Replacing motherbooard

[gamerkila57]

I was wondering if it was possible for me to change my motherboard without replacing my HDD and reinstalling the OS. i read a few places that could.

 

[arzbhatia]

I think that's only possible if you install the same motherboard :|

Even if it's possible using another motherboard, it's highly recommended to reinstall and start over.

 

[gamerkila57]

see i have a whole bunch of things i don't want to lose and don't have a drive to backup to

 

[abekl]

I think your first investment before the MB swap would be a backup device.

 

[gamerkila57]

if i backup would it back up my apps to ?

 

[arzbhatia]

Nope. Just their program files.

I think taking a system mirror backup might help you though.