The main requirement in the development of the PC was the creation of a block architecture, so that in case of damage it was necessary to repair not the entire system, but separately taken elements. A modern computer is designed in exactly this way. For basic PC components and assembly tips, see this article.
Computer Hardware
The motherboard is a single element that is responsible for the interaction of all other devices. It has all the seats (sockets, connectors, slots).
The central processor is a set of control circuits located on a chip. It is the brain of a computer, primarily designed to perform mathematical operations.
Describing the main components of a computer, you can not ignore the RAM. RAM is a device that functions as short-term memory. All the data necessary for programs and the OS is stored in it; when the power is turned off, it is erased.
Hard disk - a device necessary for long-term data storage.
A video card is an element of a computer that is responsible for outputting and processing graphic information to a monitor.
People who have at least superficially studied the computer market understand that it is irrational to buy a ready-made PC, since it is much cheaper to assemble a computer from the components itself . In this case, you can be sure of the quality of the assembly.
Recommendations
Very often, inexperienced users make gross errors that lead to a waste of money. For example, before buying a motherboard, you need to check what type of processor can be installed in it. Inexperienced users should be sure to read the following tips.
Make sure that all selected computer components are compatible. Explore all possible technical information. First, determine which processor is needed in the PC, then select the motherboard. Be sure to check that the socket on the system board matches the processor. This is very simple to do by checking the specifications on the official websites of device manufacturers. Usually, in addition to the parameters of components on such resources, you can find whole compatibility tables.
When the processor and motherboard are selected, proceed with the selection of other devices. The order of choice of RAM and video card does not matter.
Several generations of RAM are on the market today, and the motherboard usually only supports one type. To determine what characteristics to choose RAM for, you need to build on the parameters of the motherboard and processor. First determine which generation is supported by the system card. Then find out if the processor can provide the RAM at maximum frequency. At the last stage, select the required amount of memory. If you choose accessories for a gaming computer, then it is better to install RAM strips with a larger capacity, as modern 3D applications are very demanding on PC resources.
Before choosing a graphics card, you must determine what the PC will be used for. If the assembly is game, then the video card must be selected the most productive.
A power supply is an element that has little effect on performance, but still requires careful selection. The practice of service centers has repeatedly shown that the components of a computer assembled independently, which saved on the power supply, often fail precisely because of the low quality of this element. Do not save on BP. It is better to purchase a product of greater power than necessary. In addition, it is recommended to prefer devices of famous manufacturers.
How to assemble a computer yourself from the components
After purchasing all the elements of the PC, the assembly procedure follows. At this stage, problems even for inexperienced users are rare. Typically, the motherboard is accompanied by detailed instructions containing pictures, according to which you can understand how to assemble.
It is important to ensure that the processor keys (special slots) match the slots on the system board socket. An error at this stage can lead to physical damage to the components.
Elements such as a video adapter and RAM require some power to fit into slots. But you need to be careful and not overdo it, so as not to bend the motherboard too much.
Gaming PC build difficulty
When assembling a PC for games, the compatibility of computer components should be viewed from a different angle. In addition to supporting the motherboard with all the necessary standards, it is necessary to solve the issue of maximum performance. And this is impossible without a long study of the forums and comparing the test results of different sets of devices installed on the same base. A computer for games will require more financial investment than an office machine.