Want to upgrade CPU

[Edwin Phate]

Hey guys I think this will be my final upgrade to this computer ive had since 08.
I want to upgrade the Cpu/processor. I believe its a Socket AM2 PGA-940.
so I want to upgrade to will it fit?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103286
*note*
I am also reading that socket AM2+ and AM3 might work on my computer I attached a everest quick report if that might help.

Computer Model number:Aspire M1100
Bios Vendor: Phoenix Technologies, LTD
CPU: amd athlon X2 Dual core processor BE-2300 1.90
bios: Award (10/10/07)
Motherboard name: Acer F690GVM
http://computers.pricegrabber.com/p...-Athlon-64-X2-BE2300-Dual-Core/m42506715.html
http://www.buy.com/prod/athlon-x2-d...-9ghz-athlon-x2-dual/q/loc/101/204769631.html

PSU:650 watt BFG +12V1 20a +12V2 20a
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817702003

* RAM: 5GB 3x1gb 1x2gb

* Hard Drive:250 gb

* Optical Storage: DVD±RW

* Graphics Card: Geforce 9600gt Lp/7300gs(9600gt is over heating)
I thought it was the PSU I upgraded from a 350watt to a 650
btw I will have a new card tomorrow this is it.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150448

* OS: Windows 7 Ultimate

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I was reading on new egg that its fairly easy to overclock the cpu to 3.0 if this is true can anyone start me in a direction of how?

Pros: Very good power consumption ratings
45w
Overclocks easily to 3.0 ghz with stock hsf, just set vcore to 1.3 v and 316 clock. Idle's in COOLERMASTER centurion 5 w/ 120 mm front and rear fans, with extras 20'C and drops sometimes below that, and under full load 8+ hours orthos passed~ 50'c on stock hsf.

Cons: None, except it doesn't do my homework.

Other Thoughts: I love this little processor, I bought it because my x2 4600+ gave up on me when the fan broke, I thought this was going to be a horribly slow processor, but even stock, it outperforms my 4600+, and I can oc the heck out of it with 1/10 less vcore and still keep it stable. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Pros: Excellent Performance out of the box. I am running it in a home server which I use to store videos and stream them over my home network and the internet. Just when I thought that this processor couldn't get any better I dropped the voltage down to 1.0 volts and was able to achieve a stable overclock of 2.58 GHz!!! On 1 Frikkin volt!!! 24 Hrs Prime stable. Simply Amazed.

Cons: Don't have a use for buying another.

Other Thoughts: Got this when it was on sale. Ordered it at noon and received it at 10 am the next day (Free Shipping Option). Can't go wrong with AMD+Newegg!!!

Ive done quite a bit of googling and it seems this might be the best I can do Athlon 64 X2 6000+
http://www.ewiz.com/detail.php?name...78f1591bc1c6fd2fa014987ea7e17dd00f9a6c87416b4
$55 is it even worth it or should I opt to overclock?

hi I am wondering if any body can help me I am trying to overclock my computer it has the following specs but I have looked and looked but with no joy obviously the wrong places lol I dont even know if I can overclock my comp I would appreciate any help I can get as im a newbie
I have a ACER ASPIRE M5100

OS ms windows xp pro 32 bit sp3

CPU PHENOM X4 9500 AGENA 65NM TECHNOLOGY

RAM 4.0GB KINGSTON DUAL CHANNEL DDR2 @332 MHZ 5-5-5-15

MOTHERBOARD ACER F690GVM(SOCKETAM2) ATI RS690/RS690M CHIPSET

GRAPHICS NVIDIA GEFORCE 8400 GS 512MB GEFORCE 8400 GS

HARD DRIVES 500 GB SEAGATE ST3500620AS (SATA)

okay now see this guy seems to have a quad core phenom in the same mb or am I misreading?

 

[Archean]

AM2 is completely compatible with AM2+, however, there exists some issues which need to be overcome before attempting to put in AM2+ processor on AM2 boards. The major problem is Compatible BIOS, you need to check your motherboard manufacturer's site for updated version of BIOS for your motherboard.

Secondly, quard core processors require more power, and some older AM2 motherboards may be not be able to provide extra juice. This is one difficult issue to identify, as AMD and motherboard manufacturers are pretty vague about this (IMHO), so the best thing you could do is to check your motherboard manufacturer's site and see whether they have updated compatible processor's list.

Lastly, it seems that is the same motherboard as yours, and as I said AM2+ processor(s) should work with AM2 sockets provided the above issues are resolved/or not present.

Goodluck with your upgrade, and let us know if you need further assistance. Regards

 

[Edwin Phate]

i looked everywhere for a bios upgrade nothing but my gfx card came in and bumped my aero score to 7.3 in graphics department. how much of a performance boost would the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ give me?
Or should i just get a new Mobo It would have to be Mirco ATx cause thats what my case is.

 

[Archean]

Well have a look at this tom's review and see whether it answers your question.

 

[Edwin Phate]

well that doesnt really answer my question because im stil not even 100% sure i can use the phenom 9500's I think i read those would work but im not certain. besides thats comparing athlon 5600 not 6000 which i believe is the maximum I can use for the athlons. Im not even entirely sure ive read so many things.... Wish someone knew a for sure answer. Thank you guys for your responses.

 

[Archean]

The Phenom for which you provided a link above, will be roughly 25%+ (give or take few %age points) faster than the Athlon X2 6000. However, as you are unable to find an updated BIOS, I suggest you to go for Athlon X2 6000+. Regards

 

[Edwin Phate]

how much faster is the 6000+ really never done it worried about thermal paste putting to much.

 

[Archean]

You only need to use thermal paste for contact area of IHS and CPU Fan's Heatsink.