So here's where I'm at on this.
Got my other computer from the garage set up so I can at least communicate and look at pics I've taken of the cpu.
I think I've got them pretty straight, but, one of 'em spins when I go to straighten it. (sigh)
I can't see tossing this box, it's just got too much good stuff in it.
I'm going to try to take the heat sink off and try inserting the cpu to see if it will work. Worth a try IMHO.
If I just replace the cpu, what would be an 'plug and play' replacement upgrade?
I assume a cpu/ MOBO combo is a cpu on a mother board, correct?
I'm really starting to appreciate how fast my old computer is compared to my old old computer. sheesh this thing is slow.