Can I fit this processor in my old Compaq? If so, how exactly?

My Compaq Deskpro has a Pentium III, but can I safely add the following and, if so will it work OK?

And how do I add it on, please? Is it an external plug 'n' play, or do I fiddle with the innards somehow?

This is the specs of processor I have my eye on (with a link to the product page(s) at the end.

Processor

Type / Form Factor AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800+

Multi-Core Technology Dual-Core

64-bit Computing Yes

Processor Qty 1

Clock Speed 2 GHz

Compatible Processor Socket Socket AM2

Cache Level 1 Size 256 KB

Core Voltage 1.2 V/1.25 V

Manufacturing Process 90 nm

Thermal Design Power 65 W

Thermal Specification 72 掳C

Architecture Features HyperTransport technology, AMD64 technology, integrated memory controller, Enhanced Virus Protection

Cache Memory

Installed Size L2 Cache - 1 MB ( 2 x 512 KB )

Expansion / Connectivity

Compatible Slots 1 x processor - Socket AM2

Miscellaneous

Package Type AMD Processor in a Box (PIB)

http://www.komplett.co.uk/k/ki.asp?sku=3...

Can I fit this processor in my old Compaq? If so, how exactly?norton 2008

sorry mate, not a chance!

if only it was that easy.

instead you will need to upgrade your motherboard, power supply and ram also.

the motherboard you need will cost around 拢60 to 拢120, the ram between 拢30 and 拢150 depending on how much you want, and your going to need a minimum of 600watt power supply at a cost of around 拢50.