How To Build A Computer - Paul's Hardware

How To Build A Computer - Gaming and Video Editing Workstation
It's finally here! This is my How To Build a Computer tutorial, featuring my personal system.
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Here are the parts: bit.ly/1o9szIC
Intel Core i7 4930K CPU
Swiftech H220 Liquid CPU Cooler
Gigabyte X79-UP4 Socket 2011 Motherboard
G.Skill RipjawsZ 32GB DDR3 2400 Memory
EVGA GeForce GTX 770 Classified Video Card
Corsair Graphite Series 760T Case
Enermax Platimax 1200W Power Supply
Seagate 600 Series 480GB SSD
WD Black Series 4TB Hard Drives (x2)
Windows 7 Ultimate
(In the wish list above I swapped out a couple parts that are no longer available)
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Tracks (in the order they are played):
GT in Jazz - Jazz Blue
Brown House Media - Swinging Jazz Guitar
SkipPeck - Sassy Sunday Dress
SkipPeck - I Just Got Me a New Car
Neil Cross - Dining Out Tonight
GT in Jazz - Jazz Cafe

[@Bitwit]

This channel will last a lifetime, just like my herpes.

[@paulshardware]

Acceptance is the first step on the road to recovery

[@Theorcman2008]

Paul's Hardware Hey paul quick question should I buy another gtx 660 msi oc gaming adition and sli or should I just get a new graphics card im wondering because I want to play the newer titles with a little more smoothness btw I find the gtx 660 msi twin frozer gaming edition is pretty good. your thoughts? I hope you reply...im a big fan.

[@Supermanohman]

Theorcman2008 I'm not Paul but I think Paul would agree with me on this. A good single card is usually better than older cards in SLI (or crossfire). If you can sell your card for like $70 then use that money and put it towards a GTX 770. EDIT: Maybe in certain circumstances 2 SLI cards will perform better than a new good card, but the hassle of messing with SLI drivers, having twice as many fans in your case spinning up, having to deal with certain motherboards that throttle the bandwidth of the PCIe when 2 cards are used, and the fact that some games don't play well with SLI is enough for me to just stick with a single card.

[@kdub5012]

Paul's Hardware How do you like your Case, some other people, *cough* Linus *cough*, are saying it's really, "bendy", or not sturdy.

[@paulshardware]

K Dub I agree the side panels could be sturdier, but I don't usually put a lot of weight on the side panels

[@undeadguineapig2]

I still find that "How To Basic"'s how to build a computer guide is still the most legible and comprehensive of all the how to build a computer guides on the internet.

[@KeoBrando]

I can't believe this comment was 10 years ago😂😂, hope you're doing well❤

[@BeautyandtheBlumpkin]

Thanks for this Build Guide! Out of all the builds I've watched, this was the only one that explained the specifics of what each cable is for and where it is plugged in, and the computer looks awesome.

[@StanZanti]

Just complete my first build. I went to KZbin university for two weeks before but this is the video I kept coming back to. I even had it on when I was actually building. Thanks for this and all the other videos you put up. Keep up the great work!

[@johnemery8824]

BEST build video I have ever watched! There were two minor technical errors (although they did not affect your build): Never use a plugged in PSU to ground yourself on unless everything that you are trying to protect from ESD is also grounded to it. Also, when using extension cables, use them when you do the test fire prior to putting everything in the case.

[@shlongdog69]

Paul your computer videos on both newegg and this channel are second to none. Best pc builder on KZbin

[@Bestiavinco48]

Hey Paul. Thanks for all your work in creating these vids. I'm doing my very first build, and I was terrified and totally lost before I started watching here and on Newegg. You're awesome! Thanks again.

[@captiantnarg]

One of your best videos yet, great editing, great filming, funny commentary, WELL DONE!

[@paulshardware]

thank you so much!

[@pallew]

One of the best building videos, assembling it outside the case really shows how simple it is to build a pc. Good job Paulski!

[@SparkyDude03]

These videos are absolutely my favorite! It makes me so nostalgic from the time that the old Newegg ones helped me build my gaming PC all those years ago. Thanks so much for the great content and memories Paul!

[@shamefulsinner7]

Hey man, just wanted to say thanks for the help. I actually watched your tutorial vids on Newegg when I built my first PC over a year ago and it's still goin strong. Thanks again.

[@MrRmeadows]

Thanks for including the testing steps around the 9 minute mark. You saved my build. I had every thing together and nothing was powering up. Had actually printed out RMA documents for my PSU. And ripped out all power supply cables. I have previously see another video you made that included testing durring the build. Didn't find it but found this one. Put back the 24 pin and 8 pin CPU power and .... everything powered up. Guess there was a loose cable previously. Have every thing connected now and still works.

[@RaspberryRip]

Don't know why, but when I opened KZbin, this one popped up. A very enjoyable trip into hardware history. Ah I remember that era! 😀 Thanks Paul. Highlights of my build from November 2012: - ASUS Maximus V GENE Z77 - Intel Core i7 3770K s1155 - SilverStone Fortress SST-FT02B The computer provided fine service for over 8 years. I went straight from the 3770K to my 5950X. 👍

[@shaneamplify15]

This how to vid will certainly be going into my Favorites category! Loved the simplicity of the instructions and the build footage it's self, it was very easy to understand unlike some of the how to PC building videos I have watched and or used in the past. Thanks for taking the time to make this Paul,it helps new enthusiasts like myself from damaging or messing up the expensive components it takes months maybe even years to save up for when we do finally start building our rigs! Cheers from Kentucky (LoL)

[@Agent6415]

No matter how long I've been building PCs, I still love to watch "how to" or "PC build" videos. Very nice Paul.

[@MagicalMarron]

I never thought of using a mouse-pad for the motherboard. No matter how many builds Ive done I learn something new every time I watch these videos.

[@hawkins369darkmatter5]

Hi paul congradulations on your new show. I wanted to take the time today, and thank you for all the videos through the years. I read them all, and applied most of what I learned from your videos to build desktop, and laptop. You were right it was easier than I thought, and has run very smooth through the learning process. My old desktop died, and I went with a ga-f2a88xm-d3h- A10-7890k/ due to budgeting issues. This is up, and running smoothly. In about a week I will be installing R7-250 gpu to finally finish the build. I will not lie the computer I want to build is an Intel Asus Z170-maximus hero alpha with Intel i7-6700k Corsair 100h gtx/ with 980 ti graphic card / 4 x 8gb= 32 with 1000 watt PS for future upgrade, and a nice case. This is my ultimate Goal, and I will be so happy the day these parts arrive at my door? Thanks again hawkinsdarkmatter396

[@WhitentonMike]

Paul's Hardware Well done build tutorial. It is great to see practical and experienced advice given in tutorials. Cable management can be a huge PTA. I did a build a while back in a case where there was no choice but to run nearly every cable in the system through a small area near the upper front corner of the motherboard which resulted in a cable bundle about 3 inch by 1.5 inch zip tied hideous mass. Transverse drive cages are a must and yet some inexpensive cases don't accommodate them. BTW it would be awesome if some online reseller would begin listing cases that had transverse mounted HDD cages.

[@ramonochoa9855]

I'm a carpenter but love gaming, building a pc is not in my DNA. But you've given me enough confidence to go for it. You and Bitwit are helpful as hell Keep up the awesome work and videos!

[@TheOmegaAlfa]

Paul, thanks for the great movies, I have watched a bunch of them before upgrading and reassembling my PC from scratch and it WORKS! Next week repeating this with another PC, this one totally from scratch.

[@Mick_Au]

Excellent Paul! The how to build guides you made on the newegg channel helped me build my first gaming rig a few years ago so now its great to see one on this channel. Cheers!

[@projectswithlj9038]

Hey Paul just wanted to say thank you, Because of you i was able to build my first PC about two years ago, and am now about to build my next one. So thanks a bunch and cant wait to learn more.

[@benjohnson4853]

Awesome video man! Been waiting on this one for awhile. I still remember randomly finding your how to build a computer video on Newegg just this past year. I thought,"You can do that!?". Checked it out and now I have a new passion that I love. Thanks so much man.

[@mrbarna5323]

paul the power switch flip at 15:31 was so beautiful i think i am about to cry

[@SquaredCircle777]

Your original Newegg tutorial guided me with my first PC build in 2013. Thank you!!!

[@Edmundostudios]

Paul I think your old newegg video on "how to build a PC" from about 3 years ago really got me into building.

[@Peter_Parker69]

Same here!

[@tossatomahawk]

I already built 2 computer using your guides on KZbin. You are very informative, anyone can build a compouter from ground up with your help. Already subscribed for more quality videos.

[@rob64z]

Man, I love the production value of this video. Right up there with MKBHD.

[@ShaneRob93]

Awesome guide. At first I thought it seemed like it was going to be too short, but you fit a ton of information in that time. Loved the build too, hope it serves you well. :) This is TechyShane on Twitter btw.

[@FranksShitBoxCollection]

You did a great job editing this video to make it as short as possible yet still keeping all of the main details for when it comes to building a pc. I actually used this video to show my cousin how easy it is. Keep up the great work.

[@davebremers3127]

Brilliant video mate, this is the first time I've considered building my own PC and you've really clarified a lot. Great good, awesome editing.

[@Vpr310]

Nice build. I used the 4930K also, but with the Asus Rampage Black edition. EVGA GTX 780ti and 32gig of Tactical Tracer memory. Slight overbuild for gaming but future proof. Runs everything including the buggy COD Black Ops 3. Ran Crysis 1 recently, which gave my old system a hard time. Flawlessly.

[@t00l3arn]

Excellent work Paul! Always love watching your builds and reviews!

[@nick_7136]

Great build...very thorough and informative, and less than 20 minutes. Thank You Paul!

[@voteZDLR]

I've seen this video like 5 times now in preparation for building my PC, but around 11:40 or so you are talking about plugging in the System Fans (vs the CPU fans) -- here, you say the Sys Fans use a 4 pin header but in reality only the CPU fan has 4 pins. That's how you tell them apart. Both are equally important for cooling but do very different things, so it's good to realize the difference.

[@jadeprinces]

Great video,it is nice that you show how and where to connect all of the wires as that is hardest part of building pc.

[@MrVybson]

Very entertaining and helpful. I would say this is one of your best videos so far :)

[@kathyowens-walker3238]

Best tutorial I've seen on how to build a PC! Thank you!

[@deadbc77]

Great build Paul,Love the dialog at the end.

[@kevftw595]

Paul it's recommended to install the H220 fillport side up. I had to RMA my unit because there is an air bubble issue when the fillport is on the bottom.

[@Neil94444]

I'll be building next week. This is perfect!

[@paulshardware]

Good luck with your build, I hope this helps!

[@Neil94444]

***** I'll be sure to watch his videos then! Thank you.

[@Neil94444]

Paul's Hardware It sure will Paul. Thanks.

[@imprint5238]

Neil9444 Just a tip, the RAM and CPU take a lot more force to install than people make it sound like you need. It sounded like I was gonna snap my cpu in half on my vii hero.

[@Neil94444]

Wryme elgooGoN Yes, I have heard of this. We'll see if there is a sound tomorrow!

[@ggannon3]

Thanks for this video Paul! I just finished my first build and it booted on my first try and runs great. Thanks to your guide here and on neweggs video. Helped me out alot.

[@ScoobaMusic]

The anti-static bag is NOT conductive, it has been tested with a multimeter and it gets infinite resistance. The reason that most people say not to build on the bag is that there is a warning on the bag that says the bag will not provide protection after the board is removed, because the bag works like a Faraday cage.

[@isaactjones]

I've been waiting 2 months to see this. Thanks for getting it posted!

[@MalcySP]

Really great video Paul. Full of great info, great explanation and awesome comedy!

[@Ryan-ds2wx]

Great video man. The commentary and editing was awesome.

[@Dori_1111]

Great video Paul. Would love to see a build of a more compact and silent computer. I've been looking into a CoolMaster Silencio 352 or similar as I have limited space, and to be honest, I hate those gigantic cases. I use computers professionally, and it would make my office look funny with those huge cases seating around. Also, I'm trying to learn as much as possible about silent computing, so anything you can add on the topic would be great! Thanks again!

[@macheteninja86]

Awesome video Paul, i already know how to build a pc but you still managed to make it interesting for me.

[@PatrickPoet]

I was just recommending this to someone who's never build a new machine. It is pretty great. It's also a bit out of date. Are you going to do another version every six months or year?

[@Jorsfel]

Best build video on youtube. 10/10

[@MrSnibo]

Well done Paul, professional and funny a bit too.......thumb's up. I've never get to slaving my cables since I finish the whole build, shame on me - it does look much better with :)

[@DarkKirbyBlade]

Great video. It edged me closer to having the confidence to build my own PC.

[@ZZUtopia]

I'm hoping to build a new pc this month so the timing of this video is perfect!

[@itsdeonlol]

OMG this was so epic! If this video didn't convince you to make a PC, I don't know what will? Good job Paul! :)

[@TheeFreakiishlyz]

Ordered my X99 build parts so this is very helpful, thanks Paul

[@ZulAhadi]

Liked for the background music. Nice system BTW, and DAT chasing is beautiful.

[@mbvbm3104]

Awesome video! Unlike everyone else you seem to be helpful and not use all those complex terms when helping noobies like us! Also, would you recommend the GTX 970?

[@gurjotbajwa1583]

Thank you Paul. Been waiting for this forever! Post more often!

[@paulshardware]

I will, I promise!

[@moshdawg53]

Paul's Hardware hey paul I enjoy you vids very much no more trips lol can you do a build with the asrock fatality 990fx killer series that's what I am going to be building ohh welcome back start making vids chop chop

[@lynkcoely91]

Paul's Hardware you better...jerk

[@Deathhybr1ds]

Thanks very much for this thoroughly explained guide! Keep up the great work, Paul. ;)

[@TriNguyen-nl7qo]

Special fact about LGA 2011: Left arm: From LGA 775 socket (my childhood was inclied to that socket) Right arm: From LGA 115x socketS (many use it now)

[@commentator3513]

ooh ahh

[@HipFamilyHop]

Im building right now. Thanks for the cable management that helped me a lot

[@Renovatio2]

Great vid Paul. Going to build my 1st custom in 10 years so the fear was present till I saw you make it so easy. Cheers.

[@BL.onthefly]

Hey Paul! love the channel. keep up the good work!

[@mgtechknow]

ah, i remember your how to build a computer videos on neweggTV....that's what first got me into tech. Thanks Paul!

[@dwitt500]

Was linked this for my first ever build. Very helpful; thanks!

[@steven_farmer89]

I built my first computer watching your Newegg video "how to build a computer" and it really helped. I am now, looking to build a computer more designed for CAD/Revit uses. What is your thoughts on the best build for programs like CAD/Revit? Thanks, also how do you decide on which manufacture to go with, when buying parts?

[@romayojr]

Love this build Paul!

[@oldguy3127]

Great how to video. It had some additional tricks I could have used a month ago.

[@samsaunders1183]

Awesome video Paul! Keep 'em coming.

[@Chris-tk9hy]

I love how you put jazz music as the background music. I cannot stand people using techno music that I've already heard thousands of times before.

[@slipknot2k4]

Very easy build, any new builder can understand going from consoles to PC.

[@KrishnaO]

Perfect timing on the video! I was getting tired of watching all the other ones over and over again haha

[@stephenmcallister2169]

Paul's Hardware Great job Paul. Quick question. I just updated my computer and got the h100i, is it best to add thermal paste or just use the pre applied? My Rig: Sabertooth z97 mark 2 4690k 16 gig 1866 gskill Ares H100i 3 ssds. 250 evo, 240 m4, 128 agility 4 500g wd external hd 760t black Asus 660ti (will upgrade when 800 series comes out) Ocz zt 750 psu

[@commoncurt4569]

Great video Paul. Where can I get one of those PCB blanks with rubber standoffs?

[@Shinobi_Shiller]

hi, great video but i was wondering do u always need power cable extensions?

[@Doulos0720]

Great video Paul! I'm sure a build guide vid like this took lots of time/work/planning. Turned out awesome!! Keep them coming.

[@GooseGosselin]

Thanks Paul. I'm looking forward to seeing the HTPC.

[@TheJohnnyBronco]

very nice video, I loved the detail of your build!

[@chiefhamim]

Just Amazing!Really Helpful.Keep it Up Dude !!

[@eckomind]

Awesome guide Paul. Thanks man!

[@Thomas-rp9qp]

Sweet guide! but why not go for a custom liquid loop?

[@maverick9708]

The pcb blank looks pretty useful, I wonder where u can get one.

[@Spokmoppa]

Great video Paul! I hope you do an update to this video showing how you dialed in your overclock.

[@paulshardware]

OK!

[@therealslickfreak]

Great PC build vid!...please do a budget mini-itx/htpc (lga1150/fm2+) build guide soon...

[@TheFelix115]

Liked your crazy end. Thats a really fine edited video. But why did you mount the CPU Fan for the little outside of case test? A few seconds wont be killing it or?

[@daviedipper770]

Just happen to be building a computer this weekend, how convenient.

[@TutorialsForTechys]

Great Video! could you make another video explaining how you put your drives in raid and how you plan on using your ssd/hard drive combo to store data (ex: ssd for applications and hd for video files)

[@DavidGreen1993]

Really entertaining video, nice job Paul :D

[@awsomedude9111]

Love the ending. Do you like Windows 7 or 8? Thanks for the video

[@RudeDudeMikeTMTheRudeDudes]

can you short the two power pins again once you have a successful test boot?

[@Christosan88]

hows the H220 doing? Apparently some had dirt n grit in the liquid which damages the pump. Such a nice looking cooler for all around crap execution. I personally drained mine first thing and saw this grit. even without the grit i got pump start up issues which cooked my cpu a few times too many.

[@Elekks]

It should be noted that many cpu coolers require a backplate to install infarct i would go as far to say that for the 1150 socket most if not all do. If this is the case you'll want to install that before you mount your mobo.

[@ruddermayhem]

ever done any temp tests with thermal compound put on as a blob in the middle versus cut thinly across the cpu with a razor blade?

[@memyavenue]

Nice video. How much does it cost to purchase Vs. build it? Please share. Thanks.

[@AdeshMG]

Superb tutorial thnxx

[@MegaSpooke]

The bloopers made this video a ++++

[@Mrhobo251]

Great Video Paul!

[@FawlksGmr]

Would be awesome if you do like a part 2 where you show us noobs hot to set up OS, and ssd's and/or Hd's on bios, as well as ram info etc...i'm looking to build my first rig at around 1600 dlls, i want to do it myself, but need a good tutorial on how to set up everything from ram speed/profile to OS and storage devices properly !

[@adnankashwani7155]

Loved the ending

[@paulshardware]

I needed something for my reel

[@CesarIsaacPerez]

Great video but I want to ask something unrelated.Could you review the Gigabyte P35x V4 Laptop?No one seams to review them... so I'm afraid to invest in one.