You may not know the detailed configuration of your computer, but there are several PC components that you should be aware of. One of these components is the central processing unit. The parameters for it are specified in the system requirements for any software. Also, when choosing other components for your computer, you must match them with the capabilities of your processor.
Necessary
- - a computer with Windows OS;
- - CPUID CPU-Z program.
Instructions
Step 1
There are several ways to find out your processor model. The simplest of them is to look at the packaging for it. But if you bought an already assembled computer, then you may not have it. In some cases, the processor model can be viewed in the warranty certificate if it contains a description of each individual component of your computer.
Step 2
Also, on some brands of motherboards, the processor model is indicated during system boot. But since this screen is shown for only a few seconds, you may not have time to view the information you need.
Step 3
Among other ways to find out information about the processor model, one can mention the use of standard operating system tools. Right-click on the My Computer icon. A context menu will appear. From this menu, select Properties. A window will pop up with basic information about your system. In this window, you can also view information about the processor model.
Step 4
You can also use this method. Click Start. Select "All Programs", then - "Standard". In standard programs, click on "Command Prompt". At the command prompt, type dxdiag and press Enter.
Step 5
In the System Information section, locate the Processor component and view information about its model. If necessary, you can save data about your system to a text document. To do this, at the bottom of the window, click on the "Save all information" button. In the window that appears, enter the names of the document and select a location to save the file. Then click "Save".
Step 6
You can also use the CPUID CPU-Z program. It's easy to find it on the internet. The utility weighs only a few megabytes. Plus it's free. Install the program. Start it up. The first window that opens will contain details about your processor. In the Name line, you can find information about its model. Below this line, you will find information about other processor parameters.
