Installing a motherboard without screws seems impossible, but it’s really not that difficult! Just follow these simple steps, and you’ll be done in no time. Let us know what to do if your motherboard didn’t come screws.
Motherboard Didn’t Come With Screws | What to do?
Motherboards come in all shapes and sizes, but every motherboard must have the same basic features in order to work properly. You need at least one CPU socket, power connectors, RAM slots, and PCI slots, as well as an on-board serial port or some sort of external interface like USB or PS/2. You also need mounting holes where the motherboard can be installed inside your computer case with screws, but what happens when you don’t have any screws? This guide will show you how to install a motherboard without screws.
What is Motherboard?
A motherboard is an essential component of any computer system, serving as its backbone. It’s where all of your computer’s vital parts connect and communicate with each other. Without it, you wouldn’t be able to run programs, load files or save information. It serves as a platform for attaching all other components and provides access to key internal components such as RAM and storage drives.
HOW TO REPLACE: To begin, lay out your motherboard on a flat surface and flip over so you can see its backside; it should look like a network router or switch. Use your screwdriver to remove all existing screws from their sockets. Replace them with new ones using up-to-date software drivers; if they don’t fit correctly, repeat step 1 until they do.
You may have received many questions about installing motherboards over some time as an IT professional. You’ve compiled some of these common questions into a list that should cover all of your bases, in case you ever find yourself in need of new ones. The guide below is written with Intel motherboards in mind, but most of it applies to all brands. If you don’t see what you’re looking for here, please feel free to ask for more information!
What You Will Need If Your Computer Come without Screw?
Phillips head screwdriver, foam tape (yes foam tape). You will also need an hex wrench that came with your computer or with one of your many screw driver sets. It has a very specific size and you do not want it to be too small so make sure you check that before heading out of town. And here we go..
Step 1: Remove all accessories from inside your computer case. This includes hard drives, cd/dvd drives and any cards that might be installed in your pcie slots. Make sure they are all powered off as well because they can still get damaged when you remove them from their slots even if they are turned off. If there is anything else inside take it out as well because you will have to remove everything except for the power supply unit at some point during the installation process.
Step 2: Open up side panels on both left and right sides of the case by unscrewing all thumbscrews holding them in place on both sides. It will probably just be more difficult to put together and take apart if you don’t have screws. If it doesn’t fit together properly, try bending your case slightly with your hands so that everything lines up nicely.
Here are the basic five steps to follow to install your computer to start functioning well even with or without screws.
Step1: Prep Your Case
The first step is to prepare your case and make sure it’s ready for your new hardware. It’s very common for your motherboard box (or egg crate) to come with extra bags of screws, brackets, and tools that you can use with your new build. If it doesn’t, you should be able to find them on Amazon or at any computer hardware store. Take everything out of your case and lay it all out. Try laying down some plastic over top of all of your pieces so they don’t get dusty while you work. And if there are any cables or wires hanging around inside of your case, try tucking them away behind where your CPU will go or in another spot where they won’t get in your way. Step 2: Install standoffs: Standoffs are small metal posts that screw into holes in your motherboard to hold it up off of whatever surface you put it on.
Step2: Install The CPU
Hold down your CPU in one hand. Take your anti-static wrist strap and put it over your wrist. Put a small drop of thermal compound on top of your CPU (you don’t need much). Take your metallic (silver) flathead screwdriver, place it above where you want to put your CPU, then firmly and steadily press down on it. When you do, it will puncture and spread out some of that thermal paste. Now take your CPU and gently lower it into place. Once you hear/feel it click into place, give your PC case a gentle shake to make sure everything is secure. If not, try again until it is. Now take your metallic (silver) Phillips head screwdriver and tighten all four screws with two hands—just enough so they are snug but not too tight or they could crack or break something inside your computer. That should do it! You have just installed your CPU. Congratulations!
Step3: Install The RAM
The RAM slot on your computer’s motherboard should be clearly labeled and easily accessible, especially on laptops and smaller form-factor PCs. If you’re using DDR4 RAM, there will be one or two slots that are easy to recognize because they’re wider than others. To insert a module of RAM, simply press it in with your thumb while pushing down on both ends. There should be no excess pressure applied—just enough force to ease it into place. And again, since you won’t need any tools for basic upgrades like these, make sure your hands are clean before touching anything inside of your PC. That dust speck could wind up shorting out your new components! Once inserted, just make sure all of your other components (such as CPU coolers) can fit around it comfortably. Once you’re done installing everything else, turn on your PC and test it out to ensure everything is working properly! You may have some extra cash left over after buying parts—use it to treat yourself to some games, movies, or other entertainment (if you don’t already have something planned). And if you do, have some fantastic moments while learning and getting yourself familiar with some parts of your computer unit.
Step4: Connect all the Connectors and Cables
If you’re new to building computers, it can be pretty confusing trying to hook everything up. Remember that there are different sizes of wires with different plugs on both ends, so if you try and plug a small plug into a big port, it won’t fit. Also remember that there is an order in which you need to hook things up—the computer needs power first before any other components are able to work. If your case came with instructions or stickers showing how cables should be connected, follow them carefully! Otherwise, check online for pictures of your specific build (or other builds by your specific manufacturer) and make sure you have everything in its proper place.
Step5: Test Everything!
It’s easy to assume that once you’ve put in all your hard work, it won’t let you down. Of course, one of two things is going to happen: your product will either work or it won’t. The only way to find out is by testing everything, from each component separately, then putting them together and giving everything a thorough run through. Don’t forget stress-testing—your product will get a lot more use than you give it when you launch your business so make sure it can handle what people are going to throw at it for hours and hours on end! If things don’t turn out as well as you had hoped, don’t fret: every failure is an opportunity for learning and growth!
Conclusion
Even if your motherboard doesn’t come with screws, there are plenty of ways to get your computer case closed up. You don’t even need any tools! You just have to be creative. If you’re looking for help or advice on putting together your first PC or upgrading an old one, check out
the guide on building PCs here.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a motherboard?
A motherboard is one of two main components inside any computer (the other being a power supply). It serves as a platform for attaching all other components and provides access to key internal components such as RAM and storage drives.
- Did you use glue?
No.
- Did you bend it in half and make it flat?
Yes, I did!
- Did it work?
Yesssss! Enjoy that new board! You’re welcome.
- Will my computer still work if I don’t have any glue or extra pieces of metal?
Of course! It will probably just be more difficult to put together and take apart if you don’t have screws. If it doesn’t fit together properly, try bending your case slightly with your hands so that everything lines up nicely.
