subject: How to Build a Computer [print this page] How to Build a Computer How to Build a Computer
There are people who need it office purposes while there are others who need it for gaming purposes. All of these requirements have different specifications and it also becomes cheaper if you construct your own computer. Also, if you have built your own computer, it becomes easier for you to change the components or make repairs when there is some problem.
There are basically 8 steps which will help you in building your own computer. The first step is to figure out the purpose for the computer. Make a list of all the things that you need and as per it, find out which components which will work best with it. Make sure that you decide whether you are using brand new components or old pieces. The next step is to find a place where you can work without the normal problems of dust and disturbance. Also, make sure that there is no carpet as the presence of the same can lead to static problems. The next step is to unscrew all the parts and figure out the requirements. After this is done, get the feet, power supply and the inner fan for use. The motherboard should be kept handy for installation. Though most of the components come with screws nowadays, there is always the chance of getting one which does not. In this case, you will have to mount all the other parts before pairing the motherboard. Always remember that the screws should not be overtly tight as it might pose problems in the fitting of the computer.
The next step is to configure the motherboard along with the CPU and the cooler. Now attach the power cord to the motherboard by connecting it to the power outlet. There are also smaller power cords which need to be attached to the LED screen and other components. The next step out here is to install the hard drives and other disks by using the manual instructions that are given along with the hardware. This should be done carefully so that there is no untoward mishap. Finally, figure out which operating system is the best for your needs and install it accordingly. Now that all this is done you can sit back and enjoy!
