Question about the Hp A6614f desktop computer. [ Edited ]

[4znsouljaz]

I am planning to upgrade the computer case/videocard/psu.

Can I transfer all the existing computer parts on the stock hp case to a new case or i can't?

This is the case im planning to get http://www.frys.com/product/5520150?site=srEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG

Videocard: http://www.frys.com/product/5851543?site=srEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG

PSU:http://www.frys.com/product/5016455?site=srEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG

ARe all these parts compatible with the current hardware of the computer?

Message Edited by 4znsouljaz on 08-26-2009 03:52 AM

[erico]

Hi,

The new case should work. The problem, or maybe not really an issue, that you will run into is that you will not be able to get an I/O backplate that will fit. Take a look at the stickies in desktop computers --> hardware and take a read.  

The video card is fine. It doesn't require PCI-e power connectors.

 Your PSU link doesn't work. Corsair makes high quality PSUs at a reasonable price.

regards,

erico 

[4znsouljaz]

Can anyone link the sticky thread about th I/O backplate problem if im going to transfer the current parts of the hp a6614f to the antec 300.

[Rooifalk]

i dont see any sticky about that either....but im pretty sure...but not 100 percent sure your I/O shield plate is pretty standard....if you wanna be sure...i suggest calling HP support and ask them...i did..and they didnt get pissed at me when i told em reason why i swapped chassis....why it may be a good reason to call supposrt is that sometimes on HP machines the VGA port is coverd by a black plastic thing..that makes IO shield plate stick to the mother board..wich makes it harder to install...cause then you have to move motherboard into position with I/O shield on there..look at back of HP pc and see if its coverd...its not screws to remove it so ask HP how to mabe do it...or maybe leave it ther..hear what they say...and make sure antec chassis support mother board you got..think you got micro ATX...but check that also

Message Edited by Rooifalk on 08-26-2009 07:50 PM

[erico]

Hi,

There is no sticky specifically about an I/O backplate. That would actually be a bit of a waste of time.

My explanation  is personal knowlege gleaned through experience.

Normally, people put a fresh manufacturers motherboard out of the box into a new case.

Motherboards come with I/O backplates as an accessory to use in PC enclosures (cases).

What you are doing is not standard so...unless the backplate will come off of your HP case you just won't have a backplate.

Backplates are configured to match port and input locations the rear of a motherboard.

Most of them are slightly different.

I hope that I have clarified it for you.  

regards,

erico 

[Rooifalk]

well friend of mine moved moherboard out of HP a6441.sc..and the mother board and I/O shield came out...just the problem i told you about the I/O plate being stuck on mother board cause that black plastic cap covering VGA port didnt come off...sure its possible to remove...but no idea how...says dont remove also why i said better tall to HP tech about it..they will also tell you if everything is removable...if they give you probs i will call them for you and ask..justt tell me