Free Weekly Tech Newsletter

Spithead051 · 09-19-2005, 07:32 PM

I ahve just purchased a new motherboard, processor, RAM, graphics card and power supply. According to what I have researched all I need to do is boot from the XP cd and repair it. I'm wondering, will I ahve to flash the BIOS, play with the CMOS, and also will I have to reinstall any of my other hardware drivers, if so which ones. If anyone has any advice please let me know, you don't need to answer all my questions at once.

I am recieving the parts on 9/21/05 and I'm hoping to put it together by 9/23/05.

Cricket · 09-19-2005, 07:50 PM

What are the new parts? What are the old parts?

Yes, a WinXP repair install will usually get you going with little to no problems.

I don't know if you'll have to flash your BIOS or not, but you will have to go into the BIOS to make any setting changes for your particular set up.

You will need to install the drivers for the new motherboard.

Cricket

Dark Nova · 09-19-2005, 07:52 PM

1)yes, you will probebly need to check your bios after changing parts.
2)yes, you can boot off the XP CD
3) No, you dont need to play with the CMOS
4)yes, you qill need to install the proper drivers for your parts (for ex:grapphic card)

Spithead051 · 09-19-2005, 08:05 PM

New Parts:
AMD Athlon 64 3500+ Venice 2.2 ghz socket 939
MSI K82 Neo4/SLI motherboard socket 939
PSU 500w
XFX Geforce 6600 LE 256mb PCI-E 16x
CORSAIR DDR400 RAM 2x 512 PC3200

Old Parts:
AMD Athlon XP 2000+ 1.67ghz
MSI MS-6764 v1.X
1gb pc 2700 RAM
Geforce FX 5700 LE 8xAGP 128mb
unsure about PSU

**freakitchen** · 09-20-2005, 07:11 AM

Just a side note.....you are aware that your new motherboard will require a PSU with a 24 pin adaptor (ATX2 format) and not standard 20 pin?

Thought i'd mention it, since you dont list the brand of your PSU, and it's a component often overlooked. It's especially easy to purchase the wrong part as both ATX1 and ATX2 exist side by side.

Freakitchen

Spithead051 · 09-20-2005, 02:47 PM

Is there an adapter i can buy to put on the regular psu adapter or do i have to buy a new one?

Spithead051 · 09-20-2005, 02:50 PM

actually, it uses ATX, that or it does not list it is ATX2 and I couldn't find a power supply for it

Spithead051 · 09-20-2005, 02:53 PM

this is the power supply though http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817708001

Spithead051 · 09-20-2005, 03:26 PM

the PSU has the little 4-pin extension when you look at the cable preview so it is atx2 compatible. But back to the first question what do i need to do to the BIOS?

Spithead051 · 09-20-2005, 03:35 PM

I have one other question, I am reading other threads and they say I should have an SLI-certified PSU for now, can I just use a regular one until I ahev the money to go SLI. Also, does that really matter?

**freakitchen** · 09-20-2005, 03:59 PM

Owch!! That's a lot of posting! Use the Edit function!!

1. You can buy an adaptor to convert 20 pin to 24 pin. The extra 4 pin plug you see on the picture is for providing power to the CPU if your motherboard requires it, and cannot be used as a substitute for your missing pins. This is, however, not advisable. Skt 939 boards and PCI-E graphics are power hungry - those extra 4 pins are there for a reason.

2.That power supply is very poor quality, and could ruin your entire system if it failed. Why take the chance? Purchase a good unit from a company such as Antec or Enermax.

3. You can purchase a quality unit without getting an SLI certified one. The only reason i suggested getting one now is that, when you come to use a second graphics card, you'll have to completely replace the unit.

Freakitchen

Spithead051 · 09-20-2005, 06:25 PM

Is Dynex a good company?

**freakitchen** · 09-21-2005, 03:49 AM

Don't think so.

Check this thread for the top quality brands:

http://forum.pcmech.com/showthread.php?t=131195

Freakitchen

Spithead051 · 09-21-2005, 06:27 PM

Dynex is a company that works with Best Buy, according to my friend that works there, the PSU is good quality it's just noisy. I'm still wondering though, what do I need to do to my BIOS when I change the parts listed on my first post?

**freakitchen** · 09-21-2005, 06:49 PM

Ok, I checked out Dynex on the Best Buy website.

Only one of their PSUs will be suitable for your build, the DX-PS500W...it's the only one that conforms to the ATX2 standard.

Saying that, going for an established make ensures top quality. For instance, that Dynex model lacks dual 12v rails (one of which is dedicated to your CPU) - a feature that most good Antec/Enermax/Xclio/Tagen etc have for the same sort of price.

The only reason i'm labouring this point is because I, and i'm sure many others here, have felt the pain in the wallet caused by a bad PSU.

At the end of the day, it's your call. The Dynex 500w would be compatible with your new bits and bobs.

Freakitchen

blue60007 · 09-21-2005, 06:56 PM

Right, it's your money, but I suggest going with Antec or Enermax, or another good brand.

Spithead051 · 09-21-2005, 09:56 PM

Ok, here is one that is on the good/ excellent list on the psu sticky thread.
http://www.microcenter.com/byos/byos...uct_id=0193480

does that look good?

**freakitchen** · 09-22-2005, 07:14 AM

That is ATX 2, with dual 12v rails. Looks good to me!

Freakitchen

09-19-2005, 07:32 PM	#1
Spithead051 Member (7 bit) Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 116	core components upgrade I ahve just purchased a new motherboard, processor, RAM, graphics card and power supply. According to what I have researched all I need to do is boot from the XP cd and repair it. I'm wondering, will I ahve to flash the BIOS, play with the CMOS, and also will I have to reinstall any of my other hardware drivers, if so which ones. If anyone has any advice please let me know, you don't need to answer all my questions at once. I am recieving the parts on 9/21/05 and I'm hoping to put it together by 9/23/05. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

09-19-2005, 07:50 PM	#2
Cricket Shiro Usagi Premium Member Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Kaneohe, Hawaii Posts: 34,002	What are the new parts? What are the old parts? Yes, a WinXP repair install will usually get you going with little to no problems. I don't know if you'll have to flash your BIOS or not, but you will have to go into the BIOS to make any setting changes for your particular set up. You will need to install the drivers for the new motherboard. Cricket Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

09-19-2005, 07:52 PM	#3
Dark Nova Dark Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 1,125	1)yes, you will probebly need to check your bios after changing parts. 2)yes, you can boot off the XP CD 3) No, you dont need to play with the CMOS 4)yes, you qill need to install the proper drivers for your parts (for ex:grapphic card) Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ 1. Intel Core2Duo 3Ghz\|Asus P5K Deluxe Wifi\|4GB DDR2 800Mhz\| Seagate 500GB*2\| Evga 8800GTX 768MB\| Antec SonataII case w/ 550W TruePower PSU\|XP Pro 2. AMD Athlon 64 3500\|Asus A8N-sli deluxe\|2GB DDR ram\|Maxtor 250GB HDD\|ASUS NVIDIA 6800 256MB\|antec sonataII case w/ 450W PSU\|XP home

09-19-2005, 08:05 PM	#4
Spithead051 Member (7 bit) Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 116	New Parts: AMD Athlon 64 3500+ Venice 2.2 ghz socket 939 MSI K82 Neo4/SLI motherboard socket 939 PSU 500w XFX Geforce 6600 LE 256mb PCI-E 16x CORSAIR DDR400 RAM 2x 512 PC3200 Old Parts: AMD Athlon XP 2000+ 1.67ghz MSI MS-6764 v1.X 1gb pc 2700 RAM Geforce FX 5700 LE 8xAGP 128mb unsure about PSU Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

09-20-2005, 07:11 AM	#5
freakitchen Staff Premium Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Doncaster, UK Posts: 3,554	Just a side note.....you are aware that your new motherboard will require a PSU with a 24 pin adaptor (ATX2 format) and not standard 20 pin? Thought i'd mention it, since you dont list the brand of your PSU, and it's a component often overlooked. It's especially easy to purchase the wrong part as both ATX1 and ATX2 exist side by side. Freakitchen Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ -FK- "Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw, The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die, We shall not sleep, though poppies grow, In Flanders fields." - John McCrae, May 1915

Need Some Help? Type Your Keywords Here:

Still Need Help? Type Your Keywords Here:

Free Weekly Tech Newsletter

09-20-2005, 02:47 PM	#6
Spithead051 Member (7 bit) Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 116	Is there an adapter i can buy to put on the regular psu adapter or do i have to buy a new one? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

09-20-2005, 02:50 PM	#7
Spithead051 Member (7 bit) Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 116	actually, it uses ATX, that or it does not list it is ATX2 and I couldn't find a power supply for it Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

09-20-2005, 02:53 PM	#8
Spithead051 Member (7 bit) Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 116	this is the power supply though http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817708001 Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

09-20-2005, 03:26 PM	#9
Spithead051 Member (7 bit) Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 116	the PSU has the little 4-pin extension when you look at the cable preview so it is atx2 compatible. But back to the first question what do i need to do to the BIOS? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

09-20-2005, 03:35 PM	#10
Spithead051 Member (7 bit) Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 116	I have one other question, I am reading other threads and they say I should have an SLI-certified PSU for now, can I just use a regular one until I ahev the money to go SLI. Also, does that really matter? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

09-20-2005, 03:59 PM	#11
freakitchen Staff Premium Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Doncaster, UK Posts: 3,554	Owch!! That's a lot of posting! Use the Edit function!! 1. You can buy an adaptor to convert 20 pin to 24 pin. The extra 4 pin plug you see on the picture is for providing power to the CPU if your motherboard requires it, and cannot be used as a substitute for your missing pins. This is, however, not advisable. Skt 939 boards and PCI-E graphics are power hungry - those extra 4 pins are there for a reason. 2.That power supply is very poor quality, and could ruin your entire system if it failed. Why take the chance? Purchase a good unit from a company such as Antec or Enermax. 3. You can purchase a quality unit without getting an SLI certified one. The only reason i suggested getting one now is that, when you come to use a second graphics card, you'll have to completely replace the unit. Freakitchen Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

09-20-2005, 06:25 PM	#12
Spithead051 Member (7 bit) Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 116	Is Dynex a good company? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

09-21-2005, 03:49 AM	#13
freakitchen Staff Premium Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Doncaster, UK Posts: 3,554	Don't think so. Check this thread for the top quality brands: http://forum.pcmech.com/showthread.php?t=131195 Freakitchen Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

09-21-2005, 06:27 PM	#14
Spithead051 Member (7 bit) Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 116	Dynex is a company that works with Best Buy, according to my friend that works there, the PSU is good quality it's just noisy. I'm still wondering though, what do I need to do to my BIOS when I change the parts listed on my first post? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

09-21-2005, 06:49 PM	#15
freakitchen Staff Premium Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Doncaster, UK Posts: 3,554	Ok, I checked out Dynex on the Best Buy website. Only one of their PSUs will be suitable for your build, the DX-PS500W...it's the only one that conforms to the ATX2 standard. Saying that, going for an established make ensures top quality. For instance, that Dynex model lacks dual 12v rails (one of which is dedicated to your CPU) - a feature that most good Antec/Enermax/Xclio/Tagen etc have for the same sort of price. The only reason i'm labouring this point is because I, and i'm sure many others here, have felt the pain in the wallet caused by a bad PSU. At the end of the day, it's your call. The Dynex 500w would be compatible with your new bits and bobs. Freakitchen Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes	Rate This Thread
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode	Rate This Thread:

09-21-2005, 06:56 PM	#16
blue60007 Wx geek Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Indiana Posts: 6,638	Right, it's your money, but I suggest going with Antec or Enermax, or another good brand. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ "It is the way of man to make monsters and it is the nature of monsters to destroy their makers."

09-21-2005, 09:56 PM	#17
Spithead051 Member (7 bit) Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 116	Ok, here is one that is on the good/ excellent list on the psu sticky thread. http://www.microcenter.com/byos/byos...uct_id=0193480 does that look good? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

09-22-2005, 07:14 AM	#18
freakitchen Staff Premium Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Doncaster, UK Posts: 3,554	That is ATX 2, with dual 12v rails. Looks good to me! Freakitchen Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

Subscribe to THE INSIDER

Need Some Help? Type Your Keywords Here:

Still Need Help? Type Your Keywords Here:

Free Weekly Tech Newsletter