F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Discussing Dell motherboards involves understanding their specifications, compatibility, and performance features.

Discussing Dell motherboards involves understanding their specifications, compatibility, and performance features.

Discussing Dell motherboards involves understanding their specifications, compatibility, and performance features.

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nachgelacht
Junior Member
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04-18-2016, 12:31 AM
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I'm considering using an i5-2400 processor because it looks like a solid value. However, most LGA-1155 boards are priced higher, except for Dell or HP models that fit into Optiplex PCs. Can I fit an Optiplex board into a regular case with a basic ATX or micro-ATX setup?
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nachgelacht
04-18-2016, 12:31 AM #1

I'm considering using an i5-2400 processor because it looks like a solid value. However, most LGA-1155 boards are priced higher, except for Dell or HP models that fit into Optiplex PCs. Can I fit an Optiplex board into a regular case with a basic ATX or micro-ATX setup?

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BHLxNJx
Posting Freak
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04-19-2016, 07:51 PM
#2
Usually I steer clear of Dell motherboards. They’re often inexpensive and really poor quality.
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BHLxNJx
04-19-2016, 07:51 PM #2

Usually I steer clear of Dell motherboards. They’re often inexpensive and really poor quality.

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Flexzyi
Junior Member
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04-19-2016, 09:43 PM
#3
No, there aren't any heavily budget-friendly choices suggested for the 1155 socket.
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Flexzyi
04-19-2016, 09:43 PM #3

No, there aren't any heavily budget-friendly choices suggested for the 1155 socket.

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Manuel_Pimpao
Member
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04-21-2016, 01:46 AM
#4
Dell and similar prebuilt motherboards don’t always meet whitebox standards. Their design is tailored for specific purposes, featuring non-standard connectors and being built to work only with the components designated for them. While it could function, there’s a significant chance it won’t. Much effort would be needed to thoroughly test each part—chips, memory, and power supply—to confirm compatibility. It might seem risky.
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Manuel_Pimpao
04-21-2016, 01:46 AM #4

Dell and similar prebuilt motherboards don’t always meet whitebox standards. Their design is tailored for specific purposes, featuring non-standard connectors and being built to work only with the components designated for them. While it could function, there’s a significant chance it won’t. Much effort would be needed to thoroughly test each part—chips, memory, and power supply—to confirm compatibility. It might seem risky.

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SPACE_HEAD_43
Member
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04-21-2016, 03:21 PM
#5
What is your financial plan?
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SPACE_HEAD_43
04-21-2016, 03:21 PM #5

What is your financial plan?

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Sebluigi
Senior Member
727
04-21-2016, 06:23 PM
#6
Grab the entire OptiPlex setup—it's a solid value for the price. What's the total cost of the PC?
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Sebluigi
04-21-2016, 06:23 PM #6

Grab the entire OptiPlex setup—it's a solid value for the price. What's the total cost of the PC?

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Miyuumi
Senior Member
543
04-21-2016, 07:04 PM
#7
I’m aiming for a total spend under $200. I spotted the i5-2400 for $17 and plan to add a cooler too. My aim is to allocate roughly half the budget to a GPU—maybe an RX 480 if I manage to find one.
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Miyuumi
04-21-2016, 07:04 PM #7

I’m aiming for a total spend under $200. I spotted the i5-2400 for $17 and plan to add a cooler too. My aim is to allocate roughly half the budget to a GPU—maybe an RX 480 if I manage to find one.

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Adamanted_
Member
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04-25-2016, 06:00 PM
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I'll fetch the complete OptiPlex and then upgrade the PSU and GPU. It's usually more affordable than buying everything separately.
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Adamanted_
04-25-2016, 06:00 PM #8

I'll fetch the complete OptiPlex and then upgrade the PSU and GPU. It's usually more affordable than buying everything separately.

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fundude165x
Junior Member
7
04-25-2016, 09:42 PM
#9
Absolutely, I can handle that. I plan to obtain them individually so the build becomes more appealing for sale with some eye-catching RGB effects to boost profits.
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fundude165x
04-25-2016, 09:42 PM #9

Absolutely, I can handle that. I plan to obtain them individually so the build becomes more appealing for sale with some eye-catching RGB effects to boost profits.

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Donald_Trumpz
Member
246
04-26-2016, 05:12 AM
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You should investigate thoroughly. People who receive products that cause property damage usually leave with strong dissatisfaction.
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Donald_Trumpz
04-26-2016, 05:12 AM #10

You should investigate thoroughly. People who receive products that cause property damage usually leave with strong dissatisfaction.

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