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    Problems upgrading CPU on 6860fx, to a T9300

    Discussion in 'Gateway and eMachines' started by Narukari, Sep 23, 2008.

  1. Narukari

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    For some reason, whenever I insert the new processor and turn on the computer, it wont even get to the gateway logo. This is what it says on the top of the new processor

    INTel H C '06
    5013A898 SLAYY




    FF00576T9300
    2.50/6M/800

    Also, whenever I put in the old processor, it boots up fine.

    Anybody have any idea whats going on?
     
    Narukari, Sep 23, 2008
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    could be a defective chip. will it let you access bios with the new chip in? or does it not even load that far into it, if thats the case probably would be better to send it back for a new one.
     
    stormgraphicdesigns, Sep 23, 2008
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  3. Narukari

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    Yea, the lcd wont even turn on.
     
    Narukari, Sep 23, 2008
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    Check for broken pins. I am not sure if a BIOS update is necessary to support Penryns.
     
    Andy, Sep 23, 2008
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  5. Narukari

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    Where should I check for a bios update?

    I hope its not a defective chip, I've gone through hell trying to deal with this kind of stuff on ebay.
     
    Narukari, Sep 23, 2008
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  7. Narukari

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    I'll try that, it's definitly a later version than what I have right now.
     
    Narukari, Sep 23, 2008
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    first off, im thinking the t9300 might not be compatible, or rather fully compatible. correct me if im wrong. otherwise the chip either got screwed from static electricity, or was bad from the start. where did u get it from?
     
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  9. Narukari

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    Narukari, Sep 23, 2008
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    The T9300 works fine in the 6860. There are a couple peeps here running it.

    OP, I'm hoping I'm wrong, but it sounds like a bad chip.
     
    Dook, Sep 23, 2008
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    Nope, upgrading the bios didn't help it. I'm guessing it's probably a bad chip then. Do I just cut my losses and look for another chip? or is there any chance of getting a refund?

    Yea, I'll probably go for a brand new one this time, but gotta wait till my next couple paychecks roll around.
     
    Narukari, Sep 23, 2008
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  13. BigHops323

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    talk to the seller, there should be some type of "this will work" warranty
    found this in the link you posted:

    Item must be returned within:

    7 Days

    Refund will be given as: Money Back

    Return policy details: All Non DOA returns subject to 20% restock fee. Shipping and handling not refundable.
     
    BigHops323, Sep 23, 2008
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  14. stormgraphicdesigns

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    try to get a refund, any good ebay seller will let you return a defective item
     
    stormgraphicdesigns, Sep 23, 2008
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    This does sound like a deffective chip. I put a t9300 in my P6860 and it took all of 10 minutes,with no issue's then or since (6 months ago). You can also go through Ebay to try and get your money back if the seller gives you a hard time about it. Check out how much insurance that he carries on his items. If he carries more than you paid then your golden,that is, if you paid with paypall. If you paid with a credit card go through the credit card company. The process with Ebay is a little involved, they make you jump through many hoops, but at least you can get your money back.
    Seanno
     
    seanno, Sep 24, 2008
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    That or he's... y'know, tried to remove the thermal glue >_>

    Anyway, as was mentioned, be sure to scan the chip wiuth utmost scrutiny for bent pins, I had to straighten one on Old chippy, but ... erm let's just say that was the least of his problems :p
     
    StealthArcher, Sep 24, 2008
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  18. Kamin_Majere

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    Yep sounds like a bum chip, deffinatly a "get your money back" situation

    If not file a grievance with Paypal and let them do the running for you


    I thought i heard one time that the SLAYY chips were defective or had alot of problems. It might have just been a rumor i had heard on the boards though.
     
    Kamin_Majere, Sep 24, 2008
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    i heard that as well.... that's why i made sure i got the model i listed. (slaqg)
     
    Johnksss, Sep 24, 2008
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  20. Dook

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    HAHA! Indeed.
     
    Dook, Sep 24, 2008
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    yeah...i didn't know that...
    i was just looking at my box and the package date is 1/28/08. wonder where that fell in at.....
     
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    Looking at the Intel site, it appears the primary difference between the various T9300 versions is the VID voltage range.

    SLAQG: 1.062 - 1.150
    SLAYY: 1.050 - 1.137
    SLAZB: 1.000 - 1.250
    SLAPV: 1.000 - 1.250

    Otherwise, I didn't see any differences. I didn't read the technical documents, so there may be other differences...

    My previous post was from my recollection at the time of my purchase (in June/July). I don't remember where I found the information that made me choose the SLAYY. Both it and another version were available for about the same price.
     
    Tybalt39, Sep 24, 2008
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  24. Johnksss

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    and if that isn't one thing... i just found out that cpuz 143 and above show the wrong voltage apparently, but yet it doesn't match what is on the intel site either.....
     
    Johnksss, Sep 24, 2008
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  25. narsnail

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    it shows desktop volatges, as flipfire said earlier :)
     
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  26. Narukari

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    Well, I talked to the person who sold me the chip and he agreed that it is probably a defective chip, and is giving me a full refund ^_^. So I'm a happy camper for today and will probably be searchin ebay for another chip next week.
     
    Narukari, Sep 25, 2008
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    Congrads. Glad everything worked out for you and wish you the best in finding your dream CPU :D
     
    Kamin_Majere, Sep 25, 2008
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    Good news. I bought a chip off of ebay a few years back that never showed up but I got a refund after dispute through paypal. It's good to know that the seller is reputable so you don't have to deal with the same hassel.
     
    WarlordOne, Sep 25, 2008
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    good seller, its hard finding sellers that will help instead of argue.
     
    stormgraphicdesigns, Sep 25, 2008
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    Cool! Glad you got it all worked out! Once you get one that works, it's gonna be worth the wait! :)
     
    Dook, Sep 25, 2008
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    anyone in here have the 6831fx bios and if so...might i trouble you for a backup of it.

    narsnail: i just seen you have a 6831.... is your bios still 94.26?
     
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  33. royk50

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    i have it let me know what to do, however only tomorrow will have time for it
     
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    nope, I flashed the newest one, 94. 28 i think?
     
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    have you noticed any performance drops?

    edit:did you back up your old bios first?
     
    Johnksss, Sep 25, 2008
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    nope, I have had no probs, and no i didnt bak my old one up
     
    narsnail, Sep 25, 2008
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    k, thank you sir.

    had someone looking for the original bios file and i was trying to help them out.
     
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  38. Narukari

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    No, I avoid purchasing anything $100 or more of someone with low rep.

    Also, I would probably avoid buying a refurbished/used processor in the future. Not anything wrong with the sellers, but too many things can happen between buying the cpu and having it arrive. I like having a nice big Intel box around the lil cpu.
     
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    k, cool..

    oh yeah. i have a nice big open intel box covering a nice slightly used t9300.

    lol

    yeah, i had bought that chip retail
     
    Johnksss, Sep 25, 2008
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  40. Narukari

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    Ok, now that I got my refund for my T9300, I've been searchin around ebay and havent found many other T9300 to buy, but I did find this that catches my eye.

    http://cgi.ebay.com/Intel-Core-2-Extreme-Mobile-Processor-X9000-NEW-TOP_W0QQitemZ170265718562QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item170265718562&_trkparms=72%3A1205%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

    Just want to doublecheck here again before I press the purchase button, this x9000 is compatable with the 6860fx chipset right?

    And I'm not overlooking anything else important I hope. ^_^
     
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  41. royk50

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    it is compatible however the price will rise it has 2 more days. the 360$ one is well priced. just email him about what happens in case of doa.

    its an es but thats not an issue.
     
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  42. Narukari

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    Yea, I just saw the $360 one, I think I will pick up one of those and see how far my luck rolls. I'm already slavering over the 2.8-3.0 ghz in my 6860fx
     
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    Yea, buy that beyotch. Like now. You wont regret it.
     
    Dook, Sep 30, 2008
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  44. Narukari

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    Well, it's been a while but I finally got my x9000 in the mail. Put some AS5 on it and installed it perfectly, and it works like a charm.

    Everything is so much faster now that its installed. About 5-10 more fps in crysis.

    Just thought I'd let everybody know that my troubles are over, and if anybody has any other suggestions now that my cpu is installed I'll still keep track of any replies here.
     
    Narukari, Oct 10, 2008
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    glad all went well!!

    now go and show out for family and friends!..lol
     
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    congrats. enjoy
     
    royk50, Oct 10, 2008
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