Want to change MOBO

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MikeRen99

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I want to switch my cruddy DeLL Dimension 2400 Desktop motherboard with:

SOYO "SY-P4I865PE Plus DRAGON 2 V1.0" 865PE Chipset Motherboard For Intel Socket 478 CPU -RETAIL


Model# SY-P4I865PE PLUS 1.0


Specifications:
Supported CPU: Socket 478 Pentium 4(HT)/Celeron Processors
Chipset: i865PE + ICH5
FSB: 800/533/400MHz
RAM: 4 DIMM for Dual Channel DDR 400/333 Max 4GB
Slots: 1x AGP 8x, 5x PCI, 1x CNR
Ports: 2x PS/2, 1x COM, 1x LPT, 6x USB2.0(Rear 4), 1x RJ45, Audio Ports
IDE: 2x ATA 100/66 up to 4 Devices
SATA/RAID: 2x SATA
Onboard Audio: C-Media CMI 9761A 6-channel
Onboard LAN: Realtek RTL8100C 10/100 Ethernet
Form Factor: ATX

The only information I can offer you about my computeris this:

Processor: Intel Celeron 2.4 GHz processor, 400Mhz FSB (100MHzx4)

Chipset: Intel 845GV chipset
Videocard: Integrated Intel Extreme graphics

Sound: Integrated Soundmax Sound

Memory: 256MB PC-2700 DDR memory (one module)

Networking: Integrated 10/100 Ethernet

Hard Drive: Seagate Barracuda 40GB ATA/100 7200RPM hard drive
CDROM: Hitachi 48X CD-ROM drive
Monitor: 19" Dell brand M992 monitor (max 1600x1200 @ 75Hz, .24 Dot pitch)
Software Setup WindowsXP Home Edition

Accessories Logitech MX500 optical scroll mouse
Altec Lansing 2 speaker system
Dell PS/2 keyboard
PCI 56K modem
Microphone

I am currently using HiSpeed internet (will the change affect it?)

So, if I switch, do I need to change anything else?
 
I tried doing it it and it didnt work, I have an old DELL 2350, bought an ASUS MOBO and didnt fit in there, might as well get a new CASE and salvage some of the parts from your DELL PC( memory,cdrw,cdrom,monitor, and some of your external hardware) and also your CPU. :cool:
 
A Dell is a Dell and will alweys be a Dell...Dell build's their machines to be a Dell and stay a Dell...Just too proprietary...Just call Dell, they will tell u they can sell u an upgrade though...........
 
sell the dell... but a new decent comp.. just about anything is better than DELL (that isnt name brand, gateway - emachine - compaq - etc)!! LoL
 
Dell PC can be upgraded(memory,cpu, videocard via pci slot and soundcard)but you would just be wasting your time and effort because later on you would be wanting a faster PC, so my advice is keep your DELL and build youself a new one that would satisfy you. :cool:
 
the reason i wanted to change motherboards was basically to house a better graphics card.

is this PCI card any good?

CHAINTECH nVIDIA GeForce FX 5200 Video Card, 256MB DDR, 128-bit, DVI/TV-Out, PCI, Model "P-FX20" -RETAIL
 
Get a Radeon 9200SE PCI version....And it is express and you can put it in a normal PCI slot :) that's what I had to do.
 
get a asus ge force 6800 i think the 128mb one is a pci and u cant go wrong with a geforce nvida one of the most respectable g card manufacturers
 
1. The only "Dell" thing from a dell system is the Mobo. The CPU is still intel. So you can swicth the core out and pop it onto a new mobo as needed. You need to get a new case most likely tho

2. The ASUS GeForce6800 is NOT a PCI card

3. The ASUS GeGorce6800 is NOT a 128MB card.

4. NVidia does NOT make video cards. They make the chips. ASUS, while highly respected, has made either a very VERY wise or incredibly stupid move with regards to their V9999Gamer/V9999GT cards. Take a closer look at the prices and specs to see.

5. PCI-express is something you find on Socket775 mobos. Since you have a Socket478 that wont be a concern for you. AGP is your route :)
 
hmm.. i still say u should sell the Dell.. and buy a Athlon XP machine with some decent runnin parts in it.. dont go under 512MB PC3200 for ur RAM.. but i say thats ur best bet.. cuz the only way ur gonna be able to upgrade ur dell (outside of dells upgrades) is to just buy all new hardware and put in the case.. which is kinda pointless.. id just buy a new decent runnin PC...
 
He has a new MOBO, why bother installing a new VC on your DELL, save it for a new case, and salvage your old parts from your DELL PC like I said and youll save enough to buy a decent VC for your new MOBO. :cool:
 
I believe ASUS makes a X800 and not a gforce 6800...

Will that Windows that is prolly special for Dell work on another MOBO....it has extra software that wont work but I was wondering about windows since Dell is so proprietary
 
joelkyr said:
Dell PC can be upgraded(memory,cpu, videocard via pci slot and soundcard)but you would just be wasting your time and effort because later on you would be wanting a faster PC, so my advice is keep your DELL and build youself a new one that would satisfy you. :cool:
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Here's what I did. I have an HP and it's pointless to try an upgrade it. I built myself a new computer and I don't regret it.
 
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