I am interested in building a computer but I don't know what hardware I would need.
2006-08-17 21:29:15 · 11 answers · asked by Tom90 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
PC builders are people who know very well about computer hardware. They buy all the hardware separately and bulit them together.
2006-08-17 21:35:35 · answer #1 · answered by danielpsw 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
assembling pc, right...here are the following hardware you need...
1. Motherboard (built-in audio, lan, and video card)
2. Processor (compatible with your motherboard)
3. RAM (compatible with your motherboard)
4. Harddisc (include IDE cables)
5. CD-ROM or DVD ROM (include IDE cables)
6. PC Case (include powersupply and switches)
7. Monitor (include cables)
8. Mouse
9. Keyboard
Optional hardware:
1. Sound System
2. Printer
3. Scanner
4. Web Cam
5. Floppy Drive
6. CD-RW or DVD RW
7. Router
Try this...
2006-08-17 23:35:54 · answer #2 · answered by aRnObIe 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
simply you will need
(1) motherboard ....which is what everything else is attached to,cost=between £30 and £150
(2) processor....the brains ...also known as the cpu cost=£35 to £600
(3) memory(ram) needed for smooth running of the computer,the more the better at least 512mb pref 1gb price £60 for a 1 gb module
(4) hard drive for long term storage (sizes 40gb to 500gb)again the bigger the better ,avalible in 2 interfaces udma and sata price £30 to £300
(5)graphic card for all the flashy visuals you see on the screen and for intense gaming,,go for nvidia and ati and spending more is a better option ,,,,cheap cards are slow price= £15 to £500
(6) sound card not always needed but a good extra if you can afford it go for soundbalster x-live series price £20 to £200
(7) optical drives dvd and cd-roms are a must on a p.c go for a dvd-rw as it does everything and saves buying a 2nd drive price £20 to £60
(8) case and power can be bought together buy a good power psu at least 400w price £ 50 to £150
this is a rough guide and as you can see its a case of you can save money by making it or you can end up spending loads
i have just built the pc i am using now ,dont be scared of a build ,its just like putting a jigsaw together,just remember to follow instructions and allways have your motherboard manual to hand
good luck
2006-08-17 22:06:51 · answer #3 · answered by brianthesnail123 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you dont know what hardware you need, i wouldnt even bother building it.
To put it into simple terms: if you didnt know you needed bricks to build a house, do you seriously think you could do the plumbing?
I'm thinking you should stick to a ready made Dell.
Or will you know to use motherboard mounts, not to touch certain components in certain places, to GROUND yourself, to change BIOS settings, to use a certain cable, to connect a certain device, to possibly change jumper settings, to hook up all the power/reset/sound cables, etc?????
From your already inept knowledge, it sounds like building your own computer would probably tun into a complete disaster. I think you should save yourself the potential loss of £500 and instead just buy a system that is ready made.
2006-08-17 21:37:40 · answer #4 · answered by bobby t 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you look at Dell's outlet prices on refurbished PCs, you'll probably find that you can't buy the parts cheaper than that. Unless you want to build computers as a hobby, its a losing proposition. Plus, you'll have support for the entire system, not just the individual components.
2006-08-17 23:32:39 · answer #5 · answered by Crabboy4 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Case with power supply, Motherboard, Processor & Fan, memory, Hard drive, CD Drive, Video Card and possibly some extras depending on what you're aiming for
2006-08-17 21:34:33 · answer #6 · answered by Stephen H 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You need : 1. a case and a pwr. supply. 2. a motherbrd. 3. a processor w/ a heatsink and fan. 4. memory (RAM). 5. a hard disk drive 6. a CD/DVD drive 7. a video card and display 8. a sound card 9. a modem or LAN card 10. assorted cables, nuts screws, brackets, etc. 11. a keybrd. and mouse (duh) good luck!
2006-08-17 21:56:47 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
take an hardware and software course.
2006-08-17 21:49:43 · answer #8 · answered by LS*** 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless your upgrading an exisitng rig, I would buy one, it will be cheaper.
Dell laptops and desktops start from £250 and that includes the operating system.
2006-08-17 23:16:17 · answer #9 · answered by Mark E 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
check this out
www.zipzoomfly.com
lots of hardware and free shipping!
2006-08-17 21:36:23 · answer #10 · answered by Shangri-La 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋