[Solved] SOLVED: Custom Built Computer Worksheet

Now that you’ve seen what some preassembled computers cost, research the components needed to build a high-end development system for the Research and Development Team. Visit a computer parts supplier (such as www.pricewatch.com) on the Internet and provide the complete specifications, prices, and URL to the specific part for the components shown below. Then add up the prices to find the total cost of your custom-built computer.

Be aware of the following when completing the table below:

• The component information/specs should include all of the specifications needed for the component.
• The URL should go to the part on the vendor site and not to the high level site domain.
• The component price should be in US dollars.

Custom-Built Computer Chart

Computer Component	Component Information/Specs	URL	Component Price
Processor/GHz
Motherboard
Fan
Operating System
Display
Power Supply
Optical/CD/DVD
Hard Drive
Memory
Video/Graphics Card
Case/Rack
Other(This should include any additional components that would be needed for this system and can include the keyboard, mouse, and any other components needed. Add a row to the table for each additional component.)
	Total Price:

Part 2 – Power Supply

Determining Wattage

Using the notes from your group discussions, determine how much power you would need to run your dream computer. In the chart below, list the make and model of your computer’s components and research online to determine how much wattage is required to run them.

Custom Built Computer Components and Wattage

Component	Make and Model	Wattage Required
CPU
Motherboard
Video/Graphics Card
Memory
Optical/CD/DVD
Hard Drive
Other
Total wattage required

Power Supply Search

Now that you know the amount of wattage you need to run your dream computer, you can look for a power supply. Search the Internet for two different power supplies that would work with your computer and fill in the chart below. Then, make a decision on which power supply you would purchase and explain why.

Custom Built Computer Power Supply

	Power Supply #1	Power Supply #2
Make and Model
Type
Maximum Power
Efficiency
Connectors
Other
Price
Power Supply Website

Power Supply Decision

Which power supply you would purchase? Why? Write your answer in the box below.

Business Justification

Write a 175- to 300-word memorandum (memo) to the Research and Development department manager that provides a justification for the components you selected for the system. In the memo, include any assumptions you made when selecting a component and/or a vendor. Create your memo in the box below.