Good, I'm glad to hear Intel provided good support and not dismissed it.
Keep me updated.
Thanks a lot for all of your help Jared. What a great forum this is. :)
Day two of the new processor being in and it seems to be BSOD free so far (fingers crossed).:thumbsup2:
However, since replacing the processor and the stock HSF with the new CPU/HSF Intel sent, whilst powering on the PC (after POST), the CPU fan spins up very fast/loudly and lasts for about four seconds before reverting back to the near silent speed. Just a minor problem but somewhat annoying considering it wasn't doing it before. I am wondering if it is a problem with the fan as I've tried resetting the BIOS and also reseating the processor (even though temps are fine).
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