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Swapping CPUs

Swapping CPUs

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KARLEISHAK
Member
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05-08-2021, 03:07 PM
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I’ve tested several configurations from scratch, but I haven’t changed CPUs during swaps. It’s safe to replace the i7-10700K with the i7-11700K while keeping the rest of the system unchanged. You should experience a smooth boot process without issues. No extra steps needed—just swap and test. Thanks!
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KARLEISHAK
05-08-2021, 03:07 PM #1

I’ve tested several configurations from scratch, but I haven’t changed CPUs during swaps. It’s safe to replace the i7-10700K with the i7-11700K while keeping the rest of the system unchanged. You should experience a smooth boot process without issues. No extra steps needed—just swap and test. Thanks!

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Bibble_Ele
Senior Member
447
05-23-2021, 03:26 PM
#2
Upgrade to the latest version; 11th generation is no longer worth it today.
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Bibble_Ele
05-23-2021, 03:26 PM #2

Upgrade to the latest version; 11th generation is no longer worth it today.

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SkyMaster280
Member
214
05-25-2021, 09:40 AM
#3
It’s easy to replace them; just confirm your BIOS is current before proceeding.
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SkyMaster280
05-25-2021, 09:40 AM #3

It’s easy to replace them; just confirm your BIOS is current before proceeding.

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Dolphinpokemon
Member
168
05-29-2021, 06:26 AM
#4
He seems hesitant about replacing the entire motherboard. Different chip generations use different socket types—12th gen uses LGA1700, while 10th and 11th use LGA1200.
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Dolphinpokemon
05-29-2021, 06:26 AM #4

He seems hesitant about replacing the entire motherboard. Different chip generations use different socket types—12th gen uses LGA1700, while 10th and 11th use LGA1200.

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Zhyreox
Junior Member
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05-30-2021, 05:28 PM
#5
I found another LGA 1200 MB unit at a reasonable price on the 11th generation chip—perfect for upgrading to support PCIe 4 and potentially creating a second machine if the installation goes smoothly. Appreciate your assistance!
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Zhyreox
05-30-2021, 05:28 PM #5

I found another LGA 1200 MB unit at a reasonable price on the 11th generation chip—perfect for upgrading to support PCIe 4 and potentially creating a second machine if the installation goes smoothly. Appreciate your assistance!