Search results matching tag 'motherboard'

Quick memory upgrade question

CrazedEwok — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:37:13 GMT

Hey guys,

Just a really quick question here. I think everything is going to work fine, but I just wanted to ask, will G.Skill 2x 2GB DDR2 1066 be supported by an ASUS P5Q? I have my computer here running Windows XP on 2 GB RAM, but I'd like to upgrade to the 64-bit Windows 7 Ultimate with 6 GB total of RAM. I already have identical G.SKILL RAM, except it's two sticks of 1 GB (here), so that would make for a total of 6 GB. I don't see any reason why it wouldn't work, but the only reason I ask is because I didn't see it in the motherboard's compatibility list, I just wanted to check to make sure it supports 4 GB modules.

Thank you!

MSI NF980-G65 Capability Question

timrosenthal — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:06:55 GMT

Are there any incompatibilities with nVidia nForce chipsets on motherboards and ATI video cards? I just got the MSI NF980 board and I'm now wondering if there are any incompatibilies with nVidia nForce chipsets on motherboards and ATI video cards? I'm just curious because I'm looking into buying an ATI 4890 card. The motherboard has the PCI Express x16 slot the card requires, I was just curious if since the chipset is made by nVidia if there would be any incompatibilities with the ATI card.

Help with installing new graphics card

kylemc — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 05:37:02 GMT

The graphics card i am installing is a GeForce 9500 GT I am installing it on a computer with an onboard graphics card (not positive but i think that that is called an intergrated card). Anyway i was just looking for a step by step processes on how i should go about doing this. Should i uninstall old driver first then install graphics card. In the instructions it says to remove old graphics card install new card then too power up and uninstall old driver. However since this is an onboard card should i uninstall the driver first before i put new card in? i am not really to confident on the steps so if i could get some advice that would be great.

I am not sure on my specs i bought this computer for school from a friend a few years back it is a

dell dimension E520

it has a upgraded hard-drive and that is about it looks like it is about 300 GB now up intel celeron D and windows X that is all i know

Thanks fro you help

Upgrading a DIY Computer

cr101 — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 23:00:56 GMT

My brother and I recently built a computer as a DIY project. We now have $495 dollars more to spend and are hoping to upgrade the video card, motherboard (to one with 8 gb RAM), and processor (we want to upgrade to a quadcore). The computer is using an HDTV as a monitor and the video card must support HDMI or DVI output.

What would you recommend?

System Specs
Budget: $495	VGA: EVGA 01G-P3-N959-TR GeForce 9500 GT 1GB GDDR2	Monitor: 65" HDTV
MB: GIGABYTE GA-G31M-ES2L LGA 775 Micro ATX	OS: Dual boots Vista Home Premium and Ubuntu	Browser: Firefox
CPU: Intel Core Duo Core 2.66GHz 6MB Cache overclocked to 3.2GHz	Sound: Onboard	CPU Pps: Gaming
Memory: OCZ Platinum 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2	PSU: OCZ 500W	Brand: None
HD: 500 GB Seagate	Cooling: Fans	Misc:

so much confusion...

baffleboy — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:51:44 GMT

i wanted to play some simple online games (maple story, cabal, and MAYBE wow) but i have no video card, and my cpu cant handle it (well it sort of handles ms). i figured out that i have one pci express 16x slot on my mobo, and was wondering what kind of card will allow me to play games like that at DECENT speeds (like cabal on lowest quality or w/e). preferably one for under 40$?? also what do al the specs of a graphics card mean, and which are important?

ASUS M4A78T-E (PCI-E probs)

paradoxdream — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:03:00 GMT

Hi,
I have a ASUS M4A78T-E and when I installed my WinTv-HVR 1800

It changed my PCI-E speed for my video card from 16 to 8 If I take it out it goes back to 16
is their any way to fix this so I can use both HVR1800 and my 4870 and still get my 16 PCI-E on the video card?

I suspect that its doing this because I am using both PCI-E slots up but the WinTv is only a 1x PCI-E

The video card is so darn big it covers the first 1x pci-e and leaves just enough room (maybe) to use the 2nd 1x pci-e
I am afraid that is I use it that it will be to close to the Video fan and kill the 4870 over time.

so is their any way around it because I feel riped off in a way the way they make it sound on asus forums and web site is that is for when you use crossfire not how I have it set up.

Also how much of a performance hit would their be in going from PCI-E 2.0 16 to 8 using the 4870? .

ASUS MOBO

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131366

WinTV-HVR-1800

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16815116015&Tpk=wintv-hvr-1800

:SYSTEM SPECS: (all purchest from new egg)

Vista Home Prem 64bit Fully updated

Sapphire Toxic HD-4870 1 Gb 800/1000 9.7 Driver

ASUS M4A78T-E motherboard Latest BIOS

Corsair HX520W PSU

OCZ DDR3 1333 Reaper 2GB*2 (4GB)

AMD x3 720 2.8Ghz

West dig 650GB 7200RPM 16Mb cash HDD

West dig 1TB 7200RPM 8Mb cash HDD

Antec 900 case

LG dvd burner

Are my motherboard/system temperatures acceptable?

linarator — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 03:44:41 GMT

Gigabyte GA-EP45-UD3R --- Load: 48C, sometimes higher --- Idle: 37-40C

Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 --- Load: 40C max --- Idle: 25-30C

EVGA GTX 260 Superclocked Edition --- Idle: ~40C --- Load ~65C max

Quick summary: Are my motherboard numbers acceptable and/or what is the acceptable temperature range for my motherboard?

Hi,

I am getting what I feel to be overtly high system temperatures and am wondering if anyone knows what the acceptable range is for my motherboard (Gigabyte GA-EP-45-UD3R). Idling my system temp. reports in at 37-40 C, and under load gets as high as 48 C, and even higher if I don't crank up my GTX 260 fan and my heatsink's fan (Zalman 9500A 92mm). My CPU is always running happily with idle coming in at 25-30C and under load never above 40C. My GTX 260 runs around 42C idle and under load as high as 65C. I have noticed a relation to how hot my GTX is running and my system temp. Is it possible the temperature monitor is close to the card and reports higher than actual temps?

As far as cooling, I have two 92mm fans pointing directly at my motherboard (one above the CPU and one above the GPU), and two 120mm fans pulling hot air out from the rear. Their is also one 92mm fan in its own area for the HD's (case: Chieftec Bravo BA-01B-B-B).

So to restate my question, are these numbers acceptable and/or what is the acceptable temperature range for my motherboard?

Thank you so much in advance, I truly appreciate any help anyone can offer!

Regards,
-linarator

ASUS nVidia AMD iii X3 / 720 Motherboards

jallard — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 02:49:06 GMT

I am in the market for a new motherboard. Supposedly ASUS is the best? If that’s the case –albeit good, bad or indifferent I want to know?!? I am looking for an upgradable nVidia AMD iii X3 / 720 motherboard combo. I have a budget of $250. Keep in mind that I do graphics and a little gaming. Any suggestions?

A friend tells me that I should look for a motherboard that is processor upgradable for a lest the next couple of years. I know how to install them. I just don't know much about them. I barely know where the BIOS is. Keep in mind too that I am going to install Windows 7 64-bit in October. I am currently using Vista 64-bit. Thanks.

Respectfully,

Jallard

Motherboard Issues

ibthevivin — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 23:10:27 GMT

I have a motherboard with the dimension 12" x 16". Does anyone know the proper name for this motherboard?

It goes into a Dell Precision Workstation 670. I'm looking for a replacement case but I coudn't find one on Newegg. I need helping finding a server chassis or desktop case for this motherboard.

HELP!

Sincerely,

ibthevivin

Specs of system http://www.dell.com/downloads/global/products/precn/en/spec_precn_670_en.pdf

Motherboard for Sony vaio pcg 7113L????

cdc331 — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 02:28:29 GMT

A little over a month ago, I spilled a drink on a friend's laptop. It worked fine until a couple of days ago when it stopped turning on and started making a loud beeping noise. She took it to IT services at our school and they said that the motherboard had liquid damage and was corrupt. I looked on New Egg, but found no results under "Sony vaio pcg 7113L motherboard" I was wondering if there was a compatible motherboard available on NewEgg and if not, where I should purchase one. I need one that is good and has a warranty, but is also reasonably priced.

Thanks!