what kinds of tools do i need to put a pc together
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- May 27, 2010
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A normal sized Philips head screwdriver is usually all you need.
Almost any bare table is fine. When working on your PC it is best to make sure some part of your body (skin) comes in contact with the metal chassis especially when installing components. What you don't want is the part to come in contact first.
Another option is to wear an anti-static discharge strap, but isn't strictly necessary.
Almost any bare table is fine. When working on your PC it is best to make sure some part of your body (skin) comes in contact with the metal chassis especially when installing components. What you don't want is the part to come in contact first.
Another option is to wear an anti-static discharge strap, but isn't strictly necessary.
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to be honest the only tool you really need is a good #2 phillips screwdriver in most cases however it doesnt hurt to have a smaller phillips as well as a few flats as well.
if you remove thermal paste from the cpu heatsink you may want 95% isopropyl alcohol and q-tips (cotton swabs). some people use a razer blade to spread new thermal paste on. if you intend on using the already provided paste then you dont need to worry about this.
it would be a good idea to have some small zip ties and cutters as well for cable management but this is completely optional.
you should be touching the pc case before you touch anything (you will do this quite a bit while assembling a pc) so you really dont need a grounding strap, however using a grounding wrist strap is also an option.
you need a large flat sturdy surface which is non conductive. i personally like puting a towel laid out on the desk so i dont scratch the case or damage parts.
you should not wear anything which creates static discharge like fleece and it would be best to not stand on carpet .
if you remove thermal paste from the cpu heatsink you may want 95% isopropyl alcohol and q-tips (cotton swabs). some people use a razer blade to spread new thermal paste on. if you intend on using the already provided paste then you dont need to worry about this.
it would be a good idea to have some small zip ties and cutters as well for cable management but this is completely optional.
you should be touching the pc case before you touch anything (you will do this quite a bit while assembling a pc) so you really dont need a grounding strap, however using a grounding wrist strap is also an option.
you need a large flat sturdy surface which is non conductive. i personally like puting a towel laid out on the desk so i dont scratch the case or damage parts.
you should not wear anything which creates static discharge like fleece and it would be best to not stand on carpet .
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