How To Build A Computer
Building a computer is not as difficult as it may seem. With some basic knowledge and the right tools, you can have a fully functioning computer up and running in no time. Here are the steps to build a computer:
1) Choose your components. This will be based on what you plan to use your computer for and how much money you want to spend. You will need a CPU, motherboard, RAM, storage (hard drive or SSD), power supply, case, and operating system.
2) Assemble your components. Start with putting the CPU into the motherboard. Then add the RAM sticks next to the CPU.
The hard drive or SSD goes into one of the empty slots on the motherboard. After that, screw in the power supply unit into an available slot at the back of your case. Finally, insert your operating system CD/DVD or USB into an available port on your motherboard or case front panel (if it has one).
3) Connect all of the cables. Attach each cable from your components (power button, LEDs, fans, etc.) to their correct spot on either the motherboard or case front panel header. Once everything is plugged in correctly, close up your case by screwing it shut.
4) Plug in all of the peripherals (keyboard, mouse, monitor). Make sure to connect everything to their appropriate ports on either the back or front of your tower (USB ports are typically found on both sides). Also ensure that any speakers are properly connected to audio outputs on either your monitor or tower itself – most new monitors have built-in speakers these days so you may not need separate ones unless you want higher quality sound output.
5) Turn on your computer! Once everything is plugged in correctly and screwed shut (if applicable), go ahead and press that power button! If all goes well, congrats – you just built yourself a working computer!
- Choose the parts for your computer
- You will need a case, a motherboard, a CPU, RAM, a power supply, and storage
- You may also want to add a graphics card, sound card, and other features
- Install the CPU and cooler according to the manufacturer’s instructions
- Install the RAM in the slots on the motherboard
- Attach all of the cables to the motherboard including power, data, USB, audio, and video
- Insert the motherboard into the case and screw it in place
- Add any additional cards or drives that you want in your computer such as a graphics card or SSD drive
- 7 Finish by attaching any external cables like keyboard, mouse, monitor etc
Is It Cheaper to Build a Computer Or Buy One?
The answer to this question depends on a few factors. If you are someone who is comfortable with building computers and knows exactly what parts you need, then it will probably be cheaper for you to build a computer. However, if you are not as familiar with computers and don’t know exactly what parts you need, then it might be cheaper for you to buy a computer.
It also depends on where you get your parts from and how much they cost.