Can this MBoard run a i3 6100 m3?

Hark__Vincio · Jun 10, 2016

I have this, right now, and want to know if it can run a i3 6100 processor, instead

It has Intel core 2 Duo 3ghz, 8 GB RAM

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01DYPWA3M/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

technoholic · Jun 10, 2016

No because 6100 requires a newer chipset (new motherboard) to run

Sh4d0w45p · Jun 10, 2016

Intel Core 2 Duo uses 775 Socket. If you're desperate for an upgrade your choices are Core 2 Quad chips (eg Q6600, Q6700)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Intel_Core_2_microprocessors#Quad-Core_Desktop_processors

maybe find one 2nd hand.

Though, I'd cut the losses and look at a new machine.

weberdarren97 · Jun 10, 2016

No, you can't put that CPU in that motherboard, wrong socket.

Best bet would be to buy a new machine with either the i3 6100 or the i3 6320 in it.