How to install a motherboard and CPU
MotherBoard Installation.
- Open your computer case. Then remove both side panels for easy access to the motherboard tray. …
- Ground yourself. …
- Replace the I/O panel shield. …
- Find the standoffs. …
- Install the standoffs. …
- Place your motherboard on the standoffs. …
- Install your components. …
- Connect the power supply.
CPU Installation.
- Install your new motherboard (if necessary). …
- Ground yourself. …
- Remove the new processor from its protective bag. …
- Line up the notches or triangle on the processor with the socket. …
- Gently lay the processor into the socket. …
- Relatch the socket cover. …
- Apply thermal paste to the processor.