Round 1: Before selecting a motherboard, you should know what kind of CPU you're getting, what kind of video card or cards you want, the kind of RAM you want, and if you want to install any extra cards, such as a network card.
Memory: Make sure the type of memory you've chosen is supported by the motherboard. This means the speed, type (which could be DDR, DDR2, DDR3, etc.), number of pins, and size of the module.
Onboard Audio: Get this if you don't want to buy a sound card. Buying a motherboard with onboard audio is usually a good idea.
Onboard Video: This is if you don't want to buy a video card. Buying a motherboard with onboard video is usually a bad idea.
Rear Panel Ports: These include PS/2 (used by some mice and keyboards), USB, IEEE Firewire (used by some devices, similar to USB), S/PDIF Out (a type of audio port), and other audio ports. In most cases, everything you need is included. Just make sure the motherboard has enough USB ports.
Expansion Slots: These include PCI and PCI-E slots, which are used for things like video cards and network cards. Make sure there's an open slot on the motherboard for the card you want to install. Consider what cards you may add in the future, and whether or not the motherboard has enough extra slots.
Onboard LAN: If you don't want to spend money and time looking for a network card, this is a good idea.
Socket Type: This is the type of CPU the motherboard supports. This needs to match the socket type of the CPU.
How to Choose a Motherboard for Your Computer
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Search online for as many motherboards as possible to get the best deal.
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