Phenom Ii X4 955 model no confusion.

[deen4533]

Hello sir,
I wish to upgrade CPU of motherboard Asus M3A78-EM to AMD phenom II X4 955 series,it is a bit confusing as far as model no is concerned,I came across this model no HDZ955FBGMBOX but can't find it in compatible Asus CPU supported list.
Please help me in choosing this or anthor model of same specifications.

http://geb.ebay.in/g/AMD-Phenom-II-X4-955-Black-Edition-Deneb-3-2GHz-Socket-AM3-125W-Quad-Core-P?itemid=290774691922

 

[Z1NONLY]

You are fine. I would check the BIOS version. If it's 2401 or later you shouldn't need an update. It will probably work with 1602 and later versions though.

 

[deen4533]

Thanks for reply,surely I will wait for more information regarding bios.

 

[deen4533]

I have done a bit of workaround and found this info for furthered comments.

Phenom IIX4 955 (HDX955WFK4DGM),3.2GHz,125W,rev.C3,SocketAM3,Quad-Core ALL
2401

Type CPU / Microprocessor
Market segment Desktop
Family AMD Phenom II X4
Model number ? 955
CPU part numbers HDZ955FBK4DGM is an OEM/tray microprocessor
HDZ955FBGMBOX is a boxed microprocessor
Stepping codes AACAC AC CACAC AC
Frequency ? 3200 MHz
Bus speed ? 667 MHz Memory controller
One 2000 MHz 16-bit HyperTransport link
Clock multiplier ? 16
Package 938-pin organic micro-PGA
Sockets Socket AM2+
Socket AM3
Weight 1.4oz / 38.4g (CPU)
1lb 1.2oz / 487.2g (Box)
Fan/heatsink AV-Z7UH40Q001-4109
End-of-Life date December 2012

 

[Z1NONLY]

For C3, you want BIOS version 2401

 

[iceclock]

thats the correct processor information, also flashing the bios to the newest version would be recommanded , cheers

 

[deen4533]

thats the correct processor information, also flashing the bios to the newest version would be recommanded , cheers

Shall i update Bois before replacing or after replacing it.

 

[iceclock]

only if you feel comfortable doing so, i wouldnt do it if ur not as if u fail loading the proper bios or ur pc shutdowns while updating it, u can have a worthless motherboard on ur hands.

so only update the bios with caution and if ur comfortable doing so.

 

[deen4533]

only if you feel comfortable doing so, i wouldnt do it if ur not as if u fail loading the proper bios or ur pc shutdowns while updating it, u can have a worthless motherboard on ur hands.

so only update the bios with caution and if ur comfortable doing so.

Update: successfully flashed Bois to latest 2701 with out any problem that too within windows using Asus flash utility.ready to go when CPU comes from newegg.

 

[iceclock]

excellent , keep us updated, pm me if u need further help cheers

 

[deen4533]

I have no received it yet from newegg but tracking shows it is on its way,any moment it will arrive.

 

[deen4533]

excellent , keep us updated, pm me if u need further help cheers

Update : CPU arrived and installed, no issues till now, windows 8 pro WMC stayed activated, achieved a Score of 7.8 in rating, GPU has not arrived yet, will update.

 

[Z1NONLY]

You mean no problems as of now, right?

 

[deen4533]

You mean no problems as of now, right?

Yes, no problem, running silently, it arrived with a high quality CPU fan.