Installing the motherboard into your case

Pt. 3 of 10 | 3:49 |

How Do I build a PC

Wednesday October 13, 2010

In this episode, we show you

how to install your motherboard

into your computer case. This is a delicate procedure, but it's not as complicated as you might think. We'll show you how to

connect your motherboard

and the associated wiring and also talk a bit about

motherboard sizes and specifications

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Show Notes

- The motherboard that we are using is classified as ATX.

- There are also micro-ATX motherboards that you would not need such a large case for.

- When choosing your computer case, you should be aware of how many bays the case has to support hard drives, optical drives, etc.

- Also, you don't want a case that is hard to navigate so make sure it has a bit of room to spare.

- Most computer cases have a side panel that you can remove to get inside.

- The motherboard mounts in the far side of the computer case on special screws called stand-offs so that the board is not in contact with the case.

- Your motherboard should also come with a back panel that conforms to both the case and the motherboard ports. You'll want to put this into place before installing the motherboard.

- Screw the motherboard into place carefully. You don't want to put too much pressure on the motherboard in case you damage it.

- Now plug in the wires for the on/off switch, reset button, cooling fans, etc. These are generally color-coded but consult your motherboard manual if you have problems.

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