Arrgh, why does my computer keep on freezing? A phrase that is echoed numerous times a minute let alone a day all across the world. Errors on a computer are just as common as the sight of water is on a ship on a voyage.
Personal computers are very common and they are an integral part of our daily lives. Businesses rely on computers as being the hub of all the information that is gathered and it is computers which students depend on to perform their educational activities.
Computers, being so vital, are still extremely volatile. Fixing a solution on a computer is not as easy as some people wish. When laptops were introduced to the market, computing did become mobile but the eradication of errors was not something that occurred. Laptops have their errors and when it is a hardware error then there really is a problem which cannot be reversed or fixed as a software problem can be fixed with trial and error. The real problem with laptops is not being able to change the hardware of the laptops which is one of the reasons why businesses still use personal computers and why there is an ever present use of IT support departments. Laptops do not give the same power or processing speed as a conventional personal computer either.
So, half the problems we encounter when on a computer is actually hardware related and to be honest we can fix these errors if we understand what actually makes a computer work and what components are responsible for what task.
The best way to understand a computer is to actually build one or assemble one from the beginning. In doing so the mind will open up to the way a computer operates and then when it comes to diagnosing a problem, it will be quickly solved.
So, in order to build a computer, it is essential to look at what it is that makes up a PC. The personal computer parts are:
Crucial parts of a PC:
- A motherboard
- A hard drive
- A CPU
- A graphics card
- A sound card
- A monitor
- A keyboard
- A mouse
- Computer cables
Other useful hardware:
- A Headset
- External hard drive
- Computer Fans
When assembling a PC the starting point is always the motherboard. This is the hub of a computer and it is this that processes all the information as information goes to and fro through this board. Normally a CPU is recommended for each type of a motherboard as there is a small issue of compatibility to contend with.
Once a compatible CPU is identified you can actually install the CPU on the motherboard in a certain direction. CPU’s need constant cooling so they will require a cooling fan to be fitted on top of it which is normally screwed into the motherboard. It is also advisable to put some thermal paste between the CPU and the fan. CPUs process a lot of information and for this reason they tend to heat up. One of the reasons why computers decide to switch off automatically is the CPU getting too hot.
A PC case is what holds the entire computer together and is important as well in the assembly of a machine. So one of the important things is to plan where all components are going to go. After the CPU is installed the next piece to install is the RAM which is installed in RAM connector slots.
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After this step it is sensible to actually move on to fitting the components onto the case. The hard drives and the DVD players will be installed towards the front of the case whilst ensuring the back of the drives are exposed to ensure they can be connected.
Some PC cases have built in power supplies and once the motherboard is installed it is sensible to begin putting everything together. The first point of call can be to attach the power supply to the motherboard which can be connected using the following connector. If the power supply did not come with the case, you will need to install this as well.
The hard drive and the DVD players can then be connected via the IDE or SATA wires on the connections that will really help.
The disk drives and DVD player (if required) are fitted onto the case. So before connecting the wires ensure the drives are firmly secured. A custom PC is often the best way to have an effective computer machine that delivers what an individual actually wants.
Once it is understood what makes a computer work, it is easy to diagnose a problem and fix possible shortcomings of a machine. You can easily build your own PC knowing what each component does and how to detach it and upgrade it, all in a seamless manner.
This is a guest post by Rehan Sajid of quitePC.com.