Do you need retention brackets?

Conkers477

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I just recently purchased a CPU cooler, however i didn't install the retention bracket. I wanted to know if there is a reason why you need to or why it's preferred to be used. Thanks
 
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helps keep it stable, and secure while providing support. Some of these aftermarker coolers are huge if you haven't noticed. Depending on the cooler and MB/cpu socket you may or maynot need it, check out the manual for the cooler.

dreamerz

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Aug 24, 2013
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helps keep it stable, and secure while providing support. Some of these aftermarker coolers are huge if you haven't noticed. Depending on the cooler and MB/cpu socket you may or maynot need it, check out the manual for the cooler.
 
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