How to Make Your Own Laptop Online

Customizing and building the exact type of laptop that you need is easier than ever before. Unlike purchasing a laptop at a regular store, you can order one online and design it to suit your precise needs. People make their own laptops online all the time, and major online computer retailers make it easy enough for even complete computer novices to do it successfully.

Things You'll Need

• List of desired laptop components
• Budget

Instructions

1. To make a laptop online, you must first decide what brand you are interested in. Research the major brands, and select the one that appeals to you the most. If you already have a preferred computer manufacturer, use that one. Just about every major computer manufacturer offers consumers the option of making their own laptop online.

2. Browse through the major laptop models on the computer manufacturer's website. Using the list of components you are looking for, determine which model comes the closest to suiting your needs. It should have the basic framework of the laptop you envision making. For example, if you want a laptop primarily for playing games, select a model designed for that purpose.

3. After selecting the basic laptop model, you should have the ability to add or remove options from its makeup. Most computer manufacturers allow you to customize things such as the amount of memory the laptop has, the types of drives it uses, its operating system and the graphics card. Optional features, including webcams, can also be added to your laptop.

4. Double check the list of features on the laptop that you have made. Make sure that your laptop will have everything you want. You can often even choose the color of your laptop, or a design to feature on it. Make these final selections, then place your order. In no time at all, you will be enjoying your very own custom designed laptop.

Tips & Warnings

• Remove any options from the laptop for which you have no use. Do not add any extra features that drastically increase the price of the laptop, unless they are absolutely necessary. For gaming laptops, choose one with a high speed video card and plenty of RAM For work laptops, select one that comes with the Microsoft Office Suite and other software you need - it is cheaper than buying it separately. If you plan on taking and storing a lot of photos and videos with your laptop, choose one with a large hard drive and a large screen.

• Custom made laptops can take anywhere from two to four weeks for delivery; plan accordingly.