s about motherboards
s about motherboards
I'm a complete noob when it comes to this, so apologies if these are stupid questions. I got an MSI X570 Meg ACE, which comes with the I/O shield already on. The I/O shield is a little loose - towards the top there is a gap between it and the board (larger gap than towards the bottom of the shield) and I can press it to push them together... Is that normal? There is also a flap / rectangular small extension to the I/O shield on the back of the board which sticks out.. I'm guessing that is supposed to be like that to help you take the I/O shield off if you want... or it's supposed to be flat/flush with the board? I know they seem like minor things, but the board was quite expensive so want to make sure I didn't get a dodgy one! Also are the M.2 covers supposed to be so loose and rattly? They seem to only be secured on one end.
Flaps are meant to face inward and assist with grounding. I/o shields are often poorly constructed and may not fit properly. Images could clarify this point. I/o shields aren't crucial. You can operate without them altogether.
Thanks for the feedback. Your photos clearly convey your point, though they’re more apparent face-to-face. The m.2 heatsinks/covers image I didn’t upload was due to space limitations and doesn’t fully display their details—just shows them secured on one side. Looks good overall!
These are the latest pre-installed motherboard covers. Previously, they were a separate, poorly made metal piece you inserted into the case and then attached to the motherboard. The pre-installed shield is meant to be a standard feature. Motherboard shields are mainly for dust protection. I wouldn’t let it cause concern. (p.s. am I old enough to use the phrase “new fangled” seriously?)