• We’re currently investigating an issue related to the forum theme and styling that is impacting page layout and visual formatting. The problem has been identified, and we are actively working on a resolution. There is no impact to user data or functionality, this is strictly a front-end display issue. We’ll post an update once the fix has been deployed. Thanks for your patience while we get this sorted.

What do I need to build the rig myself?

A

asintu

Senior member
I'm gonna go buy the parts now.
Just wondering what else I need to build it. Will a screwdriver be enough?
On what should I put the motherboard for the first test...before putting everything in the case?. What other tips do I need to know?
Thanx!
 
A phillips screwdriver.
If you want, put the MB on it's box and install CPU/HSF, RAM, VC and see if it posts.
 
also look for anti-static strap for your wrist. make sure you have plenty of work space and good lighting. I also use needle nose pliers at times. good luck
 
i know it sound dumb, but make sure you ground the screwdriver as well, and DONT USE A MAGNETIC ONE! just a standard ol' phillips is great...(im not insulting your intelligence, i have seen exp builders use magnetic becasue they can use it to not lose MB screws...but avoid them to be safe!)
 
Originally posted by: Lalakai
also look for anti-static strap for your wrist. make sure you have plenty of work space and good lighting. I also use needle nose pliers at times. good luck
Click to expand...


The pliers is a good idea, specially for those hard to reach, pesky clear CMOS jumpers.

I rather like doing that kind of stuff in the kitchen: good lighting, plenty of space, scratch proof table, no carpet where I accidentaly could place and then fry a $500 component.

And the fridge is right next to me. 😀
 
Hemostats, they are sorta like locking tweezers. Better than needle nose pliers or regular tweezers for jumpers

Flashlight maybe.

Dont assemble it in a carpeted room if you can help it. Static electricity like living in them, but if you follow proper grounding procedure either with a ground strap, or always touching the case frame youll probably be OK.

Put the cats, if any, in another room 🙂

Depending on the case, band aids 🙂

Just take your time and double check everything. Nothing is cooler than when your baby you just built beeps to life.

And while it is a bad idea, ive used magnetic screwdrivers for 15 years on computers. Even when installing HDs. Dumb I am, I will be the 1st to admit it. But please dont use them, even if Ive gotten away with it.
 
just make sure you touch something metal before you touch any of your stuff. i shocked my mobo when i touched it. it seems to be fine. you will need to have some alcohol and a tissue or cotton ball to clean off the cpu and hsf.
 
the issue with the anti-static strap, is to eliminate potential static discharge. the strap grounds you to the case, so that random static isn't transmitted to sensitive equipment. You can do the same thing by keeping contact with the case while working, but for me it's easier to just use the strap.

good point about the flashlight and hemos.

something else i always keep handy, is a bag of extra screws (case and motherboard types), jumpers, and contact paste. Then banish the kids so they won't hear you cussing and swearing after you drop the screw behind the motherboard for the fouth time😱
 
thanx a lot guys
unfortunately...i won't be building it today
went to my local shop and bought everyhing except mobo/cpu/ram/video.....i'm gettin them tomorrow i hope...
Again...thanx for your help
 
Magnetic screwdrivers really help ...

You don't need an anti-static wrist thing, I havn't ever needed it


BTW, if you havn't bought a case yet, I suggest one with a removable mobo tray

Mine doesn't have one, and it would SO MUCH easier to work in and around the PC if mine had it.
 
Basically, the only tools you will need are, a flat and philips head screwdriver, non lint producing rag, alcohol (I always like to clean the surfaces of things that a heatsink will go on). Needlenose pliers are optional but may be helpful and so are anti-static wristbands. If you plan to install any 3rd party heatsinks make sure you have some decent thermal paste such as Arctic Ceramique or Arctic Silver 5.

Knowledge is THE main thing you will need so read up on how to put together a computer. Readiing different guide can help because while most of the information is the same, someone else might write it in a form that is more easily understood by you.
 
I have the Antec SLK1650..for which both the left and right side come off...I don't see where the mobo screws would go though.
My Neo2 Platinum will arrive soon and I wanna be ready.
So you guys say that for the first test I should put the mobo on it's box?
 
You dont need to really test it on the box, it just depends on how easy it is to get to everything once its in the case. Up to you really. Might be easier in the case as you can hook the switches up.

Once you get the mobo you can check how the mobo holes line up with the case. There are usually lots of extra mounting holes in the case for different form factor mobos, just give it a test fit and youll see which ones to use. 1st test is usually just CPU/heatsink, RAM and vid card, if that works then everything else goes on.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

TRENDING THREADS

Back
Top