To assemble the computer system.
•Computer case, with power supply installed
•Motherboard
•CPU
•Heat sink/fan assembly
•Thermal compound
•RAM module(s)
•Motherboard standoffs and screws
•Anti‑static wrist strap and anti‑static mat
•Tool kit
Choose a clean, well-lit, and static-free area to work in. Place the motherboard on a non-conductive surface like its anti-static bag.
- Open the CPU socket on the motherboard.
- Align the CPU with the socket, ensuring the notches match.
- Gently place the CPU into the socket without applying any force.
- Close the socket lever to secure the CPU
- Apply thermal paste to the CPU (if not pre-applied on the cooler).
- Attach the CPU cooler according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Connect the cooler's fan to the CPU fan header on the motherboard.
- Open the RAM slots on the motherboard.
- Align the notch on the RAM stick with the slot on the motherboard.
- Press down evenly on both ends of the RAM stick until it clicks into place.
- If your CPU has integrated graphics, this step may be unnecessary.
- Align the GPU with the PCIe slot on the motherboard.
- Push down gently until it clicks into place.
- Secure the GPU with screws to the case (if required).
- Mount SSDs or HDDs in drive bays or brackets inside the case.
- Connect the SATA or NVMe data cables to the motherboard.
- Connect the power cables to the drives and power supply
Connect all necessary cables: power cables, data cables, and front-panel connectors.Refer to your motherboard and case manuals for guidance.
- Secure the power supply in the case.
- Connect power cables to the motherboard, CPU, GPU, and drives.
- Ensure proper cable management to maintain good airflow.
Ensure all connections are secure and properly seated.
Carefully close and secure the computer case using screws.
The computer system has been installed successfully.