Proper assembly is one of the most crucial parts of building your own PC and this chapter tells you how to install your CPU; how to attach the heatsink, how to put the components in the case, how to plug all the cables; the BIOS and how to troubleshoot the system.

In this section, we will go through the process of building your first computer, providing you with a step-by-step process to building your own computer.

In This Chapter:

Installing CPU

First, we install the CPU.

Attaching Heatsink

Next, you need to attach the CPU heatsink.

Adding RAM

The third step is adding the RAM, step which is quite easy because RAM's are designed to be placed in the correct way.

Putting Everything in the Case

After placing all the delicate parts within the unit, the next thing that you need to do is place all the parts inside the case.

Plugging All the Cables

Now comes the time to plug all the cables.

The BIOS

This section is all about the BIOS and how you can properly enter the time and date on your system.

Troubleshooting

Now that you are done assembling the hardware, what will you do in case the screen shows a black screen or if the computer is not posting? What does a "Hard drive not detected" and a "RAM not detected" message mean? Knowing how to troubleshoot these issues are crucial when building your own customized PC.