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<br>While most desktop computers purchased from the market come as one piece system, the entire CPU system could be <br>manually assembled with different components to construct the configuration that befits the needs and diminishes the buying <br>costs.
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Guide To Assemble A Personal Desktop Computer While most desktop computers purchased from the market come as one piece system, the entire CPU system could be manually assembled with different components to construct the configuration that befits the needs and diminishes the buying costs. Here’s the quick guide that lets you assemble your desktop pc on your own by purchasing the necessary components. However, for the beginners and amateurs it is recommended that they take assistance from expert technician and computer repair professionals, Ealing. For self assembling of a pc, carry out the tasks mentioned below: 1. Procure Components: Depending on the requirement you need to purchase: Processor, Motherboard(SATA capable), External case, External drives(DVD RW and SATA capable), RAM, PSU, SATA cables, Processor and case fans, HDD(SATA capable) and the screws. 2. Keep the tools handy: Screwdrivers, Flashlight, Heat sink compound wire cutters and grounding straps will be of help. 3. Prepare the Case: Remove the side panels and assemble the case. Make note of the cables preinstalled in the case. These should be front panel connections for features such as the power switch, audio jacks and usb ports. If they are not labeled, consult the manufacturer’s documentation and label them. 4. Use an antistatic wriststrap cable to prevent Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) when handling internal components. 5. Install the Power Supply(PSU): While few PSU come preinstalled with the CPU case, if it isn’t make sure you buy power supply that is powerful enough to handle all of your CPU components. Also see to it that the power supply is installed in the correct orientation and that nothing blocks the fan. 6. Install Processor: Place the missing pins of the processor with the matching pins in the socket on the motherboard and close the socket. 7. If the processor is without heatsink, add a drop of thermal paste on the processor to absorb heat. 8. Install RAM: Place the RAM in the proper slots by opening the latches and pushing the RAM in until the little handles can lock it into position. Note how the RAM and slots are keyedline them up so they will fit in properly. 9. Install the I/O backplate on the back of your case when the case do not have any preinstalled backplate. 10. Install the standoffs in the correct positions. Raise the motherboard off of the case, to allow screws to be inserted into them. Use the screws provided to secure the motherboard to the standoffs, through the shielded screw holes on the motherboard. 11. Plug in the case connectors: Connect the USB ports, the Power and Reset switches, the LED power and hard drive lights, and the audio cable (HDAudio or AC97). Motherboard documentation will show you where these connectors attach. Also note that there is typically only one way that these connectors can attach to the motherboard. Don’t try to force anything to fit. 12. Insert the graphics card: Just bend a little the tab on the slot to allow the graphics card to be inserted. The tab will help lock the graphics card in place. Apply light, even force until the card is seated uniformly. Secure it with the back panel of the case by tightening the screws. 13. Install drives: Remove the panel cover from the front of the case to install optical drives and removable drives. Once the drive is lined up with the front panel of the computer, secure it with screws on each side of the drive. Similarly install harddrive in its appropriate slot and screw them to attach it with the case.
14. motherboard. Connect the cable to the SATA port on the drive, and then connect the other end to a SATA port on the motherboard. Hard drives use the same cables as optical drives. Refer the motherboard installation manual for further guidance. 15. Connect power supply with components: Connect power supply to motherboard, all removable external drives and hard drives and to graphic and video cards. 16. Connect fans: Connect all the case fans with the motherboard to prevent overheating. That's about it, ensure all the cables are tight enough to stand. Seal the panel of the case and screw them. Connect the cable of the monitor, power cord, keyboard, mouse, printers,speakers and other peripherals in the appropriate slots behind the case. Install the operating system, graphic card, video card and other necessary setup softwares and reboot. Your PC is finally ready for use. Connect drives to motherboard using SATA cables: All modern drives use SATA cables to connect the drive to the