Chapter 9. Designing and Building Custom PC Configurations

Either as new builds or as upgrades to existing computers, chances are you’ll be working on custom PC configurations for some of your clients. From choosing the right motherboard, CPU, and memory size to selecting the right peripherals, power supply, and display, desktop computers offer an amazing variety of options, and this chapter is devoted to helping you master them.

220-901: Objective 1.8 Install a power supply based on given specifications.

220-901: Objective 1.9 Given a scenario, select the appropriate components for a custom PC configuration to meet customer specifications or needs.

220-901: Objective 1.10 Compare and contrast types of display devices and their features.

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