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    BIOS problem?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by computerfan, Jan 14, 2011.

  1. computerfan

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    I recently bought and installed an e8335 in my gateway FX6860, the chip fits and it's PM45 chipset and socket P and all that joy, however when I actually turn the computer on it seems to start to load, immediately shuts off, and then turns itself back on and runs steadily under a black screen never loading the BIOS. I think I have to fix that seeing as I would like to use the computer and it's my only one; I have the old processor ( a T5550 ) handy and it is a quick switch so I'm not up a creek but I would like to know if anyone has any ideas on how to fix this particular problem.

    I don't know if it's the BIOS or the chip itself.

    Edit: I think it is the BIOS so now my only question is how does one find the BIOS necessary to get the computer up and running? It's a Phoenix board.
     
    computerfan, Jan 14, 2011
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  2. maximinimaus

    maximinimaus Notebook Evangelist

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    The FX6860 uses PM965 chipset with a max FSB 800 MHz. The E8335 has a FSB of 1066 MHz. Also it fits physically, it is not compatible. Look for a processor for PM965 chipset with a FSB of 667 or 800 MHz. The T5550 has a FSB 667 MHz. The BIOS must also support the new processor.
     
    maximinimaus, Jan 14, 2011
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    Ha! I guess that solves all of it!

    I guess I have to wait a week till payday. Thanks! Sorry for my lack of expertise at these things!
     
    computerfan, Jan 14, 2011
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    So the highest clock speed I can get on this board is 2.6?

    Should I just buy a new Lappy?
     
    computerfan, Jan 14, 2011
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    maximinimaus Notebook Evangelist

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    I believe your best option for the CPU is a T9500 at 2.6 GHz.
    New notebook? It depends on your usage. Consider maxing out the RAM and buying a SSD, upgrade the OS if you don't run Windows 7.
    For browsing and office applications you don't need a faster CPU. Just my opinion.
     
    maximinimaus, Jan 15, 2011
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