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08-18-2010, 09:13 PM
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Compaq Presario 5000 upgrade
Hey I am using a very old case to build a pc cause im cheap and was just wondering what suggestions you guys would have on the components.
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08-18-2010, 09:25 PM
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very old components...
/sarcasm how about a little more info. a 'very old case' tells us nothing. what do you want to do, and why do you want to reuse an old case? if its a branded case (hp/dell/etc) your most likely not going to be able to use it anyway
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08-18-2010, 09:35 PM
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I am replacing everything inside of it and I have made the right room to place a mirco atx intel motherboard. The case is in great condition and has enough room to house it was just wondering for other componets such as graphics card, ram, etc.
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08-18-2010, 10:49 PM
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Best thing to do is to put the mobo inside the case and see if the expansion bays match the placement of the cards on the mobo. Also, how many expansion bays have you?
One thing you may run into trouble with, is the back plate for the mobo. Proprietory machines don't always follow the "standard" placement of onboard video, audio and other ports; sure, the new mobo will come with a plate, but you may not be able to remove the one from the case as it may be soldered to it.
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08-19-2010, 12:10 AM
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You can buy a new case for 20 bucks. Get rid of that POS.
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08-19-2010, 12:25 AM
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LOL
 Sorry, G and guys, couldn't resist. I second that opinion. You can save it for modding if you're into that, but a new case would be way easier to work with, and ironically, cheaper, both in terms of money and grief. |
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08-19-2010, 12:41 AM
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Now, what is your budget for the system (just the box and contents, without peripherals and OS), what do you want it to do, and do you prefer Intel or AMD (or don't care)?
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08-19-2010, 10:13 PM
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Well to answer nuclear's question the motherboard plate did come off. And for GLC i am going to use intel i5, gigabtye micro atx motherboard and 4 gigs of ddr3 ram and then a western digital hdd, already have a psu 500 watt
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08-20-2010, 01:07 AM
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I'd recommend an Asus over a Gigabyte, and what brand is that PSU?
Good luck getting the front panel leads on that case figured out. If you are planning on using onboard video, the i5 has to be a Clarkdale, and the mobo has to be a H55 or H57. |
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08-20-2010, 03:44 PM
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I am aware of this and I have a gigabyte mobo which runs fine and I know asus would be better but I can settle for this and my psu is bfg so its okay for what I need.
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08-20-2010, 04:29 PM
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So okay I found the processor and mobo I want to use and thanks GLC for pointing me towards asus!!!
MOBO- Newegg.com - Open Box: ASUS P7H55D-M EVO LGA 1156 Intel H55 HDMI USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard CPU- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115215 |
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08-20-2010, 04:37 PM
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3rd opinion on the cae.
I modified an HP case and made it work. Now that I've done it, I would never do it again. But it is doable. The back panel was easy. Tin snips works wonders. Front panel connectors are a PIA. If your spending the money on all new guts, then I'd say spend the twenty bucks on a cheap case. You can even find ones that offer free shipping. I wish 'I' wasn't so much of a cheapskate. Now that I have built a pc in a standard case, I realy understand the difference it makes.
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08-20-2010, 05:48 PM
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My New Build
Okay so these are the components that I am thinking of using.....
MOBO- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...625R-_-Product CPU- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115215 Ram - Newegg.com - G.SKILL Ripjaws Series 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model F3-12800CL9D-4GBRL HDD - Newegg.com - Western Digital Caviar Blue WD6400AAKS 640GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive CD/DVD - Newegg.com - ASUS Black 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 12X DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA 24X DVD Burner - Bulk - CD / DVD Burners And already have a BFG 500 watt PSU and an old compaq presario 5000 case. Last edited by dlwright91; 08-20-2010 at 05:50 PM. |
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08-20-2010, 06:03 PM
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You may have issues with using the Compaq case. The case wiring from the buttons and lites probably have non standard connectors. If the I/O holes for the motherboard are part of the case then most likely won't be able to mount the mother board. The BFG is probably ok if it have the correct connectors and no video card. Other wise would look at an Antec Basiq 500w.
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08-20-2010, 06:12 PM
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Already removed the power button and going to order this power button should work with new mobo.
Power Switch - MountainMods.com-Power/Reset Switches-Bulgin Illuminated Anti-Vandal Switch - Red Ring And either going to use that or when my friend buys it he will use his new antec psu 650 watt. |
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08-20-2010, 07:34 PM
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Recommend you stay away from G.skill ram with the i3/i5/i7 platform - quality control and compatibility issues. Look at Corsair, Crucial, Kingston, or A-Data.
Threads merged - please do not open new threads on the same project. Thank you. Last edited by glc; 08-20-2010 at 07:39 PM. |
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08-20-2010, 07:50 PM
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Okay sorry and thanks for the advice.
What abot GEIL??? Newegg.com - GeIL Value PLUS 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model GVP34GB1600C9DC |
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08-20-2010, 08:21 PM
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http://www.pcmech.com/forum/processo...nd-rating.html Geil is not one of the companies at the top of the list. These ratings come from professional systems builder with his own business. Also, glc knows what he is talking about just as well.
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08-20-2010, 09:12 PM
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Oh okay thanks again guys... How about these???
Ram (1) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820148333 Ram (2) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820148351 Last edited by dlwright91; 08-20-2010 at 09:18 PM. |
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08-20-2010, 10:22 PM
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You don't need Ballistix, and you don't need 1600 speed unless you plan on overclocking. You are safest with standard 1333 speed 1.5 volt ram such as this:
Newegg.com - A-DATA 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model AD3U1333B2G9-DRH |
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08-21-2010, 06:05 PM
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its always nice to know you can!!!
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08-22-2010, 04:30 AM
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Don't do it, man
I personally would never buy an open box motherboard. I strongly recommend you reconsider.
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08-22-2010, 08:12 AM
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Yeah i found another asus that had better reviews I really didnt notice that lol! And thanks again guys you always help out!!!
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