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| 1409469 | 2015-10-07 08:27:00 | Now, I have to try find a post here that I think waihuitech advised a person getting a new mobo and wanted to know if he can use existing HDD with OS etc on his new board without having to do a complete reinstal of everything. From memory, wainuitech explained that it can be done and how to achieve it. Thanks to all who responded with advice/suggestions. Here ya go :thumbs: - make-windows-7-bootable-after-motherboard-swap.html (www.sevenforums.com) The article, saves looking through. Simply use the ISO of paragon Adaptive restore, boot the new Hardware from the CD, and follow instructions. In the article, when you get to step 5 use the first option - Adjust the OS Automatically. I have Paragon Adaptive Restore on other Paragon Software, but this does the same thing, never had it fail yet :) The other way is to sysprep the Original OS, but thats another story ;) Once rebooted you may have to reactivate Windows. AND of course install any new drivers for the different Hardware, if the CD didn't come with the MB, then go to gigabytes site and download them. |
wainuitech (129) | ||
| 1409470 | 2015-10-07 08:48:00 | mate, youre dreaming if you think you can repair this board . Dont even waste your time thinking about it. Just replace it. Or use it as is. How old is it, some gigabyte boards have/had 2 year warranty . If you can get the schematic it's not impossible. I've repaired some, but you really need the schematic if it is something more complicated than replacing capacitors or BIOS chip, unless you get lucky with an obviously blown MOSFET or something. Schematics for laptops are much easier to get than motherboards though. |
Agent_24 (57) | ||
| 1409471 | 2015-10-07 20:00:00 | If you can get the schematic it's not impossible. I've repaired some, but you really need the schematic if it is something more complicated than replacing capacitors or BIOS chip, unless you get lucky with an obviously blown MOSFET or something. Schematics for laptops are much easier to get than motherboards though. Sure , anything is possible. But the chances of him managing a successful onboard repair are near zero, thats what I was implying. :) The chances of non technical, joe Average, hoping to fix this by poking around with a soldering iron are pretty slim There are a few specialists that still do board level repairs, ie replacing chipsets , but they do have the expertise & equipment to do so. Ive never seen published schematics for motherboards, are they actually available ? |
1101 (13337) | ||
| 1409472 | 2015-10-07 20:41:00 | Motherboard makers don't publish them as far as I know, but sometimes they get leaked etc and they turn up online, often on Chinese or Russian etc websites, but you need to get creative with your Google searches! It all depends on the board though, and some manufacturers are harder to find than others. Laptop schematics are much more prolific I noticed for some reason, and there are many sites to buy them or download for free. A good repair forum is also often a way to find them, sometimes someone will have them and all you have to do is ask. |
Agent_24 (57) | ||
| 1409473 | 2015-10-23 02:17:00 | wainuitech, thanks for that info. I had to DL the motherboard drivers CD. Late reply from me sorry. | kioti (17360) | ||
| 1409474 | 2015-10-23 02:28:00 | Agent 24 and 1101, thank you both. I do have a working knowledge of electronic circuits gained from a 2 year course in electronic servicing that I did in the UK in 1995. But, I do not have the specialized equipment for fault/signal tracing now though I can make a signal injector....as for obvious things like blown caps or burnt chips they easy to see but not always show burnt heat spots on PCB's. Same as for discreet components like zener diodes or any diode and resistor/coil....they do not show visible signs of failure. Anyway...I was kinda joking when I asked if anyone had a circuit diagram though having one would make a hunt for fault easier. As for unsoldering a Northbridge chip, well i have never unsoldered any chip having more than more than 8 pins. :D cheers. | kioti (17360) | ||
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