Need a new Mobo/CPU. What should I get?

[Riprorin]

I'm not adverse to overclocking and am looking for the best value.

ps: I assume I need a new mobo. The cpu fan stopped working. Same problem when I put in another cpu so the problem is with the mobo. Is there a work around for this, ie hook the cpu fan to the power supply?

 

[LED]

You just need a new Fan or the Fan Header on the MoBo went bad whuch can be corrected by getting an adapter to the PSU plug if the MoBo Header is the Case

 

[Riprorin]

My IDE Zip drive isn't working either. Is it possible the problem is related?

Also, I'm running an Abit BH6 with a Celeron 633 @ 950 mHz so it's probably time for an upgrade anyway.

 

[LED]

The Zip would be another issue unless the PSU powers both the Fan and Zip drive then that might be the problem in any Case I agree it's time for na upgrade so if $'s is an issue look @ the newer NForce2 MoBo's and the 1700XP and/or 2100...great OCers and you will need new RAM

 

[Riprorin]

Thanks. Will my Vodoo 3 3000 run in this mobo?

What type of memory will I need?

 

[LED]

DDR 3200 (X2 for Dual Channel )...and if you're planning to OC then get quality stuff (ieWinbond chips)...I would imagine the V3 will run fine cause I use the V5500 as a 2ndary Vid card and what type of PSU do you use?

 

[Riprorin]

I have an Antec server case (model 1080 I think).

It has a 430 watt PS.

This case should be okay with an AMD cpu, right?

 

[LED]

Yep you seem good to go :wine:

 

[NYHoustonman]

AMD just lowered their prices, so they are definetly the way to go. 2400+'s are going for 80 bucks now. But that video card could probably use a little bit of upgrading eventually as well, and if you're a gamer, just keep that in mind before you blow a ton of cash on a mobo/memory/cpu.

 

[pspada]

But if it turns out your mobo is not going bad, it would be the powersupply in your case that's causing problems. Just an FYI.

 

[Riprorin]

Hooked up the cpu fan to the PS and everything is working fine. The zip drive is even working properly now. Don't know what the connection is.