How To Build A Computer

Tutorial Table of Contents

We recommend you read this How To Build A Computer tutorial before you purchase any computer component or parts.

The Introduction provides an orientation to the entire process of building a computer. It is recommended you read The Introduction first, before you begin with the steps.

Step 1: Computer Component Selection

Step 2: Case Preparation

Step 3: The Hard Drive

Step 4: The CD-ROM & DVD

Step 5: CPU Installation

Step 6: Motherboard Configuration

Step 7: RAM Memory Installation

Step 8: Motherboard Installation

Step 9: I/O Connector Installation

Step 10: Power Supply & The Motherboard

Step 11: Video Card & Sound Card

Step 12: Boot-Up Preparation

Step 13: Initial Boot-Up

Step 14: BIOS Configuration

Step 15: Initial System Test

Step 16: Hard Drive Partitioning & Formatting

Step 17: Operating System Installation & Final Thoughts