| This article
explains how to physically install new hardware into
your computer.
It explains how to open up your PC,
the precautions you need to take and the problems you
can encounter.
This article is primarily concerned
with the physical installation of new hardware
rather than the specific setting up of hardware devices.
Some, if not all, hardware has specific
set up and configuration procedures which must be followed
in order to make the unit function properly.
Although this article touches on these procedures without
going into detail, it is impossible to cover all the
many different devices and their individual requirements.
What you will need :-
- Small Phillips screwdriver
- Pliers (Preferably needle nosed)
- Grounding
strap
- Additional cables (Normally provided
with the hardware)
- Spare slots/bays
in your computer case
- Spare power connector (For a new
drive) A Y-Splitter can be purchased which will split
one power connector into two if you do not have a
spare connector.
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Physically Installing New Hardware