Do i need to reformat anything on my computer if i wanna change the stock motherboard with a new one?
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hi ,\n\nits not mandtory you should reformat your hdd,but i would suggest you to reformat your hdd after you change your motherboard. reasons are as follows:\n\n1.change in motherboard means change in entire hardware config ,like intg sound card,intg video card,intg network card .\n\n2.so there are chances for driver conflicts and which wont let your system to boot.\n\n3.there are even chances for system crash .\n\n4.more over changing a motherboard is like transplanting heart in human body so reformat ur hdd and bring new life to your computer.\n\n \nNOTE:Dont forget to backup your datas before you reformat.there are several work arounds for this issue but it is tedious and time killing.
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Go to this link, click the Scan My System button and it will tell you what your motherboard can handle.\n\nhttp://www.crucial.com/index.asp
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If your motherboard can handle the ram. Some motherboards have a limit and sometimes the only way is to change the mb.
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If your replacement motherboard is similar to your original motherboard with respect to specifications (chipset, etc.), you may be able to get away with it.  Windows XP installations are tied to a specific hardware configuration, and if that changes significantly, you may have to re-register with Microsoft - usually by calling it in or going online.  (Microsoft Office installations are similar in that you have to re-register if something major changes.)\n\nI replaced a motherboard in a computer I had and reinstalled everything fine - the restore disks didn't detect any problems and reinstalled everything for me without a hitch.  The trick there was that my replacement was the exact same model as the original, so nothing in the new motherboard alerted my restore disks to a potential problem.\n\nAs for other software aside from Windows and Office, I don't think you should have a problem.  Most other software doesn't care if you swapped out a hard drive or added memory, unless their installation schemes are tied to hardware as well.  But as far as I know, most software doesn't have this extra security measure in place.
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Check your motherboard at \nhttp://www.coastmemory.com and see what they recommend.  They have a fairly complete Motherboard lookup.
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You mean, you want to upgrade your BIOS.  Changing it to something else is out of the question, one motherboard uses one and another uses another, similar they may be, compatible with each other they are not.  You will need to get the latest version of the BIOS from whoever manufactured your motherboard (one would be Asus) then you have to flash the new version of the BIOS to the motherboard, again, they will have instructions on how to do this.
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You're going to have to open it up to put the new RAM inside so why not?\n\nAnyhow your computer supports DDR PC3200 or PC2700 with a max of 1GB per stick. Your computer supports 2GB ram total.
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i wouldnt put anything from your old pc on it you have a new one just start fresh and use your old one aswell
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no, they are interchangable with any of the same type motherboard
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1.  Find the manual for your motherboard or Find out the maufacturer and modelname of your motherboard, then go to there website and find the manual.\n\n2.  Open your computer case.\n\n3.  Change the jumper settings for your situation.\n\n4.  If possible please give us more info to help you better.\n\n5.  Let us know how it went
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You will need a new motherboard, and most likely new memory to go along with it. Make sure the CPU that you buy matches the socket to the motherboard (ie: 478-pin, LGA775).
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Reseating it will only make a difference if the system is not recognizing the ram.  Otherwise reseating it won't do anything.
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Since your computer apparently does not support upgrading, you will need an external box. many can be found here:\nhttp://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.asp?Description=&MinPrice=&MaxPrice=&OEMMark=-1&Manufactory=0&PropertyCodeValue=0&PropertyCodeValue=0&PropertyCodeValue=0&PropertyCodeValue=1484%3A10234&Submit=Property&SubCategory=47
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No, DDRam and SDRam are two different and uncompatible types of Ram.  If your new motherboard takes DDR and you only have SDR, you will have to go out and purchase DDR.  Sorry.
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You just have to make sure that your new motherboard will fit into all the screwholes, ports, cards that are available for your HP, as well as the CPU that you already have.  For example, if you're using an AMD Socket 939 board, then your replacement board will have to be Socket 939-type as well, or your AMD CPU will never fit in.\n\nFurther, it will not make much difference if you upgrade the motherboard only.  To make your comp faster, you'll also have to replace the CPU.  In this case, you can choose any type of motherboard as long as it will fit into the case properly.
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If your system is not able to read your device, you should proably sue the CD rom provided by Creative, plug the hardware right and use the manual for further instructions. As for a BIOS upgrade you can try this URL \nwww.award-bios.com\nwww.abit-usa.com/products/mb/bios.php?catergories=1&model=6\nsearch the same website for Motherboards.\n\nGood luck!
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If you replace the motherboard you are basically replacing the parts that make it a Gateway. The bios is what holds the gateway info. and that will go with the mobo.You should be able to use most of your cards,modems video cards (if it has any they may be  onboard in which case you will need to buy a graphics card) Your memory will work on other mobo's but they need to support the same type of memory. Hard drives and other drives will plug in but it will probablynot run your old hard drive with the new bios.You will have to format and reinstall your os. and finally you need to make sure you get a mobo that takes your processor. Socket A Socket 7 or Pentium, so you have to know all of these things . Good Luck.