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December 8th, 2024 12:35
Can I use Intel i7 3770?
OptiPlex 790
Hello,
I want to upgrade my machine from i3-2120 to i7-3770.
My Bios Version is A22.
Why is my PC not starting with my new CPU?
What is not compatible?
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JOcean
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December 8th, 2024 14:39
3rd Generation CPUs are not supported and this tech document has more information and a list of supported CPUs. The 790 has a Q65 chipset and as shown in this chart at CPU-upgrade, the Q65 does not support 3rd Gen CPUs.
redxps630
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December 8th, 2024 15:24
JO has nailed the issue. Dell has not written a bios update to support 3rd gen cpu in Opti 790. Only 2nd gen sandy bridge cpu are supported.
GrempTv
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December 9th, 2024 21:31
@redxps630 How about i7 2700K?
Some people said (K) is not supportet.
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December 9th, 2024 22:43
2700k is validated
https://www.userbenchmark.com/UserRun/67670992
bradthetechnut
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December 10th, 2024 03:54
Just remember 790 BIOS does not have overclock.
LeiASC
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February 15th, 2025 19:55
@redxps630 i7 2600?
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February 15th, 2025 21:49
i7-2600 is fine