Build Your Own - Step by Step ( i7 2600k)

[Bolimomo]

Quote from TIKITRADER:


..... I decided it would be easier to mount the CoolMaster Hyper 212+ at this time to the MB for easy handling so I have also unpacked the cooler.

Good thing... With the design of those coolers, you would need to mount the cooler on the motherboard before you screw down the motherboard onto the chassis.

 

[Bolimomo]

Quote from TIKITRADER:


Thanks for the great feedback. ET is a great place to share for sure

Good job starting this thread Tiki! It is really nice that you have taken pictures to show every step of the way. This is a great tutorial for DIY'ers! The video links are wonderful bonuses!

 

[TIKITRADER]

Permanent installation of the Hyper 212+ backside plate to the motherboard

 

[TIKITRADER]

Sometimes we have to get very serious when it comes to a build.
Necessary hydration techniques were enforced to ensure stamina

 

[TIKITRADER]

Unpacking the i7 2600k and getting ready to install it in the mb ( cpu price much cheaper than listed on box)

 

[TIKITRADER]

Quote from Bolimomo:

Good thing... With the design of those coolers, you would need to mount the cooler on the motherboard before you screw down the motherboard onto the chassis.

This cooler is big. There are actually even bigger units out there ! That would make it challenging to install parts and run cables around them.
Yes, it really is so much easier to get this step finished before going any further.

 

[TIKITRADER]

Preparing the MB for the cpu.

 

[TIKITRADER]

Removed the plastic protective cover from the cpu socket

 

[TIKITRADER]

Installing the i7 2600k into the socket

 

[TIKITRADER]

Make sure the Chip is properly seated. This image can help to align cpu for installation