Fun in Nerdy Land

Last week John's computer parts showed up and he built his computer. I've known people who have built their own computers, but I've never seen it from start to end. So, I canceled my plans involving physical activity for a more nerdy alternative: going over to John's to watch him put together his computer. It was pretty fun and I got some good pictures as well. I have decided that:

1. The fan to cool the processor looks like a power plant.


2. The motherboard looks like a little city.


3. Translators don't always do the best job of writing instructions that make sense.


4. Computer parts make for some fun pictures.

Then, he began installing the processor on the motherboard. That's when we came across the protective cover that was used to protect the pins before installation. The translators needed a little help on this one I think. I've never heard of returning something "for after service." (You can click on the picture for a larger version to read the entire text).

I was amused by the processor fan so I attempted a few "artsy" pictures of that while he was working on putting the processor in its slot. Here are a few attempts (some with a flash and one without). Feel free to laugh at my lack of knowledge and ability when it comes to taking pictures.

Then, John installed the processor fan on the motherboard. Just look at that enormous fan.

Then I had to take a few pictures because I decided the motherboard looked like a little town. I wanted to claim it for my own, but sadly, I did not have a flag with me.

After I was done taking pictures of the "town", John installed the RAM.

Finally, he installed all the pieces (motherboard, video card, power supply, hard drives, etc.) in the case. I only have a picture of the case because I couldn't really get a good angle to show what was going on.

I should have taken a picture of the finished product, but I forgot. Maybe John will let me later....anyway, the process was interesting to watch.