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November 18th, 2018 19:00

vostro 3350 - upgrade processor

Hi, i have dell vostro 3350 with i3 installed (processor code -> SR0DN). i want to upgrade the processor to i5 (processor code -> SR0WY). after the old processor was replaced with new one, try to power on, it only hold on about 3 second and then it power off itself, this condition are repeatedly until i push the power button. after that, i try to replace again the old processor. power on and work normally. any suggestion? are the processor not supported or else. Regards,
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    Posted November 21st, 2018 05:00

    The CPU must be of the same generation as the existing one - Sandy Bridge (part numbers start with a "2").

     

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    Posted November 19th, 2018 03:00

    SR0DN is 2nd-generation Sandy Bridge.  SR0WY is 3rd-generation Ivy Bridge - not compatible with your 2nd generation system.

     

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    Posted November 20th, 2018 17:00

    Hi, Thanks for reply, i understand. 1 question, if i want to upgrade the processor, what things must be considered to determine whether a new processor compatible or not ? thanks again. Regards,

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