Just some advise needed. I'd like to upgrade my processor.

Current Spec is as below:

PC: Dell Dimension 9100

Chipset: Intel 945P Express

Memory: 2GB (4 x 512mb) PC3200 DDR2

Processor: P4 HT Prescott 630 (3Ghz, 2mb L2, 800 FSB, LGA775)


Now according to the Intel and Dell websites, the 945P chipset will support an FSB of 800 or 1066MHz, meaning it should support the Core 2 Duo processor.

These are lower clock speeds than the P4 HT, so does this mean they produce less heat and my current heatsink and fan should suffice?

Also, will my current memory be ok for a while, or will it not work at the higher 1066MHz FSB?

Any help appreciated.

Gareth

your board can definitely take this upgrade mate, right up to the core 2 extreme. have a look at this review of a new gigabyte mobo: http://www.hardcoreware.net/reviews/review-341-01.htm.

To sum up: And there you have it, folks. With desktop applications, it doesn't matter if you use a $200 motherboard based on the 975X chipset, or a $99 board using the 945P chipset.

Not sure about the memory or the cooling issue mate, but good luck!