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Processor upgrade and BIOS updated information is specific to a motherboard and must come from the motherboard or system manufacturer. For your motherboard to support a faster or different processor, you must confirm compatibility with the frequency, voltage, and stepping between the processor and motherboard, and verify if a BIOS update is needed. Older motherboards frequently do not have BIOS support for new processors.
When updating your BIOS, always do it with the newer processor in the socket to ensure your system correctly identifies the CPUID, and the features of your processor work as designed.
Older motherboards might not meet the electrical and mechanical requirements for newer processors. Verify the supported processors with the manufacturer of your system or third-party motherboard. If the information is not available, it is possible the board is not validated for newer processors or that the manufacturer does not support processor upgrades.
One way to verify processor compatibility with the motherboard before you upgrade your processor is to visit the web site for the motherboard manufacturer.
For more information on how to identify your Intel® processor or desktop board, select one of the links below:
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