Hello , I want to Change CPU in 2 pcs I own and I want to know if it is necessary to change the m/b or I can update only the bios etc...
Info for the 1st m/b (hold an Amd1.4) is here:
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< System Mainboard >
MP Support: No
Model: VT8366-8233 (chaintech)
< Extended Mainboard Data >
Model: 08/10/2001
Serial Number: 08/10/2001-VT8366-8233-JD6LVC2CC-00
< Flash Memory Controller >
Location: Mainboard
Error Correction Capability: None
Number of Memory Slots: 4
Maximum Installable Memory: 256MB
Bank0/1 - A0: DIMM 128MB
Bank2/3 - A1: DIMM 128MB
Bank4/5 - A2: DIMM 128MB
Bank6/7 - A3: Empty
< System Chipset >
Model: VIA Technologies Inc VT8366 Apollo KT266 CPU to PCI
Bridge
Bus(es): ISA AGP PCI USB SMBus/i2c
Front Side Bus Speed: 2x 133MHz (266MHz data rate)
< Environment Monitor(s) >
Model: SiS 950 internal
Mainboard Specific Support: Yes
Configured Mainboard: VT8366-8233
Level 4/5 Support: No
< System BIOS >
Manufacturer: Award Software International, Inc.
Version: 6.00 PG
Date: 08/10/2001
Plug & Play Version: 1.00
SMBIOS/DMI Version: 2.20
(EE)PROM Size: 256kB (2Mbit)
< Features >
Can be Updated (flashed): Yes
Can be Shadowed: Yes
Is Socketed: Yes
Supports APM: Yes
Supports ACPI: Yes
Supports Plug & Play: Yes
Supports ESCD: Yes
Supports Enhanced Disk Drive: Yes
Supports Selective Booting: Yes
Supports LS-120 Boot: Yes
Supports ZIP Boot: Yes
NEC PC-98 Spec Compatible: No
< Performance Tips >
Notice N224: SMBIOS/DMI information may be inaccurate.
Tip T207: A SMBIOS/DMI 2.3 or later compliant BIOS is
recommended. Check for a BIOS update.
Tip T212: BIOS can be shadowed so check whether it is.
Tip T211: BIOS is flash-able and socketed so it can be upgraded
when needed.
Tip T2: For more information about tips, press F1 and scroll
to the Tips section.
<< Processor 1 >>
< Processor(s) >
Processor: AMD Athlon(tm) processor @ 1.40GHz
Co-Processor (FPU): Built-in
Type: Standard
Performance Rating: PR1862 (estimated)
Multiplier: 10.5x
Generation: 7th (7x86)
Model Information: Athlon (Thunderbird) 650-1.33G 1.7-1.8V
Revision/Stepping: 4 / 4
Stepping Mask: C0
< Caches >
Internal Data Cache: 64kB synchronous write-back (2-way, 64 byte line size)
Internal Code Cache: 64kB synchronous write-back (2-way, 64 byte line size)
L2 On-board Cache: 256kB ECC synchronous write-back (16-way, 64 byte line
size)
L2 Cache Multiplier: 1/1x (equiv. 1400MHz)
< Mainboard Upgradeability >
Socket/Slot: Socket A
Upgrade Interface: ZIF Socket
Supported Speed(s): 1.50GHz (or more)
Supported Voltage(s): 1.7V
*********************************************************
can I use it for Amd XP? (exp. XP2000)
it also has some tips in sisoft sandra:
< Performance Tips >
Notice N224: SMBIOS/DMI information may be inaccurate.
Warning W2541: FSB exceeds Chipset rated speed. Reduce FSB.
Why is FSP over chipset speed?I havent done any overclocking...
the other m/b is MSI, info is here:
*********************************************************
< Entire System >
Manufacturer: MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD
Model: MS-6163
Version: 2.X
Unique ID: 00000000-00000000-00000000-00000000
< System Mainboard >
Manufacturer: MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD
MP Support: No
Model: MS-6163 (i440BX)
Version: 2.X
< Extended Mainboard Data >
Manufacturer: Micro-Star
Model: W6163MJ V3.3 111199
Serial Number: 10/20/1998-i440BX-W977-2A69KM4KC-00
Chipset: Intel 440BX/DX/ZX Chipset
< Memory Controller >
Error Detection Method: 8-bit parity
Error Correction Capability: None
Supported/Current Memory Interleave: 1 way / 1 way
Number of Memory Slots: 3
Maximum Installable Memory: 96MB
Maximum Module Size: 32MB
Supported SDRAM Speeds: PC66, PC100
Supported Memory Types: ECC, DIMM, SDRAM
Supported Memory Voltages: 3.3V
< Physical/BIOS Memory Banks >
A0: Empty
A1 (RASL-2 RASL-3): 128MB DIMM SDRAM single-bank
A2: Empty
< System Chipset >
Model: Intel Corporation 82443BX/ZX 440BX/ZX CPU to PCI
Bridge (AGP Implemented)
Bus(es): ISA AGP PCI USB SMBus/i2c
Front Side Bus Speed: 67MHz
ACPI PM Support: Yes
< Logical/Chipset Memory Banks >
Bank 2 Setting: 64MB SDRAM 8-1-1-1R 6-1-1-1W 3-2-2CL
Bank 3 Setting: 64MB SDRAM 8-1-1-1R 6-1-1-1W 3-2-2CL
Memory Bus Speed: 67MHz
< Memory Modules >
Memory Module 2: 128MB 16x(8Mx8) SDRAM PC100-322-611 (CL3 upto 100MHz)
(CL2 upto 67MHz)
Memory Bus Speed: 67MHz
< System Clock Generator >
Model: IC-Works W196
Software Programmable: Yes
Read-Back Support: No
< Environment Monitor(s) >
Model: Winbond W83782D
Version: 3.00
Mainboard Specific Support: No
Configured Mainboard: MS-6163 (i440BX)
Level 4/5 Support: Yes
< Temperature Sensor(s) >
Compensation Added: Yes
Board Temperature: 40.0°C / 104.0°F
CPU Temperature: 37.5°C / 99.5°F
< Voltage Sensor(s) >
CPU Core Voltage: 2.05V
Aux Voltage: 1.49V
+3.3V Voltage: 3.31V
+5V Voltage: 5.03V
+12V Voltage: 12.10V
-12V Voltage: -11.79V
-5V Voltage: -5.50V
< AGP Bus >
Version: 1.00
Bus Speed: 67MHz
Current Data Transfer Rate: 2x (134MHz)
Side Band Enabled: No
Side Band Support: Yes
Fast-Writes Enabled: No
Aperture Size: 64MB
< PCI Bus(es) >
Version: 2.10
No Buses: 1
Bus Speed: 34MHz
Speed Multiplier: 1/2x
< LPC/ISA Bus(es) >
Model: Intel Corporation 82371AB/EB/MB PIIX4 ISA Bridge
Speed Multiplier: 1/4x
Bus Speed: 9MHz
DMA Multiplier: 1/2x
DMA Speed: 5MHz
< USB Bus(es) >
Model: Intel Corporation 82371AB/EB/MB PIIX4 USB Controller
Version: 1.10
UHCI Interface: Yes
Channels: 2
Bus Speed: 48MHz
Legacy Emulation Enabled: No
< i2c/SMBus/BMB Bus(es) >
Total/MB Channels: 3 / 1
< Expansion Slot(s) >
ISA: ISA 16-bit 5V FullLength
ISA: ISA 16-bit 5V FullLength
PCI (13h): PCI 32-bit 5V FullLength Available
PCI (Eh): PCI 32-bit 5V FullLength InUse (Creative Labs CT4760
SBLive!)
PCI (10h): PCI 32-bit 5V FullLength Available
PCI (12h): PCI 32-bit 5V FullLength Available
PCI (8h): PCI 32-bit 5V FullLength Available
PCI (9h): PCI 32-bit 5V FullLength Available
AGP (8h): AGP 32-bit 5V FullLength Available (Asustek Computer
Inc AGP-V3800 SGRAM)
< Port Connector(s) >
PRIMARY IDE: None - ATA / None
SECONDARY IDE: None - ATA / None
FDD: 8251 FIFO Compatible - Floppy / None
COM1: Serial Port 16450 Compatible - 9 Pin Dual Inline / DB-
9 pin male
COM2: Serial Port 16450 Compatible - 9 Pin Dual Inline / DB-
9 pin male
LPT1: Parallel Port ECP/EPP - DB25 pin female / DB25 pin
female
Keyboard: Keyboard Port - None / PS/2
PS/2 Mouse - Detected: Mouse Port - PS/2 / PS/2
USB: USB - None / None
< Performance Tips >
Notice N224: SMBIOS/DMI information may be inaccurate.
Tip T2511: Some memory slots are free so the memory can be easily
upgraded.
Notice N2527: Compensation was added to external temperature
sensors.
Tip T2: For more information about tips, press F1 and scroll
to the Tips section.
<<< CPU & BIOS Information >>>
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
<< System BIOS >>
< System BIOS >
Manufacturer: Award Software International, Inc.
Version: 4.51 PG
Date: 10/20/98
Plug & Play Version: 1.00
SMBIOS/DMI Version: 2.10
(EE)PROM Size: 256kB (2Mbit)
< Features >
Can be Updated (flashed): Yes
Can be Shadowed: Yes
Is Socketed: Yes
Supports APM: Yes
Supports ACPI: Yes
Supports Plug & Play: Yes
Supports ESCD: Yes
Supports Enhanced Disk Drive: Yes
Supports Selective Booting: Yes
Supports LS-120 Boot: Yes
Supports ZIP Boot: Yes
NEC PC-98 Spec Compatible: No
< Performance Tips >
Tip T201: System BIOS is old. Check for an update.
Notice N224: SMBIOS/DMI information may be inaccurate.
Tip T207: A SMBIOS/DMI 2.3 or later compliant BIOS is
recommended. Check for a BIOS update.
Tip T212: BIOS can be shadowed so check whether it is.
Tip T211: BIOS is flash-able and socketed so it can be upgraded
when needed.
Tip T2: For more information about tips, press F1 and scroll
to the Tips section.
<< Processor 1 >>
< Processor(s) >
Processor: Intel Celeron @ 501MHz
Co-Processor (FPU): Built-in
Type: Standard
Packaging: FC-PPGA Socket370
Performance Rating: PR601 (estimated)
Rated Speed/FSB: 500MHz / 67MHz
Multiplier: 7.5x
Generation: 6th (6x86)
Model Information: P6C (Mendocino) Celeron 300-533 2V
Revision/Stepping: 6 / 5
Stepping Mask: mB0
Microcode: MU066503
< Caches >
Internal Data Cache: 16kB synchronous write-back (4-way, 32 byte line size)
Internal Code Cache: 16kB synchronous write-back (4-way, 32 byte line size)
L2 On-board Cache: 128kB ECC synchronous write-back (4-way, 32 byte line
size)
L2 Cache Multiplier: 1/1x (equiv. 501MHz)
< Mainboard Upgradeability >
Socket/Slot: Slot 1 / Socket 8
Upgrade Interface: Slot 1/A
Supported Speed(s): 600MHz (or more)
Supported Voltage(s): 3.3V
*********************************************************
in the 1st m/b I'd like to put some XP amd CPU and to the 2nd a celeron new CPU .If it is not possible then what m/b not expensive enough should I buy?
thnx!
<P ID="edit"><FONT SIZE=-1><EM>Edited by abarth on 09/20/02 01:54 AM.</EM></FONT></P>
Info for the 1st m/b (hold an Amd1.4) is here:
*********************************************************
< System Mainboard >
MP Support: No
Model: VT8366-8233 (chaintech)
< Extended Mainboard Data >
Model: 08/10/2001
Serial Number: 08/10/2001-VT8366-8233-JD6LVC2CC-00
< Flash Memory Controller >
Location: Mainboard
Error Correction Capability: None
Number of Memory Slots: 4
Maximum Installable Memory: 256MB
Bank0/1 - A0: DIMM 128MB
Bank2/3 - A1: DIMM 128MB
Bank4/5 - A2: DIMM 128MB
Bank6/7 - A3: Empty
< System Chipset >
Model: VIA Technologies Inc VT8366 Apollo KT266 CPU to PCI
Bridge
Bus(es): ISA AGP PCI USB SMBus/i2c
Front Side Bus Speed: 2x 133MHz (266MHz data rate)
< Environment Monitor(s) >
Model: SiS 950 internal
Mainboard Specific Support: Yes
Configured Mainboard: VT8366-8233
Level 4/5 Support: No
< System BIOS >
Manufacturer: Award Software International, Inc.
Version: 6.00 PG
Date: 08/10/2001
Plug & Play Version: 1.00
SMBIOS/DMI Version: 2.20
(EE)PROM Size: 256kB (2Mbit)
< Features >
Can be Updated (flashed): Yes
Can be Shadowed: Yes
Is Socketed: Yes
Supports APM: Yes
Supports ACPI: Yes
Supports Plug & Play: Yes
Supports ESCD: Yes
Supports Enhanced Disk Drive: Yes
Supports Selective Booting: Yes
Supports LS-120 Boot: Yes
Supports ZIP Boot: Yes
NEC PC-98 Spec Compatible: No
< Performance Tips >
Notice N224: SMBIOS/DMI information may be inaccurate.
Tip T207: A SMBIOS/DMI 2.3 or later compliant BIOS is
recommended. Check for a BIOS update.
Tip T212: BIOS can be shadowed so check whether it is.
Tip T211: BIOS is flash-able and socketed so it can be upgraded
when needed.
Tip T2: For more information about tips, press F1 and scroll
to the Tips section.
<< Processor 1 >>
< Processor(s) >
Processor: AMD Athlon(tm) processor @ 1.40GHz
Co-Processor (FPU): Built-in
Type: Standard
Performance Rating: PR1862 (estimated)
Multiplier: 10.5x
Generation: 7th (7x86)
Model Information: Athlon (Thunderbird) 650-1.33G 1.7-1.8V
Revision/Stepping: 4 / 4
Stepping Mask: C0
< Caches >
Internal Data Cache: 64kB synchronous write-back (2-way, 64 byte line size)
Internal Code Cache: 64kB synchronous write-back (2-way, 64 byte line size)
L2 On-board Cache: 256kB ECC synchronous write-back (16-way, 64 byte line
size)
L2 Cache Multiplier: 1/1x (equiv. 1400MHz)
< Mainboard Upgradeability >
Socket/Slot: Socket A
Upgrade Interface: ZIF Socket
Supported Speed(s): 1.50GHz (or more)
Supported Voltage(s): 1.7V
*********************************************************
can I use it for Amd XP? (exp. XP2000)
it also has some tips in sisoft sandra:
< Performance Tips >
Notice N224: SMBIOS/DMI information may be inaccurate.
Warning W2541: FSB exceeds Chipset rated speed. Reduce FSB.
Why is FSP over chipset speed?I havent done any overclocking...
the other m/b is MSI, info is here:
*********************************************************
< Entire System >
Manufacturer: MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD
Model: MS-6163
Version: 2.X
Unique ID: 00000000-00000000-00000000-00000000
< System Mainboard >
Manufacturer: MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD
MP Support: No
Model: MS-6163 (i440BX)
Version: 2.X
< Extended Mainboard Data >
Manufacturer: Micro-Star
Model: W6163MJ V3.3 111199
Serial Number: 10/20/1998-i440BX-W977-2A69KM4KC-00
Chipset: Intel 440BX/DX/ZX Chipset
< Memory Controller >
Error Detection Method: 8-bit parity
Error Correction Capability: None
Supported/Current Memory Interleave: 1 way / 1 way
Number of Memory Slots: 3
Maximum Installable Memory: 96MB
Maximum Module Size: 32MB
Supported SDRAM Speeds: PC66, PC100
Supported Memory Types: ECC, DIMM, SDRAM
Supported Memory Voltages: 3.3V
< Physical/BIOS Memory Banks >
A0: Empty
A1 (RASL-2 RASL-3): 128MB DIMM SDRAM single-bank
A2: Empty
< System Chipset >
Model: Intel Corporation 82443BX/ZX 440BX/ZX CPU to PCI
Bridge (AGP Implemented)
Bus(es): ISA AGP PCI USB SMBus/i2c
Front Side Bus Speed: 67MHz
ACPI PM Support: Yes
< Logical/Chipset Memory Banks >
Bank 2 Setting: 64MB SDRAM 8-1-1-1R 6-1-1-1W 3-2-2CL
Bank 3 Setting: 64MB SDRAM 8-1-1-1R 6-1-1-1W 3-2-2CL
Memory Bus Speed: 67MHz
< Memory Modules >
Memory Module 2: 128MB 16x(8Mx8) SDRAM PC100-322-611 (CL3 upto 100MHz)
(CL2 upto 67MHz)
Memory Bus Speed: 67MHz
< System Clock Generator >
Model: IC-Works W196
Software Programmable: Yes
Read-Back Support: No
< Environment Monitor(s) >
Model: Winbond W83782D
Version: 3.00
Mainboard Specific Support: No
Configured Mainboard: MS-6163 (i440BX)
Level 4/5 Support: Yes
< Temperature Sensor(s) >
Compensation Added: Yes
Board Temperature: 40.0°C / 104.0°F
CPU Temperature: 37.5°C / 99.5°F
< Voltage Sensor(s) >
CPU Core Voltage: 2.05V
Aux Voltage: 1.49V
+3.3V Voltage: 3.31V
+5V Voltage: 5.03V
+12V Voltage: 12.10V
-12V Voltage: -11.79V
-5V Voltage: -5.50V
< AGP Bus >
Version: 1.00
Bus Speed: 67MHz
Current Data Transfer Rate: 2x (134MHz)
Side Band Enabled: No
Side Band Support: Yes
Fast-Writes Enabled: No
Aperture Size: 64MB
< PCI Bus(es) >
Version: 2.10
No Buses: 1
Bus Speed: 34MHz
Speed Multiplier: 1/2x
< LPC/ISA Bus(es) >
Model: Intel Corporation 82371AB/EB/MB PIIX4 ISA Bridge
Speed Multiplier: 1/4x
Bus Speed: 9MHz
DMA Multiplier: 1/2x
DMA Speed: 5MHz
< USB Bus(es) >
Model: Intel Corporation 82371AB/EB/MB PIIX4 USB Controller
Version: 1.10
UHCI Interface: Yes
Channels: 2
Bus Speed: 48MHz
Legacy Emulation Enabled: No
< i2c/SMBus/BMB Bus(es) >
Total/MB Channels: 3 / 1
< Expansion Slot(s) >
ISA: ISA 16-bit 5V FullLength
ISA: ISA 16-bit 5V FullLength
PCI (13h): PCI 32-bit 5V FullLength Available
PCI (Eh): PCI 32-bit 5V FullLength InUse (Creative Labs CT4760
SBLive!)
PCI (10h): PCI 32-bit 5V FullLength Available
PCI (12h): PCI 32-bit 5V FullLength Available
PCI (8h): PCI 32-bit 5V FullLength Available
PCI (9h): PCI 32-bit 5V FullLength Available
AGP (8h): AGP 32-bit 5V FullLength Available (Asustek Computer
Inc AGP-V3800 SGRAM)
< Port Connector(s) >
PRIMARY IDE: None - ATA / None
SECONDARY IDE: None - ATA / None
FDD: 8251 FIFO Compatible - Floppy / None
COM1: Serial Port 16450 Compatible - 9 Pin Dual Inline / DB-
9 pin male
COM2: Serial Port 16450 Compatible - 9 Pin Dual Inline / DB-
9 pin male
LPT1: Parallel Port ECP/EPP - DB25 pin female / DB25 pin
female
Keyboard: Keyboard Port - None / PS/2
PS/2 Mouse - Detected: Mouse Port - PS/2 / PS/2
USB: USB - None / None
< Performance Tips >
Notice N224: SMBIOS/DMI information may be inaccurate.
Tip T2511: Some memory slots are free so the memory can be easily
upgraded.
Notice N2527: Compensation was added to external temperature
sensors.
Tip T2: For more information about tips, press F1 and scroll
to the Tips section.
<<< CPU & BIOS Information >>>
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
<< System BIOS >>
< System BIOS >
Manufacturer: Award Software International, Inc.
Version: 4.51 PG
Date: 10/20/98
Plug & Play Version: 1.00
SMBIOS/DMI Version: 2.10
(EE)PROM Size: 256kB (2Mbit)
< Features >
Can be Updated (flashed): Yes
Can be Shadowed: Yes
Is Socketed: Yes
Supports APM: Yes
Supports ACPI: Yes
Supports Plug & Play: Yes
Supports ESCD: Yes
Supports Enhanced Disk Drive: Yes
Supports Selective Booting: Yes
Supports LS-120 Boot: Yes
Supports ZIP Boot: Yes
NEC PC-98 Spec Compatible: No
< Performance Tips >
Tip T201: System BIOS is old. Check for an update.
Notice N224: SMBIOS/DMI information may be inaccurate.
Tip T207: A SMBIOS/DMI 2.3 or later compliant BIOS is
recommended. Check for a BIOS update.
Tip T212: BIOS can be shadowed so check whether it is.
Tip T211: BIOS is flash-able and socketed so it can be upgraded
when needed.
Tip T2: For more information about tips, press F1 and scroll
to the Tips section.
<< Processor 1 >>
< Processor(s) >
Processor: Intel Celeron @ 501MHz
Co-Processor (FPU): Built-in
Type: Standard
Packaging: FC-PPGA Socket370
Performance Rating: PR601 (estimated)
Rated Speed/FSB: 500MHz / 67MHz
Multiplier: 7.5x
Generation: 6th (6x86)
Model Information: P6C (Mendocino) Celeron 300-533 2V
Revision/Stepping: 6 / 5
Stepping Mask: mB0
Microcode: MU066503
< Caches >
Internal Data Cache: 16kB synchronous write-back (4-way, 32 byte line size)
Internal Code Cache: 16kB synchronous write-back (4-way, 32 byte line size)
L2 On-board Cache: 128kB ECC synchronous write-back (4-way, 32 byte line
size)
L2 Cache Multiplier: 1/1x (equiv. 501MHz)
< Mainboard Upgradeability >
Socket/Slot: Slot 1 / Socket 8
Upgrade Interface: Slot 1/A
Supported Speed(s): 600MHz (or more)
Supported Voltage(s): 3.3V
*********************************************************
in the 1st m/b I'd like to put some XP amd CPU and to the 2nd a celeron new CPU .If it is not possible then what m/b not expensive enough should I buy?
thnx!
<P ID="edit"><FONT SIZE=-1><EM>Edited by abarth on 09/20/02 01:54 AM.</EM></FONT></P>
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