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.


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Computer Case:
Lian Li Lancool II Mesh C RGB-X
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CPU:
Intel Core i7-13700K
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Motherboard:
ASUS Z790-P Prime WiFi
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NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive:
Samsung 980 Pro 2TB Gen 4
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RAM:
G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-6000
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CPU Cooler:
DeepCool AK500 Zero Dark (This brand is currently unavailable in the US due to sanctions)
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Power Supply:
MSI MPG A850G 850 Watt Power Supply
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Magnetic Tray Set:
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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