Question Installing new CPU.

[Dannydevil]

Hello, thank you in advance to anyone who can help with this issue.

I have recently built a custom PC for mid range gaming. Here are the specs:
Mobo - Asus P8H61 MX-R2.0
RAM - 2x 8gb HyperX Fury 1600ghz
CPU - Intel Core i3 3220
GPU - MSI GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4gb
PSU - Thermaltake Lightpower RGB 450w
Case - Thermaltake Versa c22 snow edition

I have soon decided to upgrade my CPU to an i5 3470, but to no evail. I have downloaded the latest BIOS from the official website (1109), I have updated all drivers, have Windows 10 Pro on my WD Green 240gb SSD, and have a seperate 1tb Toshiba HDD for files and storage. I have legit tried everything from refreshing the BIOS by taking out the battery for 3-5 mins and putting back in. Tried booting from different devices, updated BIOS, searched compatibility in which i5 3470 (Ivy Bridge) IS compatible with the P8H61-MX R2.0. I'm stumped. This is my second CPU of the same kind and i'm really getting frustrated now.

 

[Roland Of Gilead]

Hey there,

Where did you get the CPU? Second hand? From a friend?

 

[Dannydevil]

I got it from Ebay, fully workig and tested from a 100% feedback supplier, same with the second i5 3470 I bought. Different supplier, but still 100% positive feedback

 

[Dannydevil]

Also tested it in my friend's computer just today, same motherboard and he runs an i5 3470s, but this didn't even boot or go to BIOS either

 

[Dannydevil]

Also tested it in my friend's computer just today, same motherboard and he runs an i5 3470s, but this didn't even boot or go to BIOS either

 

[Dannydevil]

Sorry, one last thing I forgot to mention, the Motherboard is BRAND NEW. All the pins are in place nothing bent or no dust. Runs my i3 3220 perfectly with no issues at all

 

[Roland Of Gilead]

It must be the CPU. Send it back

 

[Dannydevil]

Yeah man cheers I thought as much. Problem is I litterally bought two, both from different providers, so the odds of BOTH not working is ridiculous.