PC building ( Beginner )

[TianJinyuanJeremy]

Hi, I'm relatively new and not much knowledge on PC. Is it hard to custom build a PC? I mainly want to build one for Gaming

 

[LegendZenify]

Hello, I've recently built one, and it really isn't hard at all.
There are a few video guides online, so do check those out!
Here is one - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2dJvqU2_x4
Really helpful stuff for a beginner!

 

[TianJinyuanJeremy]

ok! I'm worried that i get the stuffs and i'll just get lost in the process of building, thought it would be nice to know how to build so i could upgrade myself if i wanted to, and i reckon it would be way cheaper to do it yourself i suppose?

 

[LegendZenify]

Hello,

If you are buying all the parts from a single store, they will usually charge a nominal fee.
It's actually only way cheaper to DIY if you buy the individual parts from the cheapest source available locally.
Do check out online shopping portals like lazada/qoo10.

If you DIY, do take note of the potential problem points you must take note of (for eg. the installation of the cpu onto the motherboard).
Improper installation may damage the hardware, but definitely not a problem if you follow the guide to a T!

 

[TianJinyuanJeremy]

ok sure! I reckon it would be a fun process

 

[ZrE0_Cha0s]

Well u just think of building a PC is like a Lego system. Its like piece each part to build into a PC.

 

[xiaozozo]

Hello,

If you are buying all the parts from a single store, they will usually charge a nominal fee.
It's actually only way cheaper to DIY if you buy the individual parts from the cheapest source available locally.
Do check out online shopping portals like lazada/qoo10.

If you DIY, do take note of the potential problem points you must take note of (for eg. the installation of the cpu onto the motherboard).
Improper installation may damage the hardware, but definitely not a problem if you follow the guide to a T!

Totally second on this opinion from legendzen, ripped my mobo pins and had to send it for RMA with corbell. Lucky the staff was extremely nice and serviced it for me without charges.

Here comes the fun part, there are also other potential DIY problems, such as psu cables (non-modular, fully-modular), heatsink placement, ram size, cable management.

 

[derkaiser94]

You also need a fair bit of patience.

 

[lifeishard]

I noticed that some individuals both here and carousell likes to build then sell very often (at a loss). Any idea what's the rationale of themdoing it? They can build 2 rigs in a month and sell them off. Not cool story lolz

 

[Soul77]

do watch youtube videos if unsure...

that time I 1st time install the big coolermaster cpu, the guide doesn't help much.. it's all pictures with symbols. no wording..

Got to check youtube..

 

[icheb]

Hello. It takes patience to build one especially as a beginner. I too build my first rig a week ago. Took me 2 months of research and hours upon hours of watching various YouTube videos, but there are guides that could accelerate the process. The most important is not to rush, but find your sweet spot of budget, gaming needs and overall design goals.

Take time to think this through.

In the end, it's a very rewarding process. Just look at my first rig. This is the result of what I learnt on the internet alone. It's really satisfying to apply what your learnt. There is one video that basically sums what to get and what to look out for. From then on, it's up to you. The possibilities are endless.

This is my first rig built and selected from scratch.

https://youtu.be/AiVWQthb-20

 

[timpeh82]

I noticed that some individuals both here and carousell likes to build then sell very often (at a loss). Any idea what's the rationale of themdoing it? They can build 2 rigs in a month and sell them off. Not cool story lolz

Greed. human unlimited wants.
They build a simple build first, then want better and better
no end to this

 

[xiaozozo]

http://forums.hardwarezone.com.sg/h...mprehensive-diy-pc-dummies-guide-4783384.html

maybe this from our fellow hwc reviewer can help, its pretty comprehensive

 

[Krabs.]

not hard

but don't expect the first build to be perfect ....

with the help of forumers here, the parts list would be very good optimized for cost/performance ratio

 

[MoneyFace =p]

Lol why create new thread?

 

[TianJinyuanJeremy]

oyeah didn't knew i posted another, just wondering what to do if i did something wrong, Troubleshooting would be a problem for a beginner

 

[Crimson_FURY]

It's really not hard. but you must go slow and be patient. Make sure you get it right first time round by taking your time, double/triple confirming every connection.

Just have the motherboard manual in front of you and follow its instructions step by step. Thats the only guide you really need.

 

[TianJinyuanJeremy]

Hello. It takes patience to build one especially as a beginner. I too build my first rig a week ago. Took me 2 months of research and hours upon hours of watching various YouTube videos, but there are guides that could accelerate the process. The most important is not to rush, but find your sweet spot of budget, gaming needs and overall design goals.

Take time to think this through.

In the end, it's a very rewarding process. Just look at my first rig. This is the result of what I learnt on the internet alone. It's really satisfying to apply what your learnt. There is one video that basically sums what to get and what to look out for. From then on, it's up to you. The possibilities are endless.

This is my first rig built and selected from scratch.

https://youtu.be/AiVWQthb-20

Wow thats cool! I'm thinking of using NZXT 440 Razer case though, the theme seems nice. or are there any other cases there are more worth it and aesthetically pleasing?

 

[peterchan75]

@ts,
If this is your first time putting a pc together, then it's advisable to get the PSU, motherboard, RAM and CPU. Before you pay, nego with the shop to do a POST test(i.e. assemble these parts, power up and boot into BIOS). You can verify the CPU model and RAM size in the BIOS display. It's best you get those motherboard with onboard video because it's easier to trouble shoot. These things wouldn't take long to assemble but it could be the biggest stumbling block for a newbie.

 

[Microx]

i think the wiring part is the most problematic one.. especially cable management. I had some troubles back then. The rest are like 123, plug & play.