Information about building your own computer!

Building your own computer involves selecting and assembling compatible hardware components based on your computing needs. First, decide on the purpose of your PC—gaming, productivity, video editing, or general use—as this will influence your choices. Key components include the CPU (processor), motherboard, RAM (memory), GPU (graphics card), storage drives (SSD or HDD), power supply unit (PSU), and a case to house everything. It's also important to ensure compatibility between the motherboard, CPU socket, RAM type, and PSU wattage. Additional items like cooling systems and peripherals (keyboard, mouse, monitor) may be needed depending on your setup.

Once you have all your parts, the building process begins by preparing your workspace and grounding yourself to prevent static damage. Install the CPU, RAM, and cooler onto the motherboard before placing it in the case. Then, connect the power supply, storage drives, and GPU, routing the necessary cables and ensuring everything is securely fastened. Finally, double-check all connections, power on the system, and enter the BIOS to confirm that components are recognized. Install an operating system like Windows or Linux, download drivers, and your custom PC is ready for use.

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What to think about

  • Gaming or Business

    Do you want your computer to do gaming or business?

  • Monitor size

    How big of a display do you want?

  • Audio

    What will you use to make your computer sounds heard?

Tutorial video

  • Intel CPU
  • AMD CPU
  • Asus Motherboard
  • Nvidia GPU
  • Western Digital Hard Drives

In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the process of building your own personal computer from scratch. We’ll start by helping you choose the right components, including the CPU, motherboard, RAM, storage, and power supply, while ensuring all parts are compatible with each other. We’ll also discuss the importance of selecting a suitable case, cooling solutions, and peripheral devices like your monitor, keyboard, and mouse. With these key decisions in mind, we’ll guide you on how to properly install each component, including securing your CPU, inserting the RAM, and connecting the power supply.

Get started building!

Pull the trigger and order the parts or better yet procure them from your local MicroCenter depot. You have no idea how lucky we are to have a MicroCenter in our metro area.

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