Intel adds CPU socket sticker on its boxes

Posted on Tuesday, Aug 11 2009 @ 00:40 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

TPU noticed the boxes of Intel's new processors now come with a sticker that indicates which socket the chip uses. This should make things a bit easier for customers.

Intel for now seems to have come up with a solution. Boxes of Core series processors will have a badge on the lower right corner that tells exactly which socket the processor works on, and which model the processor is.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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