Can my motherboard support i7-4790k?

[adam_91]

I have AMD and it is rubbsih. I want to up grade to Intel i7. Can it support it though?
I went to a website called crucial to scan my pc and this is the results:

Chipset: AMD A68
Graphics card: PCI Express x16
External connector: 15-hole connector

Please help?

 

[Gam3r01]

No, you need a new motherboard.

 

[adam_91]

No, you need a new motherboard.

Ok, thanks mate

 

[Seoulja615]

You need new mother board. The answer is NO oops i said exactly what other guy said lol

 

[adam_91]

No, you need a new motherboard.

How will i know what motherboard i need?

 

[adam_91]

You need new mother board. The answer is NO oops i said exactly what other guy said lol

Lol, thanks too

 

[Gam3r01]

All of these motherboards will work:
http://pcpartpicker.com/parts/motherboard/#s=24&c=99

If you need a suggestion, I recommend the ASUS Z97-A or Z97 ProGamer.

 

[adam_91]

All of these motherboards will work:
http://pcpartpicker.com/parts/motherboard/#s=24&c=99

If you need a suggestion, I recommend the ASUS Z97-A or Z97 ProGamer.

Cheers bro, i appreciate it!

 

[adam_91]

All of these motherboards will work:
http://pcpartpicker.com/parts/motherboard/#s=24&c=99

If you need a suggestion, I recommend the ASUS Z97-A or Z97 ProGamer.

So if i wanna upgrade my motherboard? Which one is it when i open it up?

 

[Gam3r01]

What do you mean when you open it up?

 

[adam_91]

What do you mean when you open it up?

To replace the motherboard, you have to open the PC up -_-. If i buy a new motherboard, does it come with the CPU or not?

 

[Gam3r01]

Oh.
No, the motherboard is just the motherboard. You have to purchase the processor that goes inside of it. I would also recommend purchasing some new ram as well, and you will have to buy a new copy of windows as well.

 

[adam_91]

Oh.
No, the motherboard is just the motherboard. You have to purchase the processor that goes inside of it. I would also recommend purchasing some new ram as well, and you will have to buy a new copy of windows as well.

You have to put this band thing on when you do this, whats it called? Recommend any RAM? Why do you need to buy a new copy of windows, i seriously don't get that.

 

[Gam3r01]

You dont need an antistatic wristband, Ive never used it.
Quality, cheap ram: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/crucial-memory-bls2k4g3d169ds3
Unless you own a retail copy of windows the OS is tied to the motherboard. Since Im assuming you have a prebuilt system, you will need a non OEM copy.

 

[adam_91]

You dont need an antistatic wristband, Ive never used it.
Quality, cheap ram: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/crucial-memory-bls2k4g3d169ds3
Unless you own a retail copy of windows the OS is tied to the motherboard. Since Im assuming you have a prebuilt system, you will need a non OEM copy.

non OEM copy? Huh
Yeah, i got a pre-built PC

 

[Gam3r01]

Some company made your PC and sold it to you, they bought a single use copy of windows to put on it (its cheaper). They are an OEM.
Since you would be buying and building directly, you are a retail user (non OEM). Which is why you need a new copy.

 

[adam_91]

Some company made your PC and sold it to you, they bought a single use copy of windows to put on it (its cheaper). They are an OEM.
Since you would be buying and building directly, you are a retail user (non OEM). Which is why you need a new copy.

Ok, i need new motherboard, which in this case i chose Z97-PRO GAMER, i need new RAM, new copy of windows, and a new processor. If i buy a new motherboard, i can still use my AMD for now until i get intel? Thanks for the help buddy

 

[Gam3r01]

You can continue to use your current processor on the current board, the new board needs an intel processor.
I suggest going into the components section, and posting a budget where you can get recommendations when you are ready to purchase. (prices and things change)

 

[adam_91]

You can continue to use your current processor on the current board, the new board needs an intel processor.
I suggest going into the components section, and posting a budget where you can get recommendations when you are ready to purchase. (prices and things change)

I will buy the board then wait till i get the processor, and windows, do i really need new RAM?

 

[Gam3r01]

You may not have to, but you didnt list what you are current running.

 

[adam_91]

You can continue to use your current processor on the current board, the new board needs an intel processor.
I suggest going into the components section, and posting a budget where you can get recommendations when you are ready to purchase. (prices and things change)

Storage: SATA 2 - 3Gb/s
MSI (Micro Star) A68HM GRENADE

I forgot to mention these

 

[Gam3r01]

You shouldnt need new ram then.

 

[adam_91]

You shouldnt need new ram then.

Thanks for the help

 

[adam_91]

You shouldnt need new ram then.

Do you recommend any Graphics Cards?

 

[adam_91]

You shouldnt need new ram then.

Becuase, i told my ICT teacher, and he said is everything compatible, but i'm really confused. Should i buy all the stuff and test it? Oh, he said i would need more RAM, they come in pairs. Have any cases you recommend? I don't have a suitable one. Want a pic of it?