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DylRicho
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 Posted: Thu Jul 12, 2012 8:25 am Post subject: ASUS X58L CPU Upgrade to T9500 |
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Hello,
I have an ASUS X58L notebook, currently powered by a Celeron M 575. I wish to upgrade my processor to a Core 2 Duo T9500 but I'm unsure if it'll work.
- X58L motherboard
- Intel GM965 chipset
- AMI 203 BIOS
ASUS offer up to a Core 2 Duo T5900 processor via the specification page for my laptop. For my needs, I don't think that will suffice, hence why I want to try a higher-end processor. I was originally going to try a Core 2 Extreme X9000 but I feel a 44w TDP is going to be walking into dangerous ground.
From ASUS's specifications, I can work out that my motherboard supports processors with a front-side bus speed of up to 800MHz, uses the socket P and at least supports a thermal design power of 35 watts. I've checked these specifications with the T9500 on Intel's website, and they all pass. My only concern is the motherboard and BIOS.
Can anyone help me?
Thanks,
Dylan. |
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mavroxur
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| Posted: Thu Jul 12, 2012 6:03 pm Post subject: |
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| The only problem is that with a 667FSB and an 800FSB chip, they move the key pin I believe. They're both socket P, but I think a pin is moved. |
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DylRicho
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| Posted: Thu Jul 12, 2012 8:09 pm Post subject: |
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They do? I would really benefit from a T9500 if I knew it would work.  |
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DylRicho
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| Posted: Tue Jul 17, 2012 10:51 am Post subject: |
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| ASUS have confirmed that my computer supports 800MHz FSB processors, so there shouldn't be a problem in taking a CPU out to replace. |
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| Posted: Tue Jul 31, 2012 8:05 pm Post subject: |
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| DylRicho wrote: | | ASUS have confirmed that my computer supports 800MHz FSB processors, so there shouldn't be a problem in taking a CPU out to replace. |
Are you defiantly sure? |
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DylRicho
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| Posted: Sat Sep 29, 2012 3:13 pm Post subject: Yes |
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| Anonymous wrote: | | DylRicho wrote: | | ASUS have confirmed that my computer supports 800MHz FSB processors, so there shouldn't be a problem in taking a CPU out to replace. |
Are you defiantly sure? |
Yes I'm sure. I contacted the support department. The GL960 specification on their site is for the older models. I have a newer GM965 model. |
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Afoder
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| Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2012 5:26 pm Post subject: |
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Finding this thread, I am about to take the plunge also on my beloved X58L and I am keen to hear how you got on.
I have just purchased a T7250 and after checking, I also have the GM965 chipset (and a T3400 on standby) |
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Afoder
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| Posted: Tue Dec 18, 2012 7:37 am Post subject: |
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I have upgraded my X58L with a T7250 and as soon as Windows started, it recognised the new chip and installed the necessary drivers. I did however, update the BIOS first.
I also made sure I had a good thermal paste (ICE SILVER) and was surprised at how little was on the the old CPU!
The chip does run a little warmer, but the speed I can now run applications at is an amazing improvement.
I can have multiple browsers open and run an excel spreadsheet with no issues at all.
Windows Experience went from 3.1 on the M-575 to 6.0 with the new chip.
Well worth the upgrade. |
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Wizzard1
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| Posted: Tue Dec 18, 2012 12:35 pm Post subject: |
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| Next time, try the P9500. Just as cheap, I think it's a bit slower, but also has a lower thermal output. |
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DylRicho
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| Posted: Sun Feb 03, 2013 4:30 pm Post subject: |
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| Wizzard1 wrote: | | Next time, try the P9500. Just as cheap, I think it's a bit slower, but also has a lower thermal output. |
We can't. The maximum for the X58L is the T9500 for dual-core, and X9000 for quad-core (assuming power supply and TDP are in check).
The reasoning is because of the 800MHz front-side bus. Any of the Core 2 Duo PXXXX range use a 1066MHz FSB. Not going to work.
It's also interesting to see that someone else has upgraded theirs. I still haven't bothered with mine.
Also, the T7250 will run a little warmer as the TDP is 35W, not 31W like the Celeron's. But ASUS list 35W CPUs under the specifications, so there shouldn't be any issues.
I'm still trying to determine which one to get. |
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DylRicho
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| Posted: Sun Feb 03, 2013 4:40 pm Post subject: |
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Oh, I also forgot to ask, how easy is it to get at the processor?
I've removed the backplate to reveal the RAM, Wi-Fi card, CPU, heatsink and fan, but with the way the heatsink sits, I'm unsure on how easy it'll be.
Here is a picture:
dylricho.com/dump/x58l/ASUS-X58L.jpg |
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jrmunro
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| Just undo the 4 screws holding the HS. It will move out of the way then remove the processor. Apply new compound to cpu. Clean any old compound from bottom of HS before reattaching. |
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DylRicho
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| Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2013 7:19 am Post subject: |
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| jrmunro wrote: | | Just undo the 4 screws holding the HS. It will move out of the way then remove the processor. Apply new compound to cpu. Clean any old compound from bottom of HS before reattaching. |
Oh, it's movable? I thought it was a stationary piece of copper. It looks solid to me. Eyes deceived it, I guess. 
Thank you guys. I'll get around to it as soon as I can buy it. |
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jrmunro
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| Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2013 10:23 am Post subject: |
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| DylRicho wrote: | | jrmunro wrote: | | Just undo the 4 screws holding the HS. It will move out of the way then remove the processor. Apply new compound to cpu. Clean any old compound from bottom of HS before reattaching. |
Oh, it's movable? I thought it was a stationary piece of copper. It looks solid to me. Eyes deceived it, I guess.
Thank you guys. I'll get around to it as soon as I can buy it. |
I should have added there might be a couple of screws holding the fan also |
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DylRicho
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| Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2013 12:09 am Post subject: |
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| jrmunro wrote: | | DylRicho wrote: | | jrmunro wrote: | | Just undo the 4 screws holding the HS. It will move out of the way then remove the processor. Apply new compound to cpu. Clean any old compound from bottom of HS before reattaching. |
Oh, it's movable? I thought it was a stationary piece of copper. It looks solid to me. Eyes deceived it, I guess.
Thank you guys. I'll get around to it as soon as I can buy it. |
I should have added there might be a couple of screws holding the fan also |
Yeah, I've had the fan out to clean before. I was just concerned about the placement of the heatsink. I always thought they were fairly solid lumps of copper. O.o |
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