Intel Northwood processors - Virtual Dr Forums-Computer Tech Support

Raydee · #1 February 20th, 2003, 10:07 AM

I am looking to get a Intel P4 2.4g northwood processor for my PC and I just wanted to make sure that the northwood isn't some cheap version or something.

**ski** · #2 February 20th, 2003, 10:25 AM

It's a good one.
But look for the P4 2.4B which can run on a 533MHz FSB, instead of the 2.4A which runs only on a 400MHz FSB.

Raydee · #3 February 20th, 2003, 10:35 AM

Here is what it is:

On Sale! Intel Pentium 4 2.4BGHz 512K 533MHz CPU Northwood P478 Processor Retail Box
Specifications:
CPU: Pentium 4 P4 2.4BGHz Northwood
Type: Northwood
Cache: 512K
BUS: 533MHz
Socket: P4 478
Retail Box (with Heatsink and fan) Model#: BX80532PE2400D

**ski** · #4 February 20th, 2003, 10:46 AM

That's the one.
Just make sure it's compatible with your MB.

MPTech · #5 February 21st, 2003, 03:31 AM

Got it! LIKE IT!

Raydee · #6 February 21st, 2003, 10:25 PM

What is the diff between this processor and the regular P4 2.4?

**wonderinguy34** · #7 February 22nd, 2003, 01:48 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Raydee
What is the diff between this processor and the regular P4 2.4?

Bus speed you want the 533mhz bus not the 400mhz version .

Raydee · #8 February 22nd, 2003, 07:09 AM

Ok, I ordered one yesterday along with a new Asus mainboard. It should be quite a jump from the P2 400 system I am running now!

Once I get the new stuff will i have to reformat my Windows drive since the board will be different?

**Sarrkazztic** · #9 February 22nd, 2003, 08:05 AM

It is always best to do a clean install....unless you are using very very similar boards....and I can tell you jumping from a 400mhz to a 2.4ghz...there is not going to be anything similar on that board...so yes do a format and clean install......and get ready to zoom...that thing will fly compared to the old 400

MPTech · #10 February 22nd, 2003, 03:43 PM

Make sure your new mobo supports the 533 FSB if you're getting the 2.4b. Most do these days, but it would be a bummer to find out it doesn't!

I got the ASUS P4PE/L for mine. Works well, just having difficulty find PCI drivers (or whatever they are called for the mobo) that works with W98. But WinXP loaded very well. (I'm trying to run a dual boot).

Good luck!

**kallikru** · #11 February 22nd, 2003, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Raydee
What is the diff between this processor and the regular P4 2.4?

P4 Northwood IS a regular P4. But it comes in versions...400 MHz FSB and 533 MHz FSB.

Raydee · #12 February 22nd, 2003, 07:27 PM

Thanks I actually meant to ask the diff between the 2.4 and the 2.4B but I have found out that the B is the new 533 FSB.

Patrick T. Kelly · #13 February 22nd, 2003, 11:11 PM

I recently got the P4-2.4b and if you're planning on using the same case get some fans. It runs hot.

Raydee · #14 February 22nd, 2003, 11:31 PM

I don't think i will have a problem in the heat area. I currently have 7 fans in my case because my 400 ran hot too. I do think i may need to upgrade my power supply though. I am using a 300watt so I may upgrade to a 400 watt. I do have a brand new case too but it is a little large for my computer desk so I am going to stick with my original case.

Raydee · #15 March 1st, 2003, 12:26 AM

WOW, its all in and it flies!