Posts by copperpanther12

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Motherboard compatibility questions in Desktops · Feb 5, 2013

Larry Bailey94 said:So, I was wondering if any of these newer motherboards would actually work with my old Intel Core i7 2.33 GHz E6550 processor...
1. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/motherboard-example-link

2.http://www.newegg.com/site/motherboard-example-link

3. http://www.microcenter.com/site/motherboard-example-link

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http://ark.intel.com/products/30783/...z-1333-MHz-FSB

Sockets Supported PLGA775

Basically, you need a board that features that specific socket type.

None of those three options you listed are going to work...

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GPU Buying Guide - (Read first post) in Desktops · Jan 28, 2013

Lawrence Phillips said:Hey,

My 8800 GTS 512 MB card just kicked the bucket.
I need something that can actually handle running the new World of Warcraft...

Can I find anything decent for maybe $40 or $50?

Running an E8400 processor.

thanks

It might not be dead for good.
Check out this video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_taI-CkPD3M

Mine was completely bricked too, but after trying a little DIY fix, it came back to life...

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