Two options without a backplate.
Two options without a backplate.
I just purchased a gigabyte B450M gaming motherboard without the cooler backplate. Do you have another method to install a cooler? Any suggestions would be welcome.
Yes, the stock wraith stealth cooler requires a backplate for proper fit and performance.
Yes, if you purchased a fresh board, there should be a backplate present. If you acquired it secondhand, it's probably time to make your own modifications.