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Quick OS and CPU question

Dicehunter

Dicehunter

Dicehunter

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Im just wondering but is it best to format and reinstall windows when installing a new cpu or is it fine to just swap them out, would there be any benefits from formatting then reinstalling windows ?
 
No you shouldnt have to format or reinstall, just load defaults in the bios then install the new cpu. Occasionaly if its a newer cpu you might have to flash the bios on the motherboard to recognise it properly.
 
You can swop cpu's without re-install, you will proberly need to reset the CMOS before starting for the first time.
 
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