Can I install a CPU cooler bracket before installing the CPU?

soldierguy97 · Jul 20, 2017

Title says it all. I will be installing the Cooler Master Hyper 212 Evo on a MSI Pro Series Intel Z270 SLI Plus. I want to know if I can install the bracket before installing the cpu so I dont accidentally touch the top of the cpu. I dont see why I couldnt, but every dang install guide always has the cpu install as the first step or already has it installed.

mdd1963 · Jul 20, 2017

you can certainly install the back mounting plate bracket long before the cpu if you so choose...

soldierguy97 · Jul 20, 2017

mdd1963 :

Thank you! Why is there this preconceived notion to always install cpu first...

raisonjohn · Jul 20, 2017

Probably because when you buy an aftermarket cooler, it is assumed you are replacing the CPU's stock cooler, wherein the CPU is already installed.

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