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August 19th, 2015 22:00
Dell Dimension 2400 CPU
I would like to know which processor for the Dell Dimension 2400 can use the highest number of ram size and what the size of the compatible ram is. As of now, my Dell Dimension 2400 has the Intel Pentium 4 and I want to make my computer faster.
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shesagordie
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August 20th, 2015 08:00
JohnLabib
The Dimension 2400 supports a maximum of 2gb [2x1gb modules] of DDR RAM.
The Dimension 2400 can use either 400MHz or 533MHz, Socket 478, P-4 Northwood, or Celeron processors with a 512k or smaller cache.
The maximum processor size is a Socket 478 Northwood P4 3.06GHz 533MHz FSB processor.
The 2400 will not take Prescott processors [1mb cache].
Prior to upgrading the processor check that the latest BIOS version is installed, with BIOS version A03 Updated CPU microcode was added to support latest CPUs.
Bev.
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September 4th, 2015 23:00
JohnLabib
The link you posted shows several INTEL P4 3.06GHz, SOCKET 478 533M SL6PG 512K CACHE for sale, that is compatible with the Dimension 2400, for example:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/INTEL-P4-3-06G-SOCKET-478-533M-SL6PG-512K-CACHE-tested-working-/400171968866?hash=item5d2c1ba962
http://ark.intel.com/products/27499/Intel-Pentium-4-Processor-supporting-HT-Technology-3_06-GHz-512K-Cache-533-MHz-FSB
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September 5th, 2015 12:00
JohnLabib
Yes.
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September 5th, 2015 15:00
JohnLabib
You are welcome.
Prior to upgrading the processor check that the latest BIOS version is installed, with BIOS version A03, updated CPU microcode was added to support latest CPUs.
Bev.
shesagordie
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October 3rd, 2015 14:00
JohnLabib
Congratulations on a successful upgrade.
No, unfortunately, the Dimension 2400 only supports a maximum of 2gb [2x1gb modules] of DDR RAM.
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August 19th, 2015 22:00
Hi, Processor/motherboard upgrade on machines are not really advisable as they would cost you as much as a new machine.
So its best to buy a new system.
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rdunnill
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August 20th, 2015 19:00
As the chassis is mATX, I'd suggest upgrading the innards, starting with a new motherboard.
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August 22nd, 2015 11:00
Yes, it does hold up to 2x1GB and I verified that with the man who answered the phone at discountelectronics.com , he told me that it holds 2x1GB
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August 22nd, 2015 11:00
What do I enter on eBay? to locate listings of the processor for bid or buy it now?
shesagordie
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August 22nd, 2015 14:00
JohnLabib
Try entering the following in the search box:
Socket 478 Northwood P4 3.06GHz 533MHz FSB processor.
Then click the computer section in the drop box.
Bev.
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September 4th, 2015 18:00
I copied and pasted what you said. However, there are 0 results and searches related to what you suggested and the search results are at http://ebay.to/1EGqbn5
Do you know what I mean?
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September 5th, 2015 06:00
Are you suggesting the processor shown on the two links that you gave me?
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September 5th, 2015 14:00
Thank you! I bought the processor on the eBay link you gave me, hope it works!
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October 3rd, 2015 10:00
It works!!! I just need to know if I can upgrade the processor to support more than 2GB RAM?
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October 4th, 2015 22:00
Yeah, the only way to speed up the 2400 significantly is a new motherboard, CPU and memory. Still cheaper than a new PC.