PC construction guidance for Build AdviceFirst — feedback welcome
PC construction guidance for Build AdviceFirst — feedback welcome
When choosing an i5 12400, you might also look into a B660 board. You could likely find a solid discount on a reliable one.
Whatever you do, don’t panic if power doesn’t appear immediately after applying it. It’s very easy to overlook a connector or misinterpret a connection. Just start fresh and double-check which cables are where. I attached a two-pin connector to the incorrect button pins on the MOBO, and felt that uneasy sensation when trying to power it. But after reading all the discussions here, I stayed calm and followed the usual advice—revisit your steps and confirm everything. Moving just one connection resolved the issue completely.