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Xeon e3-1245v3 motherboard with RAM setup

Xeon e3-1245v3 motherboard with RAM setup

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JuliBr0
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04-22-2019, 06:13 AM
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Hello everyone, I recently replaced my HP Z1 G2 workstation with a custom-built setup. The first system I assembled includes MSI Gaming Plus, a Ryzen 3600X, GTX 1660, 32 GB of 3000MHz RAM, a 700W power supply, and two 27-inch Samsung curved monitors at 240Hz. I’m looking for advice on locating a compatible motherboard or identifying affordable options that support ECC RAM. Ideally, I’d like something similar to Elitedesk or Optiplex—budget-friendly, possibly refurbished or new, even for a 32 GB DDR3 kit priced around 1600 MHz, which is often discounted on eBay. The existing hardware remains in good condition, including the two 4GB ECC RAM modules, but I plan to upgrade it to 32 GB (four 8 GB sticks). My goal is to create another system for my cousin who has a powerful CPU that’s currently idle in this setup.
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JuliBr0
04-22-2019, 06:13 AM #1

Hello everyone, I recently replaced my HP Z1 G2 workstation with a custom-built setup. The first system I assembled includes MSI Gaming Plus, a Ryzen 3600X, GTX 1660, 32 GB of 3000MHz RAM, a 700W power supply, and two 27-inch Samsung curved monitors at 240Hz. I’m looking for advice on locating a compatible motherboard or identifying affordable options that support ECC RAM. Ideally, I’d like something similar to Elitedesk or Optiplex—budget-friendly, possibly refurbished or new, even for a 32 GB DDR3 kit priced around 1600 MHz, which is often discounted on eBay. The existing hardware remains in good condition, including the two 4GB ECC RAM modules, but I plan to upgrade it to 32 GB (four 8 GB sticks). My goal is to create another system for my cousin who has a powerful CPU that’s currently idle in this setup.

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davidtzu
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04-22-2019, 10:46 AM
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According to my understanding, the Xeon E3 only works with ECC RAM, meaning any motherboard built for this processor must support it as well. There’s no quick way to check compatibility without looking at the official documentation.
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davidtzu
04-22-2019, 10:46 AM #2

According to my understanding, the Xeon E3 only works with ECC RAM, meaning any motherboard built for this processor must support it as well. There’s no quick way to check compatibility without looking at the official documentation.

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04-22-2019, 02:29 PM
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Not applicable to this CPU. Functions with standard DDR3. Multiple threads in gaming builds using regular RAM work fine. Not a new chip—it's a Haswell model. Obviously, if I had many OEM manuals I could check, but I don't. That’s why the question here exists. Appreciate the effort to clarify and the obvious point! Were curious if anyone knows whether LGA1150 professional boards support ECC.
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BoltMaster
04-22-2019, 02:29 PM #3

Not applicable to this CPU. Functions with standard DDR3. Multiple threads in gaming builds using regular RAM work fine. Not a new chip—it's a Haswell model. Obviously, if I had many OEM manuals I could check, but I don't. That’s why the question here exists. Appreciate the effort to clarify and the obvious point! Were curious if anyone knows whether LGA1150 professional boards support ECC.

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