anotherrookie
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Hello -
I have rebuilt a lot of computers, but am new to designing one from 'scratch'. Anyway, I managed to get some components that don't work together -rookie mistake! :-( I have an Intel Core2 processor - and a motherboard that is not compatible. I am wondering if I should: 1) buy a different motherboard (which one?), 2) buy a different processor, or 3) buy a combo so that I can't make this stupid mistake again?! To fit my case, I need a Micro ATX motherboard of some sort. It must be able to support DDR2 RAM, have at least 2 SATA connectors and 2 PCI slots. Also, must have a 4-pin CPU connector (not 6 or 8 pin) and a 20 or 24 pin main connector. Am I better off to keep the processor and get another motherboard - or should I try a different processor? Any help you can give will be really appreciated!
I have rebuilt a lot of computers, but am new to designing one from 'scratch'. Anyway, I managed to get some components that don't work together -rookie mistake! :-( I have an Intel Core2 processor - and a motherboard that is not compatible. I am wondering if I should: 1) buy a different motherboard (which one?), 2) buy a different processor, or 3) buy a combo so that I can't make this stupid mistake again?! To fit my case, I need a Micro ATX motherboard of some sort. It must be able to support DDR2 RAM, have at least 2 SATA connectors and 2 PCI slots. Also, must have a 4-pin CPU connector (not 6 or 8 pin) and a 20 or 24 pin main connector. Am I better off to keep the processor and get another motherboard - or should I try a different processor? Any help you can give will be really appreciated!