I’m planning on building a PC soon and, while I have done plenty of research, I’d like to hear advice from people who have experience in the area personally. It’s also just nice talking to other people in general, lol

  • ZapBeebz@beehaw.org
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    1 year ago

    I highly recommend PC Partpicker for compiling all your components (although I don’t typically follow the listed purchase links). The comparability checker it has can save some real headaches!

    Otherwise, some general advice:

    1. Remember the motherboard standoff screws. Most cases these days have them pre-installed, but my first rig did not. And I bent the mobo a little bit before realizing my mistake. It still worked in the end, but it’s now my #1 cautionary tale about PC Building.

    2. Do yourself a favor, and make an attempt at proper cable management. It’ll make replacing components so much easier down the line.

    3. Get a fully modular PSU (if in your budget). This will help with #2 above immensely.

    4. Read the manual that comes with your motherboard. It usually has a lot of guidance for assembling the computer, especially if this is your first time.

    5. Have fun! PC Building/Gaming is one of my favorite hobbies, and I’m always glad to see new people getting interested in it!

    Good luck, and don’t be afraid to ask questions!

    • eddie@fig.systems
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      1 year ago

      This is all spot on advice. The motherboard and case manual should be open and nearby as you build the pc.

    • PurrJPro@beehaw.orgOP
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      1 year ago

      Thank you! The comments on cable management r definitely taken into consideration, the idea of having to untangle and move all those cables without them being at least semi-organized makes me shiver. And as for 5; PC gaming has been good, but my current PC is loosing its luster, so what better to do than indulge in something I’ve dreamed about doing: building my own! Thanks for the rest of the advice as well :)