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currently i am using ( ASUS- P5KPL-AM/PS )
with Intel® Core™2 Quad Processor Q8200S (4M Cache, 2.33 GHz, 1333 MHz FSB) but i am not satisfied with this Motherboard
some times my system will slightly hang for a second rapidly and i want to change my motherboard with another asus motherboard OR some one else but priority is asus and my budget is INR Rs: 3000.00 or $62.00 please suggest me

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Brief intermittent freezes that last a second are often caused by RAM, storage, drivers or power issues — not always the motherboard. Before buying a replacement, run a short hardware-first checklist so money isn’t wasted. ’s reminder about choosing a reliable board and ’s point about chipset compatibility are sensible, but diagnose the cause first.

Run these checks in order:

  • Inspect Windows Event Viewer for repeating error IDs (power, disk, or driver faults).
  • Test memory with a dedicated tool (run an overnight pass): MemTest86.
  • Check drive health using SMART (bootable tool or CrystalDiskInfo): CrystalDiskInfo.
  • Boot a Linux live-USB to see if hangs persist outside your OS — isolates software vs hardware.
  • Do a short stress run (CPU and I/O) to try and reproduce the freeze.

Quick hardware checks and cautions: reseat RAM and cables, try one RAM stick at a time, inspect the board for bulging capacitors, and test with a known-good PSU if possible. Update chipset and graphics drivers first. If you consider a BIOS update, follow the vendor procedure exactly and back up important data before flashing.

If a new board is needed, prioritize socket and BIOS support for the CPU, strong VRM design for multi-core stability, correct form factor, required SATA/USB ports and a seller return policy/warranty. Buy from a reputable supplier and test the system in a minimal configuration immediately after swap so failures can be isolated quickly.

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i`ve used gigabyte and i think it`s one of the best available out there

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currently i am using ( ASUS- P5KPL-AM/PS )
with Intel® Core™2 Quad Processor Q8200S (4M Cache, 2.33 GHz, 1333 MHz FSB) but i am not satisfied with this Motherboard
some times my system will slightly hang for a second rapidly and i want to change my motherboard with another asus motherboard OR some one else but priority is asus and my budget is INR Rs: 3000.00 or $62.00 please suggest me

Hello JAAN
I suggest you have to buy Intel® G31 Express Chipset it is the best
motherboard for Intel prosessors which is support
Intel® Core™2 Duo processor
Intel® Core™2 Quad processor
and it is not so costly and ASUS brand
here is full Specification of this technology
www.intel.com/support/graphics/intelg31/index.htm
Your sinciere

jannat2earth

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