Upgrading my PC

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  1. zain6267

    zain6267 Member

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    I have a HP t191.uk which is about 8 years old, and it is becoming extremely slow and annoying. Also, the graohics card can't even run Windows movie maker. I am considering upgrading the computer components rather than buying a new pc as it would be cheaper and I can customize it to my needs. The specifications are here:
    http://bizsupport1.austin.hp.com/bi...pportFAQ&prodSeriesId=307682&prodTypeId=12454

    I am wondering, since I am on a limited budget and get my money in sections, what to upgrade first, my processor, RAM, or Graphics card, or, if I have to replace my motherboard completely. I would like to spend about £50 on the first part?
     
    zain6267, Apr 21, 2012
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    It doen't look like you can do much with the motherboard you have now. You already have the maximum Ram installed as it is.If it was me you can probably find a board that will fit in the case. I don't know where you buy your parts from but they have some pretty decent prices on this site.You might also find something on Ebay.

    http://www.microdirect.co.uk/Home/Search/Components/Motherboards/
     
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    start saving your money.
     
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    Which Motherboard would you reccommend?
     
    zain6267, Apr 22, 2012
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    Would this work, it is a bundle and contains a new ASUS motherboard, AMD Sempron Processor and Patriot 4 GB DDR3 RAM? Would I then need to buy a graohics card, and how much better would this be than my current system?
     
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    yes it will work plus has onboard video til you get a new videocard. is a lot better\faster then current system.
     
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