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October 3rd, 2004 15:00

CPU Chip to New motherboard help

Hi everyone,

  I currently have a dimension 4600 and am building another computer.  I want to use the P4 Chip that is in my Dell with my new ASUS motherboard.  Will this work or is there another problem with compatibility.  It appears that most Dell components are not "interchangeable" when it comes to using parts for a new system. 

Thanks in advance

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    EstevanB

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    Posted October 3rd, 2004 16:00

    That is true, I am not to sure about the chips although Intel builds them customly for Dell to use on there system board. I wouldnt recomend it.
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    Posted October 3rd, 2004 19:00

    As long as you bought a Socket 478 board and not one of the newer LGA775 boards, the CPU will work fine.
    You will need a new, standard heatsink and fan - that part is proprietary to Dell.

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