Upgrading my processor

[whiternoise]

I'm currently running a Sempron 2800+ (1.6ghz) sckt 754.
My mobo is an Asus K8V-MX.
The manual says it can support: 64 processor with 800mhz FSb freq. and L2 cache up to 1mb.
Can anyone suggest a new 64 processor (NOT sempron and over 2ghz) that will run on this motherboard.(bear in mind i live in the uk)
Also, will i have to reinstall windows after putting in a new processor?
Thanks in advance

 

[DonNagual]

How about the socket 754 3700+ clawhammer?

 

[Didou]

It's harder to find, a bit more expensive then the NewCastle 3400+ & doesn't perform that much better. The NewCastle was also tweaked a bit compared to the ClawHammer.

You can find them HERE.

 

[PC_Nerd]

You wont have to reinstall windows, you may just have to adjust your memory timing

 

[whiternoise]

memory timing?
(and pref within £150)
I thought possibly: AMD Athlon 64 3200+ 64bit Socket 754
Basically i need to know whether my mobo is compatible.
thanks so far.