The part I really hate with the Stock Cooler, is that once you removed it, the backplate gets loose, and you will have to demount the whole MB to be able to screw the new cooler on that. Genious design.
I really appreciate this method, every tutorial I saw skipped on so much details, you went above and beyond the normal explanation! including different angles ;-;
yeah we hope it will become a useful reference point for those looking to do anything with the AM4 socket and coolers, just in time for AM5 to be announced 😋
Hi Mike, another great tutorial .I have the v5 custom cool it works really well I bought it after watching your review on it , will be getting another one for my next build . Keep up the good work 👍
Awesome video mate, lot of people come to me all the time; asking for ideas for the best methods to remove and also guidance on installation, this one will certainly be shared around. well documented n smooth flowed.
This video is a GODSEND! So many videos on the matter out there and most of them don't give you anything that isn't obvious. Thank you for making this!
I have a particularly bad one for you, Bob. At a linguist's funeral, a friend goes up to the widow. "Mind if I say a word?" She gives him a nod, "Please do." He looks into her eyes and says, "Plethora." She smiles and says, "Thanks. That means a lot."
Great video Mike...when i built dters pc i made rookies mistake of buying s/hand board without back plate. Bought cheap plastic one which didnt meet std cooler so literally bent mb so had to buy genuine back plate and all good. Would been same cost and easier to just buy new mb! You have covered all types of fasteners and for someone who only (re)builds occasionally this is a great tutorial to have in toolbox. Thanks for great content, stay safe everyone👍
Covered all the bases there Mike, most of the major kinds of connectors there. That Snowman one is awesome though, I still cant believe they are so cheap ! Thanks for sharing :-)
Wow, Mike's way of installing a CPU looks better then my way of just tossing the CPU at the motherboard from across the room as if I'm playing Corn Hole. 😂
This video make me think how much easier it is working on servers, where you just order up a processor. Someone turned up in a white van in 2 hours and it comes with the heatsink already fitted and you just pop it in without having to fit at fan on top. This hobby PC building is just hard work!
When ever I install a Motherboard or cooler...I use an extra long Phillips or Cross Hatch screwdriver for the installation. Helps if the tip is also magnetized to hold the screw(s). The extra long shaft makes it easier to install the Motherboard or Cooler without having to angle the screwdriver tip which could possibly damage the screw head(s). Hope that helps.
Great video and explanation. I have the hope that one day Mike will show us the same process with an Intel board and CPU, stock and aftermarket fans (I know, Intel stock CPU fan is not big deal, only FYI). Thank you very much, Mike & Kath!
@@mikesunboxing I turned to the dark side and no troubles so far (goodbye B.S.O.D.) Since I own Ci5 10400 and TUF H470 pro Wifi I haven't got troubles with components. I suffered more BSOD with my old FX 6300 - HD6450 combo (even same CPU and GTX 1060: bottleneck). Perhaps one day I'll give myself a try and become a Jedi again XD (All AMD components).
Bought parts for a 5700G APU build. Thinking stock cooler should be fine for my needs, but certainly do not want to have to back and change the cooler later.
@@mikesunboxing Thanks Mike, Unfortunately I had installed the Wraith Stealth cooler using the AMD factory paste before seeing your message. Ever investigate replacing the wraith stealth fan? Although don't expect to push this machine during normal use, I am thinking there must be quieter fans.
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A real treatise in cooler installing! I have a hyper tx3 evo, which has a latch style, but I think it would apply a much stronger pressure than ryzen 2600 stock cooler. I still wonder if the backplate is rigid enough to prevent mobo bending, that tx3 is retired since my previous build and I didn't gathered courage enough to install it...
Thanks for such a nice and informative video. I saw some people change the stock cooler direction not to right/left but top/bottom. Can you please take a look at that and share it with us? Again, thanks a lot.
@@mikesunboxing thanks for the information. Although it would be more helpful for me if there was a short video on how to rotate the fan as I find that the fan's screw does not reach the holes. Rotating the fan seems difficult too as I am not a professional and a bit nervous too.
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Hi, may i ask what type of screw driver did you used to remove the amd cooler? I'm planning to put a thermal paste on my cpu but I can't unscrew the screws in the fan...
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If you use a graphite pad instead of thermal paste to install a custom cooler, will it move into a position that does not touch the processor correctly when placing the new cooler in place since it is not stuck on the CPU or the cooler?
@@mikesunboxing This is an excellent installation video; however, there are idiots like me who require more than a couple of sentences on the removal of the current cooler b/c we've never attempted an upgrade before. I have a Noctua NH-D15S and Ryzen 5 5600 waiting to replace a Ryzen 5 3600 and its stock cooler. I just want to be 100% sure of what I'm doing before I do it and risk messing up what I already have. It may be second nature to you and most viewers, but not to me! Can you help?
i’m currently struggling to put the cooler on in my pc, the screws don’t seem to be moving at all no matter how much i screw or how much pressure i apply, how can i solve this?
I have a micro atx motherboard and im planning on buying a new cpu cooler does the cpu cooler also have a size or it all fit every cooler. .because i am having thoughts that if i buy it may not fit or it may hit my ram it's hard because i only have 2 ram slot. .
it depends on the case dimensions and the processor type and the cooler you are thinking of getting. In general most coolers will fit the average ATX format case as that is the target market but don't always take that for granted
In the case specs, it will list the maxium CPU cooler height. My advice is to NOT get a CPU cooler that is at the same max height; give yourself some wiggle room and get one at least a few MMs less than the listed max CPU cooler height. Sometime the height of the heat pipes sticking out the top are not accounted for. Good luck.
@@mikesunboxing my case is msi mag vampiric 100r 33.5x20x24 cm Cpu cooler is deepcool gamaxx 400 26.1x16.7x12.2 cm Ang the processor is ryzen 5 1500x 3.5ghx I thinks its perfect fit?
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The part I really hate with the Stock Cooler, is that once you removed it, the backplate gets loose, and you will have to demount the whole MB to be able to screw the new cooler on that. Genious design.
Awesome, I made it to the end. 😂 I think no matter how many PCs you've built, it never hurts to go back to the basics from time to time.
Awesome thank you!
whoever designed this screw cooler should have the engineering degree revoked
yeah, and also the new AM5 mounting system
I really appreciate this method, every tutorial I saw skipped on so much details, you went above and beyond the normal explanation! including different angles ;-;
You're very welcome! and thanks for the sub
Thanks for the tutorial, Mike! It is a great way to "get back to basics"... it will make an excellent addition to your library of "how to" videos.
yeah we hope it will become a useful reference point for those looking to do anything with the AM4 socket and coolers, just in time for AM5 to be announced 😋
The most thorough tutorial video I've ever seen on installing a CPU and cooler.
Glad it helped!
Hi Mike, another great tutorial .I have the v5 custom cool it works really well I bought it after watching your review on it , will be getting another one for my next build .
Keep up the good work 👍
Glad to help, Thanks for watching :-)
Awesome video mate, lot of people come to me all the time; asking for ideas for the best methods to remove and also guidance on installation, this one will certainly be shared around. well documented n smooth flowed.
Thanks Simon appreciate it
This video is a GODSEND! So many videos on the matter out there and most of them don't give you anything that isn't obvious. Thank you for making this!
glad it helped
CRAP JOKE FRIDAY !
I didn't want to believe that my dad was stealing from his job as a traffic cop, but when I got home, all the signs were there.
I have a particularly bad one for you, Bob. At a linguist's funeral, a friend goes up to the widow. "Mind if I say a word?" She gives him a nod, "Please do." He looks into her eyes and says, "Plethora." She smiles and says, "Thanks. That means a lot."
My band and I had our first gig tonight, but afterwards I realized that it would have been way cooler with a fog machine...
It was a mist opportunity.
@@mikesunboxing waka waka
@@thefrecklepuny Why did the golfer wear 2 pairs of trousers?
.... In case he got a hole in one!
Great video Mike...when i built dters pc i made rookies mistake of buying s/hand board without back plate. Bought cheap plastic one which didnt meet std cooler so literally bent mb so had to buy genuine back plate and all good. Would been same cost and easier to just buy new mb! You have covered all types of fasteners and for someone who only (re)builds occasionally this is a great tutorial to have in toolbox. Thanks for great content, stay safe everyone👍
Right on. we all make rookie mistakes along the way, as long as we learn from them that is the key
doing great work with tutorials Mike, respect
Glad you like them!
Covered all the bases there Mike, most of the major kinds of connectors there. That Snowman one is awesome though, I still cant believe they are so cheap ! Thanks for sharing :-)
Right on! the snowman is a great option and pretty simple to fit
Wow, Mike's way of installing a CPU looks better then my way of just tossing the CPU at the motherboard from across the room as if I'm playing Corn Hole. 😂
@@OlettaLiano lol!
No finger harmed, good job! 😁
🖐
This video make me think how much easier it is working on servers, where you just order up a processor. Someone turned up in a white van in 2 hours and it comes with the heatsink already fitted and you just pop it in without having to fit at fan on top. This hobby PC building is just hard work!
Yeah that is true although the parts are a little more expensive 😎
@@mikesunboxing eye watering more expensive! .
These new videos are trippy af.
Hope that is a good thing?
@@mikesunboxing Yep, The intro is alot better is what I meant to say.
@@Cracko298 Thank you! And thank Achea Shadow for providing it for us :-)
When ever I install a Motherboard or cooler...I use an extra long Phillips or Cross Hatch screwdriver for the installation. Helps if the tip is also magnetized to hold the screw(s). The extra long shaft makes it easier to install the Motherboard or Cooler without having to angle the screwdriver tip which could possibly damage the screw head(s). Hope that helps.
thanks for the tip!
I use a 18 inch long magnetic crosshead and wear one of those elasticated head lights comes in well handy when installing the motherboard
@@mbrewer98 Great tips :-)
I cant imagine how polite you are! you are truly wonderful
bless you that is very kind of you to say
Great video and explanation. I have the hope that one day Mike will show us the same process with an Intel board and CPU, stock and aftermarket fans (I know, Intel stock CPU fan is not big deal, only FYI). Thank you very much, Mike & Kath!
one day i will adventure back over to the dark side to do an intel tutorial 😉
@@mikesunboxing I turned to the dark side and no troubles so far (goodbye B.S.O.D.) Since I own Ci5 10400 and TUF H470 pro Wifi I haven't got troubles with components. I suffered more BSOD with my old FX 6300 - HD6450 combo (even same CPU and GTX 1060: bottleneck). Perhaps one day I'll give myself a try and become a Jedi again XD (All AMD components).
Spot on as always Mike.
thanks private!
Bought parts for a 5700G APU build. Thinking stock cooler should be fine for my needs, but certainly do not want to have to back and change the cooler later.
if you are going to use the stock cooler remove the stock paste and use something else and it will be easier to remove later on
@@mikesunboxing Thanks Mike, Unfortunately I had installed the Wraith Stealth cooler using the AMD factory paste before seeing your message. Ever investigate replacing the wraith stealth fan? Although don't expect to push this machine during normal use, I am thinking there must be quieter fans.
excellent guide mike.....really helpful
Glad it was helpful!
thank you for the detailed video, that really helps! basically, its identical to the AM2 and 3 based systems. great video!
Glad it was helpful!
life saver with that removal trick, cheers man
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Very helpful guide. Thank you 👍
Glad it was helpful!
Best explanation ever.
Glad it was helpful!
Great and detailed tutorial, thank you! Rare quality.
Glad you liked it!
I honestly just looked this up cuz i forgot how to do it but thanks
hope it helped
what happens if the screws wont budge with a screw driver
get a bigger screwdriver
Thanks, this helped us a lot - mission successful!
You're welcome!
Absolutely fantastic video, thank you for saving my nerves
Glad it helped!
Excellent video .Thanks.
Glad you liked it!
Excellent video, thank you!
replaced my thermal paste and when i go to put the heatsink back, my screws just are nowhere near the motherboard holes, and the springs r so stiff
readjust the backplate and put something solid under it to keep it in place when you are tightening the screws
Perfect, thanks!
Glad it helped!
Thank you ,it perfect.
Welcome 😊
awesome!, may i ask what is the (type) screw (size) of the heatsink, the three fell out of my case.
not sure sorry, but the internet seems to think 6-32 SAE 12mm/half-inch long screw
When i am screwing it in . The spring is making clicking noise. I am using the stock cooler.
that is very normal, it is a horrible noise though
nice video, but let's see the temp with each cooler
Ok next time, this was getting to be a monster length video already
b550 bazooka bios tour?
should be similar to the mortar, but it i can get hold of one i'll post it
Currently trying to get the tight screws in from the and wraith and omg....
it is quite a tough job
I have removed my CPU cooler for some cleaning up but now it's not getting it
What happened?
A real treatise in cooler installing!
I have a hyper tx3 evo, which has a latch style, but I think it would apply a much stronger pressure than ryzen 2600 stock cooler. I still wonder if the backplate is rigid enough to prevent mobo bending, that tx3 is retired since my previous build and I didn't gathered courage enough to install it...
should be fine
Thanks for such a nice and informative video. I saw some people change the stock cooler direction not to right/left but top/bottom. Can you please take a look at that and share it with us? Again, thanks a lot.
yes you can do it either way round, the fan can also be removed and rotated
@@mikesunboxing thanks for the information. Although it would be more helpful for me if there was a short video on how to rotate the fan as I find that the fan's screw does not reach the holes. Rotating the fan seems difficult too as I am not a professional and a bit nervous too.
@@khulnaicml3954 Will try and make one 🙂
17:45
So shouldn't we tighten the screws all the way ?
Just do 4-5 for each screw and leave it?
all the way after the first initial contact and in a cross method
When i try screwing down the cooler i dont have those things to put it in and then my cooler moves
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Hi, may i ask what type of screw driver did you used to remove the amd cooler? I'm planning to put a thermal paste on my cpu but I can't unscrew the screws in the fan...
ph2 head
Thank you, are there any temperature changes from stock to after market? for Gaming
yes most aftermarket coolers will reduce the temps in gaming by around 10c give or take a bit, and usually be a lot quieter
Would you trust the stock cooler that comes with the CPU?
for a lot of CPUs it is fine with a good airflow case
@@mikesunboxing just got the corsair 400D airflow, with a ryzen 7 5700g would that work with the case an fan an all that?
My cooler sits way to high to screw into the board! Help!
the backplate is probably not completely flush with the motherboard
Thanks you so much!
You're welcome!
Does it always take so much force to screw it in or i am doing something wrong?
yes lots of force required
Repost Mike?
this is the long version, there are smaller bite sized versions for those looking for a specific issue or fan type
@@mikesunboxing i see. I thought i had dejavu
@@afandihidzir6151 this is the long version, there are smaller bite sized versions for those looking for a specific issue or fan type lol!
The devil is always in the details. making Mike the Saint of How to :_:
haha yes i have done it wrong enough times to hopefully help others not make the same mistakes
ty
how to install cooler master 212 evo on am4 ?
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this saved my ass thank you
you are welcome
I've decided to venture into water cooling, I'm just waiting for the parts to arrive from China
hope it goes well
@@mikesunboxing thanks Mike 👍
What if the screws don’t reach?
readjust the backplate. it should be completely flat against the back of the motherboard
@@mikesunboxing I just looked at it and the backplate was bent lmfao. I got scared but thankfully my AIO came with a tempered glass backplate
Glad you got it sorted out 🙂
Can we apply thermal paste for extra cooling even when stock cooler have pre applied thermal paste?
best to remove the stock paste totally and apply good quality paste like mx4 etc
If you use a graphite pad instead of thermal paste to install a custom cooler, will it move into a position that does not touch the processor correctly when placing the new cooler in place since it is not stuck on the CPU or the cooler?
yes best to do it on a flat surface to prevent movement
@@mikesunboxing This is an excellent installation video; however, there are idiots like me who require more than a couple of sentences on the removal of the current cooler b/c we've never attempted an upgrade before. I have a Noctua NH-D15S and Ryzen 5 5600 waiting to replace a Ryzen 5 3600 and its stock cooler. I just want to be 100% sure of what I'm doing before I do it and risk messing up what I already have. It may be second nature to you and most viewers, but not to me! Can you help?
@@markfalina9160 Feel free to join our Discord chat and we can go over it in more detail discord.gg/gaeeDPw
i’m currently struggling to put the cooler on in my pc, the screws don’t seem to be moving at all no matter how much i screw or how much pressure i apply, how can i solve this?
resposition the back plate and ensure it is firmly flush with the motherboard
@@mikesunboxing thank you so much, i forgot all about aligning the back plate 😅
@@sczzl2055 No problem, glad you got it sorted out :-)
I have a micro atx motherboard and im planning on buying a new cpu cooler does the cpu cooler also have a size or it all fit every cooler. .because i am having thoughts that if i buy it may not fit or it may hit my ram it's hard because i only have 2 ram slot. .
it depends on the case dimensions and the processor type and the cooler you are thinking of getting.
In general most coolers will fit the average ATX format case as that is the target market but don't always take that for granted
In the case specs, it will list the maxium CPU cooler height. My advice is to NOT get a CPU cooler that is at the same max height; give yourself some wiggle room and get one at least a few MMs less than the listed max CPU cooler height. Sometime the height of the heat pipes sticking out the top are not accounted for. Good luck.
@@PapaMav ooh thanks
@@dudzgupit1169 you're quite welcome.
@@mikesunboxing my case is msi mag vampiric 100r
33.5x20x24 cm
Cpu cooler is deepcool gamaxx 400
26.1x16.7x12.2 cm
Ang the processor is ryzen 5 1500x 3.5ghx
I thinks its perfect fit?
27:26
45min for fitting a cpu fan 😂
got to be able to pay the electric bill somehow :-)