What additional parts do I need to install this inside a Dell XPS 8500 Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-3770 CPU @ 3.40GHz MSI GTX 960 ?
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None, this comes with all the necessary cables and screws. The xps seems like a pretty standard case so it will work with this.
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Check the specifications on your computer which should have came with your computer. If you don't have that you can get that info from Dell website if it is a dell as it tells you what your system can be upgrade to. A good site I also like is OEMPCWORLD.COM it list all makes and models. I do hope this helps.
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I will start with the assumption that you want to replace your motherboard in your DELL 660 case with the ASRock. Since the motherboard, DDRAM and processor are the heart of a new system, I would start clean and buy a new case, Power Unit and video card to go along with the new "heart", since old components will slow down the entire system as a bottleneck. DDRAM is cheap these days, so are PUs and cases. Depending upon what kind of video-gamer you are (or are not) Vidcards can be cheap or expensive, so that's up to you. Check with the ASROck site for lists of components compatibilities, especially the i7 versions and the DDRAM. Yes, it works with either WIN 7 or 8.
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Check the DDR rates on your XPS 2720 motherboard and the Front-side bus speeds. Generally any DDR3 will work anywhere it is accepted and it will just scale down performance to match your hardware limitations.
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My Dell Optiplex 960 has the following related to your question: Installed Memory (RAM): 4.00 GB (3.84 GB usable) Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 DUO CPU E8400 @ 3.00 GHz 2.99 GHz So, it appears that it's a match for you. I purchased this CPU as a refurbished unit with a newly installed Windows 7 Operating system from EzBuyCafe through Amazon in November 2013. I highly recommend the Dell Optiplex and EzBuyCafe... It was a great purchase from an excellent source. Ed Hobbs
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It will come with driver software then you can update the driver online , this video card is made specific for the dell XPS M1730
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If your Dell Motherboard supports 400Mhz memory you are ok. Check you pc max of memory for you model see in dell.com 400 and 333 Mhz are compatible.it will work a little faster than the units you replaced.
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The only way to know for sure Iis to call or email Dell. They know the motherboard specs. The standard Intel heatsink/fan should work---mine did.
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The instructions say that a 450W power supply is the minimum required. My power supply has 650W, so it's never been an issue. As for compatibility with the Dell motherboard, I would be quite surprised if that was an issue. It fits into a PCI slot, which seems pretty standard these days. It also requires supplementary power from a PCI-E connector, but an adaptor is included that allows you to get that power from standard MOLEX power connectors -- the kind used to power hard drives before SATA came along. By the way, I've been quite happy with this card!
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Sorry, this Dell PC is just too old. Not compatable with newer CPU,s Its time to retire this machine. Dont waste your time and money on trying to upgrade this PC
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Nothing special, CPU: Intel Pentium® D 945(3.4GHz) or higherRAM: 1GB or more is recommendedGraphics Card: NVIDIA® GeForce 7600 GT or ATI X1600 series or aboveUse HDCP Compatible display and VGA card to High Definition digital outputetc. etc.
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It's good that you asked. From the box it says the requirements are based on a 3.2 GHz processor. I took pictures of the requirements section from the box mine came in. I'll upload them when I get to my pc.
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There is no fan, heat sink, or Thermal Paste included with this CPU. The original fan and heat sink may be used, or upgraded if you prefer. I upgraded to a new, copper-core, finned aluminum heat sink with ball-bearing fan (Intel #D74883-001) to go with the E8400 chip upgrade. Easy install. Clean off the old thermal paste with a clean paper towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol. A pea-sized dot of Arctic MX-4 Thermal Paste applied to the center of the heat sink will stay good for up to 8 years, according to the manufacturer. My old DELL is running faster and cooler than ever, at a cost of less than $50. There is no fan, heat sink, or Thermal Paste included with this CPU. The original fan and heat sink may be used, or upgraded if you prefer. I upgraded to a new, copper-core, finned aluminum heat sink with ball-bearing fan (Intel #D74883-001) to go with the E8400 chip upgrade. Easy install. Clean off the old thermal paste with a clean paper towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol. A pea-sized dot of Arctic MX-4 Thermal Paste applied to the center of the heat sink will stay good for up to 8 years, according to the manufacturer. My old DELL is running faster and cooler than... » Read More There is no fan, heat sink, or Thermal Paste included with this CPU. The original fan and heat sink may be used, or upgraded if you prefer. I upgraded to a new, copper-core, finned aluminum heat sink with ball-bearing fan (Intel #D74883-001) to go with the E8400 chip upgrade. Easy install. Clean off the old thermal paste with a clean paper towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol. A pea-sized dot of Arctic MX-4 Thermal Paste applied to the center of the heat sink will stay good for up to 8 years, according to the manufacturer. My old DELL is running faster and cooler than ever, at a cost of less than $50. « Show Less
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The instructions say that a 450W power supply is the minimum required. My power supply has 650W, so it's never been an issue.As for compatibility with the Dell motherboard, I would be quite surprised if that was an issue. It fits into a PCI slot, which seems pretty standard these days. It also requires supplementary power from a PCI-E connector, but an adaptor is included that allows you to get that power from standard MOLEX power connectors -- the kind used to power hard drives before SATA came along. By the way, I've been quite happy with this card!
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I Don't know, but you can go to the dell web site and contact support to see if this is a compatible CPU. Just email them and they will respond If you have time you can look in the manual download area to see if there are any specifications for your computer
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Hey Dexter, I don't recall mentioning a dell computer because this power supply was part of my custom build, so I can't answer your question. I suggest you measure the power supply dimensions in your xps 8500 and compare with the XFX pro. Normally Dell make everything custom to their specifications so you want to make sure that whatever PSU you end up buying is compatible with the case and motherboard (pin connectors)
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That's hard to say. I have an Intel motherboard, so I went to Intel's website to find the fastest CPU my motherboard would handle. You could perhaps try to contact Dell customer support and ask them.