How to Build a PC - Full Detailed Build Guide (2024)

A fully in-depth step by step PC build guide. Includes everything from installation of parts, installing Windows OS, installing drivers, XMP setup, Windows settings + More!
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▶PC Parts ◀
14900K: https://geni.us/XqdFvp
AORUS Z790 Pro X: https://geni.us/TvoRxug
Aorus Waterforce X II 360: https://geni.us/B2AAgF
G.Skill Trident Z5 RGB 7200Mhz: https://geni.us/59jSxA
Crucial T705 2TB M.2 SSD: https://geni.us/JAS2
Gigabyte RTX 4080 Super Aero: https://geni.us/A8f4
Gigabyte GPUD850: https://geni.us/slF9r
Corsair 6500X: https://geni.us/onQJ6rq
Corsair RX120mm Fans x9: https://geni.us/tZmBc

▶Recommended/Alternate Parts◀
Screwdriver kit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQGLFSWP
Mousepad: https://www.techsourceshop.com/collections/mousepads
Power Supply Cable Extensions: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW3SWS37?th=1
12VHPWR Cable Extension (1 to 3): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CN3T88DM?th=1
12VHPWR Cable Extension (1 to 1): https://www.amazon.com/12VHPWR-Sleeved-Extension-Female-3090Ti/dp/B0CN3TPNSM?th=1
USB 2.0 Header splitter: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CLN686VR
RGB and Fan Controller: https://geni.us/n4HfNPX

➡️Timestamps⬅️
0:00 Intro
1:07 - What you Need
4:12 - PC Components
4:58 - Start the PC Build
5:38 - Intel CPU Install
8:18 - AMD AM4 CPU
9:07 - AMD AM5 CPU
10:24 - AMD Threadripper CPU
12:13 - Memory Install
13:39 - M.2 SSD Install
17:00 - Thermal Paste Application
18:03 - Stock CPU Cooler Install
19:48 - AMD Prism CPU Cooler Install
23:01 - Aftermarket Air Cooler Install
27:32 - All in one (AIO) Cooler Install
31:53 - Test PC or Build in Case?
32:12 - Test PC outside of Case
41:32 - Test Boot
43:19 - Prep the Case
43:52 - IO Shield Install
44:38 - Install Standoffs
46:06 - Install Motherboard in Case
46:47 - Hooking up Front Panel Connectors
50:05 - JFP1 Connectors
52:26 - AIO Cooler Orientation
53:52 - Connect the Fans together
54:31 - Deciding Radiator Fan configuration
56:04 - Installing AIO on Top of Case (Horizontal)
57:26 - Installing AIO Vertically
59:47 - Secure Pump to CPU
1:01:17 - Plugging in AIO and Controller Cables
1:04:08 - Setting up Modular Power Supply
1:08:30 - Installing the Power Supply
1:09:18 - Hooking up SSD and Hard Drives
1:12:56 - Deciding on Air Pressure
1:14:24 - Deciding on Case Fan Configuration
1:17:43 - Plugging in Fan Cables
1:19:11 - Daisy Chaining Fans Together
1:21:49 - Plugging Power Supply Cables into the Motherboard
1:23:48 - Installing Vertical GPU Bracket
1:24:34 - Installing Graphics Card Vertically
1:25:13 - Install PCIE Cards
1:25:55 - Installing Graphics Card Horizontally
1:27:34 - Download Operating System
1:28:31 - Plug in PC Cables
1:29:41 - Power on your PC
1:30:12 - Set CPU Fan Header to Max Speed
1:30:58 - Install Windows Operating System onto PC
1:33:47 - Download Motherboard Drivers
1:35:25 - Activate Windows
1:36:26 - Activate Additional Storage Devices
1:37:23 - Update Monitor Refresh Rate
1:37:14 - Change Windows Power Plan and Settings
1:38:11 - Download Graphics Card Drivers
1:38:38 - Enable XMP
1:40:30 - Optimize Windows
1:42:30 - Troubleshooting - Black Screen
1:45:30 - Troubleshooting - Update BIOS
1:46:39 - Troubleshooting - USB Operating System Drive not recognized
1:47:24 - Troubleshooting - Storage Devices dont show up in Windows