Comparing Motherboards For the Upcoming Core I7 Processors [aboutcomputer99.blogspot.com]

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This video shows you the step by step process of replacing a fried motherboard. In it you will see how to remove RAM, the heatsink & fan, and the CPU. It will also show you how to put it all back together again including applying thermal paste. Music courtesy of incompetech.com.

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In the next few months, more and more buzz will be generated for new motherboards. That's because with the launch of Intel Core i7 processors, only new motherboards with the X58 chipset can be used. In other words, if an enthusiast wants to upgrade a CPU, the motherboard has to be upgraded as well.

A lot of information has been released by technology news websites on various motherboards such as the ASUS P6T Deluxe OC Palm, Intel DX58SO, MSI Eclipse and EVGA's X58 SLI motherboard. In order not to be overwhelmed by the plethora of articles on these motherboards, it may be a good idea to be clear headed and focus our attention on the crucial elements.

Crucial element 1: Speed

The overall speed of the computer system depends on the multiplier values of the system. For example, you can achieve higher performance if you tweak the multiplier values of the CPU or the memory. Overclocking enthusiasts will be most interested to know if the system can run relia bility at the overclocked values.

In this area, the ASUS P6T motherboard offers an extra in the 2.5" LCD displays that presents system configuration information, overclocking data, etc. This is useful for overclockers who want to tweak and monitor the system while it runs.

Crucial element 2: Graphics

The graphics of a computer system is another major component to take into consideration. Many software applications require a lot of graphics processing power to run smoothly. This includes professional software, such as video and audio editing software that performs a lot of zooming, panning, modeling of 3D objects, etc. Many 3D games also require powerful graphic processing for best effects.

Enthusiasts should check whether the motherboard has SLI (Scalable Link Interface) support. SLI is a technology developed by nVidia, and it's used for multi-GPU processing. Not all motherboards support this feature because manufacturers are required to pay a royalty to nVidia if they want to offer support for SLI.

Since SLI is meant for intensive graphics processing, only those who need it for business applications or gaming need to consider having this feature.

Crucial element 3: Memory.

The memory on a system affects the overall speed of the computer. With powerful processors, enthusiasts have to make sure that there won't be a bottleneck when it comes to memory. Having insufficient memory could mean that the system will run at substandard performance.

Motherboards with the X58 chipset offer support for triple channel DDR3 memory kits. Various memory manufacturers from Taiwan and China have already released memory kits that are timed perfectly for the Core i7 processors.

Enthusiasts should pay attention to the number of slots available. For instance, the ASUS P6T motherboard has 6 memory slots, allowing a max memory of 12 GB. Other motherboard options may have only 3.

As far as the motherboard is c oncerned, there are various editions available. Of course, one can expect the high-end editions to be much more costly. However, enthusiasts can still enjoy the increased performance at an affordable price if options are selected wisely.

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Question by Unique S: Are integrated chipsets removable from computer Motherboards? Let's say I wanted to upgrade my audio and video chip sets to higher quality, would I be able to do so? Or would I have to search for a motherboard that did not already have the chipsets? I am configuring a computer from the ground up and it is centered around Music Production. Best answer for Are integrated chipsets removable from computer Motherboards?:

Answer by JoelKatz
You can't remove the integrated chipsets. But you don't have to use their audio or video features if you don't want to.

Answer by Spilt F
You could remove the chips, but you would wreck your computer. Are you working on a desktop or a laptop? If a laptop you would have to buy one with a motherboard that has the chips you want. If a desktop, you can disable the onboard chips and install a dedicated sound card.

Answer by Evinkay Alsray
Yes just purchase a video card, and sound card... once you install them on your mother board your PCI slots will always bypass your intergrated defaults.

Answer by postmasterfsx
Anything is removable, the question is would it work or be anything but a pile of jumbled circuits and scrap metal. If your performing a PC autopsy then sure you can remove it but if you ever want the computer to work again. No

Answer by computer doctor
You can't remove an y chipsets from the motherboard unless you want a pile of junk after OR you are a skilled technician with special tools to do the job. To upgrade your sound and video simply buy and install a video card and/or a sound card. Once installed and programmed you can use them instead of the motherboard ones.

Answer by George H
All mother boards today have Integrated (built in) IC chips and removing one would kill your machine. some circuitry on the chip may be used for other things beside just sound. There are plenty of plug in high end sound card available most fit the PCI slot, some are PCIe x1 slots. Just plug in the card, install the software and drivers, and move your cables to the ports on the card. most high end sound cards are considerably better than the on board sound anyway.

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