Build a Fast Computer With Dual Quad Core Processors
A dual-quad core workstation can allow you to process your video or render your 3D work faster than with a regular single processor workstation. A dual-quad core processor will end up costing around twice as much as two motherboards and two processors. The next step up, a quad processor, usually has each processor costing as much as a complete dual-processor system. Building a dual-processor system is no different than building a entry-level computer.
Instructions
1. Put the motherboard on a large, clutter free table. Open the two processor sockets and discard the socket protectors. Install your two quad-core processors in the sockets, making sure the groove on the processor is aligned with the tongue on the processor socket. Install the heat sinks on the processors according to the manufacturer's manual.
2. Install at least 4GB of memory on each of the two distinct groups of memory slots, one for each processor. Check the motherboard's manual to be sure you populate the necessary memory slots for the computer to starts. Align the memory stick groove with the tongue on the memory slot and press on both ends until you hear a "click."
3. Open the case and secure the power supply to the case. Install support pin provided with the case for the motherboard on the case back plate. Install the motherboard back plate and lower the motherboard in the case, making sure each pin lines up with the screw holes in the motherboard. Secure the motherboard with screws provided with the case. Connect the power cords, fans and case connector to the motherboard, following the motherboard's manual.
4. Install the hard drives and DVD/CD drive in the case. Secure them with screws. Connect the power connector to the hard drive(s) and CD/DVD drive and connect the SATA cables to the motherboard and drives.
5. Take out of the right side of the video card slot and open the latch underneath. Lower the video card in place and press down to lock it in place. Close the latch and secure the video card with a screw on the left side of it.
6. Connect the computer to the power cord and turn the computer on. Make sure all the fans are spinning and that all the drives are getting power before turning the computer off. Close the case and connect your workstation to the screen, keyboard and mouse.
7. Turn the computer back on and insert the DVD of your operating system. Follow the on screen instruction to install it on your workstation.
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