What were the steps to building a computer?

Answer 1

If you want to build a computer, then you need to make sure that all of the parts are compatible with each other. A computer must have a Power Supply, Motherboard, Processor, Hard Disk, and RAM to function properly. All of these parts screw into the computer case. The first step in building a computer is to make sure that you are properly grounded. Next, install all of the components on the motherboard, before the motherboard goes in the case. Install the compatible RAM into the proper slots on the motherboard. Next, install the processor. Then, attach the fan on top of the processor, to keep the fan from reaching high temperatures. Next, screw the standoffs into the case, to where the motherboard will go. Standoffs prevent the motherboard from touching the case. Then, lay the motherboard onto the case, on top of the standoffs, and screw the motherboard into place. Now, take the 20 or 24-pin AT or ATX cable from the power supply, and connect it to the proper port on the motherboard. Now, you need to connect the Power, Reset, and/or Front USB and Audio connections to the motherboard. Refer to the Owner's Manual for the Motherboard for this. Next, install the Hard Disk. Hard Disks can use either PATA or SATA. SATA operates at faster speeds. You can use either one, depending on the connections on the Hard Drive, and the motherboard. Screw the Hard Drive into the appropriate spot, inside the case. Then, connect the Hard Disk to the motherboard with either a PATA or SATA cable. Then, depending on the connections on the Hard Drive and Power Supply, connect a Molex or a SATA power connector to the Hard Drive. If your Hard Drive has both, only use one of the 2. Do not connect both SATA and Molex power connectors to the same drive. Next, install the CD/DVD drive, if you choose to use one. First, remove the cover for the drive by pushing on the cover, from the inside of the case. Next, slide the drive into the drive bay, from the outside of the case. Then, screw the drive in, using the appropriate screws. Then, connect the CD/DVD drive to the power supply, using either a Molex connector, or a SATA connector, depending on the type of CD/DVD drive, and Power Supply. Then, connect the CD/DVD drive to the Motherboard with either a PATA cable, or a SATA cable, depending on the type of CD/DVD drive, and Motherboard. Next, install the expansion cards into the appropriate slots on the motherboard, if you want to have any. To install an expansion card, first, make sure that there is an interface on the motherboard for the card that you have. Most cards have a PCI interface. First, unscrew the screw that keeps the cover for the expansion card on. Next, carefully insert the card into the appropriate slot on the motherboard. Next, screw the card in, using the appropriate screw. You have now built a computer. Next, connect all of the external peripherals to the external ports. Connect the mouse to either a Serial, Green PS/2, or USB connection. Then, connect the keyboard to either a Violet PS/2 or USB connection. Next, connect the monitor with either a VGA or DVI connection. Next, connect the RJ45 Ethernet cable to the RJ45 port, if you choose to do so. Or, if you are using dialup, connect the RJ11 Phone Line to the appropriate connection. Next, connect the Power connection to the Power Supply. If the Power Supply has a switch, make sure that it is switched to the on position. Next, turn the computer on, and install the Operating System. Make sure that the Operating System is compatible with the hardware in your computer.

Answer 2

Start with what type of software and tasks you want your computer able to do (such as gaming, graphic design, emailing, etc) and choose the components that fit that criteria. Choosea hard drive first and then build on with RAM, drives, video card, sound card, monitor, and case to hold your system.

Answer 3

order parts, asemble,install