Is my Core 2 Duo E8700 CPU compatible with my Acer Veriton 7800?

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But the thing is that even if it fits, will it work? Because I heard that others won't boot upgrading their processors saying that they blame it on their BIOS. I have an Award R01-C2 21/7/2006. Sorry but I think I'll rephrase my question - Why doesn't my computer boot after upgrading processor?
 

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Do you have the latest BIOS update? Is "Award R01-C2 21/7/2006" the BIOS revision?
 

mddanial100

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I think I have the latest based on my Acer Website and yes, that is what it said on the msinfo32.
 

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I am not able to get into the bios but everything is spinning.

Graphics Card - OK
PSU - OK
CPU FAN - OK

Just a black color screen with working PC lights.

But when I switch back to my old processor, everthing is perfect, working as it should.

Oh yes - one more thing - I need to change my CMOS battery. But I am sure this doesnt affect any of these since I was able to boot with a depleting CMOS battery.
 

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Most likely, it is not working due to the fact that the BIOS is very old. The manufacture chose not to update it, since 2006.
The Core 2 Duo E8700 came out in 2008 I believe, so a lack of BIOS updates is to blame.
 

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Would a Pentium D work then? Or can you suggest other processors to upgrade from Pentium 4 HT?
 

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