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Identifying what’s wrong with your computer can be hard. You never know which hardware part has run out, or just a little motherboard cleaning is required. A common problem you could face is not knowing how to test a motherboard without a CPU.  But worry not my friend, that’s exactly what I will guide you…

A repair shop isn’t the only solution for a bad motherboard. In fact, you can solve many motherboard problems at home, with little to no effort required. So, how to troubleshoot a motherboard?  You’ll find the most effective ways to do that, in this guide. For instance, we will cover: That said, let’s dive in. …

Let’s get it out there: you’re surprised by the remarkable upgrade of DDR5 RAM and wondering if you can put it into your current motherboard. So, will DDR5 RAM work on a DDR4 motherboard? Unfortunately, DDR5 RAM is not compatible with DDR4 motherboards due to their different key notches. These key notches are certain locks…

Let’s get it out there: you’re highly confused about how many SATA cables you need in your computer so that all important hardware parts are powered up. So, really, how many SATA cables do I need? Generally, 2 SATA cables are enough for a computer having a CD room and a hard drive. How many…

So, you’re probably wondering what a SATA port looks like on a motherboard which is an ocean of small hardware parts transistors, slots, and what not? SATA port is a small peculiar shape port with edges and comes with an L-shaped connector inside. It’s pretty small in size and measures 1.5 cm x 0.4 cm….

Let’s get it out there: you’re wondering how many hard drives you can install on your computer but it requires you to know about the availability of SATA ports on your PC. So, how many SATA ports do I have?  In most cases, motherboards come with 4-8 SATA ports. How many SATA ports are in…

Among the biggest confusions, new PC builders face is “do motherboards come with screws?”  Motherboards do not come with screws. However, some motherboards include standoffs that allow you to space the circuit board from the PC case. But for detailed information regarding the motherboard screws, go through the complete guide.  With that said, let’s dive…

Let’s get it out there: when the computer misbehaves, it becomes hard to determine if the motherboard is working fine. So, how to tell if my motherboard is dead?  The motherboard power lights, availability of the video signal, and beeping sound are the main indications that help to determine if the motherboard is working perfectly…

Let’s get it out there: Good hardware is extremely important for smooth gameplay. But, does motherboard matter for gaming?  The motherboard doesn’t directly affect the gaming performance. But a mediocre board can result in a low connection between hardware parts which could lead to glitches during gaming. So, the motherboard does matter for gaming overall. …

So, here’s what you’re going through: you’ve either heard the name of PCIe slots or just saw them on your motherboard. Now, you’re wondering “what are PCIe slots and what they’re used for?”  PCIe refers to a peripheral component interconnect express. These are high-definition slots on your motherboard used to connect high-speed parts to your…