Most of us are familiar with the basic parts of the computer. Those who are not as adept in operating a personal computer at least know what and where the monitor, the keyboard and the processor are located. But one thing that we tend to overlook is where everything is plugged into.
The 'great' motherboard
The motherboard(mobo) is the central board making up any electronic system or device. Simply put, it's that part of the computer which holds everything and where pretty much everything is plugged into. It allows all the parts of the computer to receive power and communicate with one another by holding the computer's microprocessor chip and letting everything else connect to it. A typical mobo has a lot of slots where the different individual components of the computer go. Its form factor (layout) can affect where the various parts of the computer will go and the general shape of the computer's case.
Choosing a motherboard
In selecting your motherboard, you need to verify what kind of processor you are using. Compatibility is important as not all mobos can support all CPU's. Also make sure that the mobo can support the speed of your processor since this particular detail varies across different labels and models.
Another detail to consider is the chipset. The chipset is the main controller on the mobo. In relation to this, don't forget to make sure that it supports the type and amount of RAM you're using. To play safe, you can opt for a chipset that supports a higher memory so that your system can function efficiently.
Since the mobo is the part of the computer to which everything is plugged into, the number of expansion slots and connectors on it is important particularly when you are planning to plug in a lot of things into the PC. So you better check if your motherboard has more than enough PCI slots to hold each one of your peripherals.
Beginner?s guide to motherboards
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