How to Build a PC, Step by Step, Slow & Easy Computer Build Guide

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Build a PC with this computer build guide. This video walks you step-by-step, slow and easy through the process, showing you how to build a computer, whether it is your first or your tenth. You’ll get closeup shots of all the important connections you need to make when connecting parts and wires. Your big questions will be answered so you can proceed confidently, and complete your computer with ease. Windows 11 Download: https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows11 How to Fix USB Flash Drive After It “Shrinks” When Using it to Install Windows https://youtu.be/jlCluXlzboQ PRODUCTS (In order of appearance in video) As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases through links below. Computer Case: Lian Li Lancool II Mesh C RGB-X https://amzn.to/3zMFLAn CPU: Intel Core i7-13700K https://amzn.to/4cPYf1K Motherboard: ASUS Z790-P Prime WiFi https://amzn.to/4daOQ4l NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive: Samsung 980 Pro 2TB Gen 4 https://amzn.to/4bUR1YQ RAM: G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-6000 https://amzn.to/3SolW91 CPU Cooler: DeepCool AK500 Zero Dark (This brand is currently unavailable in the US due to sanctions) Cooler alternatives: be quiet! Shadow Rock 3: https://amzn.to/3WzJLNC Noctua NH-U9S: https://amzn.to/3WznCz2 ARCTIC Freezer 34: https://amzn.to/3ydAx0b Power Supply: MSI MPG A850G 850 Watt Power Supply https://amzn.to/4cQCwq9 Anti-Static Mat: https://amzn.to/4fcJJ5J Anti-Static Wrist Strap and Grounding Cord: https://amzn.to/4cPc0gY LED Worklight: https://amzn.to/3LCMsIc Multi-Function Screwdriver Tool Set: https://amzn.to/3WyqqfF Kobalt Ratcheting Screwdriver: https://amzn.to/3ShT2as Cutting & Needle Nose Pliers/Mini Pliers Set: https://amzn.to/3LyUP7x Magnetic Tray Set: https://amzn.to/4bVjHRt Arctic MX-4 Thermal Paste w/Spatula: https://amzn.to/3A2KM80 Lazy Susan: https://amzn.to/3LVHJBz Computer Case Mini Speaker/Internal PC BIOS Speaker: https://amzn.to/3Lzt92b Headphone/Microphone Splitter: https://amzn.to/3Sjr3aH Fan Power Cable 3-Way Splitter: https://amzn.to/3WAlJlQ Fan Power Hub: https://amzn.to/3y7LuAu Noctua NF-P12 Case Fan: https://amzn.to/46g5bTc Fan Power Cable Extension: https://amzn.to/3zXPT9O ASUS RTX 4070 TI Super GPU: https://amzn.to/3LCNiok Cut-Your-Own Cable Straps: https://amzn.to/4fdonoK Reusable Cable Ties: https://amzn.to/3zPuAXE Logitech M705 Wireless Mouse: https://amzn.to/4ftHDP9 PNY 256GB Flash Drive https://amzn.to/3Sl5mqN Windows 11 Home https://amzn.to/46jopHE Windows 11 Pro https://amzn.to/46jP9HR =================================== Items on Shelf: Floating Lightbulb https://amzn.to/3ShTfug =================================== Video Timestamps: 0:00 How to Build a PC 0:59 Parts Selection 13:32 Helpful Tools 15:05 Motherboard 16:41 Install CPU 21:17 Install RAM 25:03 Install NVMe/M.2 Drive 28:28 Install CPU Cooler 39:25 Apply Thermal Paste 48:50 The Case 54:48 Install I/O Shield 1:00:05 Install Motherboard 1:11:03 Install Power Supply 1:28:52 Install Disk Drives and Solid State Drives 1:43:11 Connect Power to Motherboard 1:52:34 Connect Case Cables 2:05:32 Connect Fan Power 2:13:49 Install Fan Hub/Power Splitter 2:19:30 Install Extra Case Fan 2:26:41 RGB Lighting 2:33:09 Install GPU 2:44:43 Cable Management 2:53:50 Prepare for First Power-Up 2:56:57 Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) 2:58:29 Shut Up and Boot Up 2:59:18 UEFI 2:59:34 Controlling Fans 3:07:05 Update BIOS 3:14:53 Install Windows 3:38:00 Install Drivers 3:42:18 Activate Windows 3:43:14 Turn on XMP (Or EXPO) 3:47:48 Install Glass Doors