Tips for Putting Together a New Build?

leopardforest

leopardforest

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I have been ordering my computer parts for my build (I will list later) and I was wondering if anyone has any tips and tricks that I should know for putting it all together?

Thanks!
 
1. As you're working inside the computer, switch the power supply button on 0 (off), but
leave the power cord connected between the wall outlet and power supply. This will
help to ground static electricity. When the power cord is attached, the entire case
is grounded. Then just touch the case to discharge yourself before you touch any of
the parts.

2. Sometimes parts are dead on arrival (DOA) so start by testing to make sure your
core components are working. At first, only hook up power supply, motherboard, cpu
and heatsink, and one stick of ram. Turn the computer on to verify that it posts
(boots to initial screen). If it doesn't post, motherboard/ cpu/ ram might be DOA.
Remove that stick of ram and test with another stick of ram. If that doesn't work,
problem is motherboard or cpu.

3. If it's a micro-atx (small) case, take out the power supply, because you won't be able
to slide the DVD drive into place.
 
leopardforest said:
Any other advice?
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-Alcohol works great to remove thermal paste if you screw it up first time.

-Zip ties are the best for cable management

-Aftermarket fans, point towards the rear exhaust fan, airflow should be (generally) front to back

-Install power supply last, makes for easier maneuvering of other parts

-Lay it down flat on a desk or whatnot, much easier than trying to install the parts vertically.
 
1. Do your cable management while you installing everything
2. Put the CPU and heatsink on the motherboard before you install the motherboard
3. Put something under your case if it is a glossy paint I got mine all scratched up sliding it on the table
4. Don't for get to plug the power cord up I did and couldn't figure out why it wasn't cutting on lol.
5. Make sure you hook the power switch up right I didn't do that either and couldn't figure out what was wrong.
6. If you can't figure out where something goes on the motherboard the Manual is a great help.
7. Don't touch the motherboard with a screwdriver or anything metal while it is on scared the heck out of me when I did it(was an accident I was screwing the HDD in an the screwdriver slipped).
 
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