For this Assignment, I had to Build a computer using the basic five computer components (Motherboard, CPU, Hard Drive, Random Access Memory, and power supply unit). I decided to build a computer that would be great for multi-tasking such as everyday usage for work/ college, watching movies, playing your favorite games, etc. This computer has a great amount of storage space to handle working on multiple tasks at one time and long-term storage. Nice size screen with great resolution for watching movies but still comfortable to use as a computer. Fast CPU and the Motherboard have a built in wireless network in this computer. This computer also comes with wireless peripherals. The resouce I used to build my computer is https://pcpartpicker.com/list/sxfqHG.
CPU : Intel Core i5-12600K 3.7 GHz 10-Core Processor $215.99
Motherboard : ASRock Z790 Riptide WiFi ATX LGA1700 Motherboard $249.99
Memory : Corsair Vengeance RGB 96 GB (2 x 48 GB) DDR5-5200 CL38 Memory $284.99
Video Card : Sapphire PULSE Radeon RX 6500 XT 4 GB Video Card $152.85
Case: Azza Aero ATX Mid Tower Case $99.00
Power Supply: be quiet! Dark Power Pro 11 550 W 80+ Platinum Certified Semi-modular ATX Power Supply $139.90
Storage : Samsung 980 Pro 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive $138.00
CPU Cooler (Some CPUs come with this) : Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition 42 CFM CPU Cooler $50.71
OS: Microsoft Windows 11 Pro OEM - DVD 64-bit $149.99
At least 3 Accessories/Peripherals (Mouse, Keyboard, Monitor) : Logitech MK710 Wireless Ergonomic Keyboard With Optical Mouse $69.99, Logitech G435 Headset $46.99, HP P27h G4 27.0" 1920 x 1080 60 Hz Monitor $239.00
Total Price : $1,838.39
While building this computer I learned about CPU and clock rate. I have learned computer fans come in different speeds. You have to make sure to purchase a computer fan speed that is efficient enough to cool down you computer, if not, your computer can overheat. Also, while during this assignment I have learned you have to pay attention to your computer component watts combined so when you purchase a power supply unit , you will have enough power to operate your machine. While researching a great tip I have learned is to purchase a power supply unit with a little more watts than your computer demands.