Need Better Replacement for Pegatron M2N78-LA Violet6-GL8E

[neild_76]

The motherboard in my HP P6310Y PC is trashed, according to all I've read online, high failure item. I'm looking for a replacement/upgrade for this component, M2N78-LA (Violet 6).
Any suggestions?

 

[o1die]

You can use almost any micro atx board you like, but if you're using a windows installation from hp then you'll need a new windows coa with any non hp board.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813130634 (no spdif out, usb 3.0, or sata III; more expensive boards may have these features)
check craigslist for an unopened copy of windows home or pro editions; they start at around $70.