amd 350 -> amd 500

[samura]

I 've recently adquired an AMD 500 cpu. Can I use my old AMD 350 cooler & fan with it, or do I need to buy a new one?

[sxamiga]

Yes, you should be able to. As long as your AMD 500 isn't an Athlon. Those require a different fan than the K6 2 (AMD 350s etc.) do.
sincerely,
sx/amiga

[Enigma1982]

Originally posted by samura
I 've recently adquired an AMD 500 cpu. Can I use my old AMD 350 cooler & fan with it, or do I need to buy a new one?
I think you should buy new cooler & fan............
Because your new AMD 500 must hotter than your old one..........
Maybe your old cooler can't handle it................

[cluthu]

At the very least you might want to try cleaning the dust and debris from your current fan. Often you'll find it can lower your temperature and make the fans a wee bit quieter.