Upgrading CPU

[dwa55]

Hi all new user here

 

I currently have a I5 2500K CPU with a CoolerMaster Hyper 212+ CPU Cooler and a Gigabyte GA-P67X-UD3 B3 Motherboard

 

I want to upgrade my CPU to a I7 3770K

 

My question is do I just remove the CPU cooler > Install new CPU > Reapply thermal paste > reattach CPU cooler > all good?

 

 

 

Thanks

 

 

 

 

 

[ExDreamer]

Nope.U must buy new mobo for it too because 3770k uses different socket from 2500k

[BlackOutCrisis]

Nope.U must buy new mobo for it too because 3770k uses different socket from 2500k

No it doesn't...

 

What would stop you is I don't think ivy it backwards compatible with sandy chipsets so you will still need a new motherboard.

[BlackOutCrisis]

I just checked, you will need to update your Bios then you will be fine to use a 3770k with your motherboard.

[NVgamer]

http://www.gigabyte.us/support-downloads/cpu-support-popup.aspx?pid=3815

 

his motherboard supports the 3770k with bios update, op does not need to change his motherboard

 

 

My question is do I just remove the CPU cooler > Install new CPU > Reapply thermal paste > reattach CPU cooler > all good?

 

Thanks

 

welcome to the forums :) ..those step's sounds good to me! just don't forget to remove the old stuff first & use a pea size dot of thermal paste in the center of the cpu before applying and don't spread it, the heatsink will do that with its pressure during installation.

 

Happy upgrading !  

[dwa55]

According to Gigabyte website it says a I7 3770k will work http://www.gigabyte.com/support-downloads/cpu-support-popup.aspx?pid=3815

[dwa55]

Thanks for the quick replies 

[ExDreamer]

I stand corrected.A little bit confuse between sandy bridge-e and ivy bridge

[Blade of Grass]

I stand corrected.A little bit confuse between sandy bridge-e and ivy bridge

Just remember 39xx = 2011, 37xx = IB i7, and 26xx/27xx = SB i7.

[Eljiyx]

Well as it would work with a BIOS update I would probably also look for money for a new motherboard to get some of the features of Z77 like USB 3.0. It's your choice ofcourse, and just buying a new CPU would work, but I would look for a new motherboard aswell.

[s0nrise]

If your mobo is on z68, then the new ivy cpu will work no problem.

[Alex Dimitri]

It will work on P67 after bios update, but then again i wouldn`t waste money on 3770K i would switch mobo for used shiny Z68 and OC the hell out of that 2500K (you know those CPU`s are champs at OC ?)

 

In general i7 CPU`s are better only for some more serious work (then gaming) likes of video editing, etc....

[DavePC]

As mentioned above, 

 

All you have to do is update your motherboard for support of the Ivy Bridge Socket.

 

You can easily find the BIOS update here:

 

http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=3815#bios

 

Ivy Bridge is supported after BIOS Update F9, and update F9 is the current stable update I would recommend. 

 

Your motherboard does support dual BIOS modes, so please contact Gigabyte support ASAP if you cannot reflash your motherboard on your main BIOS, and switch to your secondary BIOS. 

 

You can learn how to flash your BIOS from Gigabyte here:

 

http://www.gigabyte.com/webpage/20/HowToReflashBIOS.html

 

My question is do I just remove the CPU cooler > Install new CPU > Reapply thermal paste > reattach CPU cooler > all good?

 

Yes, that is all you have to do. Make sure to properly re apply your heatsink, here is a video about it: 

 

 

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[dwa55]

I have managed to update to F9 all seems ok 

 

My motherboard already has USB 3.0 so is it actually worth upgrading it? if so so why please

 

Now time to buy the CPU and some isopropyl alcohol 

 

Cheers 

[DavePC]

USB 3.0 shows significantly higher transfer speeds, however you need a USB 3.0 capable case and device. 

 

Its up to you if you want to use it or not, if you transfer a lot of files in large capacity then you should probably use it. 

 

Good luck, and congratulations on your BIOS update.