But really, since new socket 478 motherboards usually run between $50-$100 USD depending on the type of application they require (the type of processor, components attached, etc.), there’s no reason to not go with a new motherboard. These motherboards tend to be very delicate pieces of hardware that do require that each and every transistor, resistor, and capacitor be functional and attached as required. Used boards aren’t usually a good idea to go for unless you know and trust the person or company selling them. Refurbished motherboards tend to be of a little bit higher quality than a standard “used” one, but it’s important that you know the difference and are able to detect when a motherboard may actually be used (in the basic sense of the word) and not actually refurbished? Do you know the difference?
Well, a refurbished motherboard is just like a refurbished computer. It’s a board that’s probably been taken out of another computer that has been returned or scrapped, brought back to complete working condition, tested extensively, and put back out in the stores for sales. While these are usually very good and very cheap, there’s still a risk when buying one.
Why’s that? Well, no matter how well it’s been rebuilt, it’s still been rebuilt. There are still parts that could be showing signs of wear and will fail earlier than if you’d just bought one new. That’s why I always recommend buying cheaper components new. A laptop, okay, you could probably get away with getting one refurbished. A motherboard? C’mon, pony up the dough and just go for a new one. You’re going to save yourself a lot of hassle in the long term if you do it that way.
Anyway, cheap socket 478 refurbished motherboards are usually found at places like Amazon or TigerDirect. Check out either of them and I’m sure you’ll find what you’re looking for.
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