Mom Builds a PC with Kid in 18 Steps (including Windows & GPU Drivers) | Mom & Pre-Teen Son

Mom Builds a PC with Kid 18 in Steps (including Windows & GPU Drivers). Did I spend too much money building my kids' PCs?

Most of the footage in this video was filmed in 2020. Though the exact parts may not be available NOW, the process in this video remains similar. I provide links to the exact parts [cheaper] in the video (if available) AND the updated parts [modern & more expensive] below.

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Parts You Will Need
Case (similar in video): NZXT H5 Flow RGB 2024 - Compact ATX Mid-Tower PC Gaming (Black): https://amzn.to/43IoN0Y
Case (updated): NZXT H7 Elite RGB- CM-H71EW-01 - ATX Mid Tower PC Gaming (White): https://amzn.to/4155Chc
Motherboard (in video): ASUS TUF Gaming B450-PLUS II AMD Socket AM4 ATX: https://amzn.to/4jXYyeI
Motherboard (updated): ASUS Prime A620-PLUS WIFI6 AMD A620 AM5 ATX: https://amzn.to/3EAkMmJ
CPU (in video): AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 6-core, 12-Thread AM4 Processor w/ Wraith Stealth Cooler: https://amzn.to/3PM8hY8
CPU (updated): CPU, Cooler, and Thermal Paste (sold separately)
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 8700G 8-Core, 16-Thread AM5 Processor: https://amzn.to/4jV5PMr
Cooler: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE: https://amzn.to/4aBEObk
Thermal Paste: ARCTIC MX-6 (4 g, incl. 6 MX Cleaner): https://amzn.to/3TKcZ9X
Memory (in video): CORSAIR VENGEANCE RGB PRO DDR4 32GB (2x16GB) 3600MHz CL18: https://amzn.to/4hyidQM
Memory (updated): CORSAIR VENGEANCE RGB DDR5 64GB (2x32GB) 6000MHz CL40 AMD: https://amzn.to/4czhA7s
Storage/SSD (similar in video): Western Digital 1TB WD Blue SN580 NVMe: https://amzn.to/4kcQg2X
Storage/SSD (updated): Western Digital 4TB WD Blue SN5000: https://amzn.to/41fj4A7
Graphics Card (similar in video): Radeon RX 590 GME Graphics Card, 2304SP 8GB GDDR5: https://amzn.to/3WZTfBN
Graphics Card (updated): MSI Gaming GeForce RTX 3080 LHR 10GB GDRR6X: https://amzn.to/41hrGq9
Power Supply (in video): CORSAIR HX Series, HX750, 750 Watt, Platinum: https://amzn.to/432s24W
Power Supply (updated): Corsair HX1000i, 1000 Watt, Platinum: https://amzn.to/4hXUFos
Power Extension Cables: ASIAHORSE 16AWG: https://amzn.to/41fxWyE
Monitor: Sceptre 27-Inch FHD LED Gaming Monitor 75Hz 2X HDMI VGA Build-in Speakers, Ultra Slim Metal Black https://amzn.to/3CRR1gK
UPS/Surge Protector: CyberPower SL700U Standby UPS, 8 Outlets: https://amzn.to/3TZ4Vn0
Keyboard/Mouse: Redragon: https://amzn.to/3PJgtZ6
Computer Speakers: RGB Lights: https://amzn.to/4cDtBsx
USB Key: Amazon Basics 128 Gb USB 3.1 Flash Drive: https://amzn.to/3TLB4gN
Ethernet Cable: Amazon Basics RJ45 Cat 7: https://amzn.to/3VJWuNH

Other Parts (Optional)
ESD Mats: https://amzn.to/3TMB4wM
iFixit Mako Driver Kit: https://amzn.to/4cILaY7
Mousepad: RGB Large: https://amzn.to/3TSfPKi
Webcam: https://amzn.to/49p974b
Desk: 47 in Black Carbon Fiber: https://amzn.to/3VLsXTP
Computer Chair: Racing Style, Headrest, Lumbar Support: https://amzn.to/3vvwVp8

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⏰ Timecodes for Mom Builds a PC with Kid in 18 Steps (including Windows & GPU Drivers) ⏰
00:00 Intro
00:26 Parts You Will Need
01:59 Step 1: Controlling ESD while Building a PC
02:38 Step 2: Plug in UPS/Battery Backup/Surge Protector
03:36 Step 3: Prep Case/ATX Tower/Chassis
06:50 Step 4: Prep Motherboard
09:48 Step 5: Install CPU (Central Processing Unit) & Fan
15:48 Step 6: Install the Memory/RAM (Random Access Memory)
18:15 Step 7: Install Storage/Hard Drive/SSD (Solid State Drive)
21:34 Step 8: Install Motherboard in the Case
24:10 Step 9: Install GPU (Graphics Card)
29:17 Step 10: Attach Cables to PSU (Power Supply Unit)
35:12 Step 11: Connect Cables to Case, Motherboard, & GPU
43:42 Step 12: Install PSU (Power Supply Unit)
45:54 Step 13: Cable Combs & Cable Management
49:50 Step 14: Connect Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, & Speakers
52:30 Step 15: Update BIOS
53:26 Step 16: Download Windows & Fix CPU Fan Error
55:48 Step 17: Install Windows & Connect Ethernet Cable
57:23 Step 18: Download & Install GPU Drivers
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