Solved! Help neded: Hp envy 17 motherboard issues

[praegers]

My motherboard is toast after just over 3 years use. At the moment I can't afford to get a replacement but I need a computer for work (vicious circle). Can I replace the motherboard? Is it a bad idea? Is it common for Hp to have this sort of issue?

 

[cin19]

Can I replace the motherboard? Is it a bad idea?

You can replace it. Because the warranty is over, you need to buy the exactly model either from ebay/amazon or from HP. After that you are better go to local PC shop ask for help, let them do the job for you.