Installing and replacing the processor. Installing and replacing a processor for simple tasks

On the this moment Time Processors from Intel I5 Series are among the most popular, as they perfectly keep the balance between price / performance ratio. For example this processor It will be discussed in this article, although the methods described in it will be suitable for other series. To increase computer performance as a whole, many users accelerate their processor. This is a complex and responsible procedure, as you can get a broken non-working processor, rAM and cooler, or perfectly dispersed and fast computerwhich is able to quickly solve problems. Excellent are suitable for overclocking the I5 processors with the prefix "K", as they are created with the calculation of acceleration. In this article you will find visual instructions Upon working with acceleration programs Intel i5.

How to overclock the Intel Core i5 processor - where to start

First of all, you need to know such important things:

• To overclock the processor, your system unit must have sufficient power.
• Coolers should cope with the cooling system. If they do not do it, buy a stand under a laptop with coolers or change them in the computer.
• The load on the computer and all its components will increase greatly.
• You can raise the performance by a maximum of 15 percent. This is a threshold.
• Follow the temperature of the nuclei in the process of overclocking.

Thus, you must first download the temperature tracking program, then the program for overclocking and proceed to the process.

How to overclock Intel Core i5 processor - temperature measurement

• The easiest and most accurate utility is Coretemp. You can download it by reference http://www.alcpu.com
• Click on the "Download" link to start loading.

• Installing the utility is satisfied simple and is familiar to any user. Just click "OK" or "Next", select the Program Installation Directory and agree with the license agreement.

• After installation, the program will open on your computer. In its lower part, you will see the processor temperature. Remember that the temperature above is 97-100 degrees is excessively high. Leave the program open.

How to overclock Intel Core i5 processor - instruction

• Now you are ready to download the basic SETFSB program. You can do this by reference http://www.softportal.com by clicking "Download".

• It is better to choose the option "from the SoftPortal server", since the official website of the Japanese developer, and some browsers can calculate it with malicious.

• In the downloaded archive, double click on the setfsb.exe file

• In this small window and all overclocking will occur. First, in the "Clock Generator" field, install the model of your chlorine, or as it is also called, the clock generator. You can learn this value in special programs By analysis motherboard.

• Now click "Get FSB", you will see the frequency value on your screen.

• Put a number of the Coretemp program window to always see the temperature. Start quietly pull the slider to the right, thereby accelerating the processor. Follow the temperature and do not rush.
• Wait a couple of seconds before moving the slider even right.

• As soon as you arrange the frequency and temperature value, click "Set FSB" to fix overclocking. Now everything will remain like that until you turn off the computer.
• Do not forget to look at the temperature while working at such a processor.

- This is the main computing component, from which the speed of the entire computer strongly depends. Therefore, usually, when selecting a computer configuration, first select the processor, and then everything else.

For simple tasks

If the computer will be used to work with documents and the Internet, then you are suitable for an inexpensive processor with a built-in video card Pentium G5400 / 5500/5600 (2 kernels / 4 streams), which are only slightly different frequency.

For editing video

To install the video, it is better to take a modern multi-threaded processor AMD Ryzen. 5/7 (6-8 nuclei / 12-16 streams), which in tandem with a good video card will also nicely cope with games.
AMD Ryzen 5 2600 processor

For the middle gaming computer

For a pure middle class gaming computer, it is better to take Core i3-8100 / 8300, they have honest 4 nuclei and show themselves in games with middle class video cards (GTX 1050/1060/1070).
CPU Intel Core i3 8100.

For a powerful gaming computer

For a powerful game computer, it is better to take a 6-kerchik Core i5-8400 / 8500/8600, and for PCs with a top video card I7-8700 (6 nuclei / 12 streams). These processors show the best results in games and are able to fully reveal powerful video cards (GTX 1080/2080).
Intel Core i5 8400 processor

In any case, the more nuclei and the above processor frequency, the better. Focus on your financial capabilities.

2. How the processor is arranged

The central processor consists of pCB With silicon crystal and various electronic elements. The crystal is covered with a special metal cover that prevents its damage and is a heat dissipant.

On the other hand, the feet are legs (or contact sites), with which the processor is connected to motherboard.

3. Manufacturers of processors

Processors for computers produce two large companies - Intel and AMD on several high-tech factory in the world. Therefore, the processor, regardless of the manufacturer, is the most reliable component of the computer.

Intel is a leader in developing technologies used in modern processors. AMD partially adapts their experience, adding something its own and conducts a more democratic pricing policy.

4. What is the difference between Intel and AMD processors

Intel and AMD processors are predominantly architecture (electronic circuit). Some better cope with one tasks, some with others.

Intel Core processors are generally a higher productivity on the core, so that AMD Ryzen processors are ahead in most modern games and are more suitable for assembling powerful game computers.

The AMD Ryzen processors in turn won in multi-threaded tasks, such as the installation of video, in principle, are not strongly inferior in the Intel Core in games and perfectly suitable for the universal computer used for both professional tasks and games.

In fairness It is worth noting that the old low-cost AMD processors of the FX-8XXX series, having 8 physical nuclei, are not well coped with the installation of video and can be used as budget option For these purposes. But they are worse for games and are installed on motherboards with an outdated AM3 + socket, which will make a problematic replacement of components in the future in order to improve or repair a computer. So it is better to purchase a more modern AMD Ryzen processor and the appropriate motherboard on AM4 socket.

If your budget is limited, but in the future you want to have a powerful PC, then you can first purchase an inexpensive model, and after 2-3 years I change the processor to more powerful.

5. Potor socket

Socket is a connector for connecting a processor with a motherboard. Processor sockets are marked either by the number of processor legs, or a digital letter designation at the discretion of the manufacturer.

Processor sockets constantly undergo changes and from year to year all new modifications appear. General Recommendation Acquire a processor with the most modern socket. This will provide the ability to replace both the processor and the motherboard in the next few years.

Intel processor sockets

• Finally outdated: 478, 775, 1155, 1156, 1150, 2011
• Study: 1151, 2011-3
• Modern: 1151-V2, 2066

AMD processor sockets

• Outdated: AM1, AM2, AM3, FM1, FM2
• Study: AM3 +, FM2 +
• Modern: AM4, TR4

The processor and motherboard sockets must be the same, otherwise the processor will simply be installed. Today, processors with the following sockets are the most relevant.

Intel 1150. - They are still on sale, but in the next few years they will come out of the consideration and replacement of the processor or motherboard will become problematic. Have a wide range of - from the most inexpensive, pretty powerful.

Intel 1151. - Modern processors that are no longer more expensive, but much more promising. Have a wide range of - from the most inexpensive, pretty powerful.

Intel 1151-V2 - The second version of socket 1151, differs from the previous support of the most modern processors 8 and 9 generation.

Intel 2011-3. - Powerful 6/8 / 10-nuclear processors for professional PCs.

Intel 2066. - Top the most powerful and expensive 12/16 / 18-nuclear processors for professional PCs.

AMD FM2 +. - Processors with integrated graphics for office tasks and the most simple games. IN model row There are both completely budgetary and middle-class processors.

AMD AM3 +. - Study 4/6 / 8-nuclear processors (FX), senior versions of which can be used for video installation.

AMD AM4. - Modern multi-threaded processors for professional tasks and games.

AMD T4. - Top the most powerful and expensive 8/12 / 16-nuclear processors for professional PCs.

Consider the acquisition of a computer on older sockets inexpedient. In general, I would recommend to limit the choice of processors on sockets 1151 and AM4, as they are the most modern and allow you to collect a fairly powerful computer to any budget.

6. Main characteristics of processors

All processors, regardless of the manufacturer, are distinguished by the number of kernels, streams, frequency, the amount of cache memory, the frequency of supported RAM, the presence of a built-in video card and some other parameters.

6.1. Number of Cores

The number of cores has the greatest impact on the performance of the processor. An office or multimedia computer requires at least a 2-core processor. If the computer is assumed to be used for modern games, then he needs a minimum processor with 4 cores. The processor with 6-8 nuclei is suitable for editing video and heavy professional applications. The most powerful processors may have 10-18 cores, but they are very expensive and are intended for complex professional tasks.

6.2. Number of streams

Hyper-Treading technology allows each processor kernel processor to process 2 data streams, which significantly increases performance. Multithreading processors are Intel Core i7, i9, some Core i3 and Pentium (G4560, G46xx), as well as most AMD Ryzen.

The processor with 2 cores and support for Hyper-Treading in terms of performance is close to 4-nuclear, and with 4 cores and hyper-treading - to the 8th nuclear. For example, Core i3-6100 (2 kernels / 4 streams) are twice as powerful than 2-nuclear pentium without hyper-treading, but still somewhat weaker than honest 4-nuclear Core i5. But core processors I5 do not support hyper-treading, therefore significantly inferior to Core I7 (4 cores / 8) processors.

Ryzen 5 and 7 processors have 4/6/8 nuclei and, respectively, 8/12/16 flows, which makes them kings in such tasks as the video installation. In the new family of processors, Ryzen Threadripper has processors up to 16 cores and 32 streams. But there are junior processors from the Ryzen 3 series, which are not multithreaded.

Modern games have also learned how to use multithreading, so it is desirable to take Core i7 (on 8-12 streams) or Ryzen for a powerful playing PC (8-12 streams). Also, a good choice in terms of price / performance will be the new 6-nuclear CORE-I5 processors.

6.3. CPU frequency

The processor performance also depends on its frequency on which all the cores of the processor work.

A simple computer for a set of text and access to the Internet is in principle enough processor with a frequency of about 2 GHz. But there are many processors with a frequency of about 3 GHz, which are about the same, so it is impossible to save here.

The multimedia or gaming computer of the middle class is suitable for a processor with a frequency of about 3.5 GHz.

For a powerful gaming or professional computer, a processor is required with a frequency closer to 4 GHz.

In any case, the higher the frequency of the processor, the better, and there are looking for financial capabilities.

6.4. TURBO BOOST and TURBO CORE

In modern processors, there is a concept of basic frequency, which is indicated in the characteristics simply as the frequency of the processor. We talked about this frequency above.

Intel Core i5, I7, I9 processors have also the concept of maximum frequency in Turbo Boost.. This is a technology that automatically increases the frequency of the processor core at high load to increase productivity. The less nuclei uses a program or a game, the more their frequency increases.

For example, the Core i5-2500 processor is a basic frequency of 3.3 GHz, and the maximum frequency in Turbo Boost 3.7 GHz. Under the load, depending on the number of cores used, the frequency will increase to the following values:

• 4 active nuclei - 3.4 GHz
• 3 active nuclei - 3.5 GHz
• 2 active kernels - 3.6 GHz
• 1 active kernel - 3.7 GHz

In processors AMD Series A, FX and Ryzen have a similar automatic processor overclocking technology called Turbo Core. For example, the processor FX-8150 is a base frequency of 3.6 GHz, and the maximum frequency in Turbo Core 4.2 GHz.

In order for TURBO Boost and Turbo Core technologies to work, it is necessary that the processor has enough nutrition and it does not overheat. Otherwise, the processor will not raise the core frequency. So the power supply, motherboard and cooler must be powerful enough. Also, the work of these technologies should not prevent bIOS settings motherboard and power settings in Windows.

In modern programs and games, all cores of the processor and performance gain from TURBO BOOST and TURBO CORE technologies will be small. Therefore, when choosing a processor is better oriented on the base frequency.

6.5. Cache memory

Cash memory is called inner memory The processor needed to him for faster computation. The amount of cache memory also affects the performance of the processor, but in a much lower amount of the number of cores and processor frequency. IN different programs This effect may vary in the range of 5-15%. But processors with a large amount of cache memory are much more expensive (1.5-2 times). Therefore, this acquisition is not always economically appropriate.

Cache memory is 4 levels:

The 1-level cache has a small size and when choosing a processor, it usually does not pay attention to it.

Cache 2 level is the most important thing. In weak processors, it is typical of the presence of 256 kilobytes (CB) of the 2nd level cache on the kernel. Processors intended for computers of average performance have 512 KB 2-level cache memory on the kernel. Processors for powerful professional and game computers should be equipped with at least 1 megabyte (MB) of the 2nd level cache on each kernel.

The 3-level cache has not all processors. The weakest processors for office tasks can have up to 2 MB of 3-level cache, or they do not even have it. Processors for modern home multimedia computers must have 3-4 MB of 3-level cache. Powerful processors for professional and gaming computers must have 6-8 MB of 3-level cache.

The 4th level cache has only some processors and if it is, it is good, but in principle it is not necessary.

If the processor has a 3 or 4 level cache, then you can not pay attention to the size of the 2-level cache.

6.6. Type and frequency of supported RAM

Different processors can support different types and frequency of RAM. This must be taken into account later when choosing RAM.

Excessive processors can maintain DDR3 RAM with a maximum frequency of 1333, 1600 or 1866 MHz.

Modern processors support DDR4 memory with a maximum frequency 2133, 2400, 2666 MHz or more and often for compatibility DDR3L memory, which differs from the usual DDR3 reduced voltage from 1.5 to 1.35 V. Such processors will be able to work with conventional DDR3 memory, if you have it already exist, but processor manufacturers do not recommend this due to the increased degradation of memory controllers, calculated on DDR4 with even lower voltage 1.2 V. In addition, under old memory We also need an old motherboard with DDR3 slots. So that the best way It is to sell the old DDR3 memory and go to a new DDR4.

Today, the most optimal price / performance ratio is the DDR4 memory with a frequency of 2400 MHz, which is supported by all modern processors. Sometimes not much more expensive you can buy a memory with a frequency of 2666 MHz. Well, the memory of 3000 MHz will cost much more expensive. In addition, processors are not always consistent with high-frequency memory.

You also need to take into account what maximum memory frequency supports the motherboard. But the frequency of memory has a relatively slight effect on overall performance and chanting for this is not particularly worth it.

Often, users who begin to understand the computer components arise about the availability of memory modules with a much higher frequency than officially supports the processor (2666-3600 MHz). For memory operation at such a frequency, it is necessary that the motherboard has the support of XMP technology (Extreme Memory Profile). XMP automatically increases the frequency of the tire so that the memory worked at a higher frequency.

6.7. Built-in video

The processor can have a built-in video card, which allows you to save on the purchase of a separate video card for office or multimedia PC (watching video, simple games). But for the game computer and editing video, you need a separate (discrete) video card.

The more expensive the processor, the more powerful the built-in video card. Among Intel processors, a powerful built-in video in Core i7, then I5, I3, Pentium G and Celeron G.

The AMD A-series processors on the FM2 + socket + built-in video gallery is more powerful than in Intel processors. The most powerful in A10, then A8, A6 and A4.

The FX processors are on AM3 + socket there is no built-in video card and based on their basis, it was used to collected inexpensive gaming PCs with a discrete video card of the middle class.

There is also no built-in video cards from most AMD processors Athlon and Phenom, and those who have it in a very old AM1 socket.

The Ryzen processors with the index g there is a built-in VEGA video card, which is two times more powerful than video catalog of processors of the past generation from the A8, A10 series.

If you are not going to buy a discrete video card, but still want to play undemanding games from time to time, it is better to give preference to Ryzen G processors. But do not expect that the built-in graphics will pull demanding modern games. Maximum for that it is capable of online games and some well-optimized games on low or medium graphics settings in HD resolution (1280 × 720), in some cases Full HD (1920 × 1080). Watch the tests of the processor you need on YouTube and understand whether it comes to you.

7. Other processor characteristics

Processors are also characterized by such parameters as manufacturing process, power consumption and heat dissipation.

7.1. Technical manufacturing

The technical process is called the technology on which processors are manufactured. Than modern equipment and production technology, those technical process thinner. From the process processor, its energy consumption and heat dissipation greatly depends. Than TechProcess Thinn, the processor will be more economical and colder.

Modern processors are manufactured by technological process From 10 to 45 nanometers (nm). The smaller this value is the better. But first of all, focus on power consumption and the heat release of the processor, which will be discussed further.

7.2. Power consumption processor

Than more quantity The cores and the frequency of the processor, the greater its power consumption. Also, energy consumption is strongly dependent on the manufacturing process. Than TechProcess thinner, the energy consumption is lower. The main thing is that it is necessary to take into account this is what powerful processor You can not install on a weak motherboard and it will require a more powerful power supply.

Modern processors consume from 25 to 220 watts. This parameter can be read on their packaging or on the manufacturer's website. In the motherboard parameters, it is also indicated for which energy consumption is calculated.

7.3. Motion processor

The heat generation of the processor is considered to be equal to its maximum power consumption. It is also measured in watts and is called Thermal Design Power (TDP) temperature pack. Modern processors possess TDP in the range of 25-220 watts. Try to choose a processor with lower TDP. The optimal range of TDP 45-95 W.

8. How to find out the characteristics of processors

All key processor characteristics, such as the number of cores, frequency and the amount of cache memory are usually indicated in the sales price records.

All parameters of a processor can be clarified on the official sites of manufacturers (Intel and AMD):

By model number or serial number It is very easy to find all the characteristics of any processor on the site:

Or simply enter the model number in search engine Google or Yandex (for example, "Ryzen 7 1800x").

9. Models of processors

Processor models change annually, so here I will not give them everything, but I will give only the series (rules) processors that change less often and for which you can easily navigate.

I recommend purchasing processors of more modern series, as they are more productive and support new technologies. The model number that comes after the name of the series is the higher the greater the frequency of the processor.

9.1. Intel processor line

Old series:

• Celeron - for office tasks (2 kernels)
• Pentium - for multimedia and gaming PCs of the initial class (2 kernels)

Modern series:

• Celeron G - for office tasks (2 kernels)
• Pentium G - for multimedia and playing PCs of the primary class (2 kernels)
• Core i3 - for multimedia and gaming PCs of the primary class (2-4 kernels)
• Core i5 - for middle class gaming PCs (4-6 cores)
• Core i7 - for powerful gaming and professional PC (4-10 cores)
• Core i9 - for heavy duty professional PCs (12-18 cores)

All Core i7 processors, i9, some Core i3 and Pentium support hyper-threading technology, which significantly increases performance.

9.2. AMD processor line

Old series:

• SEMPRON - for office tasks (2 kernels)
• Athlon - for multimedia and gaming PCs of the initial class (2 kernels)
• Phenom - for medium-class multimedia and gaming PCs (2-4 kernels)

Mechanical series:

• A4, A6 - for office tasks (2 kernels)
• A8, A10 - for office tasks and simple games (4 kernels)
• FX - for editing video and not very heavy Games (4-8 cores)

Modern series:

• Ryzen 3 - for multimedia and gaming PCs of the initial class (4 kernels)
• Ryzen 5 - for mounting video and gaming PC middle class (4-6 cores)
• Ryzen 7 - for powerful gaming and professional PC (4-8 cores)
• Ryzen ThreadRipper - for powerful professional PC (8-16 cores)

Ryzen 5, 7 and ThreadRipper processors are multithreading that with a large number of cores makes them an excellent choice for editing video. In addition, there are models with the index "X" at the end of the labeling, which have a higher frequency.

9.3. Restarting Series

It is also worth noting that sometimes manufacturers make a restart of old episodes on new sockets. For example, Intel now is Celeron G and Pentium G with embedded graphics, AMD has updated Athlon II and Phenom II processor line. These processors are a bit inferior to their more modern fellows in performance, but significantly won in price.

9.4. Core and generation processors

Together with the change of sockets, the generation of processors usually changes. For example, on a socket 1150 there were processors of the 4th generation of Core i7-4xxx, at socket 2011-3 - the 5th generation of Core i7-5xxx. When moving to Socket 1151, the Core i7-6xxx Core I7-6XXX processors appeared.

It also happens that the generation of the processor changes without a socket change. For example, at socket 1151, the Core i7-7xxx Core I7-7xxx processors came out.

Changing generations is caused by the improvement of the electronic architecture of the processor, also called the core. For example, Core i7-6xxx processors are built on the kernel with the code name Skylake, and the Core i7-7xxx core came to them on the Kaby Lake core.

The nuclei may have different differences from rather weighty, to pure cosmetic. For example, Kaby Lake differs from the previous Skylake updated embedded graphics and overclocking overclocking processors without index K.

Similarly, the cores and generations of AMD processors occurs. For example, the FX-9XXX processors have replaced the FX-8XXX processors. Their main difference is a great increasing frequency and as a result of heat dissipation. But the socket did not change, but the old AM3 + remained.

The AMD FX processors had many nuclei, the last of which Zambezi and Vishera were replaced by new significantly more perfect and productive processors Ryzen (Zen kernel) on the AM4 and Ryzen socket (the ThreadRipper core) on the TR4 socket.

10. Processor acceleration

Intel Core processors with the index "K" at the end of the labeling have a higher base frequency and unlocked multiplier. They are easy to overclock (raise frequency) to increase productivity, but will need a more expensive motherboard on the Z-series chipset.

All AMD FX and Ryzen processors can be accessed by changing the multiplier, but their overclocking potential is more comprehended. Rysen processors overclocking motherboards on B350, X370 chipsets.

In general, the possibility of overclocking makes the processor more promising, since in the future with a small lack of performance it will not be changed, but simply dispersed.

11. Packaging and cooler

Processors, at the end of the marking of which there is a word "Box", packed in a high-quality box and can be sold complete with a cooler.

But some more expensive boxing processors may not have a cooler included.

If at the end of the labeling is written "Tray" or "OEM", it means that the processor is packed in a small plastic trailer and a cooler in the kit.

Pentium type initial class processors are easier and cheaper to purchase with a cooler. But the medium or high-class processor is often more profitable to buy without a cooler and separately pick up a suitable cooler for it. The cost will come out about the same, and the cooling and noise level will be significantly better.

12. Setting up filters in the online store

1. Go to the "Processors" section on the seller's website.
2. Select manufacturer (Intel or AMD).
3. Select Socket (1151, AM4).
4. Select the processor line (Pentium, i3, i5, i7, Ryzen).
5. Sort sort the price.
6. View processors starting with cheaper.
7. Buy a processor with the maximum possible number of streams and frequency that suits you at a price.

Thus, you will get the most optimal price / performance processor that satisfies your requirements for the lowest possible cost.

13. Links

Intel Core i7 8700 processor
Intel Core i5 8600K processor
Intel Pentium G4600 processor

The article is illustrative and all you will do, do under your responsibility. I will describe in this article how to assemble the computer itself. The very first thing for which I want to pay attention to the start of the computer assembly is electrostatics, although in our time its influence is exaggerated but still.

In order to avoid unpleasant consequences from the electrostatic charge, I recommend that before starting the assembly, to thoroughly wash your hands with soap. This will remove all accumulated electrostatics.

Now you can proceed directly to the assembly, which we need from the tools. The first is the cross screwdriver is desirable with the PH2 marking, the second is nippers and screeds. I will give below the photo of the necessary tools.

For the assembly of the computer, I will use the most inexpensive case as the article rather to train newcomers than for the aesthetes of gourmets.

The first thing to do is to install the processor in the motherboard. Make it best to put the motherboard on something soft.

Famous manufacturers of motherboards, put a special soft lining here and you need to put the motherboard with the components up.

If there is no special lining, you can use the foam rubber or put the box from the motherboard. Remember what no way bend the motherboard, as it has many layers inside, in which the tracks are laid in millimeters thick.

We will proceed to install the processor.

All processors are installed in special connectors called socket. On the example, we will collect the computer with SOKET 939.

Today, no motherboards with such a socket are no longer released since it is morally outdated.

On the processor itself there is a special key of a small triangle in one of the corners. This is done to prevent improper installation. Before installing the processor, you should open the socket, for this you need to raise up a metal bar (strictly vertically).

The photo below socket is closed without a processor.

Now neatly raise the metal lever up.

raise to a strict vertical position as in the figure below

Now align the keys on the processor and SOKET E (it is clearly seen in the photo above, a triangle is drawn in the lower right corner) gently omit the processor in SOKET. The processor should easily connect to skenet. If something comes with effort, then you do something wrong. Below is a SOKET photo with a processor.

The combined keys of the SOKET A and the processor are clearly visible in the photo. Next, we close the metal latch until it clicks. See the photo below.

Now the processor is installed. You can install the cooler. Depending on the modification of SOKET, it is necessary to choose the corresponding cooler as they differ by the method of fastening.

Before installing the cooler, you should be sure that on the cooler in the place where it is adjacent to the processor, removed protective film. If the cooler is not new then it is necessary to apply the thermal colon. The new thermal coolers are already applied by the factory.

The thermalcaste is such a thick liquid similar to a thick sour cream, it is necessary to apply it to the processor, not much so much so that there would be no voids but did not fall around the edges after installing the cooler. After the thermal cooler put the cooler.

On the mounting of the cooler there is a special metal clamp in it slots. Lower the cooler on the processor and snap the clips. There are several ways to fix the cooler on everyone separately in the article on the coolers.

The next step is to connect the cooler fan. To do this, there is a special connector on the motherboard. cPU Fan.. It is usually next to the processor and find it will not be difficult.

Connect the fan connector to the motherboard. There is a special key on the fan connector so that it is not properly connected problematic. See the Picture below.

We combine keys and connect the fan.

This is completed on this processor.

Read the continuation of a series of publications dedicated.

If you want to change the processor, but you are afraid to do it yourself, and you do not trust the master, then read this article. In fact, this process is very simple and easy. The main thing is to be careful, do not rush and be attentive.
So, consider in this review How to install a processor on a computer.

"Computer hearts" are divided into two types: Intel and AMD. Therefore, before installing a PC processor, you must choose such that corresponds to the socket of your motherboard.

Installation intel processor In general, it differs little from AMD. The difference is in constructive features, but what and where to twist will become clear when you take the processor itself, cooler and see the motherboard before you. Therefore, I consider it appropriate to combine installation instructions. aMD processor and Intel.

How to install the processor

The processor is installed in a special boot socket - Pokhq. Before installing the processor on the motherboard, free the socket from the mounts. On Intel and AMD it does in different ways. But the point is that the processor socket turned out to be in full and easy accessibility. These actions should be taken carefully, without the use of excessive force.

On the processor itself, and on its socket in the board there are special keys - notation and grooves. Thanks to them, you will not get to put the processor not as it should. Before installing the processor correctly, it is necessary to orient it so that all the keys coincide with the socket.

After that, it should be carefully lowered it to the socket, and then if you correctly oriented the processor, he will enter the nest. It is strictly forbidden to apply force here, since you can bother the legs of the contacts. This will lead to long and painstaking straightenings.

After installing the processor to the computer is made, it is necessary to fix it with the same attachments from which we first freed the socket. Avoid strong pressures, and achieve a solid consolidation.

Installation of the cooling system on the processor

The processor cannot work without a cooler, otherwise he burns. On AMD and Intel, the coolers are installed in different ways, as they have a different design. But to figure out how it is done for everyone, when looking at this radiator and a fan. The essence is to use the latches that allow you to tightly press the surface of the radiator to the chip.

Do not forget about the thermal paste. Before installing the cooling system to the processor, spread the thermal power to the thin layer, and only after installing the cooler.

After installing the processor on the motherboard is manufactured, and the fan with the radiator is supplied too, you need to make a cooler power connection. In the motherboard, there is a special power connector for this. Produce incorrect connection Will not be able due to the presence of keys. Extra wire Nutritional food, so that it does not interfere with cooling and damaged from the fan blades.

This completed the installation of the processor, the video below will help to figure out the procedure more deeper.

How to change the processor

Obviously, before changing the processor on a PC, you must remove the old device. For this, everything is described above, only in reverse order. That is, first remove the fan with the radiator, then detach the processor from the socket, and take out the "heart" itself.

When the socket is free, put in it new processor, as described in the instructions above.

Before installing a processor to a computer, you may have to remove the motherboard from system Block. In order not to make any damage on it, it should be placed on something soft - for example, foam rubber. Avoid also exposure to static electricity.

On some coolers and processors there are already a layer of thermal paste. If there is a thermal panel on the processor, then it is not necessary to smear it onto the cooler. Also enclose if the thermal paste is located on the cooler. That is, avoid the double layer. In general, I would recommend you, erase the factory layer and smear my own, so that it was exactly normal.

During the installation of the processor, try to avoid touch with a socket, as this can lead to the destruction of contact legs that will be difficult to correct. The same thing happens if you are strongly pressed.

A big mistake of masters is that the forgetfulness includes a computer with a cooler, the power of which is not connected. Therefore, check before starting whether the cooling system is connected.

Remember, in one of the articles, we told,? In the article mentioned, we gave recommendations on the choice of the processor, but many newcomers after the purchase of the processor will face the problem of its installation and reinstallation. In order for this not a problem for you, we would like to tell about this process In our article.

The essence of the processor installation

In order to correctly install the processor, you need to understand the configuration of its installation, and it lies in the following. The processor is inserted into a socket, which completely repeats the layout of the legs on the processor, then the processor is reliably fixed in the socket, and the radiator with a cooler is put on top of it.

It is important to note that the cooler radiator perform the cooling function. Since in the process of its work the processor is very much heated - it needs cooling so that it is simply not burned. The metal radiator is tightly pressed against the processor, so that the processor gives part of its heat to the radiator, and he in turn is equipped with a cooler. Between the processor and the radiator there must be a layer of the thermal paste, which will create a high-quality connection and good heat transfer between these two details. Now we will tell about this in more detail.

How to install a processor

How to insert a processor in socket?
Installing the processor in itself is a very easy procedure and not so complicated, as it seems at first glance. Installing the processor will not cause any problems if you choose the processor correctly, the socket of which will correspond to the socket. It is important to note that if you install a new processor into a new motherboard, then the last one must first put on a foam rug, which is complete with it, to protect against static electricity.

In order to set the processor, it is necessary to raise up the metal lever of the processor retainer in the motherboard. In motherboards For Intel processors, it will also need to make a metal processor cover to have access to the socket. At the processor or on the cover, a plug can be installed, which will need to be removed. Motherboards for AMD processors in this plan are somewhat simpler, as it only needs to raise the retainer lever to access the socket. After the socket on the motherboard is ready to install the processor - get out of the box the processor itself and continue the installation.

New AMD processors are supplied with a thermal storage, so you will not need to apply it. At the same time, do not mind its upper (flat) part so as not to erase this thermal. The Intel processor thermalcase is also not needed, as it is also applied, but only on the front of the radiator.

Browse the location of the processor's legs and grooves that are available among them in order to determine which side to install the processor. It is possible to determine the correct position of the processor in the triangle in the corner, it should be in the same part where both the triangle on the motherboard. Intel processors have special grooves in the form of a semicircle, thanks to which you can also determine its correct placement.

When you have determined which side to insert the processor - lower it into the socket, while the legs of the processor must sow themselves into the holes, without the use of the slightest effort.

When the processor is inserted into the socket, check that it is correctly entered into it, and then drop the retainer lever down, starting it in the grooves (for AMD processors). Then take care of the processor and gently pull it on yourself to check: whether it is secure. For Intel processors, it will be necessary to lower the metal cover before lowering the lock leaving.

How to install a cooler on the processor?
When the processor is fixed, we will need to install the cooler. The installation of native coolers for AMD and Intel is significantly different from each other, and we will look at them separately.

The native cooling system from Intel has 4 legs, which are 4 holes in the motherboard. As a rule, the cooling system of the processor is set in such a way that the power of the power supply to the connection connectivity does not hide.

Attach the cooler with the radiator to the motherboard so that the attachment legs coincide with the holes for them. We press on the leg from above - and it is fixed in the hole, after which you repeat this procedure with the opposite pinned leg, and then fix the remaining 2 legs. After that, push again for each of the legs for checking the reliability of fixation. Now, holding the motherboard with your hands, pull the cooler to check whether it is fixed.

As for the fastening of the radiator and the cooling cooler for the AMD processor, it has a slightly different installation procedure. In the center of the cooling radiator there is a metal plank, which has a hole from below, and with the top with a handle with a handle. Thus, neatly apply the cooling radiator with a cooler to the processor so that the radiator mounting knob is from above, after that the lower part of the plank is in the fastening grooves that are depicted in the picture. Then we start the top of the plank in the groove and turn the latch to the left to fix the cooling system.

We check the reliability of fixation and connect the power of the cooler to the corresponding connector, after that the procedure for installing the processor and the cooling system will be completed.

How to change the processor

How to remove the processor?
Still cost a few words to say about replacing the processor. Remember that any work should be carried out only when a de-energized system unit. In order to remove the processor, you need to disconnect the cooler power, remove the cooling system in order to access the processor itself. Then the processor itself is removed.

In order to remove the cooling system from the Intel processor, you must rotate the latches on the legs counterclockwise and raise them up. In some cases, to remove the cooling system, it is necessary to retrieve the motherboard from the system unit, in order to abandon the leg locks from its back wall. In order to remove the AMD processor cooling system, you need to turn the risk in the opposite direction and remove the top part of the fixing plank, and then the bottom.

When the fasteners are removed, and before removing the cooling system, move it from side to side, since the thermal paste can firmly force the processor with the cooling radiator. You need to do it carefully with minimal effort. When the cooling system stirred - remove it. How to remove the processor - read above. When the processor is removed - be very careful, inadvertently not to drive the feet of the processor.

If you need a processor replacement, make sure that its socket corresponds to the motherboard socket, and then insert a new processor into the socket. How to do it - read above. If you want to change the thermal chaser on the processor, then below we will tell you how to do it.

How to change the thermal chaser on the processor
Replacing thermoplastics on the processor is enough simple procedure. To do this, take a cotton disk and apply alcohol on it. Using this cotton disc, remove the old thermal layer. To apply a new layer, thermal paste squeeze its small amount to the middle of the processor and evenly distribute it along the entire surface of the processor with a blade that goes in the kit. Another method is with a syringe with a uniform layer to distribute the thermal plaister over the entire surface of the processor. Try not to save a thermalist, but at the same time too much its number is also bad. Making sure that the paste is applied evenly - you can install the cooling system.