I have been considering what new motherboard + processor to get that will work with Linux without any problems. I like the look of this one, MSI FM2-A75MA-E35: http://uk.msi.com/product/mb/FM2-A75MA-E35.html It has a VGA socket and a sufficient number of USB sockets. It appears to come with something called Winki 3, "a free Linux-based O/S which is based on the Linux core". Has anyone any experience of using that? Is it safe to assume that the board would work with Debian? One possible problem that I have noticed is that I currently have a board that uses a single 20-pin ATX connector. The FM2-A75MA-E35 requires a 24-pin connector and a separate 4-pin 12v CPU power connector. I will have to investigate whether my PSU has a 4-pin connector. Maplin have an 20 to 24-pin adaptor, and for that to work, no extra voltages would be required. So why was the change from 20-pin connectors made and would I be better advised to get a new case or PSU? The web page also gives links for a number of drivers. Are boards supplied with the latest drivers or would I have to install these, something I have no idea of how to do? I would be grateful for any advice. I have no doubt there are some on this mailing list who know far more about this sort ot thing than I do! Peter Alefounder.
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