• 1. System unit - how to choose components?
  • 2. Installation of the processor, RAM and cooling system.
  • 3. Applying thermal paste to the processor
  • 4. Installation motherboard into the body
  • 5. Connecting the case controls to the motherboard
  • 6. Installing the power supply
  • 7. Installation of drives
  • 8. Installing a video card
  • 9. Laying cables and completing work

Each of us has at least once encountered a situation where, having trusted a sales consultant, we chose a ready-made personal computer, and after a few months we realized that for the same money we could have purchased a much more productive option. To ensure that a similar story does not happen to any of our readers in the future, we have prepared instructions on how to assemble a computer yourself.

This process actually turns out to be much simpler than many non-technical users assume, but it still has a number of nuances, which we want to dwell on in detail in our material. We’ll start with a brief reminder of what a computer consists of and how not to make a mistake in choosing components.

System unit - how to choose components?

When a buyer enters a computer hardware store and sees the entire breadth of selection of motherboards, processors, video cards and others components, it seems to him that to connect all these devices together you need to have at least a doctorate in technical sciences. But it's not all bad, producers. computer hardware took care of us and many years ago adopted a single standard - Advanced Technology Extended, which unifies all the hardware of the computer.

Selecting components is the most difficult task when assembling a PC, much more labor-intensive than connecting them together, but this material is dedicated to the latter task, and you can find a comparison of the characteristics of video cards and processors in our other publications.

The basis of all our future system is a motherboard, as its name suggests. It has virtually no effect on performance, but is responsible for the proper operation of all components of our computer.

The entire process of assembling a PC essentially consists of connecting components using connectors and wires to the board, and therefore you should first evaluate what kind of computer you would like to have as an output and, based on this, choose a motherboard with a certain number of RAM cells suitable for desired processor socket and so on. Another important characteristic of the motherboard is the form factor - the size of the case you will need depends on it, so be careful and when purchasing a large E-ATX board, do not expect to fit it into a compact case.

Installation of the processor, RAM and cooling system.

To build a computer at home, we suggest starting with an “open bench” rather than immediately installing your components into the case without knowing whether the system works or not. The process is as follows: we connect all our parts to the motherboard, update the board firmware, install operating system and test the resulting assembly for errors and conflicts. If they are not identified, then we are happy to install it all in the housing.

Let's start the process by installing the heart of our future PC - the processor. We must remember that the two market leaders in processor production - AMD and Intel - fundamentally use different socket designs; the former have the contact pins on the processor, while the latter prefer to place them in the socket.

To install an AMD processor, you need to lift the metal lever, insert the legs into the holes provided for them, and then return the lever to its original position. Thus, we will close the processor contacts with the socket contacts and securely fix this position.

When installing Intel, you should lift the lever and the clamping cover, and after installing the processor, do these steps in reverse order. Both types of processors should be installed in a strictly defined position, which is indicated by arrows on the processor itself and the motherboard socket.

As for cooling the processor, you need to remember that they are all installed differently and the only reasonable action would be to strictly follow the instructions. For example, AMD has a passion for fasteners using plastic lugs, while Intel, in principle, does not use such a design solution. In general, most processor coolers are quite universal, and therefore can work with chipsets from both companies, but be careful when choosing - there are also models that are loyal to only one brand.

Do not forget that many coolers can be installed in two positions, which determines which wall the heated air will exit through - the back or the top. Therefore, before installation, weigh the potency of both options and your body and choose the most productive one.

After we have secured the radiator and installed the fan on it, all that remains is to connect the power connector to the corresponding connector on the board, called CPU_FAN. More expensive motherboards can provide two similar connectors designed for two coolers at once.

So, to complete the initial work, all we have to do is install the RAM modules into the DIMM slots. Each stick has a security key that prevents you from inserting it the wrong way round; also, you will not be able to insert memory of one type, for example DDR3, into a slot on the motherboard that is not intended for it. Thus, installing RAM is the simplest process in the assembly algorithm personal computer.

Most processors have a dual-channel set of RAM, and therefore it is recommended to insert an even number of sticks. It must be remembered that a fairly large processor cooler may block the RAM slots on some motherboards, and therefore it is worth thoroughly studying their compatibility before purchasing.

Applying thermal paste to the processor

Many beginners make a common mistake and think that assembly consists solely of assembling parts a la a construction set. No less important for the performance of the processor than itself and the cooling system is thermal paste, which helps their tandem demonstrate maximum performance. As a rule, a small layer is already applied to the fan base, so this is not necessary during first assembly.

However, if it is missing, simply add a couple of drops of the composition and spread them in an even layer over the area of ​​​​the heat distribution cover of the CPU. On the contrary, excess will reduce the thermal conductivity between the processor and the cooler, which will negatively affect the performance of the computer. If you decide to assemble a computer with your own hands, then at least do not harm it.

Installing the motherboard into the case

The main line when choosing a case for you should be the one that is responsible for the supported form factors of the motherboards. The following are the maximum possible sizes of installed components - believe me, when the time comes for wiring, you will thank yourself for choosing the most comfortable case in which you can install all the desired hardware without unnecessary manipulations.

To install the motherboard, you first need to tighten the external and internal threaded mounting nuts. As a rule, all the bolts and nuts come with the housing, they are standardized, so it is unlikely that you will need to look for something unique to install your assembly. Having secured the plugs and tightened the nuts, you can move on.

Connecting Case Controls to the Motherboard

The panel of a standard case is usually equipped with on/off buttons, as well as USB ports and a headphone jack. As a rule, these interfaces are located at the bottom of the motherboard, and therefore we find them and connect them to the case.

The set of wires is very standard:

  • PWR_SW is responsible for the on/off button;
  • RESET_SW activates the reset key;
  • HDD_LED (“plus” and “minus”) activates the drive activity indicator;
  • PWR_LED (“plus” and “minus”) is responsible for the operation of the computer status indicator.

Installing the power supply

It's time to install the power supply and connect the cables to the motherboard. All connectors have keys that will prevent incorrect connection, so even an inexperienced user can handle it. Each connector speaks for itself, and if it says SATA on it, then it is probably intended for a device with the same interface.

Recently, the power supply compartment has been located at the bottom of the case for better ventilation, so make sure that the wires are long enough for components located in the part of the video card remote from the unit. After installing the unit, we stretch two main cables - a 24-pin cable to the motherboard itself and an 8-pin cable to the processor. When purchasing a power supply, we advise you to immediately purchase a bundle of nylon ties so that your bundle does not get confused between PC parts.

Installing drives

There are several drive form factors: 2.5 inch, 3.5 inch and solid state drives with M2 connector. The latter are installed on the motherboard itself, but the first two must first be installed in the case.

Installing a drive into a slot with a slide is as simple as installing RAM, and therefore we will not dwell on this point in detail. All that remains is to connect cables to them from the motherboard and power supply unit, which have a SATA connector.

If you want to install optical drive, then the algorithm is the same - we fix it in the 5.25-inch compartment, remove the front plug and supply power.

Installing a video card

Since we set out to assemble a PC correctly, we cannot do without a paragraph dedicated to the video card. It is installed last and the power cables are pre-wired for it. The graphics accelerator must be installed in the very first PCI Express x16 port, but modern video cards occupy two or even three slots, so access to the downstream port will be blocked.

After these procedures, all that remains is to remove the two plugs on which the radiator will be connected, and also tightly screw the video card to the motherboard and back cover housings. The number of power cables will depend on the power of the video card and in extreme cases you will have to add cables to the power supply or use adapters.

Laying cables and completing work

The entire list of components is combined into unified system, so it’s time to put the finishing touches on it. If the assembly is standard, then you just need to choose what to connect the coolers to: motherboard, reobass or power supply. After this, you just need to carefully lay the remaining cables and tie them with nylon ties, and then close the housing cover.

After that, we connect a monitor and other peripherals to the system unit, install the operating system and use the brand new assembled computer.

We hope that our material on how to assemble a computer yourself will help you save money and choose the most successful combination of elements, without paying attention to the tricks of computer equipment sellers!

  • Video card;
  • processor, cooler and thermal paste;
  • RAM;
  • motherboard;
  • case with power supply;
  • Screwdriver Set.

Instructions for assembling a personal computer from components

1 Prepare complete set

Let’s prepare all the components and take another look at them to make sure we haven’t forgotten anything. I will build a computer from this.

2 Preparation motherboard

Let's open the box with motherboard and take her out. The box usually contains instructions, a driver disk, a back panel, and cables for the drive and hard drive.

It is important not to damage the motherboard from static electricity. Therefore, first remove the static charge from yourself, “ground yourself” before picking it up. It is advisable not to wear synthetic clothing, and your hands should not be excessively dry.


Taking the motherboard out of the factory box

3 Installation central processor

The first thing you need to do is install CPU(CPU, CPU) into the connector on the board. One corner of the processor is usually marked with a triangle. The same triangle is also on the board. We place the processor so that the marks match. And then we press it with a special lever located on one of the edges of the processor seat (socket).


4 Installation radiator and cooler

Now you need to install a radiator with a cooler and connect it to the power connector on the board. If thermal paste has already been applied to the radiator, then it is ready for installation. If there is no thermal paste, it must be applied in an even, thin, neat layer to the surface that will be adjacent directly to the processor. Then place the radiator on the processor and rub it in thoroughly so that the paste is evenly distributed in the space between the radiator and the processor. Then close the locking latches. Well finishing touch- connect the fan wire to the power connector on the motherboard, usually it is marked as “CPU FAN”.


Depending on the processor family, radiator installation options may differ slightly from those described. Usually the technique is described in detail in the motherboard datasheet; read it before starting work.

5 Installing modules random access memory

The next step is installing RAM modules. If you have one module, then place it in the first slot. It is usually marked as "DIMM_A1" or simply "DIMM_1". If there are more than two memory slots, and there are several memory modules, then place them first in slots of the same color: this way the RAM will work faster.


6 Installation rear panel

Now we install the shiny metal back panel with holes for all connectors. It is installed from the inside by simply pressing it outwards.


7 Installation motherboard

The board has holes for mounting, and the case has holes and a number of metal stands, usually at least 6 pieces. Depending on the size of your board, you need to place the racks in the case so that they are under the board's mounting holes. Now we place the motherboard in the case. There should be posts underneath all the holes. The motherboard connectors must fit neatly into the holes in the back panel. We fasten the motherboard with screws to the stands.


8 Installation video cards

It's the video card's turn. Modern video cards usually have a PCI-Express connector. We place it in the slot until it clicks and secure it to the back wall with a screw.


9 Installation and connection power supply

Now we connect the power supply to the motherboard. First, connect the large 20-pin double-row connector ("8" in the picture) to the motherboard. Then connect the 4-pin connector "7". It can be placed either next to or in another location on the board. A modern hard drive and DVD drive are connected using type “3” connectors, old ones - using type “2” connectors. If you have a powerful video card, then it requires additional power - connectors “5” and “6”. Type "1" connector is used to power an older floppy drive.


10 Connecting ports and indicators

Connecting USB ports, additional audio connectors, internal speaker and front panel buttons: power and reboot buttons, hard drive and computer power indicators. Usually these connectors are located nearby and labeled on the motherboard like this: USB, PWR_SW, RST_SW, SPEAKER, HDD_LED, POWER_LED.


To avoid mistakes, carefully read the instructions for your motherboard model and follow them when connecting the front panel, buttons and LED indicators.

11 Connection hard drives HDD, CD and DVD drives


12 Turning on the computer and installation of device drivers

Let's check everything again and then turn on the computer. If you have previously installed the operating system, it should boot immediately. Naturally, when you turn it on for the first time, you will need to install all the drivers: first on the motherboard and all its devices, and then on the video card.

When you turn it on for the first time, it is advisable to connect the monitor to the built-in video adapter of the motherboard, and not to a discrete video card in the PCI-Express slot. Then, when all the drivers are installed, switch the monitor to a discrete video card.


Read the manual (instructions) for the motherboard before starting work.

If possible, after assembly, use wire to twist all the wires into one bundle so that nothing unnecessary dangles, sticks out, or interferes with the free circulation of air inside the case.

After installing the drivers on the motherboard, restart the computer and only then install the drivers on the video card.

note

Make sure you are not electrified before handling any computer components. If you experience static discharge, wet your hands, touch the computer case or the central heating pipe.

The laptop and iMac have lost the war to the desktop PC. You’ll finish reading and run to the store for a system unit.

The emergence of each new type of portable PC disrupts the market for desktop units. But in vain.

Desktop system unit lives with the help of upgrades for years: the motherboard and processor rarely need to be changed more than once every 4 years; the rest sometimes live for 10 years.

It is not necessary to keep a huge Full Tower (a body taller than 50 centimeters) under the desktop. Powerful engineering system fits into a body of dimensions Mac Mini and can hide anywhere in the house (even behind the TV).

Get a desktop PC, don't be like everyone else.

Rules for selection and assembly. 1. Motherboard, processor and memory

Always get a motherboard with a lot of peripheral ports. It will be great if it can work with the new generation of processors.

There are life hacks for memory and storage devices. Always check:

  • will the memory work on the current build;
  • Is it possible to seriously improve performance with faster memory;
  • It’s always easier to buy more than to sell, so buy one small, fast bar;
  • start with hard drive for file storage, an SSD greatly increases performance, but it can be installed at any moment;
  • Take a small but fast SSD; only for the system and main programs.

Rules for selection and assembly. 2. Block, cooling and peripherals

You can't skimp on the power supply. He must provide output power 20-30% more than the computer consumes at peak load.

It is better to change the unit when buying new hardware than to change the entire system unit due to constant power surges. And don’t take the block as part of the case. It always ends badly.

The easiest way to save money is on cooling. Be patient with overclocking and save money at the start. Instead of fancy turbines and water cooling, use 120mm coolers installed on the same level. Or don't bother at all.

The main thing is that temperatures do not jump: a stably hot system unit (for example, at a constant 70 degrees) works longer than one in which there are changes from cold to warm (even if it is from 25 to short-term 50).

What to build a computer from today?

The following systems should be considered as the most attractive options for a universal system unit:

To a poor student

What to improve: install a more powerful i3-7350K processor and a motherboard based on the Z170/Z270 Express chipset; install AMD processor Ryzen 3 and corresponding motherboard; install a 120 GB SSD (SATA 6 Gb/s) for the system.

How to save: give up discrete video card in an assembly with Intel, the built-in video core will handle all work tasks and allow you to play a little on minimal settings.

I would choose the system on Intel based. It scales better and allows you to use powerful processors and a decent amount of memory. The AMD build is more productive in video rendering and multi-threaded computing. But the lack of a large number of such applications almost destroyed the company, so this is not a reason to choose an outdated and cheap FX.

Installation in assembly on Intel processor i3 will not increase performance much: the selected Pentium supports Hiper Threading and works no worse.

But the ruler Intel Core supports a number of additional instructions that greatly increase the speed of working with video and some operational calculations. Take this into account when choosing.

For a novice gamer

What to improve: install a processor with an unlocked multiplier and a motherboard based on the Z170/Z270 Express chipset; replace the video card with a GTX 1070.

How to save: install GTX 1030, 1050Ti or GTX 1060 3 GB; discard the second magnetic storage device.

It's the same story as with the previous build. A proven i5 is preferable to a new Rizen. But all markers have different tastes and colors, so you can choose the cheap AMD option.

Rizen has excellent overclocking potential. A small additional payment on the motherboard and changing the processor to an option with an unlocked multiplier will significantly improve the results. But the younger ones do not work very well with memory, which often neutralizes all performance.

On the other hand, the current i5 from the Skylake/Kaby Lake families do not provide the advantages that the expensive and powerful Haswell i5 had, which were barely inferior to the top-end i7. The absence of Hiper Threadign forces us to describe another configuration.

“...Work, play and stay for a long time”

What to improve: install the processor, motherboard from the following option; replace the video card with a GTX 1080; use a PCI-Express drive.

How to save: use smaller storage devices; replace the video card with a GTX 1060 6 GB.

These configurations are based on serious, almost flagship solutions. Important point: A system based on an AMD processor implies overclocking (as evidenced by the motherboard chipset). The Intel solution does not provide for this and, what is much worse, is picky about power quality.

This build will allow you to run almost any game in 2K at maximum graphics settings, and will perform well in 4K. Unfortunately, the Radeon line of graphics cards is completely useless for this application.

However, for Full HD you can go with a 6GB GTX 1060. The difference in performance between the two Nvidia lines is only 15-20%. It's hardly worth it.

God, Caesar and for 3D modeling

What to improve: use water cooling; use a second video card.

How to save: replace the video card according to the requirements; use smaller storage devices.

Record-breaking builds for performance on this moment. The transition to platforms for enthusiasts based on server solutions will provide virtually no increase in real-world use. So before we go out Intel Core i9 and flagship Rizen It is this set of components that will become the ceiling.

There is enough performance for any task. It is worth noting that when purchasing a board, you need to think about whether a second video accelerator will be used in the future and check whether the selected motherboard supports SLI. You should forget about Crossfire and Radeon cards.

Why not replace it in the future? The GTX 1080 Ti is the most powerful graphics card today. This won't change in a couple of years. Buying the vaunted Titan is an unjustified luxury that brings very little power.

I have enough money for everything, but I can't decide


The right choice today, regardless of budget, can be a motherboard on a flagship chipset (AMD X370/Intel Z270 Express) and a mid-price processor (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X/Intel Core i5-7400K) with 1 memory stick of 8-16 GB. With an SSD and a GTX 1060, 6 GB is enough to cover everything for several years to come. If you don't like it, you can always improve it.

Is it worth changing your system unit today? If the current one is based on an i5-2500(K), i7-2600(K), i5-3550(K), i7-3770(K) or similar processors with 4/8 physical/virtual threads, the upgrade can wait. All that is required is a new (scarce) video card: GTX 1060 or older. And increase memory.

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Hello! If you are thinking about buying a new gaming computer, then you don’t have to worry too much and purchase a ready-made system, while overpaying 10-20% of the cost. For those who want to save money, the best option would be to assemble a computer from components. In the huge variety of hardware for a computer, how can you select the necessary and compatible components?

Many gamers who believe that the issue of assembling a computer is too complicated for them do not want to understand the topic and prefer to trust a specialist. However, in reality, there is nothing difficult about assembling a computer for gaming yourself. So why then overpay for the services of specialists or for a ready-made system unit?! In this article we will look at one of the simplest and most effective online configurators: DNS, with which you can collect gaming computer even a person completely far from the computer topic.

How to understand what kind of hardware you need

Typically, assembling a computer begins with choosing a motherboard or processor. However, given the fact that we are assembling a system for games, the first place comes video card. Naturally, this does not mean that we should spend our entire budget on a video chip, limiting ourselves to a dual-core processor and a gigabyte of memory. However, it is based on the characteristics of the video card that gamers understand whether this or that game will work for them.

So, in order to understand what components we need for our future gaming computer, we need to follow these steps:

  • Determine in what games do you plan to play on your new car and select the most demanding ones among them.
  • Visit the official websites of the developers of these games and view system requirements requirements for computers. You can also visit gamer forums dedicated to a particular game and find out what kind of hardware someone uses.
  • You can use the highest system requirements as the basis for your computer configuration.

In this case, we pay special attention to the requirements for the video card and processor.

When assembling a gaming computer yourself, you need to competently distribute your budget. Of course, there will be a desire to take additional equipment, but you need to remember that money tends to run out. Therefore, first of all, you need to buy something that you cannot do without, i.e. video card, processor, motherboard, drive, power supply etc.

The rest peripherals are optional. So, at the first stage, if you have a limited budget, you can purchase 4-8 GB RAM, and then buy the required number of planks. You can also later purchase a discrete sound card, an optical drive, a modern case, a comfortable keyboard and a functional mouse. You shouldn’t spend money on these devices at the very beginning; it’s better to overpay for a processor or video card, which you won’t be able to change later.

We assemble a gaming computer for 30,000 rubles

So, let's move from theory to practice. Let's start with the lowest price category– up to 30,000 rubles. To build a computer, we will use the well-known online configurator offered by a computer hardware store DNS. There are many other similar configurators, but I chose this one for a number of reasons: it is as easy as possible to learn, the equipment compatibility check is excellent, the cost is calculated automatically, and sometimes useful tips pop up. Having created your account, you will be able to collect computer systems and save them here, without having to buy anything.

So, the component assembly page in this configurator looks like this:

First, let’s add two main components of a gaming computer to the configurator – processor and video card. In the left column you can select device options. The following parameters were set for the processor to select the optimal device:

  • Manufacturer: AMD. The choice is due to budget limitations.
  • For a gaming computer.
  • With a free multiplier and eight cores.
  • No cooling system.

As a result of this filtering, only five processors remained, the cost of which varies between 6900-11300 rubles. The first three models cost the same, so we choose the more energy efficient one - AMD FX 8320E. Click on the Add to Kit button to add the processor to our assembly.

When selecting a video card, configure the following filters:

  • For gaming computer
  • Manufacturer – AMD (also for cost reduction purposes)
  • Memory capacity 2-4 GB

At the same time, we have activated the automatic filter compatibility, so that those devices are selected that match the already selected elements. So, as a result of filtering, 14 video card models were selected that met our criteria.

To learn more about the characteristics of each model double-click on the icon with its image. We look at the detailed data in the product card, and to exit to the configurator, click Back to catalog.

Of the proposed options, the video card turned out to be the most attractive ASUS AMD Radeon RX 460 DUAL OC, which has an affordable price and does not require additional power.

Next, we proceed to choosing a motherboard. From the four models selected by the configurator, we choose MSI 970A SLI KRAIT EDITION, which is slightly cheaper than the others, but has similar characteristics.

When choosing a cooler, in the parameters we indicate 100W of power dissipation, copper base, tower type and 4 pin connection connector. The configurator offered several options, among which we choose a cheaper model DEEPCOOL GAMMAXX 200T.

To check whether we are within the budget, look at the upper corner of the configurator, where total cost of all components. As you can see in the screenshot, we still have about 9,000 rubles at our disposal.

Don't be alarmed by warnings like " Suboptimal power consumption", etc., which may appear here - until we fully assemble the system, such warnings are inevitable. The red elements show which components are missing for the system to work.

So, next step– SSD selection. In the filter we indicate the volume of 120-128 GB and the SATA-3 interface. The drive is quite fast in an affordable price category Sandisk SSD Plus. Of course, for a gamer this amount of memory will not be enough, but given the limited budget, something has to be sacrificed. In any case, you can buy more later HDD for a larger volume.

Important: if your configuration does not include a case, the program will show that SATA is not compatible with your equipment - some kind of glitch. Therefore, we simply uncheck the “Compatible” box.

Next we purchase RAM, which for a gaming computer must be purchased in a volume of at least 8 GB. However, due to the same lack of funds, we first buy a 4 GB stick. From the configurator, the most optimal option was memory JRam DDR3 with a frequency of 1.6 GHz.

Only now can you start choosing a power supply, because... energy-consuming elements are already included in the configuration. As you can see, the total system power consumption was 244 W. Considering the fact that we plan to make system upgrades in the future, we need to choose a power supply with a power reserve - approximately 450-500 W. As a result of searching according to the specified parameters, we include a power supply in our configuration Accord ACC-500W-80BR. When choosing this block, we also took into account the number of available connectors, which should be sufficient for all our current and planned devices.

As for the body, you will have to be content with one of the most simple models AeroCool V3X Advance, because There is practically no money left in the budget. This housing is suitable for installing all of our components.

As a result of assembling this gaming computer, we see that the total cost of the system unit was 31,843 rubles - slightly more than the planned limit.
However, it is quite possible that you can find similar components in other stores at better prices than in DNS. To save the assembled configuration you will have to register on the site. Later, you can access it to monitor price changes, make adjustments, or share the link with friends.

Hello friends! Many of us loved to assemble construction sets as children, didn’t we? Those who are younger still remember how many wonderful things can be created with even a small Lego set.

The older generation remembers with nostalgia the time when Lego was an overseas wonder, but in toy stores it was sometimes possible to get products from their competitors - the PB company from the GDR. These sets were ingeniously dubbed “German Designer”.

Assembling an ATX system unit and other form factors is not much different from these games: from interchangeable standardized parts using a similar principle, with the right approach, you can “make” a PC with your own hands that will even work.

This publication about how to assemble a computer is an introduction to the next series of instructions. In it I will try to convey the main points as concisely as possible, but these tips will already help you assemble a computer yourself. We will go through each stage point by point in the following guides.

The main rule when assembling

It is very simple and in a perverted form it says “You can’t shove in something that can’t be shoved in.” Let me explain. Parts of the same type, but of different generations (as in the case of RAM) or different modifications (as in the case of processors) have different slots for installation.

Even if they are similar in appearance, the present locks and lockers will not allow the component to be mounted correctly. If you apply force, expensive components can simply be broken.

Therefore, even if you are 95% sure that you ordered the correct parts, before assembling, double-check that they really match.

And if it suddenly turns out that you forgot something or bought the wrong thing, you will find everything you need in this popular online store.

Assembly diagram step by step

The position of each of the stages is not a dogma at all and they can be swapped. However, according to the list that I bring to your attention, it is most convenient to assemble a computer. So, in order:


Ready! All that remains is to install the operating system and that’s it necessary drivers- and you can get into Dota 2.

As you can see, everything is very simple, and assembly will take you no more time than I wrote and checked this publication for errors. Going step by step from top to bottom, using this algorithm you can assemble a computer of any configuration.

And in conclusion, I want to add one small clarification. When assembling a computer, it is important to distinguish between similar concepts. To install means to mount a part into its seat. Connect means attach all the necessary cables to the appropriate slots.