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How To Set Up a New PC!

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How To Set Up a New PC!

3,604,427 views October 25, 2018 16:44

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ChannelPaul's Hardware

In brief

This tutorial from Paul’s Hardware walks you through the essential steps to get a new PC up and running smoothly. You’ll configure hardware settings, install Windows 10, update drivers, and tweak the system for better performance—ideal for anyone assembling a custom build or setting up a pre-built machine for the first time.

Key steps

  1. Check hardware compatibility and enter UEFI/BIOS to enable XMP memory settings.
  2. Install Windows 10 from the USB and complete the initial setup process.
  3. Install motherboard and GPU drivers for full hardware functionality.
  4. Set up and format the storage hard drive for use.

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How To Set Up a New PC - A Paul's Hardware Tutorial
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► TIMESTAMPS ◄
0:00 Intro
0:59 What You'll Need (Apart from the PC)
1:56 Getting into the UEFI / BIOS, hardware check
2:50 Enabling Memory XMP Settings
3:34 Making a Windows 10 USB Installer
4:49 Installing Windows 10
7:34 Windows 10 First-Time Setup
9:22 Windows Update
10:02 A Few Small UI Tweaks
11:11 Installing Motherboard Drivers
13:15 Installing GPU Drivers
14:29 Setting Up the Storage Hard Drive

Download Windows 10:
microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10

Original First 5 Things to Do with a New PC Build Video:
youtu.be/LbpqkiaO7q4
3 More Things to Do with a New PC:
youtu.be/xURz-SSQUVY
How To Build an $800 PC:
youtu.be/YYsT-i7L5tc
Windows 10 for $20:
youtu.be/yXTqz3Fd28M

► PARTS LIST* ◄
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1600 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor - amzn.to/2f9Jw9O
MOTHERBOARD: ASRock X370 KILLER SLI/ac ATX AM4 Motherboard - bit.ly/2MYFnkN
MEMORY: G.Skill Ripjaws 4 8GB (2x4GB) DDR4-3000 Memory - bit.ly/2v2TsXH
GRAPHICS CARD: MSI Radeon RX 580 8GB ARMOR MK2 OC GPU - amzn.to/2m01uf6
STORAGE: SanDisk SSD PLUS 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive - amzn.to/2uXRJDD
STORAGE: WD Black 1TB 3.5" Hard Drive - amzn.to/2v1twMj
CASE: Phanteks ECLIPSE P400 Tempered Glass ATX Case - amzn.to/2J0Gm1q
POWER SUPPLY: Corsair CX (2017) 650W 80+ Bronze ATX PSU - amzn.to/2m32FKW

*These are my recommended parts for the $800 build. I used a few alternative parts in the video:
AMD Ryzen 5 1600X 3.6GHz 6-Core Processor - amzn.to/2uX3f1B
Cooler Master V650 650W Modular 80+ Gold PSU - amzn.to/2AqU1ja
LIAN LI PC-O11 AIR RGB Black Tempered Glass Case - bit.ly/2KaY9mX
G.Skill Ripjaws 4 Red 8GB (2x4GB) DDR4-2666 Memory - amzn.to/2ApI6Cp
ASUS ROG Strix RX 580 8GB OC Edition GPU - amzn.to/2vkPeKB

Please note that links above may be affiliate links -- clicking them earns me a small commission if you make a purchase and helps support my YouTube channel. Thank you!

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Paul's Hardware published this 16:44 video tutorial on October 25, 2018. It has been watched 3,604,427 times on YouTube.

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Further reading

  • You have a new PC or laptop. Here's how to set it up the best ... cnet.com

    To set up a new personal Windows PC or laptop, carefully unpack it from its box, and connect your external keyboard and mouse if you have them. There will be instructions in the box if you need them.

  • How to Set Up a New Computer | Digital Trends digitaltrends.com

    Whether it’s a sleek new laptop or a purpose-built gaming desktop with RGB lighting and high-end cooling systems, your PC is going to start asking you all sorts of questions when you first set ...

  • How to set up your new computer | PCWorld pcworld.com

    Set up your new PC’s security. Now that you’ve slipped into something more comfortable, it’s time to get your security ducks in a row. Brad Chacos/IDG. Windows Security in Windows 10.

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