Securing The Motherboard Into A System Case - EVGA Z690 CLASSIFIED User Manual

EVGA Z690 CLASSIFIED (121-AL-E698)

Securing the Motherboard into a System Case

Most system cases require installation of standoffs into the chassis to allow the
motherboard to be mounted to the chassis and prevent short circuits. If there are
any studs that do not align with a motherboard mounting hole, we recommended
that you remove that standoff to prevent the possibility of a short circuit.
Furthermore, ensure that all standoffs are fully tightened prior to mounting the
motherboard to the chassis. Please review the installation manual included with your
chassis for the proper installation of the motherboard standoffs.
1. Carefully place the motherboard onto the standoffs located inside the
chassis.
2. Align the mounting holes with the standoffs.
3. Align the connectors to the I/O shield and/or I/O cover (if separate).
4. Ensure that the fan assembly aligns with the chassis vents according to the
fan assembly instruction.
5. Secure the motherboard with nine (9) screws (See next page for mount hole
location). Ensure that each screw is lined up with and fastened to its
corresponding standoff under the board. Double-check alignment to make
sure nothing gets cross-threaded.
Tip: If you have difficulty fastening some of the screws, especially near the
I/O hub, first try to loosely fasten all other screws on the motherboard, but
don't completely tighten the screws. This may help to hold the board in
place, allowing you to thread and fasten the remaining screws. Once all
screws are properly threaded, remember to go back and tighten the rest of
the screws.
6. See the picture on the next page for the locations of standoff holes for the
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