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How to build a new PC

mattchapman

mattchapman

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I've never built a computer before. There is tons of info here on what components to use so I'm not too worried about that. However, once I have my carefully chosen pile of shiny new components...what then? Is it simply a case of plugging it all together and turning on the power? I suspect not, so I'm looking for some guidance or resources on how to do it.

I'm pretty tech savvy - I've installed new hard drives, RAM and Win7 but just never built a PC from scratch before. Maybe its a piece of cake or maybe this requires a degree in computer science...



Thanks
 
There are several how-to-build guides available in the GenHard FAQ sticky. Check it out.
 
It is pretty easy, the hardest part is usualy wiring the power and reset buttons on the case. All of the rest of the parts only fit one way ;)
 
What has helped me. Having a build order plan. Think about what might block other parts and do it in the best order. Make sure to use mobo standoffs. The Intel integration video for processor was useful for me. If you use Intel obviously. Give yourself plenty of time and take your time.
 
mattchapman said:
Is it simply a case of plugging it all together and turning on the power?
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Pretty much! ^-^ Just select a big enough case (a long graphic card can easily block up to 2 drive bays even in some medium tower cases), and one with cable management features, together with a modular PSU to keeps cables to minimum.

I also systematically add a cheap $10-15 internal multicard reader to all my rigs and stick to main brands for the rest to reduce the risk of incompatibilities.

Choosing a motherboard today suck: Most offer 1 Gb/s Ethernet and excellent audio, but it's still early to find any with more than 2 USB 3.0 front and back ports, full SATA 6 Gb/s (not mixed 3-6 Gb/s,) and of course SandyBridge all in one package.

Speakers make a huge difference too if you frequently watch music or listen to movies from your computer. ^-^ I got a Logitech Z-Cinema system years ago, still excellent today.
 
Buy a big case, small, cramped cases can make a build more difficult than it needs to be (My crap case caused shorts or something when I first put the motherboard in the tray).
 
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