AM2+ ?

from what i have read about the new AMD phenom the socket is AM2+. is this a different socket then AM2. and if it is a different socket will the processor be backwards compatable with a regular AM2 socket?

also here is a link for the phenom info that i was using
http://www.feedthegeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/05/4622_large_stars_list.png

 

yes the new socket AM2+ cpu will be able to use it on AM2 mobo, but AM2 cpu wont be ab;e to use it on AM2+ mobo...but if you do use a AM2+ cpu on a AM2 Mobo, it wont be able to produce its full performance, b/c you're limiting it, e.g HT3

 

ok thanks

 

It'll work either way round, just bear in mind the new processors will be faster.

 

yes thats right i'm just dragging the answer...dont know what i was thinking back then