Essential tools in the comp builder's toolbox - tips and tricks

[Voices]

So, when putting together that new build of yours, what tools or other equipment can you not be without?


Would be great to hear about everyone's tips and tricks


(If posted in the wrong section, please move/delete.)

 

[LiamJ]

This should be in General Hardware!

I have nothing to really contribute so far, but I have a new case on the way, and having never properly built a computer from scratch before, this could be a useful thread.

 

[manbearpig]

Screwdriver.

 

[RJC]

Hammer.

 

[mike gunnz]

Blowtorch.

 

[stevewah]

and ya wife

 

[wannabedamned]

Main tool outside the screwdriver used in my office is the Cat5 to USB adapter. Internet with no hassle is an amazing thing.

 

[mast3r]

A Mig Welder and Plasma

 

[LiamJ]

So much for this being a helpful thread!

 

[Frozennova]

Array of screw drivers
Tweezers
Long nose pliers
Torch

Oh and I have also used a hammer and chisel on my system as well.

 

[233]

selection of screw drivers(mainly posi)
lots of various size cable ties
set of snips(for above)
mug of tea

 

[RJC]

Serious note:

Long nose pliers.
Selection of screwdrivers
Spanner (when watercooling) (not me)
Cable ties
Side cutters
Wire for linking PSU when commissioning watercooling.

 

[Duke_]

Antistatic wrist strap

 

[cammy5477]

good thermal paste
thermal paste remover if your changing chips over

 

[cammy5477]

Antistatic wrist strap

+1
essential

 

[mike gunnz]

Seriously though the most essential tool is time. I've made some daft and near disastrous mistakes when rushing and not concentrating on what I'm doing esp if water cooling is involved.

 

[mast3r]

Antistatic wrist strap

This is for the Novice (noob)

 

[cammy5477]

This is for the Novice (noob)

thats just stupid

why take a chance?

 

[jaybee]

I never use a wrist strap. Never killed any components either.

As for stuff:

IPA
AS5
Various screwdrivers on hand, preferably magnetic
Stuff for cable tidying like tape
Jumper pin remover

 

[mike gunnz]

thats just stupid

why take a chance?

Not really. Just touch a metal part of the case before laying hands on a component and you'll discharge any static build up. Not used a wrist strap myself in years although I used one when I was a novice. If they give you peace of mind then why not I guess.