Everything About PC Motherboard

7. Install the fan. You may forget to put back or install new hardwares but you should never forget installing the fan power. Yes, you will be able to turn on your computer, but after few minutes, you will notice that your computer is producing quite an odd sound. A minute or so will pass and it shuts down. Congratulations, your computer just overheated. So, to prevent this, never forget to install the fan power.
8. Minimal installation at first. If you are trying to install an operating system, you might want to install the basics first such as memory cards, fan power, power supply and CD-ROM. With these, you may be able to setup your computer. You may add on the additional frills of your computer once setup is done.

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5. Disconnect all the wires. Of course, before doing anything else and before you start unscrewing all the parts, make sure that everything is disconnected. The least you would want is for the other parts to be damaged. The power supply is very easy to spot since the connecters are big, however, the small connectors such as the power switch or the USB connectors on the front of the CPU are barely seen.
6. Remove all the hardware. Aside from the connectors, you must also remove the hardware installed on your old motherboard. There are cases wherein hardware devices obstruct the motherboard when you try to take it out. Do not force it. Removing everything inside your CPU prior to installation is a much better idea.

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3. Find a large space for workspace. Changing a motherboard requires a lot of unscrewing the parts and so, you might want to consider doing it in a large open area. Although you might find it reasonable to open your CPU on a small table, it’s ok, as long as you can remember where you placed the screws (and as long as you won’t find it annoying to go to and fro the places where you’ve placed the parts).
4. Make the puzzle fit. Newer versions of motherboards use another kind of power supply and have a 24 pin slot for the connector. If your computer is relatively old, the cord for the power supply might only have 20 pins on it. Although it is possible to do this, it is somewhat risky since you will deliver insufficient electric supply to your motherboard.

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Changing a motherboard is very far from changing your everyday clothing. It’s much more complicated than that since you have a lot of things to consider before doing it. Here are some of the few things to do prior to changing your computer’s brain:

1. Backup all your data. When doing this, you must keep in mind to back-up everything and not just the data found in your My Documents. You might want to sift through your files once again (all of the files found in your hard drive) and backup the important ones (such as saved passwords, ISP settings, and saved games). There are programs online that might help you in your systems copying task.
2. Gather all your personal data files. Aside from backing up your documents and pictures, you must also copy all the licenses you’ve had acquired over the internet. In today’s age, we normally buy software and other gaming programs online. If you do not want to go through the hassle of contacting all your software vendors for serial code recovery, you might as well do this.

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Are you planning on buying a new motherboard for your desktop computer? Of all the new motherboard products that are found in the market, no wonder people are so confused about the right motherboard for their PCs. We all know that the CPU is synonymous to a puzzle: everything inside has to fit and be compatible with each other. You wouldn’t want your PC to crash right in front of your eyes because of incompatible computer parts. Motherboards.org will provide you with comprehensive reviews of all the available motherboards in the market. You might want to visit their site before you decide to shop for a new one.

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Storage
The latest motherboards today usually offer both IDE and SATA connectors. This is because of the rise of the new SATA drives (Serial ATA). Choosing a motherboard that supports SATA drives is a wise option.

PCI slots
Most motherboards have at least two to four PCI slots for expansion and flexibility.
Standard PCI slots designated on the board for additional enhancements like sound cards, video cards, Ethernet cards.
Most mainstream boards also have the faster version of PCI slots, the PCI Express (PCIe).
In buying a motherboard, it is best to plan what enhancements you will apply on your machine.

Know your needs, your preferences and your budget. Seek for more options and opinions from experts to see what motherboard is right for you.

Motherboard layout design
When buying a motherboard, it is imperative to consider the layout of the motherboard you will be buying. This includes the positioning of mounting holes , expansion slots, ports etc. Of course your cpu case should be compatible with the motherboard, otherwise it would not fit.

RAM slots
The number of RAM Slots should be able to accommodate your needs.

CPU socket
Be advised that in choosing your motherboard, it must be compatible with the PROCESSOR FAMILY you want to patronize. There are boards that are created exclusively selected CPU models only. Try asking the retailer/seller of the items for more information, or search for it online.

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Overall, it is safe to say that the P5N-E SLI is a great overclocker and there is definitely a lot more untapped potential. When working under standard frequencies, the P5N-E SLI works perfectly and is capable of running the pair of 8800 GTX cards with the Core 2 E6700 with no troubles.

Aside from its good performance, the P5N-E SLI does not cost much as other high end motherboards, which is one of the amazing things about it, not to mention its additional features and overclocking abilities, the P5N-E SLI clearly is a good buy. The ASUS P5N-E SLI is highly recommended to anyone looking for an affordable motherboard capable of performing high-end SLI performance.

Software (This was the Software specifications of the test)

- Microsoft Windows XP Pro (SP2)
- Intel System Drivers 7.2.2
- Nvidia nForce 680i SLI 9.53
- Nvidia nForce 650i 8.26
- Nvidia Forceware 97.92

In all the memory bandwidth tests, the ASUS P5N-E SLI did very well, it matched the ASUS 680i SLI board (P5N32-E SLI). Also, the P5N-E SLI seemed to be noticeably faster than the Gigabyte 965P-DS3P in the tests that were held. But then again, the gains achieved by the P5N-E SLI were small; this optimized memory performance might help the P5N-E SLI in real-world tests.

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This ASUS creation offers the very best performance for the LGA775 platform along with all the essential features. The P5N-E SLI costs just around $140, making it roughly $130 cheaper than the cheapest ASUS 680i SLI board (P5N32-E SLI), which were also used through the performance comparison tests. It boils down to one thing the P5N-E SLI really is an impressive motherboard

Tests were made using these specifications:

Hardware (This was the Hardware specifications of the test)

- Intel Core 2 Duo E6700 (2.66GHz) LGA775

- x2 1024MB Corsair XMS PC-6400 CAS4 Module(s)

- ASUS Striker Extreme (nForce 680i SLI)
- ASUS P5N32-E SLI (nForce 680i SLI)
- ASUS P5N-E SLI (nForce 650i SLI)
- Gigabyte 965P-DS3P (Intel 965P)

- OCZ GameXStream (700 watt)

- Seagate 250GB 7200RPM (Serial ATA II)

- ASUS GeForce 8800 GTX (768MB) SLI
- ASUS GeForce 8800 GTX (768MB) SLI

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