Hi all,
I haven't upgraded my CPU since I first built my PC about 5 years ago. While my ASUS P5N-D motherboard has been able to handle modest GPU upgrades (GTX 260), it doesn't seem as though my new processor (see link) I got from NewEgg wants to fit.
Newegg.com - AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition Deneb 3.2GHz 4 x 512KB L2 Cache 6MB L3 Cache Socket AM3 125W Quad-Core Processor HDZ955FBGMBOX
I am a little unfamiliar with socket types and picking the right motherboard. I don't want to break anything since money is tight, so could you suggest some motherboards compliant with my new CPU for around $100?
*Edit*
I was thinking of a new case while I was at it. Would this combo (case + motherboard) be adequate for the AMD Phenon II Quad Core?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.683184
Thanks so much, I'd really appreciate it!
I haven't upgraded my CPU since I first built my PC about 5 years ago. While my ASUS P5N-D motherboard has been able to handle modest GPU upgrades (GTX 260), it doesn't seem as though my new processor (see link) I got from NewEgg wants to fit.
Newegg.com - AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition Deneb 3.2GHz 4 x 512KB L2 Cache 6MB L3 Cache Socket AM3 125W Quad-Core Processor HDZ955FBGMBOX
I am a little unfamiliar with socket types and picking the right motherboard. I don't want to break anything since money is tight, so could you suggest some motherboards compliant with my new CPU for around $100?
*Edit*
I was thinking of a new case while I was at it. Would this combo (case + motherboard) be adequate for the AMD Phenon II Quad Core?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.683184
Thanks so much, I'd really appreciate it!