Upgrading LGA 775 board

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HalfLifer

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Im doing a repair on a friends computer, and I need some quick advice since Im not too Intel savvy.

Its running a Biostar P4M800-M7 with a P4 (duno which one, cant even POST). Basically the mobo is dead and I gotta swap it out. Problem is, not many DDR1 boards out today, atleast I cant find any.

What are my options here? DDR2 board and new memory?
 
I wouldn't buy a DDR board. Your friend probably has 2GB or less RAM, right? You can get a 4GB kit for under $50 shipped now, a 2GB kit under $30 shipped. Better off buying a newer, better featureset board and new RAM. In fact, if they can afford another $50 or so you could pick up a used C2D (or a new E2xxx series) that would completely destroy the P4, guaranteed.
 
Well, if the guy is only willing to spend the least amount of money possible, then you can pickup a board from JTY's suggested retailer for $30, shipped. But if he wants an upgrade and can afford a bit more, he can certainly upgrade for a fairly low cost, especially if you're near a Fry's. But I agree, if the repair costs even half as much as a new setup, I'd go for a new setup.
 
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