Reassembly
Run the preassem video located in the demos folder on the CD accompanying this book to view a presentation of all the hardware components that go into a personal computer.
To reassemble a computer, you simply follow the same procedures as for disassembly, but in the reverse order. When installing components, remember the following:
- Do not force connectors into place-if they don't fit easily, they are probably in the wrong place.
- Expansion cards often require some force or side-to-side movement to fit into place, but do not force them.
- When removing cables, remember the pin 1 locations. Check notations on the circuit boards, and look for the red wire on the ribbon cables.
- Connect the cables to the drives before installing them in the bays.
- Test the system before replacing the cover.