Need help upgrading whole system HP pav a6863w vista 64bit

panjok2

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Please help me upgrade to a better system!!!

Hp pavilion a6863w
windows vista home premium 64-bit service pack 2
AMD phen 9150e quad core prosessor 1.80GHz
Memory (RAM) 7GB
motherboard specs MSI MS-7548 (Aspen)

product specs page - http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c01717858&tmp_task=prodinfoCategory&cc=us&dlc=en&lang=en&lc=en&product=3957630#N200

hp websites motherboard specs- http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c01635688&tmp_task=prodinfoCategory&cc=us&dlc=en&lang=en&lc=en&product=3957630#N200


I would like to beef up my system because I want to buy cs6 and want my system to be able to handle photo and HD video editing! I do not play alot of games but would like to be able to after my system's hardware upgrade! I can also upgrade to windows 7 but just haven't done that yet...if needed?

The product specs page tells me what processor I can upgrade to but is there other better processors I can use? Like an icore 7? Also are there different types of memory (RAM) that I can use (is there better brands?)

I would like to add as much ram as possible and anything else I need to speed this thing up.
Like a better processor or anything else that you the "Experts" thing I should! I do not have the money to buy a whole new system but I can add stuff every few weeks or so! If I need to add anymore info please let me know.

I am a tinkerer so doing the work isn't a problem, I just want to add the best stuff I can! thanks Bobby

If I sale this computer then my budget is about $1000 or $500 if I upgrade this one. I could spend more if need be!
 
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I would sell your system intact instead of upgrading or part it out. You'll have to replace so much stuff that it would be cheaper to wait for a deal online. The other reason is that the original vista software only works with a geniune HP motherboard. Trust me; I've tried using the old software on my compaq system. HP may have some terrific closeout deals in Jan; saw one for $167 last year for a complete system, and it sold out in minutes. Sell it first if you want to build your own and add the $$ to your budget. Here's a few suggestions:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813138366 $130
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157334 $82...
I would sell your system intact instead of upgrading or part it out. You'll have to replace so much stuff that it would be cheaper to wait for a deal online. The other reason is that the original vista software only works with a geniune HP motherboard. Trust me; I've tried using the old software on my compaq system. HP may have some terrific closeout deals in Jan; saw one for $167 last year for a complete system, and it sold out in minutes. Sell it first if you want to build your own and add the $$ to your budget. Here's a few suggestions:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813138366 $130
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157334 $82
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811237026 $30 w/free shipping
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820211457 $36
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832416550 $100

Try the amd onboard video first to see if you're happy with your framerates. View some youtube videos on building your own before you decide to build.

Here's what I recommend if you decide not to build your own:

http://configure.us.dell.com/dellstore/config.aspx?oc=fddost12h&model_id=inspiron-660&c=us&l=en&s=dhs&cs=19&dgc=CJ&cid=24471&lid=566643&acd=10550055-1225267-pRqP-FDxEeKEusZSIP-VjA0_ghgM3_u7L_0_0

I don't like dell systems that much, but dollar for dollar, this is much cheaper than building your own. You list no budget, so I have to assume you don't have alot to spend. Good luck.
 
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