[SOLVED] CPU upgrade

[Smoke_n_noMirror]

I have a Dell Optiplex 380. Ive been slowly upgrading things here and there. And im now at a point to where i need to make bigger improvements. Im thinking new motherboard which would allow me to upgrade processor, ram, ect. The power supply im using is a 775w max (+3.3v/+5v/+12v/+12v/-12v/+5vsb) .

From there i need help. Id like to find a new motherboard to allow the pc to meet greater needs. But I also dont know what id be looking for for the rest of the build. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[siaan312]

What are the current specs, if possible of both your current upgraded, and original parts.

 

[Wolfshadw]

Dell Optiplex 380 Technical Guidebook
The Dell Optiplex 380s are all BTX form factors. Getting a new motherboard/CPU/RAM also means you will need a new case.

-Wolf sends

 

[Smoke_n_noMirror]

Good info. Thanks.

 

[Smoke_n_noMirror]

Dell Optiplex 380 Technical Guidebook
The Dell Optiplex 380s are all BTX form factors. Getting a new motherboard/CPU/RAM also means you will need a new case.

-Wolf sends

Any recommendations for a case, board, cpu and ram. I just need a pc that can edit video and potentially play new games at low frame rate

 

[Wolfshadw]

Depends on your budget and where you're located in the world.

-Wolf sends

 

[Smoke_n_noMirror]

US and under 1000?

 

[Wolfshadw]

As you said, you've been slowly upgrading the system. Would help to know what you currently have so we can know what to bring forward into the new build. Please be specific with brands and model numbers (in particular with the power supply).

-Wolf sends