I have an AMD 64 3000 PC. Can anyone let me know how to upgrade the CPU to a AMD X2 Dual Core 4800(Step Guide)
399957
You need a new motherboard. With that, you'll need to reinstall Windows due to the change. It's not a simple deal. Since the sockets arent the same with the old pin configuration to the new 939 socket that the X2 runs on, you need a new motherboard. Pick a good SLi board, you'll be glad you did.
324527
You should either modify your question or repost.\n\nWhat new pentium processor - version number, etc.\n\nWhat do you want to know about it?\n\nPeople can't be expected to answer your question as posted as there is nearly 0 data to respond to, and it is ambiguous: you could be asking if there is going to be a new one, or you could be asking about an existing one.
4332
Yes you can.  When AMD released their first consumer 64-bit processor, they advocated people to buy it because it was compatible with your current 32-bit apps while it was future proof for the future (when 64-bit apps arrived).  Intel eventually followed suit and released their own 32/64-bit processor.\n\nIf you run Windows 98/2000/XP (32-bit operating systems) with 32-bit games on a 64-bit processor, it will work.  This is my current setup.\n\nYou can also run Windows XP 64-bit edition with a 32-bit game on a 64-bit processor.  This is exactly my friend's set up and it works well for him except not every driver is available in 64-bit form (mostly printers or scanners are not, video and sound drivers are mostly available in 64-bit form).
557693
And you won't find a new processor that fits it either.  The current Pentium 4/Pentium D processors use the LGA 775 socket.  But I don't like Intel processors anyway.  I like AMD and that wold be socket 939 for a good number of them.  If you're serious about upgrading you're going to have to get a new motherboard to fit the processor of your choice.  However, depending on the speed of the PIII you may be able to run XP if it is faster than say 700MHz but don't expect it to be a speeding bullet.  Not to mention that you'll need a minimum of 256MB of memory (I like having at least 512MB) but I won't touch a system that has less than 1GB.  As long as you aren't going to play games and already have sufficient memory, and I hate to say this because it goes against every fiber in my being, you'll be fine.
489215
I will suggest you Socket 939 for AMD Because it support SSE2 and SSE3 Instructions In witch You Can Run Appple Mac os x Tiger x86 10.4.6 Smoothly. I also Have Amd Athlon 64 3200+ Processor.
163526
I am currently putting my new system together.  I settled on the AMD64 X2 because I could take advantage of a dual core processor ( I use linux exlusively). I haven't looked at the pentium D so I could not comment or make a comparison.  I have built a few AMD's and a few pentium 4's .  I find the AMD 64's  more responsive and a better bang for the buck.
392006
I believe the fastest Athlon XP was the 3200+ before they started with the Athlon FX and 64.  I may be mistaken.  Depending on your motherboard, your system may not be compatible with this processor.  If you are running an Athlon XP 1800+, for example, the highest you can upgrade to is the 2200+.  After that, the chips were using different micron technology that will not work with the older socket.  The 2800+ that I have is upgradeable to 3200+, but it's not really worth it because the speed boost will be insignificant.
1009411
the 4200 means 4.2 ghz comparable but that is hype,  to get the most out of a system you need fast memory DDR2 which AMD doesn't support yet, and a fast HDD  western digital Raptor 10000 rpm with a seek time 1/2 of the next competitor, the processor is just 1 part of the system, if you dont have enough and fast memory you will never get the max out of the processor,
53647
Right now, AMD makes the best processors in my opinion. This doesn't mean that all AMD processors are better than Intel processors, however, just that the top of the line AMDs are the best you can get in my opinion. You are on the right track getting dual core. Don't look at clock speeds if you are comparing Intel to AMD, as they rate them differently and AMDs report slower clock speeds even though the chip may be faster. If you really want to get down to it, checck the benchmarks that http://www.tomshardware.com have. They will help to show which processors are faster at which tasks.\n\nIf my answer was helpful, don't forget to consider rating it as the best. Thanks!
765552
Get a dual core CPU\nI don't like the case\nI don't like the power supply\n\nGo to this forum to get some great help and advice on your build before plunking down the $$$
2195
The question is do you want to plan for the future now by getting a dual core processor.  Currently not many applications support dual core processors (save for Windows and some versions of Linux) so they would only be utilizing one core, games and Office, for example.  By late next year there should be plenty of applications that can use dual core processors and the prices will likely drop as well.  For now, I think you are fine with the AMD 3700+.  Next year, if you wanted you could most likely pop a dual core chip into your motherboard, just make sure the BIOS supports it.  If you want to check out a dual core system, this one is one of my favorites http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/HP-Pavilion-Desktop-PC-A1250N-/sem/rpsm/oid/134690/catOid/-12962/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do for the price it's an excellent value, that is, if you are looking at a whole system and not just a processor upgrade.
687849
It depends on the make and model of your particular notebook. If you owned an HP notebook that has an AMD Turion processor I would say that you have choices! YES YOU CAN upgrade your notebook's processor! I have found FOUR AMD Turion processors at a respectable online e-tailer for you. Be fore warned though! It is absolutely essential that you obtain the service manual for your laptop BEFORE 1) Purchasing the processor 2) Attempting to install said processor. Always consult the notebook's service manual for information that is VITAL to the success of your upgrades!\nGood luck!\nPaul_in_NC
952655
If you have got tht very recently and still can return it. Do it now and go for Intel 965 or Dual Core Processor.\nAtleast your pc will not be outdated for couple of years. You'll get satisfactory results from them 2.
495886
well!! nice config! but the AMD Athlon FX60 outperforms the X2 4800+, and it is not exactly the best as new Turion 64 X2 supports DDR2 and in future AMD is coming up with a new series of processors codenamed the "M2". these are rumoured to have support for DDR3-800 MHz! and these will be on the socket 940 though the current mobo's with s940 will not support it! it looks like ur frend's gona have a tough time!!
728653
http://www23.tomshardware.com/cpu.html
803217
yes buy a faster processor just make sure you get one of the same brand thats in there and that the motherboard will support it by going to the manufacturer of the motherboards website and looking at the specs or reading the book that came with it
201420
Go to Majorgeeks.com and look for your upgrade program and download it for free. I can promise that you will find your answer there.