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Can a cooler that lists as compatible with AMDs AM2 socket fit onto an AM3 socket CPU???

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am2 am2+ am3 all use the same mounting

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I tried it in mine, it didn't fit, but many people say it could. Your best bet is to try yourself in a store.

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