PC assembly process and installation choices

The build follows a conventional desktop assembly order, beginning with the motherboard outside the case and then moving major components into place. Several installation decisions are explained during the process, including memory slot placement, NVMe drive allocation, radiator mounting, and cable routing.

Motherboard, CPU, memory, and storage

Assembly begins by placing the motherboard on top of its box as a work surface. The CPU is aligned using the triangle marker on the socket and secured with the retention lever.

Two memory modules are installed in what is described as the preferred slot arrangement for a two-stick configuration. NVMe drives are mounted under aluminum M.2 covers, which are treated as heat-dissipation components. Protective film is removed from the thermal pads before reassembly.

The storage plan assigns the 1 TB drive to the operating system and the 2 TB drive to recorded content.

Case installation and cooler mounting

After the board is prepared, it is installed into the case. The case design is praised for allowing rear access to the motherboard area, which makes CPU cooler bracket installation easier.

The liquid cooler requires switching to the AMD mounting hardware. An installation mistake is encountered because parts are initially assembled in the wrong order, and this is corrected after checking the instructions. The cooler is then mounted successfully, followed by installation of fans on the radiator.

Airflow and cable management

Fan placement is considered in terms of airflow direction, including an exhaust path near the top or rear of the case. Cable management is treated as an important part of the build, with multiple cables routed behind the motherboard tray to keep the interior cleaner.

White cables from the power supply are used to match the visual theme, and an additional RGB cable accessory is mentioned for the GPU power connection. Some cable accessories are identified as cosmetic covers rather than required electrical components.

GPU mounting change

A vertical GPU mount is installed at first, but later removed. The change is necessary because the capture card also needs expansion slot access, and the vertical mount interferes with that requirement.

The graphics card is therefore reinstalled in the standard orientation. This is presented as a practical compromise so the machine can fulfill its intended streaming role.

Source

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• Published: Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 3:13 PM UTC