wyantm06 Posted February 25, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 25, 2006 Ok well I ordered all my hardware I need, a LCD monitor, and a anti-static bracelet. Can I work at a table that is on a carpeted floor? Or not? Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121332 Share on other sites More sharing options...
richcornucopia Posted February 25, 2006 CID Share Posted February 25, 2006 Either is fine, putting it one a table is nice so you dont have to sit on the floor. Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121333 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 25, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 25, 2006 So how hard would you rate on putting a computer together? This is my first time, do you guys think I will do fine? Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121336 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 25, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 25, 2006 So how hard would you rate on putting a computer together? This is my first time, do you guys think I will do fine? Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121341 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 26, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 26, 2006 Can someone else share their first time experience building a pc? I hope it's pretty simple, I know where most the parts go. Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121350 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RTB Posted February 26, 2006 CID Share Posted February 26, 2006 It's simple, if you take your time, and read the manuals. Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121357 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 26, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 26, 2006 It's simple, if you take your time, and read the manuals. Alright cool I been working on computers on my Networking and Computer Repair class at school. All I been doing now is like putting in ram, putting in cd drives, hard drives, well the simple things. Thanks! I hope this doesn't take me all night to build though Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121363 Share on other sites More sharing options...
amc11890 Posted February 26, 2006 CID Share Posted February 26, 2006 Wat ever u do, do not rush the process, take your time Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121370 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 26, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 26, 2006 Wat ever u do, do not rush the process, take your time Ok will do! I think I am going to have my laptop next to me while doing this, because I am going to follow these directions (http://www.pcmech.com/byopc/) from step 1. Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121373 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark06 Posted February 26, 2006 CID Share Posted February 26, 2006 The first time i build one it took me like 2 hours cause i read everything Now I can put one together in 3 minutes without conting The time required 2 put the Os in or other programs. Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121379 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 26, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 26, 2006 The first time i build one it took me like 2 hours cause i read everything Now I can put one together in 3 minutes without conting The time required 2 put the Os in or other programs. Did your first pc work well? Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121380 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 26, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 26, 2006 Dark did your first computer turn out good? Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121480 Share on other sites More sharing options...
disturbed Posted February 26, 2006 CID Share Posted February 26, 2006 Dark did your first computer turn out good? ....you are worrying too much - if you keep this up you will probably mess something up LOL ! - just kidding - but seriously don't worry, its not complicated at all - dont even worry about the whole static electricity issue, just use common sense and it will turn out fine - and yes, working on a desk is the best thing to do, and no, it really doesnt matter on what surface it is ....ive built a lot of pc's but only 3 of those are of my own - and even though i have experience, i still take my sweet a$$ time - i like taking my time and making sure everything is neat and tucked away and stuff like that Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121564 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 27, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 27, 2006 ....you are worrying too much - if you keep this up you will probably mess something up LOL ! - just kidding - but seriously don't worry, its not complicated at all - dont even worry about the whole static electricity issue, just use common sense and it will turn out fine - and yes, working on a desk is the best thing to do, and no, it really doesnt matter on what surface it is ....ive built a lot of pc's but only 3 of those are of my own - and even though i have experience, i still take my sweet a$ time - i like taking my time and making sure everything is neat and tucked away and stuff like that Alright I won't worry. Are there spots in cases where you can tuck your IDE cables away at? I have a blue case coming with see through sides and I don't know if it is going to look like crap with IDE and all other cables laying around in it. Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121570 Share on other sites More sharing options...
disturbed Posted February 27, 2006 CID Share Posted February 27, 2006 i usually tuck away a lot of cables in the empty 'cd drive' slot - its a common spot, that way the air can efficiently circulate throughout the case.....cases have different designs, so when you get ur case and start putting it all together u will see what the best spot is Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121572 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 27, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 27, 2006 i usually tuck away a lot of cables in the empty 'cd drive' slot - its a common spot, that way the air can efficiently circulate throughout the case.....cases have different designs, so when you get ur case and start putting it all together u will see what the best spot is Alright thanks. Wow this has been a long wait! Ordered like the 23rd and I don't get the rest of my stuff until Tuesday. I already got the processor/heat sink package and the ram. Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121587 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark06 Posted February 27, 2006 CID Share Posted February 27, 2006 Yeah it did i remember selling it for $600 Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121601 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 28, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 28, 2006 I'm installing the motherboard now. I have 5 plastic peices...do i put them under the board? if i use the plastic peices there is only one screw hole left...i donno what to do..is one screw good enough for ground? im confused.. Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121919 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 28, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 28, 2006 Anyone?!!? Come on... Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121923 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 28, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 28, 2006 ANYONE?!!? I been sitting here needing help!?!? Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121925 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RTB Posted February 28, 2006 CID Share Posted February 28, 2006 Geez, calm down. The plastic washers are used to prevent the board from short-circuiting against the back of the case. Remember, patience is a virtue. Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121926 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 28, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 28, 2006 no there are plastic things like a half inch long...5 of them... Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121927 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 28, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 28, 2006 Ok here is what I am talking about. http://img489.imageshack.us/img489/940/s30100020hv.jpg where do these go? If we put them under the motherboard there is only like one spot for a screw. If we use these do I need the screw at all? Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121934 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyantm06 Posted February 28, 2006 Author CID Share Posted February 28, 2006 Anyone please? I am trying to be patient. All I need is to get the motherboard in and connect. I got almost everything else done. Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121935 Share on other sites More sharing options...
disturbed Posted February 28, 2006 CID Share Posted February 28, 2006 .....those plastic washers usually wouldnt go anywhere....most motherboards use standoff screws to get the motherboard from touching the case Quote Link to comment https://testmy.net/ipb/topic/11505-building-my-own-pctips-please/page/3/#findComment-121939 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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