How to Build a Slimline PC

If you need a new computer, building your own from the ground up is the best way to get just what you want. By building your own custom computer, you can make sure you know how everything works, which will make it easier to troubleshoot and customize the PC. If you are pressed for space, building a slimline PC will help you make the most of the space you have available without sacrificing quality or performance.

Things You'll Need

  • Slimline case
  • Motherboard
  • Hard drive
  • DVD burner
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Instructions

    • 1

      Choose a quality slimline case. When shopping for a case be sure to choose one that is easy to open and easy to work in. Look for a case with plenty of room to work.

    • 2

      Purchase a motherboard that is designed to fit in a slimline case. When shopping for a motherboard, be sure that it supports all of the features you want, including firewire, USB 2.0 and large-capacity hard drives.

    • 3

      Buy the largest capacity hard drive you can afford. Working with a slimline case makes it harder to add a second hard drive if you run low on space. With the prices of terabyte drives on the decline, there is no reason not to purchase a large-capacity hard drive.

    • 4

      Choose a quality Blu-ray DVD player or burner for your slimline PC. It is a good idea to choose a burner over a DVD-ROM unit---this will give you the ability to back up your files and burn your home movies and videos to DVD.

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