Guide to Install
Computer Motherboard
in Computer Case
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Step 7: Install Computer Motherboard
in Computer Case

Before starting your installation, make sure that you wear an antistatic wrist strap that is properly grounded to protect Motherboard from static electricity.

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Firstly, in mounting the motherboard (mainboard), match the mounting holes in the mainboard with the holes in the computer case.

The brass or aluminium standoffs that came with your case mounting hardware should be used to support the motherboard at the corners and in the center.

Install the standoffs in the appropriate spaces and ensure that they are properly tightened but not over-tightened. (See Diagram A below).

Note: Sometimes it's more convenient to install the processor (CPU) and heat sink assembly on the motherboard before installing the motherboard itself due to space restrictions.

Installing computer motherboard standoffs.
I hope that you observed the
anti-static wrist strap being worn!

Install motherboard with screws supplied. After installation, check to ensure that the mainboard is not touching the case and that there are no metal standoffs or screws left on the motherboard or anywhere that could cause a short circuit on power-up. (See Diagram B below).

Installing motherboard

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