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[Guest]

If i want to replace my motherboard can i still use my old Cpu the intel Pentium D? Or do i have to replace the Cpu. I also need a good Cpu cooler too.

 

[mister g]

That depends on the motherboard, if the chipset says X58 or H55 or P55 it won't work as they all won't use LGA 775. For the cooler get a zalman that fits for LGA 775. By the way any latest Core 2 will leave the Pentium D in the dust, why don't you add that to your budget?

 

[jitpublisher]

If I had to replace my motherboard, it would be a great time to bite the bullet and toss out the old Pentium D and get something newer, uses less power, runs cooler, and will be like 3 times faster than that old tired hot running power sucking Pentium D.
Really. You would be a lot happier.

 

[Guest]

okay ummm now i need a good cpu cooler instead of intel's stock cooler for the Intel Core 2 Quad Q9505 Processor BX80580Q9505 - 2.83GHz, 6MB Cache, 1333MHz FSB, Yorkfield, Quad-Core, Retail, Socket 775, Processor

 

[Scotteq]

I am positive you can find a new/used motherboard to replace the one you have and still be able to use your existing processor if you wish.

I am also positive it would be well worth your money to replace the processor anyways.

 

[mister g]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835118003
Doesn't specifiacally say it supports core 2 quad but it should since it's socket 775.

 

[Raidur]

If you plan on purchasing a new motherboard AND cpu then you should look into something from AMD or intel's i3/i5/i7 series.

 

[Onus]

For lists of the best CPU coolers, with reviews and benchmarks: www.frostytech.com. Hint: It's not Zalman.

 

[mister g]

My bad then, just heard a lot of people in th forum say get a zalman. Never needed to buy one myself as I don't overclock and stock is enough.