How hard would it be to...

[The Amish Kid]

How hard would it be to put a processor in my new computer after I put the motherboard in the case? This is my first build and all the guides I have read say to put the processor on the motherboard before putting the motherboard in the case. I want to know because I dont have that much time during the week so I want to get everything put together this weekend but my processor willn't be here untill next week.

EDIT: Just to let you know right now I have to use my mom's five year old compaq. So I really want to have this computer built and running soon

 

[yellowsnowman]

its not hard at all, though if your using thermal paste instead of a pad, that could be hassle

 

[Kage]

Well it depends on the size of the case, but it is possible to do from inside the case.

Simply turn the case on its side so its on a surface and it should be easier that way. I wouldn't put it on a carpet though as this will build up static if moved around, and static that close to the motherboard isn't good.

 

[The Amish Kid]

ok cool, Im off to start building then

 

[Kage]

Kewl. Tell us when its up and running.

Great computer your building by the way

 

[catalyst1]

Yeah, I actually prefer to install the motherboard first.

 

[ENH729]

I'm getting ready for my first build as well. I was wondering if this case:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16811166015

was good. I've never heard of Sunbeam before, is it a reputable company?

 

[setishock]

Well in the first place this is called highjacking a thread. A tad bit of a no no around here.
Buty to answer your question here's the link to the folks that make it and a lot of really neat gizmos and gadgets.
http://www.sunbeamtech.com/

You can stop drooling down the screen now...

 

[mr.monger]

umm i think p4 coolers have to be installed with the mobo outside the case, but im not sure as ive never built a p4 machine.