Solve : Socket differences??

1.	Solve : Socket differences??
Answer» Can anyone tell me if there is any difference between AMD AM2+ and AM3 sockets? I seem to be GETTING CONFLICTING info on these, as I have an AM2+ Mobo, and am considering buying an AM3 processor. Any help would be appreciated. Many thanks AlexmaWhat is your motherboard and how OLD is it, what CPU are you using and what are you thinking of upgrading to?. Most AM2+ boards will take AM3 processors but will need a BIOS update to recognize and run it.Thanks for your input. Specs as per 'specs' in post. I was thinking of going for the Phenom X4 CPU group of processers. I have an Asus M3A mobo, but am not SURE (& cannot identify it further,as all the manual says is it is 'M3A') I think it MAY be a '78' but I'm not sure) I can give the serial No if required. It is an AM2+ socket though, that I am sure of. Regards AlexmaSorry Alan2273, Mobo is about 16 months old.

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