On my computer if I replace the motherboard, would it reconize the hard drive and everything else and just start right up. Or would I have to do some kind of programming? How involved is it to take one out and put a new one in?
2007-04-16 11:52:36 · 8 answers · asked by virginia t 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
It wouldn't take programming, but it may take a reload or repair of your OS to get it back up and running unless the motherboard is the EXACT same model as the old one.
The hard drive shouldn't be a problem, but if it is a Windows XP PC, it will be cranky about any new devices (like a motherboard) that it "wakes up" to. Again, a Wondows repair 1st, then a reload if it doesn't work, should do the trick.
2007-04-16 11:58:40 · answer #1 · answered by zombiehive 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most people will say that you have to reload Windows, but it isn't true if you are using Windows XP.
First, backup all your data and documents incase you have trouble.
The "devices" on the motherboard are just like any other devices on a computer. When they change and you power up your computer it will try to search for the new device drivers built into Windows. Those that are not found automatically, you can load from the CD that comes with the motherboard.
Just go to the right click "My computer", go to "Manage", then click on "Device Manager". Any devices that have the exclaimation point next to them are not working so right-click on them and "Update driver".
It isn't that hard to replace a motherboard, but it is hard to find one that will support the CPU and RAM that you already have - be very careful when ordering that it is compatible!!
2007-04-16 19:30:16 · answer #2 · answered by TahoeT 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it's the exact same model of motherboard it should be fine. If it's an HP you'll need to tattoo it, but that's pretty easy. Replacing a mobo in a desktop isn't hard, but be careful to keep track of where all the connectors go and especially careful with the CPU. Laptops are trickier because you usually have to disassemble everything to get down to the mobo.
2007-04-16 18:59:59 · answer #3 · answered by Fix My PC Mike 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You'd have to re-install the operating system.
The CPU and its fan might be tricky to switch because the fan might get a bit glued to the CPU, need to be careful there.
Everything on the computer is attached to the Motherboard.
2007-04-16 18:59:09 · answer #4 · answered by Ands 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will have to reinstall windows on it. Its basicall pretty easy the motherboard manufacturer includes drivers for stuff that windows doesnt have em for. Takes a couple of hours to install the board and reinstall windows.
2007-04-16 18:58:37 · answer #5 · answered by OZ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you've never done a mother board change I'd advise against doing it
The job itself is fairly straight forward but not for a complete novice to do
as for would it recognise your hard drive yes it would but if you have on board sound and video you more than likely would have to reinstall windows because there's a chance that windows wouldn't boot with the new mother board because of the different hardware configuration
2007-04-16 19:00:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it should recognize. Dont worry Just make sure if you are changing only motherboard that the CPU will work for that motherboard.
Other than that your fine.
2007-04-16 18:55:49 · answer #7 · answered by Saleen VS Corvette 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check this link on HOW to change motherboards.
2007-04-16 19:17:49 · answer #8 · answered by mrresearchman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋