Checking component compatability

Rsock96 · Mar 3, 2014

Hi guys just a quick post of my components for a new build ill be hoping to start soon. As its my first build and costing me quiet a bit of money i am very cautious towards my components being compatible with each other. My biggest concerns are firstly the GPU and CPU being compatible with my motherboard. Secondly would be the motherboard and GPU actually fitting into this case. List of components below. Would greatly appreciate some help with this Thanks!.

CPU: AMD FX 8350 Black Edition (Socket AM3+)
GPU:ASUS Radeon R9270X DC2-2GD5 PCI-E
Motherboard: ASUS M5A97 R2.0 Socket AM3+ - ATX
Hardrive: Western Digital Green - 1TB
RAM: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB - PC3-12800 - DIMM
PSU: Antec High Current Gamer HCG-620M - 620 Watt
DVD Burner: Asus DRW-24F1ST - DVD Burner
OS: windows 8 (64bit)
Case: CiT Vantage Midi Mesh Gaming Case- Link to case==> http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0071KZNUY/ref=ox_ya_os_product_refresh_C

Hope i have provided enough information needed any questions will be answered as soon as possible once again thanks in advance!

veladem · Mar 3, 2014

Why not grab a 8320?

TheUnknownPC · Mar 3, 2014

if you wanna check compatibility go to uk.pcpartpicker.com

Rsock96 · Mar 3, 2014

TheUnknownPC :

I recently used a site like that and there was a problem it said
'Some AMD 970 chipset motherboards may need a BIOS update prior to using Vishera CPUs'
And also said 'Asus M5A97 R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard has an onboard USB 3.0 header, but the CiT Vantage ATX Mid Tower Case does not have front panel USB 3.0 ports'

TheUnknownPC · Mar 3, 2014

Rsock96 :

That is actually true you may need to update the BIOS on your mobo to be able to use your CPU

veladem · Mar 3, 2014

That just means a simple BIOS update and that your case didn't have 3.0 ports but you MoBo had 3.0 capabilities.

TheUnknownPC · Mar 3, 2014

And with the case it does not have USB3 Header but your mobo does if you need front usb id change the case

Turb0Yoda · Mar 3, 2014

You can ignore the USB thing, not a big deal. The BiOS thing may by something to worry about. I can't say if this is the actual way, but you have to go to the Mobo's manufacturer's website, download the update onto a USB, and plug it in into the computer once it boots up. That's what I am finding, but someone should confirm. The warning also says some mobo's, but better to be safe than sorry right?

Rsock96 · Mar 3, 2014

veladem :

I am far from being tech savy so this BIOS update how exactly is it done? Sorry if its a stupid question

And the USB problem simply means i don't have USB capabilities in the front of my case right?

Turb0Yoda · Mar 3, 2014

You have USB capabilities, but not for USB 3.0, which is pretty rare where I live. BiOS update instructions will be on the manufacturer's website.

veladem · Mar 3, 2014

Easiest way is this;

http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/281985-28-upgrade-bios

Rsock96 · Mar 3, 2014

Turb0Yoda :

So as soon as that first boot up commences i plug in my USB with the update?. How exactly will i know if this update is needed?

veladem · Mar 3, 2014

Turb0Yoda :

He wanted to know how to update without a compatible CPU. BIOS would need updates before Vishera chip was placed in board.

veladem · Mar 3, 2014

Rsock96 :

No, at worst you'll need to buy a cheap cheap cheap CPU that goes/is compatible with your MoBo.

Plug that into the board, run the updates.

Then place your CPU into the board and I'd suggest a fresh install.

Rsock96 · Mar 3, 2014

veladem :

Rsock96 :

No, at worst you'll need to buy a cheap cheap cheap CPU that goes/is compatible with your MoBo.

Plug that into the board, run the updates.

Then place your CPU into the board and I'd suggest a fresh install.

I think ill just play it safe and upgrade the Mobo. i just tested another mobo with that same CPU and no problems. Thanks a million for the advice guys! Top job <3

Turb0Yoda · Mar 3, 2014

970A-43. Great Mobo for only 70

veladem · Mar 3, 2014

Turb0Yoda :

No, just no.

The MSi 970a-43 catches fire when put under stress.

Just no bud, don't even go near that board...

XxD34THxX, you need to go and read some threads some more before posting like that, I made the same mistake and I've made many mistakes, but I've lingered around this site and read and read.

Turb0Yoda · Mar 3, 2014

veladem :

Stupid newegg and amazon reviews never said that... Now I look it up...

veladem · Mar 3, 2014

Turb0Yoda :

I know man, I and many others have made the same mistake, I always facepalm when I see it posted cause I feel like in the OC world it's kinda a long running MSi bane of existence xD among other boards of course xD

sora · Mar 4, 2014

veladem :

lol this, and the support from MSI is horrible.

veladem · Mar 4, 2014

I guess the OP didn't read a word that was said about the MSi 970A-G43 being a terrible board...

I really hope you didn't buy it, best of luck if you did.

If you did, try to RMA as it isn't worth it at all, the board catches fire when under stress.

Best regards, Vel.

Rsock96 · Mar 4, 2014

veladem :

I didnt buy that board im going for the same type but the ASUS M5A79 EVO model the board resulted with no problems with compatibility and no need for BIOS updates so i think im fine. Anyways thanks for the input lads!

veladem · Mar 4, 2014

Why get that CPU if you don't plan to OC _-_?

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