ASSEMBLING

COMPUTER
Presented by: Group 4
Reporters:
Carlos Jade L. Pelina
Mycel Patingo
Nicholas Andrei Sangco
 LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

• Configure a computer.

• Set the computer system properly.

• Learn how to assemble and disassemble computer.

 HOW TO BUILD A PC

Before you begin building or refitting a computer, you should have some basic tools.

Phillips Screwdriver Anti – Static wrist strap

Needle – nose Plier Large Working Space

 HOW TO BUILD A PC

Optional, but useful tools:

Electrical Tape Laptop

Wire or Nylon Ties Manuals

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COMPONENT

• Unplug the wall socket power cord before touching any component.

• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or metal object, such as a power supply case, before

handling components to avoid damage due to static electricity.

• Hold edge components to avoid touching the ICs on them.

• Place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component whenever you uninstall any

component.

• Make sure that the ATX power supply is switched off before installing or removing any component. Failure to do

so can cause serious damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.

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COMPONENT

• Before you install the motherboard,

study the configuration of your chassis
to ensure that the motherboard fits into
it. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing
so can damage the motherboard.
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Safety Procedures
• Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.

• Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap

is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact
your retailer immediately of the PnP cap is missing, or if you see
any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard
components.

• Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process
Return Merchandise authorization (RMA) request only
if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket.

• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket

contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal,
or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
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CPU and Fan Assembly Installation

• CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation

apply the thermal interface material to the CPU
heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink
and fan if necessary.
C P U FA N I N S TA L L AT I O N
 I N S TA L L S Y S T E M M E M O RY

• This motherboard comes with two double

data rate 3 (DDR3) dual inline memory
module (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3
module is notched differently from a DDR
or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or
DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
Memory Configuration
• You may install varying memory sizes in channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel
configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single- channel operation.

• Due to intel chipset limitations, DDR3 1600MHz and higher memory modules on XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3
1600MHz.

• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version
or date code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules.

• Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit windows OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable
memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less.

• The motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 megabits (Mb) chips or less.

• Memory modules with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded X.M.P profile is not the JEDEC
memory standard. The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU’s capabilities and other installed devices.

• The maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are
available in the market.

• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its serial Presence detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from
a memory module.

• For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full.

• Memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition .

 I N S TA L L I N G D I M M

1. Press the retaining clips outward to unlock

a DIMM socket.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch
on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the
socket.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the
retaining clips snap back in place and the DIM is
properly seated.
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1. Press the retaining clips outward to unlock

a DIMM socket.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch
on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the
socket.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the
retaining clips snap back in place and the DIM is
properly seated.
 REMOVING A DIMM

1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips

outward to unlock the DIMM.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
 E X PA N S I O N S L O T S
To install an expansion card:
• Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation
that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings
for the card.

• Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already

installed in a chassis).

• Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use.
Keep the screw for later use.

• Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the
card is completely.

• Seated on the slot .

• Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier

• Replace the system cover.

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Configuring an Expansion Card:

After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings.

1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See chapter 2 for
information on BIOS setup.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card

3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.

PCI Express x1 slots
- This motherboard supports two PCI express X1 network cards,
SCSI cards. And other card that comply with the PCI express
specifications.

PCI Express x16 slots

- This motherboard supports one PCI express X16 graphics card
that complies with the PCI express specifications.
 JUMPERS

Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLTRC)

• This jumper allows you to clear the real time clock

(RTC)RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory
of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing
the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard bottom cell
battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include
system setup information such as system passwords.
To clear the RTC RAM:

1. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord.

2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3.
Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then
move the cap back to pins 1-2.

3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

4. Hold down the <DEL> Key during the boot process and
enter BIOS setup to re-enter data.
 IO CONNECTORS

1. PS/2 Mouse port (green).

This port is for a PS/2 mouse.

2. LPT connector. This port supports LPT devices

such as printers.

3. LPT connector. This port supports LPT devices

such as printers.

4. Line in port (light blue). This port connects the tape,

CD, DVD player, or other audio sources.

5. Line out port (Lime). This port connects a headphone

or a speaker, in 4- channel, 6- channel, and 8- channel
configurations, the function of this port becomes front
speaker out.
 IO CONNECTORS

6. Microphone port (pink), this port connects a microphone.

7. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin universal serial bus (USB) ports connect to USB 2.0/ 1.1 devices.

8. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2. these two 9-pin universal serial bus (USB) 3.0/2.0 devices.

9. Video graphics adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA- compatible devices.

10. DVI- D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. DVI-D can’t be converted to output RGB signal to

CRT and isn’t compatible with DVI-D.

11. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.
 INTERNAL CONNECTORS

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)

• This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O
module that supports either HD audio or legacy AC’ 97 audio standards.
Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.

Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)

• This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips digital interface (S/PDIF) port.

Connect the S/PDIF out module cable to this connector, then install the module
to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
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CPU and Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,4 pin CHA_FAN)

• Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard,

ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin
of the connector.

USB connector (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112)

• These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable
to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at
back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0
specifications and supports up to 480Mbps connection speed.
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ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,4-pin ATX12V)

• These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply
plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation.
Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors
completely fit.

Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER)

• The 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker.

The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.
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Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA3G 1-2 [Brown])

• These connectors connect to serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives
via serial ATA 3.0 GB/s signal cables. When using hot-plug and NCQ,
set the SATA mode selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI].

Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-2[Yellow])

• These connectors connect to serial ATA 6.0Gb/s hard disk drives via serial
ATA 6.0Gb/s signal cables.
 INTERNAL CONNECTORS
System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL)
• This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED)

• This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connector the chassis
power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when
you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDD_LED)

• This 2-pin connector is for the HDD activity LED. Connect the HDD activity LED
cable to this connector. The HDD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from
or written to the HDD.

ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWR_BTN)

• This connector is for the system power button.

Reset button (2-pin RESET)

• This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power.
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Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM)

• This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port
module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot
opening at the back of the system chassis.

USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_E12)

• These connectors allow you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional
USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you
can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds
of up to 5Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized
power efficiency and backward compatibility with USB 2.0.
 ONBOARD LED’S

• Standby power LED

- The motherboard comes with a standby

power LED that lights up to indicate that the system
is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a
reminder that you should shut down the system and
unplug the power cable before removing or plugging
in any motherboard component.
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a. Internal Hard Disks

1. Internal hard disks connect to your computer’s
motherboard using an IDE interface or SATA interface.

2. To install an internal hard disk, you should be comfortable

opening your computer case and connecting cables.

3. If you are replacing the primary hard disk, you'll have to

install Windows after you connect the disk.
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To Remove and Replace an Internal Hard Disk

1. Turn off your computer, disconnect the power, and remove your computer's cover.
2. Unplug all cables connected to the hard disk, and then remove the screws in the plate where
the hard disk takes place..
3. Insert the new hard disk and connect it to the same cables that are in the same places as disk
you removed.
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b. External Hard Disks

• The simplest way to add harder disk space is to plug in an
external hard disk. Adding an external hard disk is a good
way to create plenty of extra space to store digital photos,
videos, music, and other files that require a large amount
of disk space.
• To install an external hard disk, all you have to do is plug it into
your computer and connect the power cord. Most of these hard
disks plug into a USB port, but some plug into a Firewire
(also known as IEEE 1394) or external Serial ATA (eSATA)
port.
• You might also need to install any software that came with the hard disk.
Installing the NIC (Network Interface Card)
- A network interface card (NIC) enables a computer to connect to a network. NICs use peripheral component
interface (PCI) and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard.

Procedures:
1. Remove the blank from the case where the new card will be
installed so that the port can be accessed.
2. Align the NIC with the appropriate expansion slot on the
motherboard.
3. Press down gently on the NIC until the card is fully seated.
Secure the NIC PC mounting bracket to the case with the
appropriate screw.
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Wireless NICS use PCI and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard. Some wireless NICs are
installed externally with a USB connector.
Follow the steps in installing wireless NIC:

1. Align the wireless NIC with the appropriate expansion

slot on the motherboard.

2. Press down gently on the wireless NIC until the card is

fully seated.

3. Secure the wireless NIC PC mounting bracket to the case

with the appropriate screw.
 P O W E R S U P P LY I N S TA L L AT I O N

• Power Supply Unit (PSU)

- Converts high-voltage alternating current (AC) power

into the lower voltage direct current (DC) power that
your motherboard and drives need.
 CONNECT ALL INTERNAL CABLES

• Electricity is distributed from the power supply to the motherboard and other components via

power cables. Data cables provide information from the motherboard to storage devices like
hard drives. Additional wires connect the front of the computer case's buttons and connection
lights to the motherboard.
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Connect the Power Cables

• Brightly colored bundles of wires that branch out from the power supply are known as power
cables. They give electricity to inside equipment, as the name implies. Power connections come
in a variety of shapes and sizes.
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Motherboard Power Connections

• Motherboards, like other components, require power to function. The main power connector for
advanced technology extended (ATX) will contain either 20 or 24 pins. A 4-pin or 6-pin
auxiliary (AUX) power connector that connects to the motherboard may also be found on the
power supply. In a motherboard with a 24-pin socket, a 20-pin connector will function.
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Motherboard Power Connections

Procedures:
1. Align the ATX power connector's 20 pins with the motherboard's socket.
2. Gently rub the connector into position until the clip clicks into place.
3. Gently rub the connector into position until the clip clicks into place.
4. Gently press the connector into position until the clip clicks into place.
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SATA Power Connections

• One of the most common peripheral power connectors in computers is the SATA 15-pin power
supply connector. All SATA-based hard drives and optical devices use this connector as
standard.
 CONNECT ALL INTERNAL CABLES

Molex Power Connectors

• Molex power connectors are used on outdated hard disk drives and optical drives that do not
have SATA power terminals.
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Berg Power Connectors

The 4-pin Berg power connector supplies power to a floppy drive.
1. Plug the SATA power connector into the HDD

2. Plug the Molex power connector into the optical drive.

3. Plug the 4 pin Berg power connector into the FDD.

4. According to the motherboard instructions, plug the 3-pin fan

power connector into the relevant fan header on the motherboard.

5. According to the motherboard documentation,

connect the additional cables from the case to the proper connectors.
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Connect the Data Cables

• Data cables link drives to the motherboard. The type of data cable used is determined by the
drive that is connected. PATA, SATA, and floppy disk cables are examples of data cables.
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PATA DATA Cables

• A standard for attaching hard drives into computer systems is Parallel ATA (Parallel Advanced
Technology Attachment or PATA). In contrast to serial ATA (SATA) devices, which use serial
signaling technology, PATA is based on parallel signaling technology. The SATA connecting
cable includes seven wires.
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SATA data Cables

• A 7-pin connector is used on the SATA data cable. The motherboard is connected to one end of
the cable. The other end is attached to a SATA data connection on any drive.
 SETTING – UP A COMPUTER

a. Setting up a Laptop Computer

• If you have a laptop, setup should be very easy: Just open it up and press the power button. If
the battery isn’t charged, you’ll need to plug in the AC Adapter. You can continue using the
laptop while it charges.
• Unpack your new personal Windows PC or laptop carefully, and attach your external keyboard
and mouse if you have them. If you need them, there will be instructions in the box. You'll need
the charger for the gadget as well as a Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection.
 SETTING – UP A COMPUTER

a. Setting up a Desktop Computer

STEP 1.
• From the package, remove the monitor and computer case. Remove any protective tape or plastic covering. Place the monitor and computer
case on a work surface such as a desk or a table.
• Make sure your computer case is in a well-ventilated environment with plenty of airflow. This will assist to keep the PC from getting too hot.

STEP 2.
• Track down the monitor wire. Because monitor cables come in a variety of shapes and sizes, the one for your computer may not look exactly
like the one in the image below.
• If you're having difficulties finding your monitor cord, see your computer's instruction manual. (You can skip to Step 4 if you have an all-in-
one computer that is built into the display.)

STEP 3.
• Connect one end of the cable to the monitor port on the back of the computer case and the other end to the monitor.
 SETTING – UP A COMPUTER

a. Setting up a Desktop Computer

STEP 4.

• Determine whether the keyboard uses a USB (rectangular) or a PS/2 (round) connector by unpacking it. Plug it into any of the USB ports on the
back of the computer if it utilizes a USB connector. Plug it into the purple keyboard port on the rear of the computer if it utilizes a PS/2
connector.

STEP 5.

• Unpack the mouse to see if it has a USB or a PS/2 connection. Plug it into any of the USB ports on the back of the computer if it utilizes a USB
connector. If it has a PS/2 connector, attach it to the computer's green mouse port on the rear.

STEP 6.

• You can connect external speakers or headphones to your computer's audio port if you have them (either on the front or back of the computer
case). Color-coded ports are found on many systems. The green port is for speakers or headphones, while the pink port is for microphones. The
line in port is blue and can be utilized with a variety of devices.

• Instead of the standard audio plug, certain speakers, headphones, and microphones feature USB connectors. These can be plugged into any
available USB port. In addition, many computers come with built-in speakers or microphones.
 SETTING – UP A COMPUTER

a. Setting up a Desktop Computer

STEP 7.
• The two power supply cords that come with your PC should be located. The first power supply wire should be
plugged into the back of the computer case, followed by a surge protector. Connect the monitor to the surge
protector with the other cable.

STEP 8.
• The two power supply cords that come with your PC should be located. The first power supply wire should be
plugged into the back of the computer case, followed by a surge protector. Connect the monitor to the surge
protector with the other cable.