Swap out the standard fan for the Cooler Master 212 model
Swap out the standard fan for the Cooler Master 212 model
You don't always need to take out the motherboard if your case has a cutout that lets you reach the bracket holes. I'd just remove the GPU for simplicity and avoid any risk. Don't stress about the RAM, but handle the thermal paste carefully—putting it in the socket isn't ideal, though not catastrophic with non-metallic paste.
You don't always need to take out the motherboard if your case has a cutout that lets you reach the bracket holes. I'd just remove the GPU for simplicity and avoid any risk. Don't stress about the RAM, and handle the thermal paste carefully—putting it in the socket isn't a big deal, though.
It's ideal to clear anything around the CPU socket to make fan installation smoother. Often, people avoid extra effort and end up dealing with it later, like after a fun ride. I recommend completing your preparation before starting.
To remove the board from the case, you'll likely need to take out the GPU and its connections. You can leave the rams intact if the clips or fans don't block the RAM sticks.