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I know that this is a commonly asked question, but I have searched and not really come up with a decisive answer.
I think that I fried my mobo. I have swopped my RAM around, tried a different GPU and power supply and still my PC won't post on boot up. The only thing left is mobo or CPU. I am betting mobo.
It is an GA-K8NS socket 754. I had someone here offer me a new exact replacement (they have old stock)
I use the PC only as a HTPC. I don't play games and or do any office type work on it. I keep it as simple as possible.
I know that the system is way out of date (XP3000+ CPU, 6600GT AGP, 1GB DDR400 RAM, MCE 2005)
I would like to upgrade to a dual core. I have been an AMD user for yonks, but am willing to change.
My requirements are:
Dual core CPU
PCIE GPU sufficient to output 1080p natively if its needed.
DDR2 memory.
I have an Antec 400W power supply which I would like to keep.
MOBO to support the above plus enough PCi slots for 2x150 MCE capture cards, Wireless card, Sound card if necessary plus a spare if necessary.
I run fibre optic to my AMP
I have a 47" LCD that runs at 1080p native
I have a Tenor MCE case.
I prefer Gigabyte boards and GPU's, but am open to suggestions.
There is nothing like a happy user to sell a product.
Anything else that I may have missed.
Like I said, I am not needing a super computer. I would love a 8800GT, but think it would be overkill for my use etc.
Cheers
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GA-MA78GM-S2H (rev 1.1) | 2GB Kingston RAM | Antec 400w PSU | AMD Phenom 9750 | Arcsoft Total Media | Catalyst 8.9 | Seagate 80GB IDE | Seagate 160GB SATA | Tenor case black | 47" 1080p LCD | Yamaha Z9 receiver | Xbox 360 console | Xbox HD Dvd drive | Infinity Kappa Series 6.1 speakers |
There are any number of combinations that will work for you if you choose to upgrade and in my experience you should go for something quite new if you want to use Vista as your OS. I found with older equipment the drivers just didn't quite stack up. Have a look as the profiles of some of the other members here to see what they are using. (Including mine if you like.) Frankly I'd say upgrade and go with Vista rather than stick with older technology as it will provide you with better support going forward.
Why we at it, what would the best Vista version to go for. I am thinking Premium.
Yep. Home premium unless you can get Ultimate utra cheap. If you're buying hardware you should be able to pick up the OEM version and save yourself plenty. My hardware spec is in my profile. Just click on my user name to access it.
Do you have any issues outputting 1080p to your 46" with your 8600GT.
How do you connect your GPU to your LCD?
I also assume watching Blu Ray is also not a problem.
I have been looking at the 2600 Pro as it has HDMi out.
I am connecting direct via DVI-HDMI and audio goes to my receiver via sp-dif cable. With 1:1 pixel mapping set (Just Scan mode) on the TV there are absolutely no issues @1080p in either 50 or 60Hz. Unfortunately BluRay requires a 3rd party add-in to work since Microsoft do not provide native support in MCE. When I bought my Pioneer BluRay player the Cyberlink add-in was provided in the box. It is OK but not what I would describe as wonderful. It is a bit slow to load but once running it is fine.
How do I know if my screen has/is 1:1 pixel mapping. It is a local brand 1920x1080p LCD
You will probably need to read the manual for tech specs or check with the manufacturer. Often such details can be obtained from their website if you don't have the manual available. What kind of display is it?
