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Build your own PC on a budget : a DIY guide for hobbyists and gamers /
"Design and assemble an inexpensive yet fast and reliable PCConstruct the PC of your dreams using the practical information contained in this hands-on guide. Build Your Own PC on a Budget explains step-by-step how to put together a customized computer that is affordable stable and powerful. Dis...
| Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
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| Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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?2016.
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| Edición: | 1st edition. |
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| Acceso en línea: | Texto completo |
Tabla de Contenidos:
- A. Dedication
- B. About the Author
- C. Acknowledgments
- D. Introduction
- About This Book
- Icons Used in This Book
- What You Should Know
- Use the Online Resources
- A. Part I?Developing a PC Plan
- 1. Defining What You Want
- Considering Why Off-the-Shelf Systems Aren't Appealing
- Writing Down Goals for Your System
- Creating a Budget
- Identifying the Parts You Have Now
- 2. Introducing the Major Parts
- Opening the Case
- Understanding the Role of the Motherboard
- Providing Power to the System
- Considering the Add-on Boards
- Deciding on Storage Devices
- Connecting with Cables
- Keeping Things Cool
- Focusing on External Connectivity
- 3. Considering the Vendors
- Getting on Vendor Sites
- Performing Apples-to-Apples Comparisons
- Finding Reliable Reviews
- Understanding the Compatibility Pitfalls
- Reading Between the Lines
- 4. Getting What You Need
- Creating and Verifying a Purchase List
- Making the Purchases
- Verifying the Package Contents
- Getting the Extras You Need
- Ensuring the Documentation Is Complete
- Inventorying the Required Tools
- Setting Up a Work Area
- B. Part II?Building the Hardware
- 5. Adding RAM and Processor
- Understanding Static Electricity
- Verifying the Processor and RAM Positions
- Adding Cooling to the Processor
- Inserting the Processor
- Installing the RAM
- 6. Installing the Motherboard
- Configuring the Case
- Installing a Power Supply
- Identifying the Power Plugs and Sockets
- Setting Up the Motherboard
- Ensuring the Motherboard Is in Place
- Connecting the Case Features to the Motherboard
- Testing Your Initial Setup
- 7. Providing Video
- Understanding the Video Basics
- Installing the Video Card Correctly
- Connecting Any Required Cables
- Considering CrossFire and SLI Configuration Needs
- Considering TV Tuner Configuration Needs
- Connecting Devices
- Performing a Quick Video Test
- 8. Mounting Permanent Storage
- Understanding Permanent Storage Basics
- Installing a SATA Drive
- Installing an Optical Drive
- Working with Solid-State Drives
- Using USB Storage
- Working with External Drives
- Considering Other Permanent Storage Options
- 9. Attaching Auxiliary Devices
- Choosing Keyboard and Other Input Devices Carefully
- Connecting the Keyboard
- Connecting the Mouse or Trackball
- Testing the Basic Setup
- Adding a Printer
- Working with Webcams
- Providing Other Device Connections
- C. Part III?Considering Networks
- 10. Installing a LAN
- Understanding LAN Basics
- Configuring the Motherboard LAN
- Installing a Separate LAN Card
- Using External LAN Solutions
- Understanding WLAN Essentials
- Considering LAN Security
- 11. Connecting to the Internet
- Configuring Multiple LANs
- Connecting a MODEM
- Using Alternative Connectivity Options
- Considering Internet Security.
- 12. Accessing Wireless Devices
- Understanding the Common Wireless Standards
- Ensuring You Have the Correct Wireless Support
- Configuring Common Computer Devices
- Configuring Alternative Devices
- Considering Wireless Device Security
- D. Part IV?Installing the Software
- 13. Installing the Operating System
- Choosing an Operating System
- Obtaining the Vendor Installation Instructions
- Ensuring You Have All the Details
- Performing the Installation
- 14. Accessing the Devices
- Understanding the Operating System to Device Connection
- Relying on Operating System Drivers
- Obtaining and Using Device Vendor Drivers
- Installing the Device Drivers
- Overcoming Driver-Specific Problems
- 15. Choosing Applications
- Matching Applications to Your System
- Verifying the Hardware Requirements
- Obtaining Application Reviews
- Installing the Application
- Correcting Application Installation Problems
- Removing Errant and Unused Applications
- E. Part V?Performing Maintenance
- 16. Maintaining the Hardware
- Cleaning the Outside
- Cleaning the Inside
- Inspecting Your Hardware
- Keeping Things Cool
- Obtaining Spare Parts
- Maintaining Essential Spares
- Creating a Maintenance Schedule
- 17. Managing the Software
- Performing Required Updates
- Keeping Things Secure
- Dealing with System Slowdowns
- Keeping Data Safe
- Overcoming Disasters
- 18. Preparing for Updates
- Maintaining a Wish List
- Building with Expansion in Mind
- Considering the Role of Software
- Obtaining and Installing Hardware Updates
- Knowing When to Retire Your Old System.