Upgrading HP DC 5800 MicroTower

[TheBlurrg]

I want to upgrade this PC’s motherboard, it has a mATX form factor, with a intel core I 2 duo. If it is not possible to get another motherboard for a DC 5800 MicroTower, could I upgrade the CPU, if so which one would be Ideal?

Any help on the matter would appreciated

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Hi:

The motherboards are proprietary, you would only be able to install a motherboard from another dc5800 in there.

Below is the link to the dc5800 quickspecs.  The list of supported processors can be found on page 7.

http://www.nordykassociates.com/pdf/dc5800%20QuickSpecs.pdf

[TheBlurrg]

Thanks for the info, one other thing, could I install a SSD into this desktop?

[TheBlurrg]

Would I need another power supply for an intel core 2 duo E8400 processor, and how can I check what processor I currently have without taking the PC apart?

[TheBlurrg]

I was also wondering if you have any advice on the kind of graphics card I should get for this computer.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome.

You would not need a stronger power supply than the 300W one your notebook has now.

Doesn't matter anyway, as those cannot be upgraded either.

SSD...best if your PC has a RAID or AHCI BIOS storage controller setting.   IDE is not that good for SSD's--performance wise.

I suppose you can install one regardless.  I have one in a dc7800 (upscale, model of yours) and it works great.  But mine has the AHCI drive controller setting.

Graphics card...I would get a used but tested and working Dell HD 6450 1 GB graphics card for your model.

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/DELL-AMD-ATI-HD-6450-1GB-VIDEO-CARD-0K6HDT-K6HDT/323795095966?hash=item4b63b...