Starting Build... Mobo in case First? Or Components on Mobo First?

[CL8N2DO]

What do you guys suggest?

 

[alexoiu]

I'd firstly install the CPU and CPU cooler outside the case, then add a RAM module, connect psu, and test the board with a monitor (still outside). If things ok, power off, disconnect psu, install the standoffs, I/O shield, then board in the case, test again, power off, psu off and install all other components.

 

[Paul NZ]

And install the standoffs if the case doesnt have them before you install the motherboard. Otherwise it'll short

Yup it's better to install the CPU and fan outside the case. It's not that easy doing it if you install the mobo first

 

[CL8N2DO]

Case already has standoffs installed in the full atx positions. 1. Can someone walk me through doing a test boot of the board, 2. You guys recommend just useing mobo box to sit mobo on? 3. How do you recommend turning mobo on and off? (Screwdriver?) (Detailed explnation on this one pls)

 

[alexoiu]

What board and CPU using? For starting the board, you can connect the case power button, if wires long enough. If not, yes, you can use a screwdriver.
Have you installed both CPU and CPU cooler?

 

[CL8N2DO]

What board and CPU using? For starting the board, you can connect the case power button, if wires long enough. If not, yes, you can use a screwdriver.
Have you installed both CPU and CPU cooler?

Basic Build:
i7 6700k
Asus Z270F
Hyper 212 EVO (a very clunky cooler)

I have not started or installed anything yet, im having a hard time getting W10 Media creation tool to recognize my flashdrives...
I like useing the case buttons tho

 

[Paul NZ]

Use rufus it's better

If the system has a UEFI BIOS select GPT before you add the ISO

If it doesnt select MBR

 

[CL8N2DO]

Use rufus it's better

If the system has a UEFI BIOS select GPT before you add the ISO

If it doesnt select MBR

Thx man, But could you explain that in "Layman terms"... im "OK" Smart... Just not "Super" Smart...

 

[Paul NZ]

Explain what thats it.

Put flash drive in. Run rufus do the above. add ISO. Click start, wait for it to finish. Eject. Bootable flash drive

 

[CL8N2DO]

oh ok... so run Rufuf first / Then Run W10 Media Creation Tool / Create an ISO through the creation tool / then i have W10?

Whats the difference between USB and ISO?

 

[CL8N2DO]

Explain what thats it.

Put flash drive in. Run rufus do the above. add ISO. Click start, wait for it to finish. Eject. Bootable flash drive

What board and CPU using? For starting the board, you can connect the case power button, if wires long enough. If not, yes, you can use a screwdriver.
Have you installed both CPU and CPU cooler?

Can you answer me the best way to shut down a PC that might not boot up to BIOS? this has not happend to me.. im just nervious starting my build for the first time to the BIOS, and if i encounter a problem, i wold like to know the best way to "Force Shut down" the system...

1. Should i just click the power button once?
2. Should I Hold The Power Button Down for more than 4 sec?

Im just trying to cover "All My Bases"...

 

[Paul NZ]

What? If it doesnt get to the bios it sounds like its not turning on

You cant shut it down if it doesnt turn on

If it doesnt turn it if you've built a PC this can mean the BIOS thats on the mobo doesnt support the CPU you installed

 

[CL8N2DO]

Ima bout to fire this thing up... lol

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[CL8N2DO]

What? If it doesnt get to the bios it sounds like its not turning on

You cant shut it down if it doesnt turn on

If it doesnt turn it if you've built a PC this can mean the BIOS thats on the mobo doesnt support the CPU you installed

Can you tell me if an 8-pin / CPU / Type-4 mobo power connector, Is the same as a PCIe 8-pin (6+2) Connector for GPU's... i dont wanna use the PCIe cause its a longer cable, but the CPU 8-pin is perfect...