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About DIY Guides
Working on a project and need a little help? Get assistance from our DIY Guides.
We'll be posting DIY Guides, on a variety of subjects approximately every two
weeks so check back often. Also if there's a project you'd like to see us tackle,
send an email to emarketing@mcmelectronics.com.
Build Your Own PC
Ever wanted to have a computer, custom built to your needs? Tired of buying a computer with a bunch of stuff on it you will never use? We will show you everything you need to build a computer from scratch.


What you need:
Operating System

You must have an operating system to install on the computer. You can use Windows XP or Linux operating systems with this setup.
Computer Components

Everything you need to put the computer together.

Computer Case

You will need a case to put all of your components into.
300 Watt ATX computer case
This case has 80mm fan slots in the front and back for efficient cooling. The case also features four 5.25" drive bays, and seven 3.5" bays. Included in the case is a 300W power supply for powering your system.
#58-8085
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Motherboard and Processor
The motherboard is the main board that all components of your computer plug into. The processor is the brain of your computer.
1.8Ghz CPU and Motherboard Bundle
This combo includes a 1.8 GHz Pentium 4 processor and motherboard. The board has support for up to 2 Gb of DDR Random Access Memory (RAM), two PCI slots, and support for up to four ATA devices(hard drive, optical drive, etc.). The board also has integrated graphics and audio.
#58-10750
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Hard drive
Stores all of the data on your computer.
Seagate Hard Drive
Seagate has a variety of hard drives available, based on your individual needs. MCM recommends part:

80 Gb 7200 RPM: #83-8744
160 Gb 7200 RPM: #83-10601
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RAM
RAM is where your computer stores all the data currently being accessed by your computer.
PNY DDR PC3200 512 Mb
This DDR Ram will fit directly into the slot on your motherboard. MCM recommends part #83-10400. (For added performance, buy 2. This board will accept two side by side, and will give a boost to the system.)
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Optical Drive
Allows you to read and play CDs/DVDs in your computer. Your computer requires at least a CD drive in order to install the operating system.
Liteon CD-RW/DVD combo drive
This drive will allow you to read CDs and DVDs in your computer, and will also allow you to burn CD-R and CD-RW discs.
MCM recommends part #83-10902.
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LG 18x Dual Layer DVD Burner
This drive will read CD and DVD discs, and will burn CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW , and DVD+R DL discs.
MCM recommends part #83-10612.
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Everything Else!

Everything else you need to build a complete PC to use at home or in the office.
Computer Components

Everything you need to complete the package.

Monitor
V7 LCD Monitor
The V7 series of monitors offers a cost effective solution for your new monitor.

17" LCD: #83-11120
19" LCD: #83-11121
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Keyboard
Black 108 Key USB Keyboard
This standard black keyboard will plug directly into your computers USB port.
MCM recommends part #58-10940
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Mouse
Lynx M9 Optical wheel mouse
This USB mouse uses optical technology, eliminating the mouse ball, which would often become dirty and effect performance.
MCM recommends part #83-10996
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Outdoor Sound Basic
Outdoor Sound Complete
Wireless Networking
Wireless Alarms
View Laptop on TV
Emergency Kit
Ghoulishly Fun Halloween Party

Recommended Items
300 Watt ATX computer case

1.8Ghz CPU and Motherboard Bundle

80Gb Seagate Hard Drive

160Gb Seagate Hard Drive

PNY DDR PC3200 512 Mb

Liteon CD-RW/DVD combo drive

LG 18x Dual Layer DVD Burner

17" V7 LCD Monitor

19" V7 LCD Monitor

Black 108 Key USB Keyboard

Lynx M9 Optical wheel mouse


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