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Hi, I'm pretty smart when it comes to software and stuff, but I'm not much of a smartass when it comes to hardware.. I'll just go straight out.
I bought the GT5082 about 2 years ago, when I had no idea of hardware, and had no knowledge that pre-build PCs suck. Now, I still use it.. but since a year ago, I regretted it. So now, my "Foxconn C51GU01", which came with the GT5082's PCI-E slot broke.. I'm pretty pissed, because now I have to run this crappy 6100. I hate bad graphics cards. I'd rather use a 8500GT.
So anyways, I'm tired.. so long story short, I want to rebuild a PC.. I want to still use my processor, hard drive, ram, etc., but I want to change my motherboard and case.. I still want to keep my OS, etc. I know that one bad move, and I can lose expensive parts. So can anyone give me a detailed tutorial, on how to rebuild a PC with a new Mobo and case?
(Oh and also, the reason I dont just get a new mobo/case and just make it easier is because the "Foxconn C51GU01" is BTX, and I want an ATX. BTX motherboards are what, 300 dollars normal?)
Thanks. :]
For the specs of the hard drive, memory, etc, here you go.
Overall parts
| Quote : Gateway GT5082 Parts
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GT5082 Memory Info
| Quote : Standard Memory 2.0 GB = 512 MB (removable) + 512 MB (removable) + 512 MB (removable) + 512 MB (removable)
|
Hard Drive Info
| Quote : Hard Drive
|
Custom bolding from me so it's easier to see.
Overall parts
http://www.skyline-eng.com/index.cfm/fusea...ategory_ID/5179.
Memory Info
http://www.memorystock.com/memory/GatewayGT5082.html
Hard Drive Info
http://www.dealtime.com/xPF-Gateway-Gatewa...5082-Desktop-PC
So obviously, I have a MICRO-BTX... So I'll need a new case. So I think these parts might work! All I need to know what to do now is that I need to find out how to take out these components..
Thanks guys.
Can you tell me if it's compatible, just to make sure?[u][/u]
AND ALSO, Can you tell me a good ATX 939 motherboard? 
Thanks. Please take note that I have a VERY TINY budget. I don't even raise my own money :x
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