POST Computer with stock Heatsink before installing in case w H100i?

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Electronicfunk

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I have been watching some PC builds on YouTube and a lot of people will test the mobo/CPU/RAM by assembling outside the case to ensure it posts.

I'm not sure how I will install the H100i and do not want to attach outside the case.

Should I install the stock heatsink and test the system and then remove and install the H100i when I install in the case?

If I decide to attach the H100i outside, I have the Fractal Design R4, I have yet to decide to put the radiator on the top of the case or in the front. Do I still mount to the Mobo in the same direction?

 
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Yes, I recommend on top (but still inside). It raises the CPU temperature by 1-2C but placing it in the front will raise everything by 5-10C eg. GPU.
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It's your option. For liquid coolers, I just install the waterblock/pump and test it outside. I just rest the radiator and fans on a level surface. Then I put the radiator on top of my case while I install the motherboard. Finally I install the radiator.
 
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So are you recommending putting the radiator on the top of the case vs. the front mount option? Or does it matter?
 
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Yes, I recommend on top (but still inside). It raises the CPU temperature by 1-2C but placing it in the front will raise everything by 5-10C eg. GPU.
 
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OK Sounds good. Why does Corsair recommend installing the radiator at the front of a case if it would increase the temperature? Regardless, from what I read and see, I agree with your assessment.

 
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