CPU change (same model) require a reformat?

[Backdraft11]

Overview:

Gigabyte GA-P35-DS3L wouldn't POST, bought a new Intel DP43TF as replacement, then tested that my Q6600 (from my old Gigabyte mobo) may be defective as well. Even with the new mobo it would freeze during Windows Setup (reformatting because of new mobo). Contacted Intel and RMAed the Q6600 and it is being shipped back right now.

My dilemma is that I need to get my PC back up and working ASAP to work on some projects for school (programs/files are only on my PC), therefore I plan to buy a temporary replacement Q6600 from a local retailer in order to get it up and working, in the meantime while waiting for the RMAed Q6600 to arrive back from Intel (by then I will return the retail Q6600).

My Question:

Will changing out the CPU (say from one Q6600 to another) force me to do yet another reformat, or should I be 100% OK with Windows/programs/etc. by just replacing the CPU with another (the same model no less)? I do

Thanks a bunch, and great forums.

 

[mpilchfamily]

Only a motherboard replacement would require a fresh install. You'll be fine.

 

[cubby1223]

I just don't like the plan to screw the local retailer, they're having enough hard times as it is competing against internet retailers. You can get along with a cheap dual core celeron without having to reload Windows, assuming it's just the cpu at fault.

 

[corkyg]

In most cases I have dealt with, a CPU change will not require a reinstall. The main decider is the mobo's chipset. As long as that remains the same, it is a doable change.

 

[RadiclDreamer]

Originally posted by: cubby1223
I just don't like the plan to screw the local retailer, they're having enough hard times as it is competing against internet retailers. You can get along with a cheap dual core celeron without having to reload Windows, assuming it's just the cpu at fault.

QFT, they are not in the cpu loaning business, and you shouldnt be forcing them to be. Futhermore, I have seen exactly 1 bad cpu in my over 10 years of IT experience that wasnt from abuse/improper maintenance. Be a big boy and wait or buy a cheap celeron, dont eff the local guy

 

[jadinolf]

Originally posted by: RadiclDreamer

Originally posted by: cubby1223
I just don't like the plan to screw the local retailer, they're having enough hard times as it is competing against internet retailers. You can get along with a cheap dual core celeron without having to reload Windows, assuming it's just the cpu at fault.

QFT, they are not in the cpu loaning business, and you shouldnt be forcing them to be. Futhermore, I have seen exactly 1 bad cpu in my over 10 years of IT experience that wasnt from abuse/improper maintenance. Be a big boy and wait or buy a cheap celeron, dont eff the local guy

:thumbsup:

 

[sivart]

Originally posted by: jadinolf

Originally posted by: RadiclDreamer

Originally posted by: cubby1223
I just don't like the plan to screw the local retailer, they're having enough hard times as it is competing against internet retailers. You can get along with a cheap dual core celeron without having to reload Windows, assuming it's just the cpu at fault.

QFT, they are not in the cpu loaning business, and you shouldnt be forcing them to be. Futhermore, I have seen exactly 1 bad cpu in my over 10 years of IT experience that wasnt from abuse/improper maintenance. Be a big boy and wait or buy a cheap celeron, dont eff the local guy

:thumbsup:

Or if you really need the files from that machine and you have access to another machine (obviously, you posted here), then go to the local retailer and buy an external case for your hard drive, grab your files, work on them, etc.

When the processor comes in, put the hard drive back in your machine with the new processor and boot and work again. Plus, the case will come in handy in the future, too.

 

[jadinolf]

Or return the case for a refund.