Build Your Own Computer Assignment
The purpose of this assignment is for you to test your understanding of computer hardware, compatible architecture, and system requirements. You will design your own computer by selecting parts from the website NewEgg.com. You will be given a budget of $1500 to make your purchases with. After you have accumulated all the parts necessary to build your PC you create a power point presentation to present your computer to the class. You will also create a spreadsheet showing an itemized list of what components you purchased. During your presentation I will review the parts you selected to determine whether or not your chosen components will work together.
Details
You must build a desktop computer with the following components:
1. Motherboard
2. Processor
3. Heat Sink
4. RAM
5. Hard Drive
6. Power Supply
7. Video Card
8. Case Fan
9. Case
10. Printer
11. Operating System (nothing older than Windows 7)
12. Optical Drive
13. Monitor
14. Keyboard
15. Mouse
16. Speakers
Hints and Tips
Keep the following in mind as you build:
1. Power Requirements
2. Chipset Architecture
3. Peripheral Component Specifications
4. Operating Speeds
5. Cables will come with the components. You do not have to look for them.