Desktops - December 2007

I have a Dell Dimension 4550 and I'm just not sure what kind of motherboard it is. All I have found my looking on my computer is that the mainboard is Dell Computer Corp. Can anyone help? I was wanting to upgrade and get more ram (2GB), a better video card, and a better cpu.

This cpu is what I'm wanting to get, or at least another 3.2GHz:

Intel Pentium 4 640 Prescott 3.2GHz 2MB L2 Cache LGA 775 Processor

Or:

Intel Pentium 4 641 Cedar Mill 3.2GHz 2MB L2 Cache LGA 775 EM64T Processor

Thanks,

HummersRock

2007-12-02 11:38:36 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

My parents bought a 1.2Ghz Celeron Compaq 5310US back in 2001, and it can't be upgraded (CPU, Memory, Video Card). It is as far as it can go with RAM and a video card. I want something better, but the problem is I'm in college and I don't have the cash to buy a brand new computer.

I did a lot of research and found that the case supports mATX mobo's and I'm thinking about getting one that supports a Core Duo 2.6 Ghz. This upgrade also requires a new power supply, new memory and new hard-drives since the old stuff is incompatible with such the newer motherboard.

I found all the parts needed for the upgrade and as far as I can tell they will fit on the case. And everything mentioned above is going to cost $460 ($415 with rebates).

My question then: is this a good way to go? Or should I try to save a little more and completely build a new pc?

If any of you have upgraded major components in brand Pcs I would love if you could share how difficult it was for such modifications.

2007-12-02 11:32:30 · 5 answers · asked by thunderstorm 2

Which of these would be better for primarily gaming, considering costs also:

(Socket AM2+) AMD Phenom™ X4 9600 Quad-Core CPU w/ HyperTransport Technology

or

(Socket AM2) AMD Athlon™64 X2 6400+ Black Edition Dual-Core CPU w/ HyperTransport Technology

2007-12-02 09:47:26 · 4 answers · asked by rbm3t 1

CPU;

http://www.megabuy.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=97_99&products_id=40189

Motherboard;

http://www.megabuy.com.au/product_info.php?products_id=46197



thanks in advance :]

2007-12-02 09:23:30 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I currently have 2gb of ddr2 pc5300. I want to upgrade to 3gb ddr2 pc6400 will that make a big difference?

2007-12-02 08:47:31 · 5 answers · asked by timmy n 1

2007-12-02 07:36:25 · 7 answers · asked by S P 2

I've been trying to switch the picture,but it won't allow me to.. What do I do? I don't like it just plain black. I WANT A PICTYRE!

2007-12-02 07:15:48 · 5 answers · asked by KelseyKarnivore; 2

Hi, i am building computers for people. I have one problem though. How do i install the os and the drivers like HP and Dell. How do you make it so when the customer turns the computer on for the first time the OS and all the other applications install with no disck?

2007-12-02 07:11:28 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-02 07:02:44 · 4 answers · asked by irish dubliner 2

2007-12-02 05:36:53 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-02 05:22:28 · 11 answers · asked by harvey a 1

yesterday I accidently shut off my computer at the
power strip on the floor.When I turned back on my
computer the desktop Icons were very big and the
web pages were huge. I talked to gateway and had
to pay for it since my computer is out of warranty.
Nothing worked until I did a system restore.
I am a afraid to completely shut off my computer
at start and turn off computer because I am afraid
the system restore will not hold.
Did I damage my computer by this accidental shut
down? Has anyone else had this happen to them?

2007-12-02 03:59:05 · 8 answers · asked by upsers59 2

Okay, so I'm getting my own new computer with Windows Vista.
What's the best features about it and the worst features?

2007-12-02 03:50:04 · 5 answers · asked by hi 2

I checked on the side of my tower... this is what it says:
100-127V ~ 7A/200-240V ~ 4A, 50/60 Hz
What does this mean?

2007-12-02 03:04:55 · 4 answers · asked by Slinkybuff 1

My husbands computer got the dreaded blue screen this week and I don't know how to fix it. I can't find the cd to the computer at all and I am trying to avoid buying another windows xp cd. What is possibly the cheapest solution for me to fix it? I will gladly award the 10 points to the correct answer.

2007-12-02 02:45:30 · 6 answers · asked by Soniafrompa 6

This is a link to the spec of the computer

http://www.ciao.co.uk/NEC_PC__6520484

Basically I know I can upgrade the RAM from 256MB (current) to 512MB. But as it says the processor is 'upgradable', could I take out the 1.5Ghz and replace it with a 1.7, 2.0 or even as far as a 2.4 Ghz processor?

I'm on a tight budget so getting a new computer is out of the question!

Thanks to everyone in advance.

2007-12-02 02:41:06 · 2 answers · asked by Jamie D 1

I presently have a 2.4 GHz Celeron/2GB/160 GB 3 years old I'm looking at PowerMac G5 1.6 GHz/ 256 MB/ 160 GB/ Super Drive they want $900 or is it soon to be obsolete so buy the latest Pro that just came out?

2007-12-02 02:32:40 · 4 answers · asked by Will 5

Hi, I have just put together a computer from some old components I had and when it starts up all the fans come on and i can hear the hard disks beginning to spin but there is no display on the monitor. If I remove the video card or ram it doesn't beep at all which I would expect.
Thanks.

2007-12-02 02:04:47 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

its only started to happen scince we had to wipe the computer and reload windows and put in a new sound card. please help as it will save me much grieff from my teenage daughter.

2007-12-02 01:28:46 · 5 answers · asked by BRIAN S 1

I had complete sound and video before reinstalling XP. I know I need to download my drivers but I can not find what kind of sound device I have. Please help.

2007-12-02 01:16:01 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hey,
As i was getting home I saw a DHL truck deliver a Dell Box. I went to the porch but my dad had already taken it in and "hidden it" under the table. Assume it is for me. What information should I look for on the box to discover what model it is. I need to find out cuz my friends owe my and if I known what computer games my computer will run I can ask for those computer games for Christmas. I have already typed in each number I could find into Dell. What do I do now?

2007-12-02 00:59:52 · 4 answers · asked by lord_cadw 1

im selling my laptop ,so i want to do a reinstall of my windows xp,but i dont have the disc ,i do have a win 98 install disc ,will that do ,i have xp sticker with licence number on back of pc,ive got a dell inspiron 7500,and how do i do it if the disc is ok to use ,thank you for any help.dont think this pc has a return to factory settings ,i wouldnt know where to look anyway,not to good on pcs.thanks

2007-12-02 00:48:30 · 5 answers · asked by thomas_vcky 2

Is there a big difference in the speed between 2.6 and 2.8 GHZ. In a Pentium 4.

How much of a difference? I
'm asking because I'm planning to buy a computer and there's a 2.6 and 2.8 Ghz computers and the 2.8ghz is a expensier than the 2.6ghz.

2007-12-02 00:09:31 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

my pc says there is something wrong with my bios.
I recently got 2 Duo pc & now it's failing to start coz of the bios problem.What can i do?

2007-12-02 00:07:59 · 4 answers · asked by kabs 1

i try not to open up my desktop too much physically but if i pop the cover off will it fit in the slot and it won't matter what brand ram i buy? i have a hp puter btw

2007-12-02 00:03:03 · 6 answers · asked by mary 2

2007-12-01 23:50:46 · 7 answers · asked by One P 1

my pc has suddenly taking ages to start up. once started the screen is blur. cant make any folders out & colour also has changed on screen, dont think its my moniter as when pc is shut the colours seem ok, does anyone now wat i can do ?

2007-12-01 22:06:41 · 9 answers · asked by ammitbhay 1

Only a few configurations advertised still offer Windows XP - of the available, any recommendations/suggestions?

2007-12-01 22:06:24 · 5 answers · asked by Piggiepants 7

I have a Sony Vaio Desktop PCV-RS510 and it requires PC-2700 333MHz DDR Ram and it says it is upgradable to 2gigs but that was back when there was only 512mb max so it can use four of those, but I am wondering if I can use 1gig PC-2700 333MHz DDR with the motherboard. Any suggestions? And it is a Pentium 4 2.8Ghz with HT and I know it is a bit out of date, but is it really super out of date? I don't plan on upgrading to Vista anytime soon, I just want better memory. Ideas? Thanks for your ideas!

2007-12-01 20:01:17 · 4 answers · asked by Anthony G 2

2007-12-01 19:08:58 · 12 answers · asked by Alex N 3