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    Question Upgrade......

    Hi all.
    I'm upgrading a computer to an Intel P4 1.5Ghz processor and was just wondring which motherboard is the best bang for my buck? I don't need anything spectacular, actually the more basic the better. Any recommendations?
    I'll also need a new Cases/PowerSupply to run the P4? Is that right? Everything else should be find though from the old system (ie. RAM, Drives, etc..)

    Help appreciated,
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    Go to <a href="http://www.asus.com" target="_blank">www.asus.com</a>

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    [quote]Originally posted by Linden Glen:
    <strong>I'm upgrading a computer to an Intel P4 1.5Ghz processor and was just wondring which motherboard is the best bang for my buck? </strong><hr></blockquote>

    Intel make good boards, try one of them.

    [quote]<strong>I'll also need a new Cases/PowerSupply to run the P4? Is that right? </strong><hr></blockquote>

    Yes, you need an extra plug on the PSU to support in the increased power usage of the P4. I think the boards are slightly larger as well.

    [quote]<strong>Everything else should be find though from the old system (ie. RAM, Drives, etc..)</strong><hr></blockquote>

    All except RAM, the P4 cannot use standard PC133/DDR RAM, and requires another type. You generally get it with the CPU. Also, two banks must be filled to work properly, (like the old SIMMS). The other banks need a terminator installed.

    Try the following link, it will give you more details:

    <a href="http://www.intel.com/english/home/pentium4/index.htm" target="_blank">http://www.intel.com/english/home/pentium4/index.htm</a>
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    Make sure that you get the P4 stand-offs for the case or it will all be unuseable. You must must have the 4 screw-in studs for the case to make it work along with the screws that hold the HSF in place.

    The new PSU's for the P4 have 2 extra connections. One is for core voltage and I believe that one is for stand-by voltage.
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