Yes, you can install an Xeon E3 1220 v2 processor on a Dell OptiPlex 3010.

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Yes, you can install an Xeon E3 1220 v2 processor on a Dell OptiPlex 3010.

ArabellaHodges
Junior Member

05-30-2016, 08:44 PM

Sure, you can upgrade your i3 2100 to a compatible xeon e3 1220 processor. Just check compatibility and ensure the new CPU fits your motherboard.

ArabellaHodges

05-30-2016, 08:44 PM #1

Sure, you can upgrade your i3 2100 to a compatible xeon e3 1220 processor. Just check compatibility and ensure the new CPU fits your motherboard.

OcelotNinja
Member

116

06-13-2016, 08:45 AM

Plug it in and verify compatibility with the BIOS.

OcelotNinja

06-13-2016, 08:45 AM #2

Plug it in and verify compatibility with the BIOS.

hyperdrive57
Member

06-13-2016, 03:54 PM

Update your BIOS first, verify your CPU cooler is adequate, and then replace the CPUs.

hyperdrive57

06-13-2016, 03:54 PM #3

Update your BIOS first, verify your CPU cooler is adequate, and then replace the CPUs.

Raqet
Member

222

06-20-2016, 11:12 PM

According to common reports, Dell prevents Xeons from functioning in Optiplexes. I tested this with a 3010 running Sandy Bridge a few years ago, and it wouldn’t start even after a BIOS update.

Raqet

06-20-2016, 11:12 PM #4

According to common reports, Dell prevents Xeons from functioning in Optiplexes. I tested this with a 3010 running Sandy Bridge a few years ago, and it wouldn’t start even after a BIOS update.