Install the Mainboard in the Case
The mainboard is drilled with a series of holes. Most system cases have
mounting brackets installed in the case which correspond to the holes in
the mainboard. You can secure the mainboard in the system case by
placing the mainboard over the mounting brackets and driving screws
through the mainboard into the mounting brackets.
Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure
that the I/O template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the
rear edge of the mainboard.
Note:
Do not overtighten the screws as this can stress the
mainboard.
The illustration below shows a mainboard installing in a standard
desktop case.
Power Supply
Unit
Drive
Cage
Expansion
Slots
I/O
Template
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