How/ Can I /Should I set up my AP400 as a dual processor system? 1

[rjkrash]

I recently upgraded to WinXP PRO and while happy with the new OS was thinking I needed more horsepower in the form of Memory and CPU speed. I have an Compaq AP400 (P3/450MHz 128MB) and found great prices for 512Mb memory and an upgrade to P3/700MHz.
I got to thinking that since the AP400 is dual processor capable I should take advantage and put the new P3/700 as the 2nd processor. (Intel recommends that the processor with the lowest feature-set be the Bootstrap Processor).
My questions are:
1. Does this sound like a good idea to you?
2. Are there any gotchas (e.g. HAL issues)
3. Will I get any bang for these bucks if I use dual processors?
4. Can I even use 2 processors of different speeds in the same machine?

Your thoughts would be appreciated.

 

[ngagne]

Can't - your processors must be identical.

Nate Gagne

 

[rjkrash]

Thanks, I suspected as much. Do you have any experience with dual processors. I got the P3/700 for only $135 and could buy another (I love messing with this stuff thats why my handle is rjKRASH LOL ) but was really wondering if it would be worth it.

 

[Guest_imported]

yes, you have to have the same type of processor when going to dual processors. If you really want more speed you would get it by upgrading to a p3 700mhz, and definitely by going to duals. Also upgrading that ram will make a big difference as well, but when your main focus is speed then you want to think about the speed of you ram or cache.