MOBO PROBLEMS
MOBO PROBLEMS
Hey there, need some expert advice. I’ve upgraded my CPU from an i3 3220 to an i5 3450 and paired it with an Intel DH61WW motherboard. My old ASUS H61M-K board was damaged, so I had to switch to this new setup. After booting up, it started beeping—definitely a memory issue, three beeps confirmed. I checked the DIMM 2 slot and found it was dead. From my experience, both RAM slots worked before, so I suspected bent pins on the motherboard. I inspected them and fixed a few, but it’s still a bit uncertain. Right now I have only 4GB RAM in one slot, which isn’t ideal for gaming. I tried using virtual memory to make it work, but it’s not perfect.
I’m considering getting a new motherboard—Zebronics H61 or B75? My CPU isn’t upgrading easily due to the current situation. The H61 has 1000Mbps LAN, but the B75 only offers 100Mbps. I’m worried about long-term stability if I bend the pins again or if there’s a risk of shorts. The diagnostic tool ran fine, so I’m cautious.
Any thoughts on whether this setup will hold up for a couple months? I’d appreciate your guidance before making a decision. Thanks!