Can I put any micro atx motherboard in my HP case.

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I'm planning on making this build(http://pcpartpicker.com/p/vqmqP6) Using the case and PSU from this(http://h20566.www2.hp.com/portal/site/hpsc/template.PAGE/public/kb/docDisplay?javax.portlet.begCacheTok=com.vignette.cachetoken&javax.portlet.endCacheTok=com.vignette.cachetoken&javax.portlet.prp_ba847bafb2a2d782fcbb0710b053ce01=wsrp-navigationalState%3DdocId%253Demr_na-c01063553-15%257CdocLocale%253D%257CcalledBy%253D&javax.portlet.tpst=ba847bafb2a2d782fcbb0710b053ce01&ac.admitted=1404879640386.876444892.199480143)

My question is, will I run into any compatibility issues with putting a new motherboard in?


Edit: If not, how about this( http://www.microcenter.com/product/356585/Diamond_ATX_Mid_Tower_Computer_Case_with_400W_Power_Supply)
 
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Well the HP that you already have actually seems to be a standard ATX design, unlike the older models that went with BTX boards which were near impossible to replace.

I would suggest maybe going with a 2x2gb set of ram instead of a single 4gb. It might not be a huge gain in performance, but with the processor being in the APU family, and the board being a dual channel setup, you'd have a smoother running machine in the end at little to no more cost from your original ram choice.

Other than that, everything else looks good to go. Should do just fine with mild gaming, web surfing, and watching movies.
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I have a really small budget for this PC. Just wondering if it would work.
 
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Long story short, yes, the HP with accept most, if not all, micro atx boards. That case is actually listed as an ATX, so you MIGHT be able to even go with an ATX board for more room.

As for the Diablotek case and PSU, for 30 bucks...you're problem getting the absolute cheapest PSU there is. PSU is the absolute last thing you should skimp on.

Looking over your PCP listing I'm a little consfused.
It says you already have a PSU, case, HDD, and disk drive.

Do you already own the HP? Are you looking for an easy first time build? What's the story? Maybe I can help you find something better within your budget and give you something that will keep you content for years to come, with some future proofing.
 
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I already own the HP so I was looking to reuse parts from it at least until I get more money. The problem is I'm low on funds. I'm not using this as a major gaming pc or anything(I have a PS4). If I ever do want a graphics card for it, I'd go ahead and upgrade the PSU as well. The one that comes with that HP is 250W. I figure the 60W of safety is enough for now. Yeah, I'm looking for an easy first time build. My budget is around $225 before the rebates. I thought the HP case may have some kind of bs that requires and HP motherboard, but I'm not sure how to tell. I'm pretty happy with that build.
 
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Well the HP that you already have actually seems to be a standard ATX design, unlike the older models that went with BTX boards which were near impossible to replace.

I would suggest maybe going with a 2x2gb set of ram instead of a single 4gb. It might not be a huge gain in performance, but with the processor being in the APU family, and the board being a dual channel setup, you'd have a smoother running machine in the end at little to no more cost from your original ram choice.

Other than that, everything else looks good to go. Should do just fine with mild gaming, web surfing, and watching movies.
 
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Thanks. Just as one final question, would it difficult to change the PSU in that case if I ever wanted to install a graphics card?

 
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TBH it's not entirely hard. The worst part is unmangling all those wires if you've got a non modular PSU already in there. I helped my GFs dad change his out on a gateway. What a nightmare. Once we got everything tore out of it, it was easy to get everything hooked back up.

I will say, TAKE PICS OF EVERYTHING YOU UNHOOK. Sometimes it can be a nightmare getting everything hooked back up. And this goes for installing the new MOBO and if you get the new PSU.

In case you didn't notice, I'd say go with a modular or at least semi-modular PSU if you upgrade.
 
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