PC Building toolkit

[Alex-Bubbler-Leo]

Do you know if there is any toolkit designed for pc building, having anything I may need to build a pc?

[Spotty]

I don't think I've ever used any more than a screwdriver to build a PC.

[-rascal-]

All you need is a Philips #2 (and possibly Philips #1 or #0) screwdriver.

You don't need any other tool to build a PC.

Maybe some zip ties, and something to snip / trim the zip ties if you want to do a bit of extra cable management.

[daniellemiller57]

I only use a screwdriver! this tool is enough for me!

[sub68]

now days its all PH2 heads.

I would add pliers/wire strippers but wire strippers are used in weird situations.

(pliers are useful retrieving fallen screws and some stupid little things)

I have built a entire pc with just a multi tool

[Chiyawa]

iFixIt tool kit has everything you need and beyond.

 

But still, first of all, what are you building, what do you intend to build.

 

For normal PC, screwdrivers (PH2 or Philips 2 or +2) are pretty much sufficient, you may also need precision screwdriver (PH1 or PH0) for M2 SSD. Also, try to get a magnetic tip screwdriver if possible. I also recommend a hex wrench to screw the motherboard stand-offs but you can screw it using your hand too.

 

Also, depending on your situation, you might want to get a thermal paste ready (if your CPU cooler doesn't come with thermal paste). You also may want to get a plastic ruler or screwdriver with long tip to pry open some latches (such as PCIe slot latch) because they are very hard to access if GPU was installed into it and for some reason you need to remove say GPU.

 

For custom water cooling, well, I mean that's another topic. Many do offer tool free assembly, but if you are going to use hard tubing, you might need a heat gun and bender to bend the tube.

 

Last but not least, anti static mat or anti static wrist strap, or access to any metal connected to ground to discharge ESD build up. If you live in humid area, you can skip this step, but if you live in dry area, you might need it to protect your sensitive electronics component.

[tkitch]

Currently:
iFixit Toolkit or Gamers Nexus Toolkit

 

Soon:
LTT Multibit ratcheting screwdriver  (not out yet)

[dilpickle]

You need a table, a thermal paste applicator, an allen wrench, some tweezers, a swiss army knife, and an anti-static bracelet.

 

 

(Sorry I had to)

 

 

Seriously all you need is a screwdriver.

[G-Lord20]

On 1/6/2022 at 11:07 AM, Alex-Bubbler-Leo said:

Do you know if there is any toolkit designed for pc building, having anything I may need to build a pc?

[Sprawlie]

When I was 8. I stole a screwdriver from my dad to take apart a computer for the first time. It proved to be so useful and the only tool needed, that to this day, that same screw driver is the only tool I generally need or use when doing PC work.

[Guest]

On 1/6/2022 at 8:38 PM, -rascal- said:

Maybe some zip ties, and something to snip / trim the zip ties if you want to do a bit of extra cable management.

Yeah surprised no one else mentioned this. Side cutters are a must.

 

On 1/7/2022 at 1:23 PM, Chiyawa said:

You also may want to get a plastic ruler or screwdriver with long tip to pry open some latches (such as PCIe slot latch) because they are very hard to access if GPU was installed into it and for some reason you need to remove say GPU.

Depending on the quality of the case, a good set of blunt nose pliers may also be required. A lot of low end cases have (or at least used to) have the PCI slot covers still attached to the case and you had to bend/break them off individually. 

[Chiyawa]

On 1/14/2022 at 6:23 AM, Windspeed36 said:

Depending on the quality of the case, a good set of blunt nose pliers may also be required. A lot of low end cases have (or at least used to) have the PCI slot covers still attached to the case and you had to bend/break them off individually. 

Yeah, forget about that, but usually, you can use bare hand to bend it back and forth a few times and it'll eventually snaps. Usually, I just buy a few of PCI covers and screw them in after removing the PCI covers.

 

On a side note, if the case has a cover for 5.25 inch bay drive... Damn, the Cooler Master E500L/E501L, that metal cover is really hard to break it off.