First Maintenance Tips After a New Build
Just finished building your PC? Great! Now it’s time to keep it running smoothly from day one. Here are key maintenance steps to follow after a fresh setup:
✅ What You Should Do First:
- 🧼 Check for Dust Weekly: Even new setups can collect dust. Use a blower or soft brush — especially around fans and vents.
- 🌡️ Monitor Temperatures: Use tools like HWMonitor or Speccy to keep an eye on CPU, GPU, and SSD temps.
- 🔋 Test System Stability: Use OCCT or Prime95 to stress test CPU and RAM for early detection of issues.
- 🧪 Check for Driver or Firmware Updates: Visit your motherboard and GPU brand’s website to install the latest updates.
- 📦 Organize Backups: Use File History or third-party tools like Macrium Reflect Free to create your first system backup.
- 💡 Label and Save Box Info: Keep original boxes, serial numbers, and receipts — handy for future upgrades or warranty claims.
🛠️ Recommended Tools:
- 🔍 HWMonitor – Live hardware temperature monitoring
- 📋 Speccy – Overview of system health and specs
- 🔁 Macrium Reflect – Full system backup tool
- ⚙️ Ninite – Quick install & update essential apps
💬 Want help setting up scheduled maintenance or backups?
Just ask — I can walk you through setting up automatic tools so your system stays fast and healthy without the hassle.