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Do all ATX motherboards have the same standoffs?
From experience over many years, they are all standard threads and size, but not length, that varies by case manufacturer. Generally a computer case will come with 9 standoffs to meet ATX standards, unless the case is smaller. The majority of ATX motherboards will use 6, smaller boards even less.
Do all rams fit all motherboards?
No, “all RAM” does not fit into “all motherboards”. There’s DDR, DDR2, DDR3, DDR4 – and various speeds within each of those. The motherboard vendor website should list what’s compatible.
Do all motherboards have the same RAM slots?
How Many RAM Slots Are There In a Motherboard? Typically, motherboards have a total of 4 RAM slots or two pairs when they are dual-channel. Some high-end motherboards may contain as many as eight slots, and in supercomputers, there may be multiple motherboards per system, up to 32 slots total.
Do you need Mobo standoffs?
Do I Need Motherboard Standoffs? Yes, you do. However, you may not need to install standoffs. Many computer cases come with standoffs built directly onto the case or preinstalled for you.
Do motherboards need to be screwed in?
No, you don’t actually need all of them. Some people are saying standoffs are serving as a grounding points for MoBo but that’s just plain stupid because standoffs are non-conductive and as such can’t serve as a ground points. MoBo is grounded through PSU.
Can any RAM work with any CPU?
The RAM’s standard is defined by JEDEC, and any RAM module which is within the specifications set by JEDEC will work with any CPU and Motherboard which supports that same standard.
How do I know if my RAM is compatible with my CPU?
From the Windows Start menu, search for System Information on your computer and open the app. Under System Summary, you will find your Processor. Using this information, search for your specific processor on the manufacturer website to see what RAM is compatible with your processor.
Can I use all 4 slots of RAM?
A common misconception about RAM is that you can put any RAM into any slot. You can do that, but it won’t work, or it will work ineffectively. If you have four RAM slots, always buy matched pairs of RAM (two sticks from the same company, same speed, and same capacity) for the best results.
Can I use 8GB and 16GB RAM together?
Yes you can, but I wouldn’t recommend it, as the 16GB will be used as 8GB to run dual-channel with the 8GB you likely already have, and the other half will be used as single-channel. It’s also better to have the same type of ram, as to not affect performance via the voltage, controllers and whatnot.
Is ATX better than micro-ATX?
If you want to build a budget-friendly gaming PC, your best bet is to go with a micro-ATX motherboard. The only real difference is that standard ATX motherboards offer better aesthetics, more PCIe slots, and beefier VRMs for overclocking.