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O.P. cpu, fan, gfx card etc.
where to start, there's loads of things i want to know but dont really know where/how to find out =p
1. i might get a new cpu, could this mean id need to get a new mobo depending on what cpu i was to get? number of pins etc.
2. i have an AMD Athlon XP, 1400 MHz (10.5 x 133) 1600+ processor and am looking at maybe getting a new heatsink/fan, how specific are they to the CPU and how the hell do i tell if its compatible with my cpu or cpu slot thingymajig?
3. what is the white stuff on the botom on the heatsink? contact grease or something?
4. im also thinking of getting a new gfx card. are different makes/models different sizes? can they be specific on the connector slot size? if so, how would i know if it'll fit on my pc?
5. if i was to get a new cpu/gfx card, would i need to make any changes to the computer settings eg, BIOS etc? my current cpu is 32bit. am i able to get a 64bit one without having to buy other things eg. new mobo?
thanks for the help, i know i can be a real pain in the ass sometimes . ive googled and things but nothing really helped me a lot.
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