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How To Build A Gaming PC - FULL Beginners Guide

8,402,681 views October 26, 2018 22:19

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In brief

This guide walks you through assembling a gaming PC from scratch, including overclocking the GPU and RAM, installing Windows, and setting up essential drivers. It’s perfect for absolute beginners who want a hands-on, detailed walkthrough with troubleshooting tips along the way.

Key steps

  1. Install CPU into the motherboard socket carefully.
  2. Insert RAM sticks into the correct slots on the motherboard.
  3. Connect the GPU to the PCI-E slot and secure it.
  4. Install the power supply and route cables neatly inside the case.
  5. Connect all front panel cables (power switch, USB, etc.) to the motherboard.
  6. Install Windows using a USB drive and activate it with a key.
  7. Overclock GPU and RAM using MSI Afterburner and benchmark performance.

Questions & answers

Can I use a cheaper case instead of the Rosewill Nautilus?

Yes, the description lists a cheaper case alternative.

What should I do if my PC doesn’t turn on after assembly?

Check the power supply switch position and ensure the front panel power switch cables are correctly connected.

Description from the creator

A Full in-depth build guide on building a PC with overclocking GPU and Ram, installation of Windows and Installing Drivers as well!
►Gaming Benchmarks: bit.ly/2kHhbYa
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WD BLUE 1TB: amzn.to/2B7mcn4
Zotac GTX 1060 6GB: amzn.to/2iuzhv0
EVGA 500W: amzn.to/2ivqby7
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►Full Parts List (CANADA)◄
iFixit ToolKit (Optional): amzn.to/2B6SOgp
Anti-Static Wrist Strap (Optional): amzn.to/2ksHqo0
Comfast WIFI Adapter (Optional): bit.ly/2ACe2j9
i3-8100: bit.ly/2AfilUW
MSI Z370-A PRO: amzn.to/2kqLaGO
G.Skill Ripjaws V 8GB (3200Mhz): bit.ly/2k0Bb74
WD BLUE 1TB: bit.ly/2B6pO8J
Zotac GTX 1060 6GB: amzn.to/2ksP0iH
EVGA 500W: bit.ly/2jogHG6
Rosewill Nautilus: bit.ly/2ivSi09
Cheaper Case Alternative: bit.ly/2ACF2iP
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►Drivers Install◄
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Windows 10 Media Tool: bit.ly/1KwZCCq
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►Overclocking Software◄
Heaven Benchmark: bit.ly/2BOIUgK
MSI Afterburner: bit.ly/1KdL48f

►Troubleshooting Tips◄
1) If your PC doesnt turn on (No fans are spinning):

- Flip the switch behind your Power Supply from O to | (SEE 15:50 in video)
-Make sure the front panel cables are connected correctly, most importantly the 'Power Switch' pin is in the correct spot. (SEE 12:51 in video)

2) Your PC boots, but screen is black (no output)

-Check and make sure the CPU connectors are fully seated in the CPU header labeled CPU_PWR1 on the motherboard. (SEE 10:56 in Video)
-Make sure the HDMI/Display port cable is connected to both the GPU and the monitor. If its connected to the back of the motherboard, its gonna display a black screen.
-Make sure the input on your monitor is the same as the source of your HDMI/DP cable. If the cable is in HDMI 1 port in the back of your monitor, make sure your monitor source input is set to HDMI 1.
-Make sure the PCI-E connector is hooked up to the GPU and that its fully seated. (SEE 10:28 in Video)
-Make sure all of your ram sticks are fully seated. If above fail, turn off PC, remove all ram sticks and re-insert them in again.

3) You boot to BIOS, but PC doesnt recognize the USB stick and doesnt boot to windows setup screen.

-Make sure all the USB cables are connected properly to the USB headers on the motherboard (SEE 11:05 and 11:56 in Video)
-Connect your USB stick to the back of the PC, do not use the front usb headers.
-Restart PC and hit F8 repeatedly until Boot menu opens up. Then select the USB drive on the list and it will boot straight from it.
-Installation on USB drive is either incorrect or corrupt. Re-install windows files on USB (SEE 14:53 in video)

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