How easy is it building your PC?

MattandJet

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:D;)Hello all,

Newbie here :D

Just wondering, are there any help guides on the internet that tell you how to build a computer, because Im not sure whether to buy the components individually off the internet (cheaper) or to buy a ready built PC from a shop.

Thanks, Matt.:p
 
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MattandJet said:
:D;)Hello all,

Newbie here :D

Just wondering, are there any help guides on the internet that tell you how to build a computer, because Im not sure whether to buy the components individually off the internet (cheaper) or to buy a ready built PC from a shop.

Thanks, Matt.:p
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Hi and welcome you may find this info helpful http://www.tomshardware.com/2002/09/04/building_your_own_pc/

http://www.buildyourown.org.uk/pc-building/

Buying individual components will be more cost effective. If you have a pre set budget in mind post components on forum and other members will chip in with ideas regarding components and what would be ideal regarding what applications you want to use ect.
 
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its pretty straight forward but at the same time if your new to it then its best to watch a m8 at least once to see how he does it.
 
Just look around, I am reading loads of guides. I am going to build my first rig very soon. I don't really think it can be hard.
 
It really isn't that hard to do, just take your time and don't force anything too hard initially, generally parts will only fit one way and it will be obvious which way that is. If you get stuck then ask here, someone will probably be able to guide you through it. :)
 
Yeah, it's pretty easy really. Most everything these days only fits one way so unless you're forcing something where it doesn't go it's tough to mess up badly. Be nice and gentle with everything and don't shuffle about on carpet in your socks on a dry winter day before starting. ;)

My other habit is wrenching on old cars and building and maintaining PCs, while less understood, is vastly more simple. It's like putting the pieces of a puzzle together really; this bit fits here, this one goes here, this goes there, it all fits together.
 
Just make sure you build it on a ESD mat to discharge and static electricity as some components (mainly the processor) are very sensetive towords it, some people may say otherwise but i strongly recommend it.
 
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Just make sure you build it on a ESD mat to discharge and static electricity as some components (mainly the processor) are very sensetive towords it, some people may say otherwise but i strongly recommend it.
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I've never seen anyone using one of these except in PC world. It's all about discharging any static before you start. Touch a radiator pipe when you start & your earthed. Then handle the parts as carfeully as possible & don't shuffle around on the carpet in your socks ...... Everything will be fine ;)
 
Its easy until you get DOAs or something isn't fully compatible,etc

Then you'll be pulling your hair out. especially if you are a first timer then you probably won't have a clue how to troubleshoot.

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I think one of the most useful things is finding a case which has a removeable motherboard tray. You can then fix everything up on your table with bags of space. You should see the times I've struggled trying to fit mobos in cases. I start trembling and break out in a sweat each time as I'm convinced I'm going to break a capacitor or any of the other bits that stick out. LOL.
 
Actually putting the parts togethor is easy, and setting it up is pretty easy, as long as nothings faulty.

The only slightly hard part is trying to fit the heatsink over the cpu as it can be a bit tight, and if you're not sure how hard to push can be a bit scary.
 
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