CarlBrutananadilewski
New Member
Hello. I have decent experience with computers in general. Over a decade ago, I began building my own computers instead of purchasing them pre-built from manufacturers.
For purely recreational/experimental purposes, I am considering starting a new project; building a custom laptop - using desktop components. I'll figure out how to make the housing/case later. I want to select the components, and then I'll worry about case building. Time and money are not major issues, as I am willing to spend up to a couple thousand dollars, and take about a year or so to complete this project.
I know that building a portable computer with desktop components will be a challenge. I have some ideas in mind about how to deal with the major heat and power consumption that are lesser issues with regular laptops. I understand the end result will likely be heavy, bulky, and cumbersome, and that's fine.
Also, I want emphasise that I am aware that I could just purchase a laptop that rivaled desktops in performance and power. This project is just for fun, but I digress.
I am taking the time to do my research before I begin, and there is one question I have first and foremost.
On most desktop motherboards, the RAM cartridge sticks straight up. If possible, I would like the RAM to insert sideways instead, so that it fits parallel to the motherboard, like on laptops.
I have two ideas:
Disregarding difficulty, is it theoretically possible to remove the RAM slot on the motherboard and solder it back on, sideways? I would get old, worthless computers on Craigslist to practice on before beginning the real project.
Alternatively, could I get a ribbon cable or something, that would connect the RAM to the motherboard slot?
Thanks.
For purely recreational/experimental purposes, I am considering starting a new project; building a custom laptop - using desktop components. I'll figure out how to make the housing/case later. I want to select the components, and then I'll worry about case building. Time and money are not major issues, as I am willing to spend up to a couple thousand dollars, and take about a year or so to complete this project.
I know that building a portable computer with desktop components will be a challenge. I have some ideas in mind about how to deal with the major heat and power consumption that are lesser issues with regular laptops. I understand the end result will likely be heavy, bulky, and cumbersome, and that's fine.
Also, I want emphasise that I am aware that I could just purchase a laptop that rivaled desktops in performance and power. This project is just for fun, but I digress.
I am taking the time to do my research before I begin, and there is one question I have first and foremost.
On most desktop motherboards, the RAM cartridge sticks straight up. If possible, I would like the RAM to insert sideways instead, so that it fits parallel to the motherboard, like on laptops.
I have two ideas:
Disregarding difficulty, is it theoretically possible to remove the RAM slot on the motherboard and solder it back on, sideways? I would get old, worthless computers on Craigslist to practice on before beginning the real project.
Alternatively, could I get a ribbon cable or something, that would connect the RAM to the motherboard slot?
Thanks.