How to install my new Q9400 CPU

[leakylawson]

I have recently purchased a Intel core 2 Q9400 and an after market cooler to replace my old Pentium E6300.

But I have never replaced a CPU before and my understanding is that my current bios is not the correct one see here: http://www.asus.com/Motherboards/P5KC/HelpDesk_CPU/

Do I just download the update with my E6300 in and press install or something? then power off my pc, put in the new CPU and reboot?

 

[DelroyMonjo]

Read the instructions.
http://www.asus.com/Motherboards/P5KC/HelpDesk_CPU/

 

[leakylawson]

Read the instructions.
http://www.asus.com/Motherboards/P5KC/HelpDesk_CPU/

This is all they give:
"If your motherboard BIOS version number is greater than the BIOS version listed above, then you will not need to flash your BIOS. However, if your BIOS version is smaller than the version listed above, then you will need to select and download the latest BIOS to update your system. We kindly remind you that there is a certain risk level involved in BIOS flashing, please refer to " BIOS Flashing Method ". If you still have doubts, we will strongly advise you to consult with a PC Professional or your PC dealer for further assistance."

Does this mean i just download the file and install or something? will i need a specific program to open it? Sorry I bet I sound like a right noob but I don't want to break my system or something.

 

[mickypheonix]

Hi Leakylawson
this will answer your question
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8emxPAZZ53w
sorry bout quality of video

 

[leakylawson]

Hi Leakylawson
this will answer your question
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8emxPAZZ53w
sorry bout quality of video

Hi I watched the whole video but it doesnt explain anything about the BIOS?

Thankyou anyway.

 

[mickypheonix]

go to your motherboard manufacturers website , download the latest bios and flash/update your bios ,instructions on how to do this should be in the same place where you find your bios

 

[DelroyMonjo]

Is there an EZ Flash option in your current BIOS? See what that says.