The first thing you need to do before upgrading your computer is take some specifications . You will need the construct of the motherboard. This is the main computer component In which everything else attaches to. You will need to know:

The Processor

The Computer CPU is the center of the computer. It is most widely known as the CPU. The motherboard documentation will tell you which processor it accepts. This is in order either Intel or AMD. Depending on the age of the processor will also determine its speed, size and other factors . You will also should know what Front side bus (FSB) your processor accepts. The FSB is the speed your motherboard can run at. The processor on the other hand takes this speed and multiplies it depending on which processor you have bought. So for example say you have a motherboard that runs at either 100, 133, 200, or 266mhz the processor may actually run at 2.5 Ghz. The motherboard must therefore be able to support these speeds. For example’s of which processors will fit your motherboard, this can be usually found in your motherboard documentation or online.

The process of processor’s install will all depend on the type you have bought. Some work on ZIF (zero insertion force) with a handle that must be placed safely into place, to grasp the processor, while some need a special heat sink added to them because of the center they generate. Trying to run these kind of processors (especially the AMD Duron or Athlon) without a heat sink in place, will more than likely damage the processor and your motherboard. Always read up on how to install the memory before inserting it. Most of the times there will be a marking on the motherboard and on the processor to show you the pins should be lined up.

The Memory

The memory of a computer also comes in different speeds and kinds of models. Again your motherboard documentation should be able to explain which memory you should buy. These can come in different speeds. PC2100, PC2700 or even PC3200. These are called dimm’s or dual-inline memory modules. The memory is vital for your computer and depending on the applications your going to use, urgent for the overall system function . Because of its delicate nature, always be careful when handling chips. Do not handle it by the semi conductors or pins, always handle it from the top and gently apply pressure till it slots into place. There are usually snappers that will grasp one end of the memory. Just snap the other end into place.

Graphics Cards

Depending on the kind of motherboard you have, will depend on the graphics card you can install. This will either be the AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) Or PCI express. This works in the similar way to the memory apart from you will need to screw this to the outside of the chassis of your PC tower.

This Valuable Computer Information can help you when upgrading your computer….