Build a Z170 Gaming Rig with J.J. From Start to Finish
Want to know how to build a gaming PC step by step? J.J can show you how to build a powerful Z170 gaming PC from start to finish. If there is only one or a couple of particular sections you wish to watch there is a rundown below.
0:00 - Introduction
1:33 - Chassis detailing
6:25 - PSU - Power supply detailing
8:18 - PSU & chassis custom extension cables
9:33 - CPU & chassis fans
11:17 - LED strips
12:31 - Storage detailing
14:17 - RAM / DRAM / memory detailing
16:04 - CPU cooling detailing
17:50 - Motherboard detailing
22:01 - GPU / graphics card detailing
24:56 - Tools you will need and recommended tools
28:03 - PCDIY Checklist and preparing for your build
29:01 - Installing your CPU
31:39 - Installing RAM / DRAM / memory
33:01 - Installing M.2 SSD
34:55 - Installing CPU cooler
40:22 - Airflow and cable routing considerations
49:11 - Installing chassis fans
1:01:15 - Installing storage drives
1:04:23 - Installing the I/O shield
1:06:46 -Installation of the motherboard
1:07:18 - Cable routing & cable management
1:08:19 - Installing the PSU
1:12:40 - Testing your connections and doing a test post
1:15:39 - Installation of fan extension card
1:17:03 - Cable routing and adding extension cables
1:22:50 - Verifying all your motherboard connections
1:26:20 - Installing the graphics card
1:27:57 - Conclusion
Specs:
CPU - Core i5 6600K or Core i7 6700K
Motherboard - ROG MAXIMUS VIII HERO ( Z170 )
RAM / Memory - Kingston HyperX Fury DDR4
SSD - HyperX Savage SSD 960GB X2 , HyperX Predator 480GB SSD
GPU / Graphics Card - ASUS GeForce GTX STRIX 980Ti Gaming
Chassis ( Case ) - LIAN LI PC-08
PSU - Seasonic M12 750 WATT ( replaced with Seasonic 760 WATT Platinum )
Heatsink / Cooling Solution - Noctua U12S
Fans - BitFenix Spectre Pro ( 120MM red led )
Accessories - BitFenix Alchemy cables ( PSU, EPS, SATA, HD Audio, SATA to molex, front chassis, fan extension ) BitFenix Alchemy LED strips
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