Now, i do know how to replace it, but due to forgetfullness im likely to miss a step and mess up my comp. Also ive never replaced a power supply before. Here is what i would do normally. Please check it and tell me what im missing:
Part 1: Test the power supply voltages. I have a tester and i want to make sure that the power supply isnt broken and that it pumps out proper voltages on all the connectors.
1.1: Bridge the motherboard connector so it turns on without having to plug it into valuable computer parts. I take a piece of metal cable and connect the green cable to any of the black ones.
1.2: Plug the power supply into the outlet. It should turn on.
1.3: Test the voltages. all the cables on all the connectors. Set the tester to DCV 20V. test all the cables on all the connectors by plugging the black connector on the tester to any black cable and the red connector to any other color that isnt black. Cross-check the read-out with the voltages its supposed to be (i have a book that lists them) If these read correctly then the power supply is fine. Proceed to installing it.
Part 2: Putting it in the comp.
2.1: Turn off computer (of course) and unplug all external cables.
2.2: Open the chasis, making sure to touch a metalic part to discharge any static electricity i might have built up.
2.3: Unplug all internal power supply cables.
2.4: Remove current power supply.
2.5: Install new power supply.
2.6: Connect all internal power supply cables.
2.7: Close chassis.
2.8: Connect all external cable connections.
2.9: Turn on computer. Make sure everything works correctly.
Then install video card but i alredy know how to do that properly
Please tell me if im skipping anything.
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