Upgrading my Pioneer pro

Be sure to put the latest BIOS on it if you are not already running the one dated 07/26/2010. It's best to install this whilst still on RAIDiator-x86 4.2.x as it's easier that way.

Depending how old your unit is you may/may not be able to install some CPUs that work with newer motherboards.

If you prefer we do have newer models that are good for use with Plex such as the new RN526X and RN626X. You could get one of those and use your old Pro to backup the new NAS going forward.

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JS78 wrote:

I am planning "redoing" my RDNP600E to enable it to run Plex and OS6. I have multipe people streaming from my plex server

 

However I find that availability of parts is challenging

 

I am thinking of adding a X3230 CPU  and adding GeIL Value Dual Channel GX24GB6400DC memory.

Three key questions:

1. Is the X3230 the fastest CPU I can add or are there higher rated Passmark CPUs you would recommend that will fit?
2. What cooler to put on the X3230 as stock coolers etc are no longer supplied with the CPUs I can get online?
3. Will the GeIL memory work in the box?

 

thanks for sharing your thoughts and ideas

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Hereby an update on the upgrade process. I am running successfully the 4GB dual channel GeIL memory I've bought.

I did manage to install a new Noctua CPU cooler by slighting hamering out the side of the case.

The X3230 arrived as well however I cannot get the heatsink removed from the CPU. It is completely stuck. I don't want to pull to hard as I am afraid I will break something. Does anyone have experience with this on replacing their CPU? I did try to get some dental floss between the heatsink and the CPU however I had no luck in getting it in between the both them.