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 Preparing to Assemble:
Motherboard CPU Memory Install Case Drives Boot Up
  Once you have collected your computer parts and components prepare to assemble the computer.

Make sure your desk is clear and clean (preferably have a clean and clear room), when assembling computers there is nothing worse than clutter.

Ensure that all tools you may require in the assembly of your computer are to hand. Here is a brief list of computer assembly tools - you may need other tools, this is just a guide:

Screwdrivers  Earthing Strap Pliers  Compressed Air

Checkout Cheap Computer Guys toolkit feature for more information about computer tools.

Don't forget to have a flick through any manuals that came with the computer parts, especially the motherboard. Remember - grounding yourself is very important. Computer parts don't like static electricity. Using an earthing strap is advisable, although many people earth themselves by touching the computer case before handling the computer components.


Electrostatic charge is built up when walking on carpets (amongst other things) and can damage computer components, so be sure to ground yourself before and during working with computers and other delicate electronics. Put the kettle/coffee machine/whatever on and take a deep breath...

Next: Motherboard configuration - not as scary as it sounds (honest!)
 
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