Essential tools for PC building: Don't get caught without these 10 items in your toolkit

You can build a PC with just a screwdriver or two on hand, but you'll have an easier time of it if you have all the essentials on hand. That includes tools to get you out of sticky spots, which always occur when you assume they won't. Keep these 10 items on hand for builds and they'll keep your assembly woes to a minimum.We've divided the list into the absolute essentials (for the minimalists out there) as well as our recommended additions for a well-rounded kit. But really, there's no need to scrimp. All of these tools are very affordable.Bare essential tools for PC building Screwdriver (Phillips #2) Alaina Yee / IDG

Phillips #2 screwdrivers in various forms. We recommended getting a magnetized version (or magnetizing a standard one).To read this article in full, please click here https://www.pcworld.com/article/3612588/best-essential-tools-for-pc-building.html#tk.rss_all

Created 4y | Apr 5, 2021, 10:20:25 AM


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