Is it possible to use an Intel Q8400 CPU in my ASUS P5N-EM HDMI mobo?

Question

I have an ASUS P5N-EM HDMI motherboard. Currently, it's using an oldish P4 cpu. Works fine.

I just received a spankin' new Core2 Quad Processor Q8400 a few mins ago. Unopened, in the box.

I have no idea if this cpu will work in my motherboard. My motherboard is a Socket LGA775, though. I'm running the latest BIOS (for my mobo) which is version 4.01. That said, I don't think the CPU is listed on any documentation. I'm worried that it won't work .. and if so .. why would that be?! The mobo is around 8 months old, i think.

Thoughts?

Answer 1

The processor probably just wasn't out when the motherboard was made, it should work fine.

CONFIRMED: It's compatible with all Core 2 Quad processors.

Answer 2

Confirmed from the ASUS page for your board:

LGA775 Intel® Core™2 Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processors in LGA775 package. It also can support Intel® next generation 45nm Multi-Core CPU.

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The CPU-Upgrades list for your motherboard: ASUS P5N-EM HDMI,
last updated Mar 2, 2009, does not show Q8400, though it shows E8400.

Answer 3

Here's NewEgg.com's product page for this motherboard. It looks like you should be able to use your new CPU!

Here are the Cliff's Notes:

Supported CPU
CPU Socket Type     LGA 775
CPU Type    Core 2 Quad / Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Duo
FSB     1333/1066MHz
Supported CPU Technologies  Hyper-Threading Technology

-JFV