A COMPLETE HOW-TO PC BUILDING GUIDE FOR BEGINNERS

HOW TO BUILD PC

A COMPLETE

HOW-TO

PC BUILDING

GUIDE FOR

BEGINNERS

PART 2 :

PLAN YOUR PC BUILD

MEMORY

GRAPHICS CARD

01~02

CPU

CPU COOLER

MOTHERBOARD

HARD DRIVE

POWER SUPPLY

CASE

PERIPHERALS

HOW TO BUILD A STREAMING PC

HOW TO BUILD A GAMING PC

ADD SOME RGB TO YOUR PC

11~12

14~15

PART 1 :

INTRODUCTION TO PC COMPONENTS

CONTENTS

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STEP 0 :

STEP 1 :

STEP 2 :

STEP 3 :

PREPARATION

CPU INSTALLATION

MEMORY INSTALLATION

M.2 DRIVE INSTALLATION

STEP 4 :

STEP 5 :

CPU COOLER INSTALLATION

MOTHERBOARD INSTALLATION

STEP 6 :

STEP 7 :

STEP 8 :

STEP 9 :

STEP 10 :

STORAGE INSTALLATION

GRAPHICS CARD INSTALLATION

POWER SUPPLY INSTALLATION

FRONT PANEL CONNECTORS AND CABLE MANAGEMENT

OPERATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION

PART 3 :

HOW TO BUILD A PC

CONTENTS

WHY SHOULD YOU BUILD YOUR OWN PC?

We choose any combination of components we want to fit our requirements.

We make the best use of our limited [or unlimited] budget.

We can upgrade and maintain our PC with ease.

In a nutshell…

Building it yourself is just cooler!

WHY WE BUILD

INTRO TO PC COMPONENTS

PART1:

WHAT DO I NEED TO BUILD A PC?

Although building a PC is as easy as putting together a LEGO set, you should know about the building blocks before starting.

PC builds can have many styles and uses, but some components are fundamental and must be a part of every PC.

Let’s learn the basics of each part, shall we?

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Ryzen 3 and 5 : Suitable for casual gaming and office applications.

Although most Ryzen 3 and 5 processors offer simultaneous multi-

threading (SMT), the very entry-level Ryzen 3 products do not. Make

sure you check before you buy. AMD processors with “G” at the end

feature integrated graphics; all other Ryzen processors will require a

separate graphics card even to display an output.

Ryzen 7 : The Ryzen 7 has more cores, and this line is suitable for

gaming at a mid-tier level.

Ryzen 9 : Ryzen 9 chips currently have the most cores when we’re

talking about the mainstream consumer CPU segment – making them

great for both high-end gaming and CPU-intensive tasks like video

editing and rendering. The top-end Ryzen 9 processor boasts 16 cores

and 32 threads.

Threadripper and Epyc : AMD’s top-tier Threadripper and more power-

ful Epyc CPUs are geared towards the workstation and server market.

AMD starts with Ryzen 3 and Ryzen 5, an upgrade over legacy Athlon and

Sempron lines.

Intel

AMD

AMD’s CPU lineup:

CPU

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Celeron series: A series that houses Intel’s entry-level products. It caters to

users who don’t need to handle CPU-intensive work. Celerons are suitable for

users who just need something to handle tasks like watching/streaming

videos, surfing the web, or running Office applications (word processing,

spreadsheets, presentations, and so on).

Pentium series: Offers a higher level of performance than the Celeron but

features weaker integrated graphics performance and a smaller cache than

the Intel Core series.

Core series: The current mainstream Intel CPU lineup.

Core X and Xeon:Tailored for workstations and servers. These processors

usually feature higher core counts and more enterprise features than other

processors in Intel’s product lineup.

Perfect for tackling daily tasks, light gaming, watching videos,

and browsing the web.

The Intel 10th generation i5 processors have up to 6 cores and

12 threads. They (the non-F models) also come equipped with

decent integrated graphics, making them suitable for light

gaming/graphics editing.

Deliver exceptional performance and boast significantly better

multitasking abilities than the weaker processors in Intel’s

lineup. It can run most games and heavier applications like

graphics editing software programs effortlessly.

The most powerful processor in the Intel Core family. They are

perfect for hardcore gamers, streamers, and content creators.

Core i3:

Core i5:

Core i7:

Core i9:

Here’s Intel’s CPU lineup:

CPUs are essentially the brains of computers – responsible for interpreting

instructions and processing data. There are two major high-performance

desktop CPU players in the market: Intel and AMD.

Here’s a list of the mainstream intel and AMD CPU compatibility with

motherboard:

Processor

Socket Compatible Motherboard

Core i9-10XXX / Core i7-10XXX

Core i5-10XXX / Core i3-10XXX

Core i7/i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron

Core™ X-Series Processor

AMD Ryzen

Threadripper

LGA1200

LGA 1151

LGA 2066

AM4

sTRX4

Z490 Platform / Z590 Platform

X299 Platform

B450/A320/X470/B550/X570 Platform

TRX 40 Platform

Z390 Platform

Core X and Xeon:Tailored for workstations and servers. These processors

usually feature higher core counts and more enterprise features than other

processors in Intel’s product lineup.

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CPUs produce a lot of heat. High temperatures can cause the system to

shut down in order to protect important components, and may even cause

permanent damage. Fans and heatsinks are therefore necessary in order

to keep the CPU running cool. Except for some high-end CPUs, most boxed

CPUs are bundled with a corresponding CPU cooler which can meet basic

demands for heat dissipation.

For better system performance, it is suggested to buy a better CPU cooler.

The cooler can be classified in terms of heat dissipation medium into two

types: liquid cooling and air cooling. Air coolers can be further classified

into tower-style, downdraft and updraft coolers, depending on their

appearance and airflow direction. Users should choose a cooler that fits

their product and circumstances.

CPU COOLER

AMD Stock Cooler Air-cooling AIO Liquid-cooling

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Coolers need to provide compatible brackets, as bracket positioning may

vary slightly depending on the motherboard socket.

Each CPU cooler supports a different thermal design power (TDP), indicating

the upper range of heat output that it can handle. More powerful CPUs need

better coolers to ensure stable operation.

Choose a cooler that fits your case. High-performance coolers often have

large heatsinks, so it’s critical to pick a cooler that can fit into your case

without obstructing other components.

When choosing a CPU cooler, make sure you consider the

following:

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The motherboard is a platform that holds all the parts and components in a

computer. It links the various components of a computer, including expan-

sion cards, hard drives, memory and peripherals such as keyboard and

mouse, as well as handling communication and transmission between

these devices.

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Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX and E-ATX, four types of motherboard

dimension.

The following considerations should be taken into account when

choosing a motherboard:

Motherboard Dimensions:

Just like clothes, motherboards come in different sizes.

Common sizes include:

MOTHERBOARD

Mini-ITX

17 cm x 17 cm

Micro-ATX

24.4 cm x 24.4 cm

ATX

30.5 x 24.4cm

E-ATX

30.5 x 27.7 cm

The motherboard is the second most important choice when building a PC. The

motherboard, also called the mainboard, links all the components of your

computer, connecting your processor, memory modules, graphics and expan-

sion cards, hard drives, and connections for your network, keyboard, mouse,

and more.

Intel's 10th gen CPUs work with H410, B460, H470, Z590 and Z590 chipsets,

with Z490 and Z590 the only two to support CPU and memory overclocking.

In general, the CPU with a “K” in the name and the motherboard with a “Z”

in the name support overclocking.

Intel

AMD

For AMD, high-end Ryzen CPUs should get a B550 or X570 chipset. You can pair

mid or entry level with B550, or older X470 or B450 chipsets. All Ryzen CPUs

are overclockable and motherboard memory too, available on almost all match-

ing motherboards.

If you get a motherboard that supports overclocking, it may require dual ATX

8pin for the CPU, check to make sure your power supply has them.

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In simple terms, memory is used to store data temporarily, increasing the

speed at which the CPU can access data from the hard drive. Both memory

capacity and frequency affect computer performance. The higher the

memory frequency, the faster it is. Having more memory means more

space for temporary storage, and better performance as a result.

DDR4 is the current mainstream, starting at DDR4-2133 for entry-level

computers.

Higher frequencies such as DDR4-2400 and DDR4-3000 are typically

targeted at hardcore gamers and overclockers.

MEMORY MEMORY

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The graphics card takes data from the computer and outputs it as text,

images and colors on a display monitor.

At present, the two main graphics manufacturers are NVIDIA and AMD.

The two main GPU manufacturers are NVIDIA and AMD, and at MSI we offer

cards for both GPU brands, ranging from entry-level to ultra high-end

NVIDIA : 3000-series cards offer a huge leap over the 2000-series, and the

current models are the entry level RTX 3070, the powerful RTX 3080, and

high-end RTX 3090 cards. The “R” stands for “Ray Tracing”, Ray tracing is the

holy grail of gaming graphics, simulating the physical behavior of light to bring

real-time, cinematic-quality rendering to even the most visually intense

games.

AMD : starts with the Radeon RX 5500XT, up to the RX 5600 XT and RX 5700 XT,

For the high-end we have the RX 5700.

AMD

NVIDIA

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The hard drive is the computer's storage device.

Whether we're talking hard disk drives, solid state drives or SSDs, or

NVMe or SATA m.2 drives, these are all forms of storage for files in your

computer. Storage has evolved from hard drives that use magnetic tech-

nology to store data on spinning disks. Reaching 20 terabytes or more, 4

to 8 terabyte hard drives are a cost-effective option for mass storage. But,

with data transfer around 140 to 180 megabytes a second, speed is far

surpassed by SSDs and m.2 drives. Solid state drives, whether SSDs or

M.2 drives, use memory to store data. Whereas the DDR4 memory in your

computer is emptied when there's no power, SSDs and M.2 drives can

store data without power. For SSDs, they use the same SATA connectors

as hard drives, but good drives offer read and write speeds of over 500

megs a second, triple the speed of hard drives. These go up to 2 terabyte

capacities, some reaching 4 terabytes.

SATA interface M.2 interface

SATA

HARD DRIVE

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The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing

a power supply:

Wattage

The power supply converts AC power into DC power for computer

components.

Energy Efficiency

The 80 Plus certification program for power supply units features the

following ratings – 80 Plus, 80 Plus Bronze, 80 Plus Silver, 80 Plus Gold, 80

Plus Platinum, and 80 Plus Titanium. The most efficient (and most expen-

sive) Titanium tier offers more than 94% energy efficiency at 50% load.

General guidelines- a PC for the web, word and excel can get by on 500

to 600 watts. For NVIDIA GPUs, a last gen RTX 2000 series needed about

650 to 750 watts. The new RTX 3080 GPU requires 750 watts, and the

high-end RTX 3090 needs 850 watts or more.

Titanium Platinum Gold Silver Bronze White

POWER SUPPLY

Power Supply Design

Full Modular Semi-modular Non-modular

Excellent air flow due to

less cable clutter

Low temperature reading

due to less cable clutter

Easy to organize and

manage for good looks

Convenient PSU replacement

Can be fully customized

Good air flow with good

cable management

Good air flow with good

cable management

Good looks with good

cable management

Easier PSU replacement

with less cables to unplug

Limited customization

options

Bad air flow due to

cable clutter

Poor cable management will

result in high temperature

Messy looks due to too

many cables

Need to remove all the

cables when switching PSU

Customization not an option

Air Flow

Temperature

Aesthetics

Convenience

Customization

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Selecting a case can be done mostly to personal taste, but there's a few

factors to keep in mind.

1. Airflow: The case needs to have good airflow, so there should be lots of fan

mounting spots. Also look for wide openings at the front for air to enter, and

having them filtered will help keep dust out of the case.

2. Dimensions: Check what size motherboard your case will accept, most

motherboards are ATX sized and won't fit in smaller cases. Check the case

specs, or consider a smaller case to match. Also you'll need to check the

length of the graphics card the case accepts, as newer graphics cards can

reach 27, 30 or almost 33 centimeters in length. And do you need spots for

SSDs or hard drives? Check the case has mounting spots for your storage.

Next, what kind of CPU cooling solution will you be using? For air cooling,

check the case's maximum CPU cooling height in millimeters, at least a few

mils more than the height of your actual cooler.

CASE

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Keyboard

The keyboard is mainly used for text input. Keyboards use the USB or PS/2

interface.

USB keyboards are the norm, with only a few high-end or low-end products

employing PS/2.

The mechanism and actuation method on a keyboard determines its tactile

response when typing.

The two main switch types are membrane and mechanical.

Monitors

A monitor connects with one DisplayPort or HDMI cable, and high-end models may

have a USB-C video input. Often there's legacy VGA, also known as D-Sub, or DVI

inputs.Monitors can be flat or curved, and 1080p is the basic resolution, but 1440p is

becoming the gamers choice as you can see more game detail. There are 4K screens

for high resolution media playback, and creative professionals.Refresh rate is

important for gamers; most 1080p and 4K screens have a 60 hertz refresh rate, but

1440p can do 120 or 144 hertz, this is often a TN type display. Your display can update

twice as fast, and the split-second difference may help you win competitive online

games. AMD Freesync or NVIDIA G-sync features can reduce screen tearing.

You should pay attention to contrast and especially brightness, rated in candela or

nits, same thing. Panel type can be In-Plane Switching or IPS, with better color

accuracy and wider viewing angles, or Twisted Nematic or TN, known for its ultra-fast

refresh rate. Vertical Alignment or VA panels used to sit in-between these two.

Mouse

Mice are typically classified according to their method of connection - wired

or wireless. They can also be classified according to their sensor type,

depending on whether they employ optical or laser sensors.

Wired mice typically connect via a USB port, while Bluetooth and 2.4GHz

WIFI are the norm for wireless mice.For gaming, we recommend using a

wired mouse to avoid wireless signal and battery life issues.

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Mechanical keyboards are actuated by an independent physical switch.

Different mechanical switches have different tactile responses; the main

types are brown, blue, black and white.

Membrane keyboards are cheaper and make up a majority of the market.

One problem that membrane keyboards may encounter is registering

simultaneous key presses, so competitive gamers may want to choose

keyboards that support N-Key Rollover (NKRO).

D-SUB DVI HDMI DP

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PART2:

HOW TO CHOOSE PARTS FOR MY PC?

Do you need a PC for intense gaming or heavy multimedia production? Here are some tips you need to

take into consideration when choosing your parts.

STREAMING PC

A POWERFUL STREAMING PC IS ALL YOU NEED.

You may be a relatively new or even a pro streamer who

needs a powerful streaming PC to broadcast your game-

play. When you’re streaming a game, your system has to

handle two heavy tasks simultaneously, and a more pow-

erful CPU will come in handy. That said, your requirements

would be highly dependent on what games you play, its

graphics settings, and your streaming quality.

We’ll go through a few considerations when building a PC

for streaming.

Live streaming has become an indispensable form of new media in the

Internet Age, enabling you to share your gaming skills and experiences

with friends remotely. Building a streaming PC may sounds professional,

but don't let it intimidate you. Here are some useful advice you should know

before you start.

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW WHEN BUILDING A STREAMING PC ?

Gameplay and Streaming Quality

Every game has its minimum and recommended hardware requirements,

but when it comes to streaming it at a decent quality, minimum require-

ments will not be good enough. In general, a 1080P, 60fps/30fps stream is

an excellent point to start. Your CPU and GPU performance plays a crucial

role when it comes to this particular workload.

Is your Internet fast enough?

A 20Mb/s connection is more than enough for most streaming purposes. You

can even have a smooth streaming experience just by tethering an internet

connection with your cell phone if you have consistent signal strength and

speeds in your area.

Reference Link https://www.speedtest.net/

HOW TO BUILD A STREAMING PC

PRO TIPS

CHOOSE THE RIGHT CPU

SINGLE OR DUAL PC ?

Single :As the name implies, a single PC is all you need to start streaming with

this setup. But if you're streaming a game, your system has to handle two heavy

tasks simultaneously, which is why having a powerful CPU and GPU is essential

for this kind of setup.

Dual : In this type of setup, you offload the streaming workload to another PC so

that your primary gaming PC can focus on doing one thing – gaming. The other

PC will need a capture card and all the other streaming peripherals (mic,

camera, so on) connected to it. However, this setup does increase the costs

involved because you need an entire PC and a capture card in addition to your

gaming PC.

We recommend at least 16GB DDR4 RAM for live streaming.

The CPU affects both livestreaming and gaming performance, so with a single

PC streaming setup, make sure your processor is up to the task. In this type of

streaming setup, sub-par streams are usually the result of a weak/inadequate

processor.

For casual streamers, intel’s i5/i7, AMD’s R5/R7 series should work just fine.

For serious streamers who are more likely to stream the latest games at the

best possible quality to their audience, we'd recommend intel’s i9 and AMD’s R9

range CPUs.

Choose your live streaming software

Regardless of the type of streaming setup you pick, you'll need applications that

capture and livestream your content to your audience. Although there are numerous

ways to do this, the two most popular ones used by streamers today are:

XSplit Gamecaster:https://www.xsplit.com/gamecaster

OBS Studio:https://obsproject.com/

StreamLabs OBS:https://streamlabs.com/streamlabs-obs

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GAMING PC

TRUE GAMER DESERVES A MONSTROUS GAMING PC.

It’s all about ultimate gaming experience, nothing is more

satisfying than playing games at the highest resolution

and graphics settings, which you’ll need a mighty gaming

PC. Here we will go through a few considerations that

you have to keep in mind when building a PC for gaming.

Let’s get started!

Decrease the loading time of games with an SSD

Loading times are an issue for many gamers around the world. It’s primarily affected by

your network speed and storage. Hence, another way to improve your gaming experi-

ence is to use an SSD (Solid State Drive) drive that offers a higher read/ write speed. It

will decrease game loading times and increase the general responsiveness of your

system.

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW TO BUILD A GAMING PC?

Every game has a set of minimum system requirements. For example, AAA

games place great importance on graphics and sound quality, while FPS

games may be less demanding on those but emphasize good connection

quality. Before building a computer, visit the right websites to learn about

your game’s system requirements. This will help you avoid spending too

little or too much on your PC.

Reference Link: http://gamesystemrequirements.com/

Choose the right graphics card

Choose the right motherboard

The two main GPU manufacturers are NVIDIA and AMD, and at MSI we offer

cards for both GPU brands, ranging from entry-level to ultra high-end. For

NVIDIA, 30-series cards offer a huge leap over the 2000-series, and the

current models are the more entry level RTX 3070, the powerful RTX 3080,

and high-end RTX 3090 cards. AMD starts with the Radeon RX 5500XT, up

to the mid-range RX 5600 & 5700 XT. For the high-end we have the Radeon

RX 6800, Radeon RX 6800 XT and Radeon RX 6900 XT.

You'll need to consider the amount of VRAM on the card too, crucial to your

GPU's performance, along with fans for good cooling. Gaming in 1440p

requires almost double, and 4K requires 4 times as much power as 1080p.

Fast 120 or 144 hertz display rates are double the normal 60 hertz, so

there's another doubling or more of the power required.

Not only does a good gaming motherboard allow for future upgrades, but it also offers

low-latency voice communication for an enhanced gaming experience. The MSI official

Best Of The Best website can help you find the best motherboard for gaming to perfect-

ly suit your gaming requirements.

PRO TIPS

Reference Link:

https://www.msi.com/Landing/best-motherboard-for-gaming-pc-build

HOW TO BUILD A GAMING PC

ADD SOME RGB TO YOUR PC

In a addition to performance, there are also a lot people paying more atten-

tion on making their PC look great and unique from others. One of the

easiest way is adding some RGB lighting for your rig, there’s only a few

simple steps away from making your PC different from others. Let’s get to it.

Start with the color scheme

In recent years, various manufacturers have begun releasing products with

special color schemes, such as MSI's all-white Arctic motherboard series,

the all-black SLI PLUS series, and the silver Titanium series. As a starting

point, getting matching components from the same series helps maintain

consistent color throughout your rig.

Add RGB Lighting

Nowadays, many computers are equipped with RGB lighting devices. You can

add RGB lighting by installing a LED strip, or choosing components that

come equipped with lighting. Proper mixing and matching is the key to

getting good lighting effects. MSI's Mystic Light Sync allows you to connect

and control RGB devices inside and outside the case, delivering a brand new

visual experience through a variety of color and mode settings.

While RGB lights typically run on 12V power, digital LEDs that run on 5V

power are also available. Digital LEDs offer greater potential for customiza-

tion by allowing the user to adjust lighting color on an individual basis.The

user is free to configure lighting effects according to their own taste.

Reference Link: https://www.msi.com/Landing/mystic-light-rgb-gaming-pc/

Check the definition of pin headers on the purchased RGB accessory and the

motherboard (for example, 12V/5V)

Plug the 4-pin (3-pin) RGB connector to the RGB header on the motherboard

Plug the power connectors additionally when connecting an RGB accessory if

necessary

ØFor fans, connect to the fan connectors on the motherboard

Ø For non-fan products, connect to the 4-pin connectors of the power supply

How to install RGB device

JLED1

Extension

cable

5050 LED strip

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The most crucial part of building a PC is not the “building” itself; it’s crafting a

part list that aligns with your needs. After all, what significantly affects your PC’s

performance is its hardware. To help you tailor your own build list, we recom-

mend using a helpful resource like PCPartPicker(https://pcpartpicker.com/)

PCPartPicker offers stunningly detailed product information, including user

reviews, and even offers links to buy said product. By switching the website to

different regions, buy links will correspondingly link to the local e-tailer web-

site. It not only provides a wide selection of available products, but it also gives

you a reference of price and place to buy them – helping you save both time and

money.

All you need to do is to enter

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/ and you can choose your parts.

When you finish creating your ideal build list, there are a few functions you can

leverage:

Save. Simply save the planned build list first if you haven’t yet decided to

purchase your rig at the moment. Take your time to compare and consider.

Share. You can share the build list with your friends or to the forum for more

opinion on you PC build.

Buy. An easy button for you to buy the product on the e-tailer sites with ease.

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HOW TO BUILD A PC

PART3:

STEP-BY-STEP BUILD GUIDE IN 10 STEPS

Time to get your hands dirty! With hands-on PC building instruction, even first timers can build a gorgeous,

high-performance PC. Grab a screwdriver, up that passion, and you’re good to go!

STEP 0. PREPARATION

Before start, some simple things to be prepared:

Caution:

Pins on the motherboard are vulnerable, so be careful to not bend them.

A magnetic screwdriver.

Some zip ties /velcro strips and a pair of scissors.

A clean non conductive surface to build your PC onto.

Take a deep breath, read the manuals first and you are good to go!

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STEP 1. CPU INSTALLATION

Unlatch the lid of the CPU socket.

Line up the notch printed on the CPU with the guiding notches marked on the

socket; carefully insert it inside the socket.

Make sure the CPU is placed properly then resecure the lid and lock it onto the

processor.

Caution:

Be careful with the CPU socket pins (or CPU pins), as it is made of gold,

which is soft material. They are exceedingly fragile, any slight collision can

bend the pins, which might cause functional errors.

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STEP 2. MEMORY INSTALLATION

Tips:

The suggested sequence of which memory slots to be installed first may

differ due to different motherboards. Take MSI motherboards as example,

you are suggested to insert the memory kit into Dimm1 slot first.

Pressing down on the lock/ejector tabs that are located at the ends of the

memory socket.

Check the memory module installation order outlined in the motherboard

manual, and make sure which the suggested matching memory slots to

insert first.

Push the modules down until you hear a “click” as the retention clips are

pushed upwards and lock the module.

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STEP 3. M.2 DRIVE INSTALLATION

Tips:

Some high-end motherboards come with special cooling solution for M.2,

such as M.2 shield and M.2 FORZR. You can refer to motherboard manual

for additional installation steps.

Move and fasten riser screws on the M.2 standoffs.

Take your drive and gently insert it into the connector at a 45 degree angle.

Push it down towards the standoff and secure it with the little screw.

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STEP 4. CPU COOLER INSTALLATION

Caution:

Make sure you apply thermal paste with the right amount. Too little or too

much will cause bad contact or get paste into the socket relatively.

Make sure the screws are tightened properly, and the pressure applied at the

corners is even to avoid CPU damage and cooling performance degradation.

Mount the back- plate onto the back of the motherboard. (If you have one)

Apply a drop of thermal paste onto the surface of the processor.

Connect CPU Fan Cable to CPU Fan Header on the motherboard.

Lower the cooler vertically and place it onto the CPU.

Secure it evenly tightening opposite screws progressively.

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STEP 5. MOTHERBOARD INSTALLATION

Tips:

Don’t leave out screws - a solid mount will be very helpful to secure the

motherboard in place to avoid unsteady movement.

Install I/O shield onto the back of the case.

Take your motherboard and gently lower it at a 45 degree angle into

the case.

Match the mounting holes on the motherboard with the stand-offs

in the case.

Secure the board with each of the supplied screws.

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STEP 6. STORAGE INSTALLATION

Caution:

Make sure you mount the hard drive tight to avoid damage.

Connect one end of the SATA cable to the SATA ports on the

motherboard, and the other end to the storage devices

(2.5’’ inches / 3.5’’ inches) itself.

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STEP 7. GRAPHICS CARD INSTALLATION

Caution:

Some high-end cards are longer or use up even more PCI space. Make sure

to check that beforehand to choose the appropriate case that could fit the

graphics card.

Remove rear PCI-e bracket from the case.

Unlock the PCI-e slot by pushing back the small plastic lock

located at the rear of the slot.

Hold the card with two hands, lower the graphics card into the

case and install into the PCI-e slot of the motherboard.

Secure the graphics card with the required screws to the back

of the chassis.

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STEP 8. POWER SUPPLY INSTALLATION

Tips:

Choosing the appropriate wattage for a Power Supply is essential. You can

use online PC build simulators such as PC Part Picker or MSI Power Supply

Calculator tool to get an estimation of the power required by your build.

Make sure to purchase a Power Supply with a little headroom to account for

future upgrades.

Mount the Power Supply (PSU) into the chassis and secure it with all

the screws.

Connect 24-pin power connector into the socket on the motherboard.

Connect 8-pin CPU power connector to motherboard.

Connect 6+2 Pin PCI-E Cable to graphics card (it may vary by graphics

card products).

Clip in your SATA power connecter to hard drive.

Connect other Molex connectors(with 4 horizontal pins) to extra

devices (e.g. DVD/CD Optical Drives).

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POWER

SUPPLY

Tips:

Check the maximum amount of USB ports on the motherboard before

purchasing a PC case. Make sure the case you want to purchase also

support enough USB ports as the motherboard does.

Tips:

If your system can’t be booted from the installation devices, enter the BIOS

and prioritize the boot sequence.

Connect Power switch / Reset switch / Power LED/ HDD(Hard Drive) LED

Cable to motherboard JFP1 Pin header.

Connect front USB cables to USB pin headers on the motherboard.

USB 3.0 / USB 2.0 Cable to USB 3.0 / USB 2.0 Pin Header.

Front USB Type-C Cable to Front USBType-C Pin Header.

Connect the Audio(Speaker) Cable to the motherboard JAUD1 Pin header.

Use zip ties or velcro strips to secure the cables in tight bundles to the

back of the case.

Insert the OS device (CD / USB)

Follow the OS installation steps

Download the latest device driver from the website and Install.

STEP 10. OPERATION SYSTEM INSTALLATIONSTEP 9. FRONT PANEL CONNECTORS AND

CABLE MANAGEMENT

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