When bilding a custom computer the CPU and motherboard are the two most important components. The main focus in deciding what type of motherboard is narrowing down which specific processor that will be installed. The faster the CPU then the more options become available, thus most manufacturers will supply appropriate options. At NTCPU we go into this in depth in our eBook about building CUSTOM CPU's. A recommende brand is ASUS due to their constant efforts to be a leader and also ading newer technologies as standards at affordable prices.
The argument is everlasting about what would be considered best for gaming, but I will attempt to give you tactical information. The Intel based setup has the better stepping technology in terms of calculations per second, but it was mainly designed to multitask and run operating system data across networks. Since Intel is better suited to NVidia graphics systems, the partnership can prove to be quite vigorous for hardcore gamers.
Although, AMD and ATI have worked hand in hand for quite a number of years and they have the better partnership, therefore as a gaming system, it would be quite formidable against even a top spec Intel based setup. My personal choice is the latter, as I only run a small home network of 4 computers and my personal graphic and audio demands are quite high. If they were higher for faster file processing and better data management than gaming, multimedia and graphics, then I would lean more towards Intel and NVidia.
The chipset is a part of a motherboard. One has no purpose without the other.
ASUS Crosshair III Formula AM3 AMD 790FX ATX AMD Motherboard.
Intel.
Yes, as long as you are not into overclocking.
Grey wire is used to report to the motherboard that the PSU has passed all tests and ready to work. Some motherboards have hard times recognizing good signal, as result the motherboard will not start.
The ASUS P7P55DX Deluxe Motherboard is generally a very good multi-tasking motherboard.
There is no good way to test a CPU without putting it onto a compatible motherboard.
It tells the motherboard that the "Power is Good". PG stands for Power Good.
The Gigabyte Ga-P55 is a great board for gaming.
The motherboard is main part of CPU. All parts do connect with motherboard.
The Z9PE-D8 WS is a type of socket that will work with an Asus motherboard. These motherboards can be purchased from all good repair electronic stores.
It doesn't do a lot of good if it isn't connected to the computer.
If the fan is spinning then the problematic parts are either the CPU or Motherboard. One way to test is to put the CPU on a good motherboard, and put a good CPU on the trouble PC's motherboard. This will eliminate the part you need to fix your PC. Then replace the broken part with a new one.
I'm sorry about the death of your computer's motherboard. You can find a replacement on ebay.com, amazon.com or even Dell's website. Good luck on finding a replacement!
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