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Ferra · 07-07-2010, 08:37 AM

install PSU in case
install mobo in case
install CPU on mobo
install heaksink on CPU
install ram / memory on mobo
install Harddisk and CD/DVD in case
connect HD & DVD drive to mobo with SATA and IDE cables
install video card if you have any
connect PSU cables to mobo & video card (if required)
connect those tiny pins from the case to the mobo (for the usb, case pwr on, reset buttons and led lights)

like everything else, it is easy if you know how to do it. Good thing is there are plenty of resources and video guides that can show you step by step.

and 1st time DIY is also especially difficult because if anything is defective, you don't have the parts and the means to test it. (testing is easy when you have 2 or more custom PC)
So i'd suggest get an experienced friend to help u the first time (if you have any.)

BTW...you typically pay MORE for a custom PC than for a factory PC of equivalent spec. The upside is you get to pick what you want, and custom PC has much greater upgrade-ability. Also, very few factory PC comes with good video card for gaming.

07-07-2010, 08:37 AM	#21
Ferra I don't like cheese but I love milk! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Van Posts: 1,980 Thanked 895 Times in 243 Posts Failed 105 Times in 49 Posts	install PSU in case install mobo in case install CPU on mobo install heaksink on CPU install ram / memory on mobo install Harddisk and CD/DVD in case connect HD & DVD drive to mobo with SATA and IDE cables install video card if you have any connect PSU cables to mobo & video card (if required) connect those tiny pins from the case to the mobo (for the usb, case pwr on, reset buttons and led lights) like everything else, it is easy if you know how to do it. Good thing is there are plenty of resources and video guides that can show you step by step. and 1st time DIY is also especially difficult because if anything is defective, you don't have the parts and the means to test it. (testing is easy when you have 2 or more custom PC) So i'd suggest get an experienced friend to help u the first time (if you have any.) BTW...you typically pay MORE for a custom PC than for a factory PC of equivalent spec. The upside is you get to pick what you want, and custom PC has much greater upgrade-ability. Also, very few factory PC comes with good video card for gaming.