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HELP! Don't know which processor to buy???
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 01:07 |
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Don't know much about upgrading PC's, so I'll try to explain as best I can.
I'm looking to upgrade the present processor I have in my PC which is a Intel Celeron 1.7GHz. I was looking at maybe a Celeron 2.4 or 2.6.
The motherboard I have is a IM845GL, if that means anything to anybody. The book states it will take an "Intel Pentium 4 Processor in the mPGA 478 pin package". This doesn't mean much to me.
What I'd appreciate knowing is which chip should I buy. I realise the Pentium 4 is a better chip than the Celeron, but I'm lost as to which chip I should buy.
I've seen loads of Celeron chips for sale on ebay, but the description always states, make sure it is the correct chip for your motherboard, as there is no refunds. I just don't want to go and buy a chip that might not work.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
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wild77
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20. December 2004 @ 03:17 |
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ddp
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20. December 2004 @ 07:17 |
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also check for bios update as board might not run newer chip, ran into that when trying 2.4 celeron d while i have c version that works but d version doesn't post
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 11:26 |
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Thanks for your replies guys and the links wild77. Trouble is, I'm more confused than ever now. I was hoping it was just a case of taking the 1.7 out and replacing it with either the 2.4 or the 2.6. Seems not.
Thanks anyway.
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 11:38 |
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Can anyone tell me how I can found out the maker of the motherboard on my PC.
I've got the user guide for the board, but all it says on the cover is IM845GL Motherboard. Can't find anything inside it either.
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ddp
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20. December 2004 @ 12:05 |
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there is no info printed on motherboard like mine has p4vxasd2+ printed on it. is computer a name brand or a clone
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 12:12 |
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Hi ddp,
Its an emachine. So I expect its a clone as its not a brand name.
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ddp
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20. December 2004 @ 12:15 |
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its a name brand just a low end at that. what is model # on tower so can see if get info on motherboard
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 12:16 |
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emachine 270. Hope that helps.
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ddp
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20. December 2004 @ 12:22 |
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is it emonster or what as they have 9 categories for desktop
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 12:28 |
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I'm just looking at the front of the tower and all it says is emachine 270. Should I be looking elsewhere?
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ddp
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20. December 2004 @ 12:31 |
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see if on backside of machine near psu???
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 12:38 |
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There is a plate on the back of the PC. For Model No it says Emachine 270. The PC is nearly 3 years old so I'm wondering if they list it anymore.
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ddp
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20. December 2004 @ 12:49 |
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does it have a series # like 2742, 2778 or 2792
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 13:06 |
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I've searched the front and back. Can't find no mention of a series number. Not much help am I?
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ddp
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20. December 2004 @ 13:19 |
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does the manual mention a series
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 13:25 |
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I found a web-site which supports the eMachine 270. It seems to have an Imperial Motherboard though I don't know which one yet as there are several.
Have you heard of this board?
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 13:30 |
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Apparently it only supports these processors:
1.3 400MHz 256KB
1.4 400MHz 256KB
1.5 400MHz 256KB
1.6 400MHz 256KB
1.7 400MHz 256KB
1.8 400MHz 256KB
1.9 400MHz 256KB
2.0 400MHz 256KB
Might be time to buy another board. But which one? What boards will fit my case? Its so complicated.
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ddp
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20. December 2004 @ 13:44 |
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suggest get a new case that is expandable that is as cheap as $29Can with 350watt psu & 2 usb in front. gut out emachine for floppy, hd, cd/dvdrom drives, ram(maybe if fit new board) & cards & put into new board & case, than sell off emachine or keep for just in case
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 13:49 |
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Can you buy a case that already has a motherboard in it or do you have to buy them seperatly?
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ddp
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20. December 2004 @ 13:57 |
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you can get a barebones system that has psu, board & floppy & cdrom??? in it than all you have to do is put hd, ram, cpu & heatsink, videocard(if not onboard) on to board & powerup
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 14:04 |
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Thanks ddp,
You've been a great help. If I may ask one last favour? Could you point me in the direction of where to buy a barebones system like you describe.
I've just been looking on ebuyer at some cases, I suppose I could get what I need from there. However, If you have any other ideas, I'd be very grateful.
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 14:06 |
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by the way, I'm in the UK.
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ddp
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20. December 2004 @ 14:10 |
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i'm in canada. check your local computers as they might have barebones systems. a friend of mine when he ran a store use to get & sell barebones
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Shaun2209
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20. December 2004 @ 14:14 |
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Ok, thanks again ddp.
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