What happens if I install a Intel Core 2 Quad CPU in an older socket?

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No, it won't burn your Quad core CPU. If, after installing Core 2 Quad your PC doesn't boot then maybe you require a BIOS update(search for the latest BIOS for your motherboard on the website and install it). Also, do check whether your motherboard supports that particular Core 2 Quad or not, if not, then you can't run that processor on that motherboard.

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I ask this because I bought a new used office PC with Core 2 Duo and I have a spare Core 2 Quad that I could install in the new old PC but I'm afraid maybe I burned the Quad before and will damage the new old PC.
 

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No, it won't burn your Quad core CPU. If, after installing Core 2 Quad your PC doesn't boot then maybe you require a BIOS update(search for the latest BIOS for your motherboard on the website and install it). Also, do check whether your motherboard supports that particular Core 2 Quad or not, if not, then you can't run that processor on that motherboard.
 
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