My computer is a iextreme 6082 and I currently have a micro ATX motherboard I just want to be sure that it fits then ill sort out compatibility later thx.
http://www.novatech.co.uk/novatech/specpage.html?mbb-dc945a&P=1
2007-01-18 08:42:26 · 3 answers · asked by RIC624 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
The only question here is size
Your current motherboard has a form factor called mATX, or micro-ATX, which is smaller than ATX. The form factor is the size.
The motherboard in your link has a form factor of ATX, which means its bigger than your current motherboard, so you are probably out of luck.
But just in case, open your case and check to see how much distance is between the bottom edge of your current motherboard and the bottom of the case. If there is 2-3 inches there than your case can hold ATX board even though it currently just has an mATX board.
matx board
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atx board (you can see how it is taller than matx)
http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B000EPLVGS.01-A9B09ZK9BZJQ6.LZZZZZZZ.jpg
2007-01-18 09:03:45 · answer #1 · answered by John A 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your case is made according to Micro-ATX standards, then no. Micro-ATX cases do not fit ATX boards. The form factor of the board must match the allowed form factor of the case and power supply. ATX dimensions are 12"x9.6" and Micro-ATX is 9.6"x9.6". Purchase a Micro-ATX motherboard.
2007-01-18 16:58:47 · answer #2 · answered by J. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, microATX (also known as µATX) is a small PC motherboard standard, with a maximum size of 9.6Ã9.6" (244Ã244 mm) (the standard ATX size is 12Ã9.6" maximum).
2007-01-18 17:22:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋