Take the facility provide unit and line it up for placement into the PC case. Fan location varies depending on whether or not it’s a high or backside mount. Bottom mount can go either way, some cases allow mounting each methods, others don’t. If you’ve a alternative, if there are openings in the bottom of the case underneath the ability supply, I prefer fan down.

Avoid clothing made from wool, polyester, or different static-building materials while assembling your PC. Look for reviews of the hardware you’re planning to buy, both professional and user-generated. Read them fastidiously; search for hidden problems or conflicts. Like the OS, you must present each program you need on the computer for yourself. A lot of researching and comparing must be accomplished earlier than shopping for components, to ensure compatibility and optimal operate.

If you want to resort to screws, you can get away with using only one screw hole per pair, or 4 per drive. Once the duvet is off, replace the bezel and slide the optical drive into the open bay. In some cases, you’ll need to attach rails to the drive before insertion. The required rails should include the enclosure and screw into the sides of the optical drive.