Steve Gaudreault Computer Services
Professional IT solutions, on-site or remote. Your trusted expert serving individuals and businesses from Valleyfield to the West Island and everywhere in between.
CUSTOM-BUILT COMPUTERS
Building your own PC? I have designed optimized configurations tailored to your specific needs, ensuring long-term reliability without compromise. While I am not a hardware retailer, I provide expert assembly services for your purchased parts.
Recommendations based on facts, not personal preferences
Each component selected for your custom PC is not chosen out of simple personal taste. My recommendations are strictly based on in-depth technical analysis, benchmarks, and independent laboratory testing from leading technology media, such as the experts at PC Perspective (PCPer.com) and PCMag.com. This ensures you get an optimized configuration, validated by real and impartial data.
Note: Given the current rise in hardware costs, even building a cheap, entry-level computer is no longer a smart investment. To maintain my standards, I refuse to cut corners with subpar, short-lived components. Even for my baseline office and productivity configuration, I only use modern, fast architectures. The upfront cost is higher, but your PC is built to perform and last for years to come.
Assembly Services and Terms:
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My assembly service goes far beyond simple physical installation: it includes a complete BIOS update, cable management for optimal airflow, installation of Windows 11 with a license, and driver configuration to ensure the stability and maximum performance of your machine.
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Standard Assembly: $180 Complete assembly, cable management, and operating system installation.
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Assembly with Liquid Cooling (AIO): $220 Includes installation and optimal configuration of a factory-sealed all-in-one (AIO) liquid cooling kit.
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"Expert" Build: Starting at $250 BIOS optimization, custom fan curves, in-depth stress testing, and advanced performance configuration.
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Compatibility Check (External Parts): + $40 If you provide your own components outside of my recommended list, this surcharge applies to cover the technical research and compatibility validation required.
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Custom Configurations: For high-end systems or complex builds, a personalized rate will be established based on the required assembly and testing time.
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90-Day Labor Warranty: I guarantee the quality and precision of your PC assembly (cable management, connections, thermal paste application, and initial BIOS configuration) for a period of 90 days following delivery. Component Warranty: All new parts are covered by their original manufacturer's warranty (ASUS, Corsair, AMD, etc.). In the event of a hardware failure, the return process (RMA) and any replacement part costs are the responsibility of the client. Exclusions: This warranty does not cover issues caused by user software modifications (unstable overclocking, viruses/malware, improper BIOS updates by the client), accidental physical damage, or opening/modifying the case after delivery.
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Device Pickup: Once you have been notified that your computer is ready, you have 15 days to pick it up. After this period, a storage fee of $5 per day will apply, unless otherwise agreed upon.
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Cancellation: If the client cancels the assembly request after parts have been ordered or work has begun, a cancellation fee corresponding to the labor time already performed (minimum $50) will be charged.
Appointments are required for all drop-offs. Following the suggested parts list is the best way to guarantee optimal system stability and performance.
Entry-level PC
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Processor AMD Ryzen 5 8600G
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Motherboard ASRock AMD B850M Pro RS WiFi
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Integrated video card
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Memory 16GB TEAMGROUP DDR5
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NVMe WD Blue SN5000 1TB
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Power supply ASRock Challenger CL-750G 750W 80 PLUS GOLD
Mid-range PC
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Processor Intel i5-14600KF
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Motherboard ASRock B760M Pro RS
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Video card XFX Swift AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT OC 16GB
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Memory Kingston Beast 32GB DDR5-6000
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NVMe Samsung 990 PRO 2TB
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Power supply ASRock Challenger CL-750G 750W 80 PLUS GOLD
High-end PC
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Processor AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
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Motherboard MSI X870 Gaming Plus WiFi
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Video card AMD Radeon RX 9070XT or XFX Speedster MERC310 RX 7900XTX Black
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RAM 32GB CORSAIR Vengeance RGB DDR5-6000
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NVMe WD_BLACK 2TB SN850X
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Power Supply Corsair RM1000X 80+ Gold or the Lian Li RS 1000W Rotational Shift Fully Modular 80+ Gold
Dream computer
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AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D Processor
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Motherboard for ASUS ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi
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Gigabyte AORUS GeForce RTX 5090 Xtreme WATERFORCE video card
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Memory for AMD CORSAIR Vengeance RGB DDR5-6000MHz 64GB x 2
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WD Black SN8100 4TB NVMe
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CORSAIR RM1200x Power Supply Custom Assembly Request Please select your configuration and suggest a drop-off date below. Once the form is submitted, I will confirm the compatibility of your parts with you before our appointment at the workshop.