Attempting to lift a heavy computer from the top can potentially damage the system. To minimize risk, unload the computer horizontally.
These loose items can potentially interfere with the power supply unit (PSU) of the computer and can even cause a short circuit, causing irreversible damage to the computer. Do not start the computer in this condition.
The back side should not be removed for now, and is usually concealed as it hides the majority of the wiring in the computer, and is mostly used for access to the PSU only. There are 4 Phillips screws located on the exhaust of the desktop for easy removal. Unscrew the 2 that are currently holding the front panel and safely move to the side.
(optional) If the hazards cannot be located on the front interior, remove the back panel using the same steps as the front panel and remove the hazards as previously mentioned. Re-install the back panel after removing all loose material.
Loose connections can result in failing components such as the storage, and causing cooling components such as fans to not be turned on, resulting in overheating and other issues. Pins almost always protrude straight and should not have any rough bends. Inspect all pins on the motherboard for damage and or missing pins in a pattern/row. If pins are found damaged and the computer is eligible for return it is recommended, as motherboard connections can be very difficult to fix for amateurs, and many can be crucial to the usability of the PC. (optional) For reference, you can search on YouTube for " your motherboard name (usually on the board itself) installation" and look for how connections should be inserted. Once everything has been fully secured, re-install the front panel to the case. The interior check is done.
When inserting an HDMI or DisplayPort connection to the back exhaust of the PC, make sure to insert into the slot located on the graphics card of the PC, and not the motherboard. The graphics card can be located easily as a device with multiple dedicated fans on the front side of the PC. Follow it to the back exhaust, and make sure you are inserting a connection from the GPU rather than the board directly. A motherboard’s integrated graphics system can display signal, but cannot be used alone to run the latest games, and you will notice immediately while playing if this happens. Many manufacturers will block the motherboard display port with a rubber insert to prevent this confusion, but it is still a prevalent issue.
trying a different display cable using a different display restarting the PC If the issues persist, follow the next step before considering a return.
For more in-depth instructions on installing Windows 10, refer to How to Install Windows 10. If you are experiencing graphical issues, install the appropriate drivers for your corresponding graphics card, Nvidia or AMD. Both driver update software can be found on their respective company websites. A guide on how to update the drivers can be found at How to Update Video Card Drivers.
On an idle system with little processes running, this temperature should generally never rise above 45 °C. Idle temperature is not a large problem however.
Be sure to have CPUID open as you want to inspect readings of your temperatures while in-game as well, something that is inaccessible without the software. While testing, view the max temperature of both the CPU and the GPU in HWMonitor. It is generally not safe to be running a CPU at levels of 100 °C or above, and most will even throttle their performance at that temperature in order to cool down. You should not be going over 80 °C after sustained sessions of gaming. This will impact the overall quality and life of the CPU over time. General GPU temperatures can vary from card to card however should not be sitting over 85 °C while running intensive programs. If you are experiencing either CPU or GPU cooling problems, it’s recommended to change a CPU cooler, as this is a simple problem of airflow in the system that can be upgraded. A guide for AMD boards can be found at How to Install a CPU Cooler in an AMD Motherboard. If it seems too overwhelming, you can simply return the computer and troubleshoot a new one with more effective cooling. It is simply not recommended to be running at maximum safe operating temperatures consistently as it will affect the life of the PC overall.
