Upgrading from AMD 3200+ to X2 4200

[bobbyZ34]

I've got an AMD Athlon 64 3200+ processor in my ASUS A8V Deluxe mobo. I just bought a retail X2 4200 processor and I want to swap them out. From what I understand it won't take a OS reinstall but what do I need to do to be sure it recognizes it / runs properly?

Thanks in advance, Rob

 

[Ultralight]

1. Make sure your BIOS can run an X2 processor.

2. After installing your new cpu install AMD Dual-Core Optimizer

 

[RaiderJ]

Originally posted by: Ultralight
1. Make sure your BIOS can run an X2 processor.

2. After installing your new cpu install AMD Dual-Core Optimizer

What function does that do? Something I should run if a dual-core proc is installed from the start?

 

[loafbred]

This is the guide i used when upgrading from an AMD single to dual core. It worked for me without a hitch.