2006-12-20 03:53:58 · 13 answers · asked by yougotlicked 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
I build computers everyday. It is easy if you know what you are doing. I can piece together a computer in 15 minutes. My best advise for you is if you feel like you want to try this then make sure you have nonmagnetic screwdrivers, read your motherboard booklet very carefully, and make sure you touch the side of your tower to discharge any static electricity you may have. Feel free to contact me for more information if you need it. Take your time too because you have a lot of cords to attach in there and it must be done right for your computer to work. Jumper settings are very important.
2006-12-20 04:05:30 · answer #1 · answered by waldo6877 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's pretty easy to do once you know what parts are needed and where they go. Most things just snap into place and are then possibly screwed in as well. The only tools youll really need are a screwdriver with a bunch of screws and some needle nose plyers.
Also try google, and type in 'Guide to build your own PC' for many helpful sites that will guide you through the process much like a cooking recipe :)
P.s. Unless you know a better way, I use the needle nose plyers to get the jumpers out of hard drives, cdroms, etc.. and switch their positions
2006-12-20 11:58:53 · answer #2 · answered by pogo730 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it is quite easy. in fact, the motherboard comes with an assembly manual. You need a screwdriver, one of those who has a little star on the end (no need to get technical here). buy a case (it usually comes with a power source, if it doesn't ask for one), you need a motherboard, a processor(the processor comes with it's own fan). do take your time on deciding what actual characteristics you need on your puter: - right now you can get a dual channel ddr2(800 Mhz I think is the max bus for ddr2) memory, for even less than a normal Ddr memory (333 Mhz max bus), a Pentium D is a good option, it contains two cores, but no 2 front side buses, like the core duo, core 2 duo is top of the line, consumes less, and 40% more proficient. do except a high drop in prices because the quad is going to be released soon, that is the moment to buy you core duo or core 2 duo my friend! I havent really investigated Amd processors that much, sorry! they dont sell many of those around here, though the X2 is worth a few minutes surfing for on the net. when you've decided, how much you want to spend, check for what your board supports, like your max ram frecuency, what processor brands and models, and if youre into gaming, pci-x or agp. you cant get a very good ddr3 video card pcixpress 512 for under $180. evaluate on what you need, depending on what youre gonna do with your puter, if youre a graphics designer, buy at least a gig ram, id recommend getting a dual channel configuration.
other than that you only need mouse and keyboard. it's quite simple to assemble:
-your case is already pre-assembled
-you put the motherboard on the case by just screwing some screws (yes I know) around over the board and into the case
-plug the main power source to the board (read the manual for further specific help)
-the rest of the parts, ( like disk drive, buy a sata btw and make sure your board supports sata interfaces of course :D) are powered by the cables on the power source of your case, the cables for the hard drive and diskette driver usually come packaged with your board
-if you need a dvd/cd burner, buy it and it is really really simple to install into your case, other than that talk to your dealer if he will sell you a win license ( or if you'd another gratuitous real os, install linux) btw, I dont know of any mac hardware that doesnt come already assembled
sorry for the long answer!! hope I helped you out! peace out
2006-12-20 12:12:39 · answer #3 · answered by Julio M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tools:
1 phillips head screwdriver.
Very easy. They are just big lego blocks with a few wires. Your biggest concern is being relatively careful not damage anything and making sure you get compatible parts (CPU is appropriate for the mainboard, RAM is appropriate for the mainboard, Graphics card is appropriate for the mainboard, etc. Outside the CPU and RAM, most components are one of 2 major types so just make sure you understand the specs of the mainboard and then you get just about whatever you want for the components as long as they match the specs of the motherboard (SATA hard drive, for example).
What do you need needle nose pliers for? I never use them and I've built probably 50 machines in the last 10 years.
2006-12-20 11:59:12 · answer #4 · answered by lwcomputing 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's really simple. All you need is a screwdriver. The parts snap into place. You just have to make sure that you have no static electricity while puting it together, or you will fry the motherboard. Touch something metal, and keep your feet off the carpet.
A good place to order all of the parts is mwave. You also need to make sure the parts are compatible.
2006-12-20 12:21:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not too difficult if you have reasonable DIY or electronic skills. Only tools are screwdrivers, pliers. The biggest problem I found was obtaining compatible parts in the first place - motherboard, processor, memory, hard disc, optical drive, case and power supply. There are many books available to help.
2006-12-20 12:11:00 · answer #6 · answered by john r 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very, and a phillips or posidrive screwdriver.
Most of the "bits" will either slot into the motherboard and wil then be secured to the chassis to prevent movemnt with a single screw. HD's and most other drives tend to have 4 screws, although you can get screwless chassis.
2006-12-20 12:56:19 · answer #7 · answered by BushRaider69 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the public library and look for books on how to build a P.C.before you begin buying parts. See what your getting into and judge for yourself if you can handle it. It is pretty simple, but a book to help guide you through the process doesn't hurt either!
2006-12-20 13:35:31 · answer #8 · answered by mittalman53 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are going to do one, get an anit-static wrist strap from a hardware shop. And if you turn it on and you need to change something after, leave it for 20 minutes so the tower can discharge all electricity inside.
Keep safe.
2006-12-20 14:06:03 · answer #9 · answered by Bilky A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very easy. Screwdriver and some needle-nose pliers. It just takes being able to follow directions.
2006-12-20 12:48:49 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋