All the neurons will blast fireworks like the new years celebration when youre building a new PC.
And nothing can beat that feeling of a geek or gamer.
But while building the PC, a slight confusion can splash water on those crackers.
And that is, should you drop in the CPU last or first?
Well, grant me to clear this CPU installation jumble for you through this article.
Just read till the end and start building the PC without any vacillation.
Why Shouldnt You implement the CPU in the End?
Definitely, youll face too many complications if youre going to plant the processor at last.
Among those hurdles, the top one is mounting the CPU cooler.
And itll make you sweat out when there is no casing cutout below the motherboard.
Lets look at those troubles in-depth if you really want to set up the process in the end.
Here are the difficulties that youll face if you set up the CPU later:
1.
This backplate holds the cooler over the CPU tightly with the help of four screws.
Moreover, you must apply the thermal paste over the CPU before installing the cooler.
Then you have to place the cooler holder bracket over the CPU and backplate under the motherboard.
Next, youll have to put the screws in the threaded holes.
Here comes the crucial part!
It would be tough for you if you want to mount the processor later.
You must tighten those four screws together (do it slowly).
Imagine those four screws are marked with 1, 2, 3 & 4.
Repeat the same procedure for 2 & 4 numbered screws.
Keep pushing those screws slowly and sequentially until they are tightened fully.
And also,check that youve installed the CPU cooler correctly.
While doing all these you need lots of patience.
And thats where the damaging CPU socket part comes in.
After finishing all those installations except the processor and cooler, the inside of the casing will become messy.
So, the chances are high to damage the socket pins if you accidentally drop the CPU over those.
Never ever install it when the case is in a vertical position or standing.
Can You drop in the CPU Cooler Without Removing the Motherboard?
And removing the mobo becomes undeniable when there is no cutout in the case below the motherboard.
Because the aftermarket tower air cooler & AIO cooler comes with a backplate.
Attaching the backplate opposite side of the board is a must when dealing with an aftermarket cooler.
Thebackplate is needed to hold the cooler tightlyto the CPU because tower air coolers are bulky.
Plus, you have two use four screws that come with the cooler.
Those screws hold the CPU cooler bracket and the backplate together.
Mostly all the high-end PC cases including the mid-ranged ones have cutouts in the motherboard holder plate.
So that, you might easily set up the cooler and attach the backplate also.
And doing so will cost your precious time and hard work too.
Next, you may need to unmount the GPU also.
After that, you’re able to set up the cooler and then plant the mobo again.
Above is the short story of what youll suffer if you really need to remove the motherboard.
FAQs
Should you implement the CPU first or last?
You must mount the processor in the beginning of building the PC.
It will be tough to load the CPU cooler when youre doing this CPU installation at last.
What will happen if you mount the CPU inappropriately?
You might end up with bent or broken pins if you dont set up the processor correctly.
Doing so will leave you nothing but a useless socket.
Do you oughta put the motherboard first in the casing?
Before putting the motherboard in the casing, drop in the CPU first in the mobo socket.
Then set the PSU in the casing because it will help you to ensure proper cable management.
I bet I have changed your mind now.
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