July 2003
Beginner to intermediate
874 pages
38h 13m
English
Installing a motherboard for the first time intimidates most people, but it’s really pretty easy if you do it by the numbers. Before you get started, prepare a well-lighted working area, ideally one with all-around access. The kitchen table (appropriately protected) or a similar surface usually works well. Have all tools and parts organized and ready to go. Open the box of each new component, verify contents against the manual or packing list to make sure no parts are missing, examine the components to ensure they appear undamaged, and do at least a quick read-through of the manual to familiarize yourself with the products.
See also Chapter 28 for photographs of this process.