Hello, I was given a bunch of old computer components from a friend and I'm trying to put together a general internet access/homework computer for my kids. The problem is that other than just replacing certain components I've never done much else. So now I'm trying to figure out what the next step is, I've read computer building threads so now I'd just like some confirmation.
1) I installed the motherboard in the case: PCChips M848A, the only item i needed to buy....the two he gave me were dead.
Now I need to install the CPU, an Athlon XP 2000+, do I just drop the CPU in and install the heatsink or do I use some sort of gel on the CPU/heatsink?
The next steps?:
- attach DVD burner
- attach video card
- attach formatted hard drive
- install power supply
Then?:
- insert Windows XP pro CD boot up comp and install OS from DVD drive
Does this all seem to make sense? Am stuck on that CPU gel problem at this point.
1) I installed the motherboard in the case: PCChips M848A, the only item i needed to buy....the two he gave me were dead.
Now I need to install the CPU, an Athlon XP 2000+, do I just drop the CPU in and install the heatsink or do I use some sort of gel on the CPU/heatsink?
The next steps?:
- attach DVD burner
- attach video card
- attach formatted hard drive
- install power supply
Then?:
- insert Windows XP pro CD boot up comp and install OS from DVD drive
Does this all seem to make sense? Am stuck on that CPU gel problem at this point.