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AC0014

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Hi everyone. New member here :) I recently bent some pins in the CPU socket in the factory MOBO and now I have to replace it. I have a DELL XPS 8300 desktop (post recall). It has an i7-2600K processor, 8GBs of RAM, HD 5770 graphics and I upgraded the PSU to 775W. My questions regard after MOBO installation. I have never done this before so please be easy and as helpful as you can. Thanks! Once I install the new MOBO what else is next? Do I have to reinstall Windows? What about the BIOS and do I have to flash a new or different one from the one that was on the factory mobo? Also, do coin-cell batteries ship with new MOBOs or do I have to remove the one from the old MOBO and put it into the new MOBO?

I also know that the factory mobo was a micro atx board. LGA 1155 and Chipset H67. Will I have a problem fitting in the new mobo? I rather not have to get a new case and keep costs down.

Thanks everyone!

Andrew​
 
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Diogenes2

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Will I have a problem fitting in the new mobo?
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Only if it doesn't fit ..

Seriously, your post is missing a lot of information that we would need to give helpful answers..


Like - what motherboard are you going to install ?
 
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AC0014

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Thanks for responding Diogenes. What else do you need? I haven't really picked a new mobo. Would a standard micro ATX mobo fit inside my case or does did dell use a custom board for my pc?
 
BonzaiDuck

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" . . . Do I have to reinstall Windows? . . ."

This question always emerges . . . Only occasionally have I had to deal with it personally.

I'll venture an opinion based on my scant observations.

If the new mobo uses the same chipset, you should be able to boot from the "old" Windows on your HDD. Or -- if it's a chipset in the same "chipset family," it may also be true [but here I'm basing this on my experience with nVidia chipsets 610i and 680i.]

However . . . My occasional (very occasional) experiences with Dell systems [and this goes back a decade or so -- not based on current models] -- tells me that Dell "does things" that make their parts proprietary. I thought they "proprietized" their motherboards and memory. How this might affect your success on this issue, I can't say.

The only thing to do as I see it is to try. If not, then you'd reinstall Windows and I'd hope you would've prepared an inventory-list of installed programs, data backup etc.

Even if you get the HDD to boot with the original Windows install, I'm pretty sure you'll have to reactivate the installation after replacing the motherboard.
 
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AC0014

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BonzaiDuck said:
" . . . Do I have to reinstall Windows? . . ."

This question always emerges . . . Only occasionally have I had to deal with it personally.

I'll venture an opinion based on my scant observations.

If the new mobo uses the same chipset, you should be able to boot from the "old" Windows on your HDD. Or -- if it's a chipset in the same "chipset family," it may also be true [but here I'm basing this on my experience with nVidia chipsets 610i and 680i.]

However . . . My occasional (very occasional) experiences with Dell systems [and this goes back a decade or so -- not based on current models] -- tells me that Dell "does things" that make their parts proprietary. I thought they "proprietized" their motherboards and memory. How this might affect your success on this issue, I can't say.

The only thing to do as I see it is to try. If not, then you'd reinstall Windows and I'd hope you would've prepared an inventory-list of installed programs, data backup etc.

Even if you get the HDD to boot with the original Windows install, I'm pretty sure you'll have to reactivate the installation after replacing the motherboard.
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I have changed my mind and I want to get this:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...scrollFullInfo

This is mainly due to that fact that this MOBO's connections are positioned similarly to the factory mobo's connections. BUT, I am having trouble finding the connection to the "power button module" on this mobo. I have attached photos so that I am better understood.



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Please help! This is the only thing holding me back and I apologize if this is a newbish question. Thanks a ton!

If better or more pictures are needed please let me know. I took these kinda quickly and the lighting was affecting the focus. Also, if you guys/girls need more info or explanation just say it and I will try to explain it better.
 
WiseUp216

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I can tell you from experience that the "stock" CPU cooler from the XPS 8300 isn't going to work on an aftermarket board, unless the new mobo has threaded holes. Any other mounting holes and you'll need to buy a cooler.

I do have a used H67 motherboard from a Dell XPS 8300 if you just want a direct replacement.
 
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AC0014

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WiseUp216 said:
I can tell you from experience that the "stock" CPU cooler from the XPS 8300 isn't going to work on an aftermarket board, unless the new mobo has threaded holes. Any other mounting holes and you'll need to buy a cooler.

I do have a used H67 motherboard from a Dell XPS 8300 if you just want a direct replacement.
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Hey Wise. First, thanks for the advice. I tried PMing you, but I don't have the limit of 10 posts yet :)
I think at this point I would love to find a direct replacement for my xps. But, to be honest I can't pay much more than what a new mobo might cost. How much are you looking for? Is this a post-recall mobo?

Andrew
 
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AC0014 said:
Hey Wise. First, thanks for the advice. I tried PMing you, but I don't have the limit of 10 posts yet :)
I think at this point I would love to find a direct replacement for my xps. But, to be honest I can't pay much more than what a new mobo might cost. How much are you looking for? Is this a post-recall mobo?

Andrew
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Post-recall, yes. Purchased July 2011 and used until May 2012. Had the latest BIOS update when I pulled the CPU and put it away.

I tried to message you but you can't receive PMs, either.

Shoot me an e-mail ... prime.jasonATgmailDOTcom.
 
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AC0014

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WiseUp216 said:
Post-recall, yes. Purchased July 2011 and used until May 2012. Had the latest BIOS update when I pulled the CPU and put it away.

I tried to message you but you can't receive PMs, either.

Shoot me an e-mail ... prime.jasonATgmailDOTcom.
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