why replace a motherboard?

theone · 04-04-2009, 12:51 AM

Why would a motherboard need to be replaced?

I just found out that my computer's motherboard needs to be replaced. What causes the motherboard to go bad? This is the second computer that I have had that needed a new motherboard- the current one a 1 1/2 year old sony vaio laptop and a 5 year old gateway desktop. How can I prevent the motherboard from going out on my two other computers?

jason · 04-04-2009, 01:01 AM

Motherboards have many parts built into them, and if any one of these parts go bad, the manufacturer will want to replace it, (Especially if you are out of warranty, as they can sell you overpriced replacements) Laptops are more prone to motherboard replacements, as just about everything is a part of it, desktops are less prone as they don't move as much, and more parts aren't integrated onto the board. How to avoid bad motherboards? Value quality over low price. Gateway isn't very high on the quality list, Companies such as Dell, HP, and Apple all make a solid product.

bammer · 04-05-2009, 12:02 PM

yeah thats true..and sometimes we hav to change our motherboard because its already outdated in the market...its parts are already face out!

You dont have any choice..

singer246 · 04-07-2009, 11:20 AM

Change you're motherboard if you are not satisfied with its performance!

aalvinyo · 04-07-2009, 04:05 PM

Actually almost everything in your computer would go out eventually based on my experience. Just be careful and let the company handles it if you still have their warranty.

jeyrima · 04-09-2009, 02:40 AM

Well... If you don't want to replace your motherboard that much, don't overuse your PC. Plain and simple but it actually works. And if you can't, then rest assured you'll always replace it. Besides, its normal.

homebrewer · 04-20-2009, 08:17 AM

Lolz. The first and foremost problems of motherboards in my experience are the connectors between peripherals. Next is bloated capacitors which any good technician can replace in under minutes. But Mobos are known to be disposable and the upgrade options are great for a new one.

aftertaste · 05-08-2009, 12:33 AM

Replace them if you feel its too weak for the current requirements on new software. Mines' still kicking and performs better than any entry level board so I'm still satisfied with it.

shiela · 06-05-2009, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by jason

Motherboards have many parts built into them, and if any one of these parts go bad, the manufacturer will want to replace it, (Especially if you are out of warranty, as they can sell you overpriced replacements) Laptops are more prone to motherboard replacements, as just about everything is a part of it, desktops are less prone as they don't move as much, and more parts aren't integrated onto the board. How to avoid bad motherboards? Value quality over low price. Gateway isn't very high on the quality list, Companies such as Dell, HP, and Apple all make a solid product.

thanks for the advice mine is HP ..

PAPY2000 · 06-07-2009, 01:48 AM

you would have to mention why should you want to replace it..? and with which model of intel motherboard.. if you don't want to tell us. then do simply thing.. enquire about which motherboard is prefer for your processor then change it.