OK, I have the parts, where do I start?

[batidora]

I have all parts for my first build. Since it's the first one I would like to do anything wrong.
Is there a tutorial or step by step article that describes the correct assembly sequence that you can recommend?
How do I test and stuff...
Thanks in advance!

 

[dirtmountain]

Here's a guide with tips. Start by reading all directions. Read your motherboard manual. Become familiar with all the components. Don't FORCE anything. Keep yourself grounded, static electricity is NOT your friend.
http://static.tigerdirect.com/html/pcbuildingtips.html

 

[batidora]

Here's a guide with tips. Start by reading all directions. Read your motherboard manual. Become familiar with all the components. Don't FORCE anything. Keep yourself grounded, static electricity is NOT your friend.
http://static.tigerdirect.com/html/pcbuildingtips.html

Thanks, will take a look at it...

 

[Silverion77]

Take a look at the manual for ur mobo, generally thats good place to start.

1st stall cpu and fan, ram and then put it in the case (with the standoffs and correct back panel), then install any drives (DVD, HDs) and then install the expansion cards and gpus, but the instructions in the case manual and mobo manual should help

 

[batidora]

Found this guide, might be helpful to someone: http://www.mysuperpc.com/build/pc_install_processor.shtml

Another one: http://www.pcstats.com/articleview.cfm?articleID=1444

 

[Nytmare]

This is a nice pictorial, step by step of a new system build...


http://www.corsairmemory.com/systembuild/report.aspx?report_id=12472