(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Throughout my time assisting people with assembling their computers, or helping them troubleshoot issues via the Internet, it has come to my attention that many system builders (rookie and experienced) tend to make these few mistakes quite often.

Of course, you're not going to know about some of these mistakes unless someone tells you about them, and I have to say, the first PC I ever built was an absolute train wreck. So, in light of all that, I'd like to share a list of tips and warnings I've gathered over the years. It's not going to be too extensive at the time I post this, but I'll add more as I remember them. Hope it helps!

1. Ground Yourself
   It is very important to ground yourself before touching your components. Static discharge can permanently damage your parts. A good way to ground yourself is to touch a metal part of your case/chassis before assembling your computer, and an even better way is to wear an anti-static band, which will have an alligator clip on the end where you can connect it to something metallic.
   

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2. DIMM Slots May Be Color Coded
   This one I've seen dozens of times. If DIMM slots are different colors, there's a reason. In order for your RAM modules to properly function, you have to abide by the dual channel color-codes. For example, if you have four DIMM slots, and they're colored red, black, red, black respectively, you should place matching RAM modules in the matching colored DIMM slots.
   

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3. There IS a Right Way to Apply Thermal Paste
   Too much thermal paste is not a good thing. It could interfere with how well the heat sink and CPU conduct thermally. A thin layer spread evenly across the top of the processor is the most effective application. It's important that there are no air pockets or uneven spots left over.
   

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4. Cable Management!
   Many people put there computers together and completely ignore the cable management features provided with the chassis. This could cause airflow issues, which can in turn lead to overheating, and the damaging of your components. It also prevents your computer from becoming too dirty far too quickly. Cable management is one of the most important things to remember when building a computer. Zipties and other restrictive ties are very useful, and can save you time and hassle!
   

Good post keep it up mate!

good post for the noobs, i prefer to put a plasic bag on my finger and theenly out AS5 and press my finger on the middle and watch it spread even out, also cable management makes it looks much better

Good post thank you very much ,keep it up