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Tr1gg0R

Tr1gg0R

Tr1gg0R

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Hi guys, hope someone can help me.

I've never built or even opened up a PC before. I bought a 2nd hand basic rig locally and want to make some changes to it. First thing I did was bought 16gb of RAM only to find it doesn't fit the motherboard. I'd like to find out what motherboard my RAM is built to fit as I'd rather replace the motherboard than buy RAM again made to fit the out of date motherboard. Does anyone know how I can find out what board would accept my RAM?

It's hyperx fury HX318C10FRK2/16.

The GPU is a GeForce 7300 gt - I ran a benchmark test and it scored terribly, is that just because it's old tech? I've tried running two games on lowest settings and they were both completely unplayable, barely any response at all. Move the mouse and the screen would move 3-4 seconds later etc.

So I plan to buy a new motherboard and new GPU. If I'm getting a new MB will I need a new processor? Current processor is a 2.8ghz.... Ah I can't remember... Pendium? Something like that..?
 
About £300 all in. Not sure what size it is - it's a large tower so guess most sizes would fit.. How would I find out? Don't know what make or model the psu is - that's the box at the bottom that the power cable goes into right? Sorry for noobness.
 
The box at the bottom with all the cables coming out of it is the PSU. It should have some writing on it, take a pic and post it so we can see. Make and wattage is very important, it is kind of the most important thing.
Download Speccy (free) - https://www.piriform.com/speccy

Post the results so we can also see what else you have inside. :)
 
We can help you out, just need the full specs. :)

Might be an idea to move this thread to General Hardware as it is going to more of a general query and more people visit that section who will be able to help. I'll see if it can be moved.

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Thanks mods, that was quick!
 
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Sounds like you got a pentium 4 or a pentium D, maybe even a duo and if so I doubt the board would take 8gb never mind 16 whether it's ddr2 or ddr3 as you don't get many that usually go above 4gb.

Big tower means nothing, I had a Atx gaming case with a micro Atx motherboard and looked empty, granted my was custom, but proper brands hardly use that size.


Take a picture of the actual computer or tell us what the label on the back says where it has model - ???? Printed .
 
Thanks guys - it's a Chinese tower, not sure of the male but model is Q7. It's clearly outdated. Here are some pics.

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All I can see on PSU is 'enermax'.

EDIT - pics not working?
 
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pics not working...

You might want to just open the case and look for the motherboard make and model... should be either near the make or by the PCIe slots.

Stelly
 
Highly doubtful any new motherboard would work with your CPU and/or there is a variant that will work with both the RAM and the CPU.

EDIT: If it is core 2 as RJC said there were some DDR3 motherboards but not sure that RAM would even work with them anyhow.

There are so many reasons why a rig like that could be running terribly including OS environment being loaded with junk, old and/or failing HDD, state the cooling is in i.e. dust blocking vents causing it to run warm and throttle and so on.
 
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Thanks again.... So new motherboard and CPU as a minimum - probably a new GPU.

I need to find what motherboard would fit my RAM then move on to picking a CPU from there. Any ideas on how to work out which mobos would fit my RAM? Would it be worth starting over completely and going new PSU too? Guess the one in there is just as outdated as everything else.
 
I know this probably isn't what you want to hear, but its probably just worth starting over again to be honest.

The GPU is defiantly not worth bothering with, it is very very old, and a low end card when it was new.

A core 2 duo era pentium dual core isn't really going to do much for you, and at best you could be a core 2 quad into the motherboard but I'm really not sure its going to be worth it.

I would consider scrapping the lot and using your new ram on a new build... Sorry
 
Thanks RJC - not many forums for any purpose in which people are willing to put things on a plate for brand new members. Thank you very much.

I don't doubt you for a minute but for peace of mind how can I tell that the linked mobo will take my RAM? Is it a sure thing due to being up to date or are some sticks built for different brands of mobo?
 
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I know this probably isn't what you want to hear, but its probably just worth starting over again to be honest.

The GPU is defiantly not worth bothering with, it is very very old, and a low end card when it was new.

A core 2 duo era pentium dual core isn't really going to do much for you, and at best you could be a core 2 quad into the motherboard but I'm really not sure its going to be worth it.

I would consider scrapping the lot and using your new ram on a new build... Sorry
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Thanks for your thoughts - I completely agree! Well at least I have the case
EDIT - also I live just outside W-S-M!
 
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Thanks RJC - not many forums for any purpose in which people are willing to put things on a plate for brand new members. Thank you very much.

I don't doubt you for a minute but for peace of mind how can I tell that the linked mobo will take my RAM? Is it a sure thing due to being up to date or are some sticks built for different brands of mobo?
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No probs, the 1151 range can take two types of memory, higher end boards like the Z170 only take DDR 4 memory, the lower end range can take either depending in the board chosen, the two chosen take DDR 3 so will work with your ram.
 
Hi Trig, you need to bag a local techie mate to help you with your first build, perhaps your second. There are tons of resources online:


How about Greywolf's guide on here, looks ace https://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18046396

Here is some viewing pleasure, starts off at 25mins, watch Scott run through the basics

https://youtu.be/dw3mcaWihBI?t=25m

Please post a build report of what you make. That makes it interesting. The highs and lows and roll or ignore the punches!

My tips for building are:
Have a Pro help on hand first time
Medium sized Phillips screwdriver - use with care over your motherboard - don't drop it
Make sure you use standoffs for your motherboard & thermal paste for your CPU
Need a large flat clean area, with a towel and newspaper so it is soft and clean & power & monitor & keyboard and mouse
Sometimes plug in keyboards and mice are a bit easier to fire up first time
Good lighting, desk light
Read the motherboard manual! They are all online!
Digital cameras are everywhere, take pics of stuff, you can follow what you did or post an image to ask the Pros a question on here.
These guys will help you spec a rig which will fit together and 'get bang for your buck'.

Best wishes pod
 
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