Remote Installation

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B:
Video card installation is definitely something you can undertake yourself.  Here are the steps:
1.  Uninstall previous card from device manager (alternately, disable integrated graphics in device manager).
2.  Turn off computer.
3.  Unplug computer.
4.  Open computer.
5.  Remove existing card (if applicable).
6.  Insert new card.
7.  Connect any power connectors from PSU to card (only required on high end cards).
8.  Close computer, plug in computer, turn on computer.
9.  Laugh at the awful resolution.
10.  Download the drivers for your card from ATI or Nvidia (depending on card).
11.  Install drivers, restart, and you're good to go.

Some people like to use driver cleaner software in safe mode after uninstalling the old card.  This is optional.

Installing an HD is generally easy, but setting it up (especially if it's an IDE drive) can give you trouble.  Leave that bit for your lazy brother.

eevilcat:
I personally would do step 10) first - never attempt to install hardware without having the latest/correct drivers to hand. If for some reason you had to reboot in safe mode to install the offending drivers then you aren't going to have the internet access to download them.

witch:
I totally agree. For each of my PCs I have a CD with a set of drivers that I know work - doesn't matter if they're not the latest, I can always upgrade later if I feel the need.

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