I just got a new AMD Vishera 8 core processor to replace my old amd quad core, they are both AM3+, but whe i try and start my PC with the new processor the power button light on the front of the computer doesnt turn on , but all the fans are going and the motherboard light on. When I switch to my old CPU it works perfectly, any ideas?
After installing new CPU my computer wont start
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larkspur
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What exact CPU and motherboard are you using?
You probably need to update the motherboard to the newest BIOS available. Newer cpus usually need newer BIOS to recognize them. The BIOS can be downloaded from your motherboard manufacturer's support website. Instructions to update the BIOS are there too and should also be in your motherboard's manual.
You probably need to update the motherboard to the newest BIOS available. Newer cpus usually need newer BIOS to recognize them. The BIOS can be downloaded from your motherboard manufacturer's support website. Instructions to update the BIOS are there too and should also be in your motherboard's manual.
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Pull all of your ram sticks out but 1 and see if it'll boot. Also updating the BIOS wouldn't hurt.
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Well AM3 and AM3+ are different. Some AM3 motherboards got BIOS updates that allowed them to use AM3+ CPUs. You'll need to find your exact motherboard's support page and look at the CPU compatibility list. Make sure the 8320 is on there and then get the newest BIOS and update it using the old cpu.
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Assuming your computer case accepts full ATX, then something like this ASRock 970 Pro3 will do fine: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157364
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