Step by step directions you can print out and use are wonderful but nothing beats someone actually showing you the process. It's no different when you're replacing PC hardware.
With About.com's help, I've partnered with Don Schechter to demonstrate some of the most popular hardware replacement tasks in free, professional, and easy to follow videos.
It doesn't matter if you're planning a small task like a memory upgrade or something more extensive like a motherboard replacement, Don will show you everything you need to get the job done right (and fast)!
Memory
Is your PC running slow when multiple programs are open? Did you test your memory and find that it's failing? Maybe you need more memory. Learn how to install memory in your desktop PC with this easy to understand video.
Power Supply
Are you not getting any power to your computer? Did you test your power supply and find out that it's failing? Learn how to install a power supply in a desktop PC with these easy steps.
Hard Drive (Primary / PATA)
Do you need to replace a bad hard drive? Need some more storage? Learn how to install a PATA hard drive in a desktop PC in just a few simple steps.
Tip: PATA hard drives are often called IDE hard drives.
Tip: PATA hard drives are often called IDE hard drives.
Hard Drive (Secondary / PATA)
Need an additional hard drive to store all that music and video? Learn how to install a second PATA hard drive in your desktop PC.
Tip: PATA hard drives are often called IDE hard drives.
Tip: PATA hard drives are often called IDE hard drives.
PCI Card
Watch Don install a new PCI card in a computer so you can feel comfortable adding a USB card, network card, or other expansion card in your PC.
CD/DVD/BD Drive
Do you want to be able to burn your own CDs, DVDs, or BDs? If your PC doesn't have a disc burner, see how easy it is to install an optical drive all by yourself.
Central Processing Unit
The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is essentially the "brain" of your computer. Watch and learn how to install a CPU.
Motherboard
The motherboard connects everything in your computer together. When it fails, your computer is useless. Replacing a motherboard can seem like an impossible task but this video will walk you through every step of the way.
