Technical enthusiasts probably know the role of each of these motherboard components. Others don’t know or care as long as their computer works. However, if something goes wrong, a basic knowledge of the mother
As technology advanced, some functions were absorbed by the CPU itself. Today's integrated chipsets live on the motherboard and allow components to communicate with each other through a centralized location. The remaining components that need their own communication bridge to the motherboard use small...
As the central hub that connects all your computer’s components, a motherboard can make or break your system’s performance. While CPUs and graphics cards often get the spotlight, the motherboard serves as the foundation of your entire build. This comprehensive guide will help you understand ...
1 DDR3 DIMMs 4 Motherboard 2 PCIe Riser and PCIe Card 5 CPUs 3 Battery 4.2 Servicing DDR3 DIMMsCaution - These procedures require that you handle components that are sensitive to static discharge. This sensitivity can cause the component to fail. To avoid damage, ensure that you follow ant...
Evolution and Variations of Motherboards Motherboard components have changed a lot as technology has advanced, but the basic function is still the same. For example, a smartphone's motherboard is much smaller than that of a desktop or laptop computer. It also has fewer connectors because many ...
This chapter describes how to replace the motherboard and its components in the Sun Fire X4170, X4270, and X4275 Servers. Note - Before performing any of the procedures in this chapter, perform the procedures described in Chapter 2, Preparing to Service the System. ...
ASUS is highly regarded for quality components as well; its motherboards often the choice of enthusiasts, overclockers and gamers for their durability and performance. With a commanding 62% share of the votes, ASUS is once again the winner of this Readers’ Choice category. EHA Reader Awar...
Briefly put, no. The implementation of a codec matters, and it matters a lot. One challenge that motherboard manufacturers have to surmount is noise. Analog signals are prone to picking up noise as they’re transmitted. And PCs are full of components that can create noise in your audio cha...
The ROG Strix X670E-E Gaming WiFi makes quite a statement compared to its slightly more subdued brethren. A high-contrast monochromatic colorway includes silver metal components and white design accents on top of a black PCB and dark metallic heatsinks. Aggressive angles and a splash of cus...
The MOSFETs within the power stages generate the most heat as they are responsible for voltage conversion and delivery to the CPU from the 12V EPS connector. High quality components Capacitor 10K Japanese-made black metallic capacitors Input and output filtering is provided by solid-polymer ...