Computer Parts

Parts of a Computer

Here is a list of computer parts for the system. Some are required for the system to function, Some are optional but yet needed for the system to be functional and then there is devices that is completely optional.

I have included the cost of each part. This price is only an estimate price for you to get an idea of the cost of building a system. Their is many factors in determining the cost of the part. New technology will always cost more than older technology. The location that you are looking at will list their own prices. Systems already put together from major computer companies are usually cheaper than if you put a system together due to the fact that they can buy in bulk.

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Hardware install instructions

Motherboard (Required for Post) $50 to $500
Processor or CPU (Required for Post)$75 to $400
Power Supply (Required for Post) $25 to $75 (usually comes with case)
Case (Required for assembly of system) $30 to $300
Case Fan (needed to keep system cool) $10 to $30
Processor Fan (needed to keep processor from overheating) $10 to $30
Memory (Required for POST) $20 to $300
Video card (Required in order to see video) $100 to $400
Monitor (Required in order to see video) $100 to $3,000
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CDRW (Optional but needed for storage of big files and installs of big files) $50 to $300
Keyboard (required for input of data) $25 to $150
Mouse (not required but makes life easier) $25 to $100
Modem (not required) $30 to $300
Hard drive (not required for POST but needed for storage) $60 to $400
Network card (not required) $18 to $50
sound card (not required) $25 to $300
Zip drive (not required) $99 to $200
speakers (not required) $20 to $1000
Floppy drive (not required) $25
Network Cables (not required) $20
Data Cables (required for hard drive and CD-ROMs) $5
There is other devices available for the system but they are not required for the computer to function.

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