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Have your tools ready

Photo: Phillip Tracy/Gizmodo
Photo: Phillip Tracy/Gizmodo

Before you start building, you’re going to need to stock your workplace with a few mandatory tools. Some of these you should have hiding in drawers or stashed in the corner of your garage, while others might need to be purchased (don’t worry, these won’t dent your budget too much).

I strongly recommend buying zip ties or twist ties for cable management. Not only will this help with aesthetics, but it’ll make removing and installing components much less of a hassle. It should be said, however, that many modern cases have excellent built-in cable management. You will also need a Phillips-head screwdriver and a pair of scissors or a box knife for opening packages. Oh, and don’t forget a flashlight—the corners of your PC case are dark when the RGB isn’t glowing.