire DELL 2407WFP Win 7 Pro 64 Cooler Master ATCS840 Cooler Master 212+ DELL 15Z i5 2640M - 8GB - 525M
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09-21-06, 10:00 PM	Thread Starter #12
ctrl_alt_del_ Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Clermont, Florida	Not sure what caused the issue in the first place but I got everything out of the case, followed the sticky instructions and it all seems to be working now - x2 3800 @ 2300mhz with stock cooler... I guess it is time to update the signature!! Thanks for the replies!! __________________ i5 2500k @ 4.6GHz ASRock P67 Extreme2 8gb G.Skill PC312800 9-9-9-24 HD6970 @ 900/1425 Crossfire DELL 2407WFP Win 7 Pro 64 Cooler Master ATCS840 Cooler Master 212+ DELL 15Z i5 2640M - 8GB - 525M Last edited by ctrl_alt_del_; 10-12-06 at 10:05 PM.
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