Computer Components and Upgrade Deals

A straightforward option for anyone repairing or refurbishing a Latitude 7490 rather than replacing the whole machine, since sourcing a compatible motherboard with the processor already attached saves the hassle of matching parts separately. Buy Now at Newegg

A straightforward swap for anyone repairing an Aspire E5-471G rather than replacing the whole machine, since finding a matching board with the i5-4210U and GT820M already soldered on saves the hassle of sourcing components separately. Buy Now at Newegg

A drop-in replacement board for HP ProDesk 600 and 680 G6 tower systems, which makes it useful if your original motherboard has failed and you want to avoid the cost of a full system replacement. Buy Now at Newegg

A practical upgrade path for anyone with a Flex 11 Chromebook that has a failed or underperforming motherboard, since swapping the board is often cheaper than replacing the whole machine. Buy Now at Newegg

A small but frustrating detail when building a PC is discovering your case's pre-installed I/O shield doesn't match your board, and this replacement is the one made specifically for the EX-B250M-V3 to ensure a clean, proper fit. Buy Now at Newegg

A practical find for anyone repairing a Dell Inspiron 5566 rather than replacing the whole unit, since sourcing the correct motherboard is usually the most critical and costly step in the process. Buy Now at Newegg

Data center operators or anyone managing blade server infrastructure will recognize the M1000E as Dell's enterprise blade enclosure, and a spare or replacement 2,700W power supply at a discount is worth picking up if you're running that hardware and want redundancy on hand. Buy Now at Newegg

Useful for anyone building a multi-GPU mining rig or a custom open-air server rack where you need to mount graphics cards away from the motherboard's PCIe slots. The 6-pack pricing makes more sense than buying individual risers if you're outfitting a full rig at once. Buy Now at Newegg

Adds a second PCIe x16 slot to your motherboard, which is useful if you've run out of expansion slots and need to add another GPU, capture card, or other full-size PCIe device without upgrading your entire board. Buy Now at Newegg

A solid option for replacing a failed or noisy fan in a smaller PC case or compact cooling setup, since 70mm fans are less common and harder to source locally than standard 80mm or 120mm sizes. Buy Now at Newegg

A straightforward pick for PC builders who want case airflow with some RGB lighting but don't want to spend much, since three fans together usually run $30 or more and these come in well under that. Buy Now at Newegg

A straightforward option for anyone looking to reduce system noise without spending much, since 120mm quiet fans are one of the simplest upgrades you can make to an existing PC build. Buy Now at Newegg

Scythe is a well-regarded Japanese cooling brand among PC builders, and the Grand Tornado's PWM control lets your motherboard automatically adjust fan speed based on temperature rather than running at full noise all the time. A reasonable pick for anyone looking to replace a noisy stock case fan or add airflow to a budget build. Buy Now at Newegg

Sold in a 30x100cm sheet you cut to size, this is a practical option for PC builders who want to cover intake vents, fan mounts, or any custom opening without being limited to pre-cut dimensions. Buy Now at Newegg

A compact form factor case built for home theater setups, where the goal is a PC that sits in your entertainment center without drawing attention to itself. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact enough to sit on a desk without taking up much space, this case suits anyone building a small form-factor PC who wants a cleaner setup than a full-size tower allows. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact mid-tower cases at this size tend to suit builders who want a smaller desktop footprint without giving up standard Micro-ATX or Mini-ITX motherboard compatibility, and the V500 fits that niche without requiring a full tower build. Buy Now at Newegg

A straightforward solution for PC builders running multiple case fans who want centralized control over airflow without occupying several motherboard headers. Buy Now at Newegg

A practical grab if your Toshiba Satellite A200 is overheating or shutting down unexpectedly, since a failing cooling fan is one of the more common culprits in that laptop generation. Buy Now at Newegg