I have an old dell dimension 4500 that still works, but I would like to put a new motherboard/CPU and video card in it. Can I do this? Someone told me you cant upgrade Dell equipment because of PROPRIETARY case designs.. IE, only a very specific motherboard will fit....Thanx Not true...
However you will want to add a new PSU to your shopping list as they were propietary in older Dells...Ok, thanx.. To be specific, this is what Id like to do- install a XFX nForce 750i SLI Extreme Edition Motherboard W/ Intel Pentium Dual Core E5400 Processor w/ Fan Bundle and a decent PCIE video card, also a new power supply. Id really like to find out if this specific motherboard set up will fit my existing ( Dell dimension 4500) case/ attachment points without any ( or at least not serious/ complicated) modifications. Again, thanx for all your input.Yes.
The anchor points are STANDARDIZED...
Remember to USE the brass/PVC standoffs between the MBoard and the case...
And do NOT overtighten the hold down screws.