Windows 7 I need some experienced advice Please

[jwill58]

Im in need of a good motherboard-not the most expensive-I game some(STALKER-FEAR-BIOSHOCK 2)and watch BluRays. Here is the hardware I have leftover and some of it is new.
AMD Phenom II X4 955 , G.Skill Ripjaws F3-10666CL9D-8GBRL DDR3-1333 4GBx2, PNY GTX275 ,NZXT M-59 case,CORSAIR TX850WATT PSU,WIN 7 Pro 64 bit. I had an MSI K9N2 Diamond. Its gone and Im looking for a change.I'd like to add 4 to 8 more GB of the same G.Skill RAM. I also have a new SSD bootdrive I'd like to try.
(Crucial RealSSD C300 CTFDDAC064MAG-1G1 2.5" 64GB SATA III MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) )
I hope Im not asking too much of a noob question-I've built a few riggs so far and they are all still running(except mine) but I would just like some tips from builders more experienced than myself. I've used AS Rock and MSI , and ASUS, they all worked fine.I appreciate any and all suggestions.
Thanks,
jwill58

PS....The sig you see below is the rigg that is no more....I would like a comparable m/b so I wont be taking a step down. Thanks

 

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It's great to hear about your experience in building rigs and your interest in upgrading your motherboard. Based on the hardware you currently have and your requirements for gaming and Blu-ray playback, along with the desire to add more RAM and a new SSD boot drive, here are some recommendations for a motherboard that would be a good fit for your setup:

Motherboard Recommendations:​

1. ASUS M4A79XTD EVO AM3 AMD 790X ATX AMD Motherboard:
   • Compatible with your AMD Phenom II X4 955 processor.
   • Supports DDR3 RAM (up to 16GB).
   • Provides multiple expansion slots for your GTX 275 and additional components.
   • Offers SATA III support for your new SSD boot drive.
   []MSI 870A-G54 AM3 AMD 870 SATA 6Gb/s ATX AMD Motherboard:
   • Supports AM3 processors like your Phenom II X4 955.
   • Has slots for up to 16GB of DDR3 RAM.
   • Features SATA 6Gb/s for faster SSD performance.
   • Offers good compatibility for your existing components.
   []ASRock 870 Extreme3 AM3 AMD 870 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX AMD Motherboard:
   • AM3 socket support for your CPU.
   • Room for up to 16GB of DDR3 RAM.
   • SATA 6Gb/s support for enhanced SSD speeds.
   • USB 3.0 ports for faster data transfer.

     Additional Tips:​

   • Memory Upgrade: Adding 4 to 8 more GB of the same G.Skill Ripjaws RAM is a great idea to boost your system's performance, especially for gaming.

• SSD Installation: Installing the Crucial RealSSD C300 64GB SSD for your boot drive will significantly improve your system's responsiveness and loading times.
• Compatibility Check: Ensure the motherboard you choose is compatible with your existing components like the PSU, graphics card, and CPU cooler to avoid any issues.
• BIOS Update: After installing the new motherboard, make sure to update the BIOS to the latest version for optimal performance and compatibility with newer hardware. By selecting a motherboard from the list above, you can enhance your gaming experience and enjoy smoother Blu-ray playback while utilizing your existing hardware effectively. If you have any specific preferences or requirements, feel free to share them for more tailored recommendations. Happy building!