Sage-Tips

What can I do with an old motherboard?

One popular way to reuse motherboards (and other printed circuits) is to turn them into other items. We’ve already shown you how to convert old motherboards into new items, and the same can also be done for RAM, another type of printed circuit.

Can you cut a motherboard in half?

No, it is not possible to taking an existing motherboard and make it physically smaller. There are no parts of a motherboard which could be removed or cut off. They are complex devices with a great many circuit paths laid out on them to interconnect all of the components.

Can you design a motherboard?

Now you’re pretty much able to design your own motherboard if you understood every single step you have done and it boots. Design it, call Foxconn or Quanta with documentation on what you need each IC to do and programming to the ICs you chose. You’ll need a custom built BIOS, but the manufacturer can make that happen.

Can I use any motherboard for my desktop?

There are many motherboard manufacturers, but only two CPU vendors. The CPU is the core of your PC and so it follows that you need to select a motherboard that is compatible with your CPU, be it from Intel or AMD. You need to limit your motherboard search to only the motherboards that can fit into your computer’s case.

Can I throw away computer parts?

Most towns and cities have drop-off locations for computer recycling, and many computer retailers, such as Staples, offer recycling or trade-in services. If you have a lot of computer equipment to dispose of, there are even professional services that will come to your office to pick up your old tech.

What can I use to cut a motherboard?

The 2 tools I found to be the most useful were metal sheers and a jigsaw. The metal sheers cut through the PCB material like scissors through cardboard. For the jigsaw, I used some cheap metal cutting blades.

Does it matter what motherboard I get?

Motherboards do not directly influence your gaming performance at all. What your motherboard type will do, is allow your graphics card and processor to perform better (or worse).

Can you use old parts on a new motherboard?

If the old one is in particularly good shape, then you might be able to reuse it. You’ll have to make sure it’s powerful enough to cool your new CPU, though (check the TDP). It will also need to fit the socket on your new motherboard.