Do I need to remove CPU/CPU cooler when moving my motherboard to a new case?

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My old case is a little small for my GPU, it fits decent enough right now but future upgrades could be an issue. I have an FX-8350 with the Hyper 212 EVO cooler which is a great combo. I'm just transferring my parts into the new case when I get it and I was wondering whether or not I will need to remove the CPU or the cooler when moving the motherboard into the new case.
 
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Actually you want to leave it on. Use the heatsink like a handle to lift the motherboard in and out of the case. You want to carefully tilt the motherboard connectors into the back plate and drop it on to the mounting studs without scratching the board against the studs.

I don't see why you would remove it. You can't put the heatsink on after the board is installed.

Same goes for RAM. Leave it in. You don't want to be installing RAM after the motherboard is installed. It puts unnecessary pressure on the board and flexes it. Always install RAM outside of the case with the motherboard on a flat surface like the motherboard box.
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As long as you handle your parts with care, you shouldn't have an issue leaving it as is and moving it as one large unit.

edit: I would actually encourage that so you don't need to worry about reapplying thermal compound or anything else (if you needed a second reason)!
 
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Actually you want to leave it on. Use the heatsink like a handle to lift the motherboard in and out of the case. You want to carefully tilt the motherboard connectors into the back plate and drop it on to the mounting studs without scratching the board against the studs.

I don't see why you would remove it. You can't put the heatsink on after the board is installed.

Same goes for RAM. Leave it in. You don't want to be installing RAM after the motherboard is installed. It puts unnecessary pressure on the board and flexes it. Always install RAM outside of the case with the motherboard on a flat surface like the motherboard box.
 
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