1. Use the modular cables supplied with your PSU.
2. Keep 5 V ARGB off 12 V RGB headers.
3. Shut down and unplug before swapping parts.
4. Avoid touching socket pins or forcing the CPU.
5. Fully seat GPU power plugs.
6. Keep CPU EPS and GPU PCIe power cables separate.
7. Fully seat RAM.
8. Fully seat the GPU in its slot.
9. Fit standoffs only at motherboard mounting holes.
10. Remove loose screws before powering on.
11. Peel the cooler’s protective film.
12. Connect CPU_FAN and AIO_PUMP as directed.
13. Tighten the cooler evenly.
14. Follow the thermal paste instructions.
15. Plan both intake and exhaust.
16. Disable or retune unstable XMP/EXPO.
17. Keep power on during a BIOS update.
18. Use antistatic precautions, especially around carpet.