Intel Core 2 Duo processor and reliability issues

Question

Our dell support window says that: Our PC is using an Intel Core 2 Duo processor which was found to have a reliability problem. After Intel Corp detected a problem with its Core 2 Duo processor Microsoft released a hotfix that improves the processor's reliability. You should install this hotfix to prevent problems with your PC.  There are separate links for 32 and 64 bit.  How do I tell whicj I have (Inspiron 1505)?

C3PO5 · Answer

Hi If your windows was installed by Dell it is the 32 bit version, Dell does not install windows using a 64 bit version  . The hot fix is for the version of windows you are running not the {CPU chip} it,s self !! See Yea

ehtoyah · Answer

So you'd recommend installing the hot fix ASAP?

C3PO5 · Answer

Hi Yes i would it does seem to be an important hot fix ! Good Luck

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