You can't use 4GB DIMM's ... the chipset limits you to 2GB DIMM's.
According to Intel's specs on the chipset, the Q6700 is supported. It will then probably work - it just depends on what changes Dell had to make to the BIOS for overall system compatibility. Always update the BIOS to the latest version whenever upgrading beyond current system capacities (RAM, processor, etc.).
Daviddilo
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September 14th, 2014 17:00
I'm looking to have at least 6gb but prefer 8gb
Thanks In advance
shesagordie
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September 14th, 2014 17:00
Daviddilo
No, the Dimension e520 does not support 4gb modules, only 2gb, [total 8gb 4 x 2gb modules].
Regards to upgrading the processor, checkout the following discussion:
http://en.community.dell.com/support-forums/desktop/f/3514/t/19448590
Prior to installing the processor, check that BIOS version 2.4.0 is installed.
Note. Only 65 nm processors with 800 or 1066fsb will work with the E-520.
Bev.
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September 14th, 2014 18:00
You can't use 4GB DIMM's ... the chipset limits you to 2GB DIMM's.
According to Intel's specs on the chipset, the Q6700 is supported. It will then probably work - it just depends on what changes Dell had to make to the BIOS for overall system compatibility. Always update the BIOS to the latest version whenever upgrading beyond current system capacities (RAM, processor, etc.).