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AMD Phenom II X4 965 3.4 GHz Socket AM3 desktop CPU HDX965FBK4DGM, 125W

Here is a Socket AM3 quad-core CPU from AMD running at 3400 MHz. This one is known as a Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition. AMD's part number is HDZ965FBK4DGM. "Black Edition" means that it has an unlocked multiplier, for flexibility in overclocking.

It uses the "Deneb" core and 45 nanometer traces. It includes 2MB of L2 cache, plus 6MB of L3 cache. It includes its own memory controller for DDR2 or DDR3 SDRAM with a 2.0 GHz Hyper Transport Link. It draws 125W of power. If you have a socket AM3 motherboard, it also supports DDR3 memory, and works with DDR2 memory in a compatible Socket AM2+ motherboard.

This CPU is compatible with most AMD socket AM3 systems (and many socket AM2+ desktop systems), but the buyer should check their system documentation for compatibility. Some motherboards can not handle a 125W CPU. A BIOS upgrade may be necessary. If you are not sure, ask me. I would rather tell you "no" than waste our time for a return over compatibility. Do NOT order this CPU for use in a Hewlett Packard or Acer PC.

You will receive only the CPU as pictured here (but not the exact one). A heatsink and a fan are required but not included with this item. If you need a small tube of thermal paste, just let me know at the time of payment.

Your CPU will arrive working with pins straightened and as pictured. I have made sure it will drop into a socket AM3, and have inserted the pins in a protective foam pad and enclosed it in a plastic clamshell for shipping.

I welcome questions from interested bidders and offer a 30 day return privilege.

General information
Type	CPU / Microprocessor
Market segment	Desktop
Family	AMD Phenom II X4
Model number ?	965
CPU part numbers	HDZ965FBK4DGM is an OEM/tray microprocessor HDZ965FBGMBOX is a boxed microprocessor with fan and heatsink
Stepping codes	AACAC AC CACAC AC CACDC AC CACYC AC
Frequency ?	3400 MHz
Bus speed ?	667 MHz Memory controller One 2000 MHz 16-bit HyperTransport link (4 GT/s)
Clock multiplier ?	17
Package	938-pin organic micro-PGA
Sockets	Socket AM2+ Socket AM3
Introduction date	November 4, 2009
Price at introduction	$195
Architecture / Microarchitecture
Microarchitecture	K10
Platform	Dragon
Processor core ?	Deneb
Core stepping ?	RB-C3
CPUID	100F43
Manufacturing process	0.045 micron silicon-on-insulator (SOI) technology 758 million transistors
Die size	258mm²
Data width	64 bit
The number of CPU cores	4
The number of threads	4
Floating Point Unit	Integrated
Level 1 cache size ?	4 x 64 KB 2-way set associative instruction caches 4 x 64 KB 2-way set associative data caches
Level 2 cache size ?	4 x 512 KB 16-way set associative exclusive caches
Level 3 cache size	Shared 6 MB 48-way set associative cache
Cache latency	3 (L1 cache)
Virtual memory	256 TB
Multiprocessing	Uniprocessor
Features	MMX instructions Extensions to MMX 3DNow! technology Extensions to 3DNow! SSE / Streaming SIMD Extensions SSE2 / Streaming SIMD Extensions 2 SSE3 / Streaming SIMD Extensions 3 SSE4a AMD64 / AMD 64-bit technology EVP / Enhanced Virus Protection AMD-V / AMD Virtualization technology
Low power features	Cool'n'Quiet 3.0 CoolCore Technology Dual Dynamic Power Management Core C1 and C1E states Package S0, S1, S3, S4 and S5 states
Integrated peripherals / components
Integrated graphics	None
Memory controller	The number of controllers: 1 Memory channels: 2 Channel width (bits): 72 Supported memory: DDR2-1066, DDR3-1333 DIMMs per channel: up to 2 Maximum memory bandwidth (GB/s): 21.3
Other peripherals	HyperTransport 3 technology
Electrical / Thermal parameters
V core	0.825V - 1.4V
Maximum operating temperature	55°C - 62°C
Thermal Design Power	125 Watt

The processor you are purchasing is a delicate part which two different people have inspected. Each of them was able to insert this CPU into an appropriate socket, but we probably have more experience than you. Please do not be offended if we include some installation instructions.

Here's the technique we use to straighten pins. It requires sunlight, a magnifier, a utility blade and perhaps a safety pin. First, hold the CPU at about a 10 degree angle to the socket and see if you can insert the outer row of pins for only one edge. If you feel any resistance, do not push down. The resistance point helps you locate the troublesome area. Use the utility blade along the sides of the pins to push up any pin that isn't upright. (If the pin is almost flattened you can raise up the end by inserting a safety pin underneath it and lifting the back of the safety pin). Then use the side of the utility blade to make the CPU pin stand up perpendicular to the base, in a line the other pins in that row. Try to avoid any pressure near the base of the pin (which is where they break off). Repeat this process for each of the 4 edges. Then decrease the angle so the inner rows of pins go in the holes and on all 4 sides. Again, try to locate any resistance points for each side and repeat as necessary. Eventually you should be able to use the CPU. Do not spend too much time on this.