Just upgraded from and i5-6700k to an i7-8700k, same socket, same power draw, and when I try to start my computer it just beeps and instantly shuts off most of the time or runs and has no display
That's a 6th / 7th generation motherboard, only compatible with 6th/7th generation Intel processors.Oh my bad. Gigabyte GA-H170-GAMING 3
Motherboard?Just upgraded from and i5-6700k to an i7-8700k, same socket, same power draw, and when I try to start my computer it just beeps and instantly shuts off most of the time or runs and has no display
They're both LGA 1151Motherboard?
Just remember same socket does not mean it's compatible in all cases.
See point 2: https://forums.tomshardware.com/thr...when-selecting-parts-for-a-custom-pc.3510178/
Again, same socket does not mean it's compatible.They're both LGA 1151
Oh my bad. Gigabyte GA-H170-GAMING 3Again, same socket does not mean it's compatible.
What is the exact motherboard make and model my friend?
That's a 6th / 7th generation motherboard, only compatible with 6th/7th generation Intel processors.Oh my bad. Gigabyte GA-H170-GAMING 3
Okay, thank you for the informationThat's a 6th / 7th generation motherboard, only compatible with 6th/7th generation Intel processors.
You have an 8th generation processor.
You need a new and compatible motherboard unfortunately my friend. As the guide I posted above states, the socket is not the only thing that dictates compatibility.
Alright I bought a new Mobo after I made sure it was compatible. Thank you very much for the information, its a lifesaverThat's a 6th / 7th generation motherboard, only compatible with 6th/7th generation Intel processors.
You have an 8th generation processor.
You need a new and compatible motherboard unfortunately my friend. As the guide I posted above states, the socket is not the only thing that dictates compatibility.
What motherboard did you get if you don't mind me asking ?Alright I bought a new Mobo after I made sure it was compatible. Thank you very much for the information, its a lifesaver
Sorry, just saw this! MSI B360 gaming+, installed and running beautifully. Thank you again for the helpWhat motherboard did you get if you don't mind me asking ?