Best replacement computer screws according to redditors

This is a motherboard standoff - it's a tiny nut with a screw in the end of it, it screws into your case, your motherboard sits on it, and then a screw goes through the motherboard to hold it down to the case.

Most cases come with them already installed, however you must check that they're in the correct location. I forget what the exact configurations are, but if you have them in one situation, and you put a larger board in, sometimes there's one installed where there is no screwhole in the board, and if it's near or on a pin from your motherboard, that pin gets grounded. If it's a thing that ought not to be grounded, there's a good chance that motherboard is ruined the second you put power to it.

Most good cases will be stamped with letters next to each hole, for example my kid's Corsair SPEC 04 case has "M" and/or "A" next to each hole to denote whether it's for mATX or ATX. If your board is mATX, you want a standoff in every hole that has an M next to it. Then inspect the board to make sure there are no standoffs where there isn't a screw hole, and you're all set, nothing to worry about.

TL;DR: Too many standoffs means there's a chance you could spark your motherboard. Too few, and it's not properly supported - you can break something pushing a connector down, or you can bend the board down so it sparks.

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/u/Cainlayder We purchased the exact boxes. Have had a few issues with them.

• Some advice, be careful with handling them they are like pizza boxes.
  
• Make sure all of the ram is properly seated.
  
• Go ahead and get the latest bios and IPMI firmware ready too on a dos disk and get IPMICFG from supermicro on their too so you can restore it to defaults.
  
• When you finally get into the IPMI webinterface make sure you set the IPMI Nic to independent.
  
• Also, you should go ahead and order the drive bay screws and rails if you plan to rack this.
  
• This unit doesn't come with rails. You may also want a front bezel to protect your drives from unwanted unlatching.
  
  The mobo takes DDR3 and it has a single power supply. I also recommend moving one of the fans to the left side of the server, the southbridge gets super fucking hot and will cause the fans to act sporadic. I found that by moving 1 of the fans over provides enough air flow to keep the southbridge cold and the cpu's cold too.
  
  The server isn't too loud if you change the fan from balanced to low. It's still loud but not something your neighbors will hear.
  
  Resources
  
  Mobo Site: http://www.supermicro.com/products/motherboard/QPI/5500/X8DTU-F.cfm
  IPMI Firmware: http://www.supermicro.com/about/policies/disclaimer.cfm?url=/support/resources/getfile.aspx?ID=3242
  Bios: http://www.supermicro.com/about/policies/disclaimer.cfm?url=/support/resources/getfile.aspx?ID=1894
  IPMI CFG: http://www.supermicro.com/solutions/SMS_IPMI.cfm
  Drive Bay Screws: http://www.amazon.com/Supermicro-Screw-Label-3-5-Inch-MCP-410-00005-0N/dp/B00353EKR8
  Rails: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000NWIP7A?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00
  Bezel: http://www.amazon.com/Supermicro-CSE-PTFB-813LB-Front-Bezel/dp/B002OFFC66

Your motherboard stands might not the the right stands.

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I

They use pentalobe screws to prevent you from opening it.

https://www.amazon.com/HQMaster-5-Point-Pentalobe-Screwdriver-Macbook/dp/B009339VAA

Get some standoffs that fit your holes. They look like this. Nylon or conducting is up to you. If conducting, make sure you are not shorting anything.

You can get 24 of them for $5 (https://www.amazon.com/Supermicro-Screw-Label-3-5-Inch-MCP-410-00005-0N/dp/B00353EKR8/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1537585457&sr=1-1&keywords=hard+drive+caddy+screws)

Unless you're somewhere exotic.

My sons ASUS keyboard was also lacking the proper screw. They seem to not include them. Ended up this box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011EFAB8K/

It's quite excessive but I've used it for other things too. It actually was the cheaper option due to Amazon Prime membership. Every other option had $10-20 shipping fee for just a few screws.

They sell laptop screw kits for 10 bucks, if all you're missing is screws.

They'll come in various sizes, M2x2, M2.5x2, M3x2, etc.

The first number, is the the diameter of screw in metric (millimeters, M2 is the super tiny "lost forever in carpet" screw size, and M2.5 is the slightly bigger), and the second is length of screw.

Use the 2mm length screws to identify the screw size (diameter), then jump up in length on the hole until you actually hit the threads to secure it.

It'll likely be M2 and M2.5 holding it together.

The drive won't come with the screws you need, they should be in your motherboard box. The screw you need is just called an m.2 screw, this should be fine https://www.amazon.com/SGTKJSJS-M-2-Screw-NVMe-Mounting/dp/B07Q3DLCJ4/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=M.2+screw&qid=1574412286&sr=8-5

Yeah, they are pretty much standard.

Think these should work https://www.amazon.com/Replacement-Mounting-Screws-6-32-Standoff/dp/B00028CAIK

Usually a computer case will have 6-32 standoff screws or M3 standoff screws. The screws that go into the standoffs are usually 1/4-Inches, 5mm, or 4mm. Here is example of a pack of mounting screws courtesy of Amazon...



http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Mounting-Computer-4-Inches-Standoff/dp/B00032Q1J4/ref=pd_sim_e_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=0YENZZNCEWQGJR0MDTAA

It's more than you need but something like this.

http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I

http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Mounting-Computer-4-Inches-Standoff/dp/B00032Q1J4/ref=pd_bxgy_e_text_y

I've used StarTech 6-32 standoff screws before, which are $4.71 for 15 on Amazon.

Not sure that they fit the exact 7mm height you're looking for, but they fit perfectly in an old case of mine that I was building up before reselling. No more lying around, sadly.

I recommend ordering some standoffs especially since your ATX board will need more.

Apparently, I assumed all cases came with standoffs, some cases only come with designed standoffs. As in the little nipple looking area is considered a stand off :/ Also your case should come with 3, I googled a preview/opening box video.

I say protect your investment and get some standoffs and if I'm right 6 at least. Copper if you can.

I was always told by my instructor to always use standoff to avoid shortening out your mobo.

http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I - these should work for you. Standard size

They look like standoffs. We use these (but much much smaller obviously) to lift the motherboard from the case so there's no metal-touching-metal.

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I

These? They're 6 bucks on Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00353EKR8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_xFh3xb9A9CMVD

Assuming you have Amazon these will almost certainly work for you.

https://www.amazon.com/Supermicro-Screw-Label-3-5-Inch-MCP-410-00005-0N/dp/B00353EKR8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1518225019&sr=8-1&keywords=3.5%22+drive+screws+supermicro

This worked on my SuperMicro CSE-847. The Sled slide right in. https://www.amazon.com/Supermicro-Screw-Label-3-5-Inch-MCP-410-00005-0N/dp/B00353EKR8?ref_=ast_bbp_dp

I assume he means this type of fan mount, It makes rattling fans a thing of the past

https://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Pieces-Rubber-Mounting-Screws/dp/B00H9905KA

Something like this should help, but they're kind of a pain to take off. Amazon link for reference, I don't know if these are a good brand or not.

https://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Pieces-Rubber-Mounting-Screws/dp/B00H9905KA

The rubber gaskets that go over the whole fan help, but you still get some vibration since the screws are still touching the fan and case.

You could use screws from the local hardware store but I recommend using rubber fasteners. The vibration resistance helps a bit with noise.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00H9905KA

This is the kit I bought: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UKPDHHI?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

Here's the item:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I4SOVDG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1IXZBb6GQDJWF

I don't know the measurements, but these are the type of screws you use:

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Replacement-Mounting-Screws-Standoff/dp/B00028CAIK/

The hardware usually comes with the case. If you don't have anything, you're going to need to buy screws. You can get that stuff on Amazon:

Screws: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00028CAIK/

Standoffs: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00213KL5I

Make sure you get the same thread. I recommend #6-32 since it's the typical US standard.

What are you mounting them to? There's screws like this that go through a panel and thread into the fans. I prefer using silicon mounts over those though. If they're being mounted on rads, 6-32 screws go through them and thread into the rad.

What size fan?

What case?

Which spot on said case?

Here are some screws I found are they the same?

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Mounting-Case-Fan-Screws/dp/B0002AFTD6

I was wondering the same thing myself. I ended up using motherboard standoff mounts (https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I) because I had them sitting around.

are you putting the motherboard standoffs in? They look something like this: https://www.amazon.com/6-32-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I

And would have come with your case. You have to put those in the screw holes in the case that line up with your motherboard first.

cant tell if your talking about the mobo scrws or these https://www.amazon.com/6-32-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I

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Pe langa astea poti sa cauti la un service IT din apropiere, oricum baietii aia sunt obisnuiti sa-ti trimta PC-ul cu 50% din suruburi.

In romana sunt folositi termenii de "distantier" sau "inaltator".

Just use these, m8. That way you can keep everything standard and not have to worry about it.

When you put the motherboard in the case, you put standoffs in the case before you screwed the motherboard in right? https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I

Those are some standoffs.

Here's an example of a case with dimples.

http://icrontic.com/uploads/features/2012/09/Cougar-Challenger-Review_20120918_0858DxO.jpg

Personally I recommend if you have dimples to put electrical tape over the dimples if you have them.

Can you provide a picture of the back of the mobo?? pic https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I. A mid tower with a more or less the same as a 144Hz monitor as well.

Uhhh. That is odd. You can contact the manufacturer and ask them if they normally just send out 3 standoffs with that model; or you can just buy some more since they're not too expensive. Either way I wouldn't want just three.

It could of been a mis-packing.

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1478663472&sr=8-2&keywords=standoff+screw+atx

You really need all 4.

Search for this part number from Supermicro: MCP-410-00005-0N They should be the same screws needed for dell caddies, assuming dell uses the same 6-32 flat head everyone else uses.

I just bought a few bags of the Supermicro screws off Amazon. They're like $7/100 and they work with everything I've ever tried them with.

These look like they'd work: http://smile.amazon.com/Supermicro-Screw-Label-3-5-Inch-MCP-410-00005-0N/dp/B00353EKR8?sa-no-redirect=1

I ordered these for my R510

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00353EKR8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Hmmmmm That might be a loose screw on the case bottom.

You need a pentalobe screw driver to tighten them.

https://www.amazon.com/HQMaster-5-Point-Pentalobe-Screwdriver-Macbook/dp/B009339VAA/

2.0 x 3mm (CM2x3-3.3).

https://www.amazon.com/Phillips-Alienware-keyboards-components-base-plastic/dp/B00BW3QQRA

I doubt Home Depot or Lowe's carry that type of screw.

You can [get](https://www.moddiy.com/categories/Screws-&-Bits/M2-%7c-2mm-Screws-(Notebook-Screws) them online though.

https://www.amazon.com/Phillips-Alienware-keyboards-components-base-plastic/dp/B00BW3QQRA/

Screw - https://smile.amazon.com/Phillips-Alienware-keyboards-components-base-plastic/dp/B00BW3QQRA

No idea on the heat shield though outside of going direct to dell.

edit - the screw is just a M2 x 3mm the fact that the link above mentions alienware is coincidence it was just the first link that came up

http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-2930387/ssd-screw.html

https://www.amazon.com/Phillips-Alienware-keyboards-components-base-plastic/dp/B00BW3QQRA

http://www.overclock.net/t/1512964/m-2-ssd-screw-size

Maybe drilling four holes and using a longer fastner+nut?

or: https://www.amazon.ca/Cosmos-Pieces-Rubber-Mounting-Screws/dp/B00H9905KA

Use some of these: https://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Pieces-Rubber-Mounting-Screws/dp/B00H9905KA

you can also get rubber stopper holders, which some people like for noise dampening.

Example:

https://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Pieces-Rubber-Mounting-Screws/dp/B00H9905KA

That way you don't have to worry about dicking with screw sizes.

http://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Pieces-Rubber-Mounting-Screws/dp/B00H9905KA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1452667138&sr=8-1&keywords=rubber+fan+mounts

The QBX manual leaves much to be desired.

The hardware (screws) provided seem like a grab bag and may not work too well.

A really great case for $50...but buy your own screws, thumb screws, etc. the bottom/floor screw holes for the 120mm fans just fall right out. These rubber fan mounts below work much better:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00H9905KA/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Again, the case is great. My problem with the ODD is that is seemed to fit snugly in the tray....but it could actually go further in, by about 1-inch. With the ODD in its tray further, the tray itself could be put back into the case and line up properly with existing screw holes.

Lots of cable management too. I would buy this case again, but wouldn't recommend for first time builders. Only fits 1 3.5" HDDdrive but 4 2.5" SSDs. It says the top of the case supports 2x120mm fans but given the power cable that connects to the power supply, YMMV. I put 1 120mm fan on the bottom and top. Rear and front both have 80mm fans.

I strongly recommend and SFX PSU like the SF600 and an ATX-to-SFX bracket. The extra space saved makes for a cleaner case.

Will post pics when my phanteks PWM hub comes in. I want to give fix up some cables.

Any questions, please ask.

Had the same issue, bought this ones and they worked perfect,

VMPVT-001-5 Mini - 5" Screw Extraction Pliers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LMMU2HG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9CZzCb58VBQWC

Also, I bought this screws to replace the damaged and have spare ones.

Mcsher 300pcs Laptop Notebook Screws Kit Set For IBM HP Dell Lenovo SAMSUNG Sony Toshiba Gateway https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011EFAB8K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VFZzCbNEBKWT6

http://www.amazon.com/Mcsher-Notebook-SAMSUNG-Toshiba-Gateway/dp/B011EFAB8K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449240327&sr=8-1&keywords=dell+computer+screws

That kit includes m2 screws in various sizes and is available with Prime shipping (at least in USA), I bought one a few weeks ago and it's been very helpful on micro builds.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B011EFAB8K/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Here you go. This thing contains every screw you could possibly need and more. Also I wouldn't recommend using Conductonaut. Liquid metal is extremely finicky and one mistake can mean a dead computer. If Kryonaut isn't doing a good enough job, most likely you didn't do a good job repasting or you didn't screw on the heatsink back on tight enough.

On the subject of stripped screws, if you are working on a screw and feel that the screw might start to strip, use AS MUCH DOWNWARD FORCE as you can to get it to turn in one try. If you keep twisting it over and over with moderate force, that'll just ruin the screw.

Here’s what I bought: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FTI8TM8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_hFl.BbZ6CDKGN

The top left slot (2x3) are the screws you’re after.

I was able to pick up a nice pack of M screws in varying sizes on amazon.

extractors: https://www.amazon.com/Alden-4507P-Grabit-Broken-Extractor/dp/B000Q60UOO

you can also do your best to cover the board and cut a flathead line as well.

generic laptop screw set: https://www.amazon.com/Notebook-Computer-Samsung-Toshiba-Gateway/dp/B01FTI8TM8/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_147_bs_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=QCJ4MGDE9ZZQKS5CPM84

Get this https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FTI8TM8/

It's $11, Prime eligible, and you'll have screws for most laptops in the house. You can check the HMM (here to figure out what size screw goes where. Says you need 2x5mm/M2X5 screws, which there are 50 of in the kit and they're extremely common among most non-Apple laptop brands.

The screws are "standard sizes" and this kit worked great for me for replacing any screws on my 17R4, even the ones that hold the main bottom plate on.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FTI8TM8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I use these and they work just fine and the black tops look nice as well. Also these are definitely better than the Dell versions and Dell themselves stripped out my screws during a repair. So after I got those out and replaced them with these no problems at all.

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FTI8TM8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Depends how long you're willing to wait or how much you want to spend. NZXT might be willing to hook you up with a screw set but you'll have to submit a ticket and see. You could buy just the specific size screws you're missing for cheap off Amazon or even a local hardware store. Personally, I'd just buy a kit like this, that way you'll have plenty of extra for future builds or if anything goes missing again.

your motherboard will probably not come with any mounting hardware. The case might have built in standoffs. Just if the case bubbles up where the screw holes are. the actual standoffs probably aren't required.

But you can find pc screw kits pretty easily. https://www.amazon.com/228pcs-Personal-Computer-Standoffs-Assortment/dp/B01I4SOVDG/

Those don't look right. Buy a kit like this. The one you are looking for has a rounded, circular head with a flange. Buying the kit will help in the future with other parts.

Oh, and this is by no means necessary because most cases and parts come with plenty of extra scews and stuff, but you can get a set of standard PC screws of different sizes for like ten bucks. Something like this. If you only build the PC and don't upgrade often or like to obsessively mess around with stuff like me, probably unnecessary, but it's come in useful occasionally.

You'll probably also want a small tube of high quality thermal past like Arctic Silver MX-4 or IC diamond. It will usually lower your CPU temperature a few degrees over what most coolers come with.

I have heard Fastenal recommended. Another solution that I've seen online, but can't verify will work for you, is this insanely overpriced kit from Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/GutsParker-M-2-Standoff-Screw-Drives/dp/B06XBG1783

if you have no other option, i would check a local computer shop first.

I must be doing something wrong - I have an asus mobo with the screw bracket in place but I don’t have any screws that will screw down into it to hold the drive in place.

Edit:

Ended up having to purchase this screw set

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XBG1783/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A27UYTJRJU7UWI&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/RION-TECH-Notebook-Computer-Samsung/dp/B072NZY69F/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1520217633&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=computer+screw+set&psc=1

Just tested on my GS65

An M2.5 x 6 should do the trick.

I have a set of small machine screws I got from amazon for these occasions.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072NZY69F/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Had to buy some a few months back myself. These worked for me. I think the size and thread count is standard.

Michaelia M.2 Standoff and Screw... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D6G9XXL?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Michaelia M.2 Standoff and Screw for M.2 Drives,Asus motherboard M.2 Screw + Hex Nut Stand Off Spacer(3 sets)+1 pcs screwdriver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D6G9XXL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_s8KRCbMKQFQNY

Like this?

No, the motherboard will not include the screws.

Search Amazon for Persoanl Computer Screw set kit. It will have standoffs, screws, etc. You can maybe order just the screws, but you may also need a few additional standoffs. So I recommend getting a inexpensive kit that will have an assortment of parts.

Edit: Something like this. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F71KFMQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_YzGOCbDY6QEZ0

The screws can be replaced but need to be special ordered, hardware stores don't usually carry screws that small.

If you want to take a risk on the strix missing a component, by all means, that is a great MOBO for 130. Just be aware you may need to buy something extra if the mobo is missing part.

I don't recall if it is or isn't... which is a shame I use Samsung M.2 drives all the time.

I will say this: They are VERY good drives, and the screw isn't expensive... in fact it's so inexpensive the cheapest kit I could find was 4 dollars and comes with 6 of them... and has the screwdriver you'll need for it included.

https://www.amazon.com/JkerTech-Mounting-Components-Gigabyte-Motherboard/dp/B07NZ32TRB

The "Insulation" gaskets are entirely optional. I used these things on all my old builds whenever a screw contacts the board. They prevent the screw from scratching the mounting hole... and again, entirely optional.

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Replacement-Mounting-Screws-Standoff/dp/B00028CAIK

Is something like this a standard screw for that?

Still looking for screw type as Dell parts department was useless today, and my order of these Screws from the Zon the thread distance was to far apart.

Case screws are pretty standard so these should work

I have the Focus G Mini - the front fans and fan bay on it are screwed in with threaded screws - I suspect this is what you have with the fan you'd like to move?

All the other fan bays are the more traditional type, where they're just holes basically, and you use a self-tapping screw that sticks in through the hole, and makes it's own thread in the plastic hole of the fan.

These, are an example of what you need:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/StarTech-com-Mounting-Case-Fan-Screws-Silver/dp/B0002AFTD6

It's not like they are expensive.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/Computers-Accessories/StarTech-com-Mounting-Case-Fan-Screws/B0002AFTD6

So I had a suspicion and it has been confirmed the Samsung SSD doesn't actually have any bloody cables with it, seems a bit silly but you need to buy them and some screws.

Screws | SATA 3 Cable | Molex to SATA power cable

These should be the screws.

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Mounting-Computer-4-Inches-Standoff/dp/B00032Q1J4/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1457559659&sr=1-1&keywords=motherboard+screws

However I worked at a Fry's for a few years in the components section and I gave a couple of sets of mobo screws from demo'd motherboards to some people out of kindness. You could ask someone there if they'd be willing to part with the screws to like, the cheapest, shittiest board they have on display.

This is assuming they don't sell the screws somewhere there now.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/StarTech-com-Mounting-Computer-Screws-Standoff/dp/B00032Q1J4

If you're not in the UK try your local Amazon and you will find them.

If you're using a toolless case, no screws required. If it's not toolless, the screws should have been provided when you bought the case.

Your case should have come with either standoffs that screw out like these. or your case will be built with screw standoffs punched into the frame like this!

I think you mean motherboard standoff. Did you forgot to use a paper [red] washer between the screw and motherboard?

Years ago I would cut out my own from expired credit cards

Can you take some pictures?

You should be able to at least boot with that PSU, as it appears to be a standard ATX power supply.

Some things to check:

• There should be 2 connections between the PSU and the mobo. A wide 24 (20+4) pin and a smaller 8 (4+4) pin plug.
  
  
• The CPU cooler/heatsink needs to be plugged into the mobo.
  
  
• Make sure that the PSU's switch is on, if it has one.
  
  
• Did you use mobo standoffs? This is very important. Some (usually cheaper) cases are designed to work without them, but they're fairly uncommon.

Things are are pretty standard so I think any old risers should do. Microcenter or your local PC store should have them. You can try these.

I've used something like these for a case mod before http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF

These?

http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I

Do you have pictures of the case without the board? Some cases have the standoffs pre-installed. The standoffs look something like this. They sit between the board and the case, then you use other screws to screw the board into the standoffs.

Prime95. It should at least point you in right direction.

EDIT: You could also try asking for diagnostics in some local computer shop. They'll check every part of your pc independently to be sure.
EDIT2: You have ATX mobo- do you have brass standoffs (https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I) for every hole? Check if screws aren't too tightly fit. I've read (when trying to fix my own BSODs) that these can cause every kind of problem. You could also try using PC without GPU for a while.

There's standoffs available on amazon for pretty cheap

enjoy

You can buy standoff screws off Amazon, I am not sure if they'll work for sure, but you could give it a try. (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00213KL5I/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_RIAevb1WZSPQ3)

Also, if it's only one, can you not just support the mobo while you plug your gpu in, and when you screw the gpu into its mount just let it hang, there should not be too much pressure on the mobo?

Well, you can buy them on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I

I think they're universal, but I'm not 100% sure on that.

Yeah

Supermicro Screw Bag and Label for 24x Hot swap 3.5-Inch HDD Tray Cable (MCP-410-00005-0N), 100 pcs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00353EKR8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_AhiizbGXHC3Y0


Not sure if they are universal but i had to buy some for me R710.

These should work for 2.5" drives (at least according to the info)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0038KU1YO/

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These are good for 3.5" drives

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00353EKR8/

I think this might be what you're looking for.

Yeah, they're both hardware stores. Is there anything special about the screws you need or are they just standard HDD screws? If just standard HDD screws, you can get them on Amazon

Okay sir, I'm home!

1x https://www.ebay.com/itm/Supermicro-X9DRi-LN4F-Dual-LGA2011-1-20-Support-E5-2600-v2-24x-Slot-DDR3-I-O/112742607987?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 for $275

2x https://www.ebay.com/itm/Supermicro-X9DRi-LN4F-Dual-LGA2011-1-20-Support-E5-2600-v2-24x-Slot-DDR3-I-O/112742607987?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 $70 apiece

2x https://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-32GB-kit-4x8gb-2Rx4-PC3L-10600R-DDR3-1333-ECC-Server-RAM/202255434298?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 $89 apiece - you could do 1x easily

1x https://www.ebay.com/itm/Supermicro-24-Bay-Chassis-SAS846TQ-SATA-Server-Intel-2x-2-4GHz-32GB-X8DTi-9650SE/152964486268?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 $219 + $89 shipping.

3x https://www.ebay.com/itm/Dell-PERC-H310-Adapter-8-Port-6Gb-s-SAS-RAID-Controller/183112116482?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 $27.50 apiece

3x https://www.ebay.com/itm/2x-Mini-12Gbps-SAS-SFF-8087-36Pin-to-4-SATA-7Pin-HDD-Hard-Drive-Splitter-Cable/401051944262?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 $12.90 apiece

1x https://www.ebay.com/itm/Supermicro-Power-Supply-PWS-920P-SQ-920W-1U-80-Platinum-Redundant-Server-Power/162967803163?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 $99 (what came with it was LOUD!)

2x https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06WRPFFJN/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $20 apiece (they went up, shop around)

1x https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NTUJG62/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $20.68 (stock was loud as hell!)

1x https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00353EKR8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $6.27 - screws for drive trays.

Total $1318 for a 16CPU core/32 core hyperthreaded server with 64gig of ECC ram capable of supporting 24 drives in bays and a few more inside if I was crazy. It "should" be quiet, I'll know when the new PSU shows up and can update but I've been informed by others.. Right now it's about 58db all from the PSU <ahem>.

If you were to just buy the chassis I did, the SAS cards, the fans, the heatsinks, the cables, and the PSU, you would be able to do this for about half what I did. It would be fewer cores and perhaps slower by some margin but for an unRAID box it would be damn nice with lots of room for drives. If you shop around you might even be able to do it cheaper than I did! I almost bought ten core CPU btw, they would've been another $140 together lol

Hope that helps, fire away with questions if you've got them. This is basically a /u/JDM_WAAAT system and I got plenty of advice from the Discord channel on it and from his Youtube videos.

From what you're describing, I would imagine this is fan related... Totally guessing of course, but I picture something trapped in the exhaust machinery which doesn't generate any noise when the fan is running fast enough, but "scrapes" just the right way when the fan is moving a bit slower.

If you've got a Pentalobe screwdriver, no harm in taking a peek inside just to make sure. I once had this happen to me. :P

You can remove the SSD from the 2010 air.

If you have anything you don't want some one seeing on it Spend the 7$ to crack it open so you can remove it. I don't think you could wipe it in target disk mode or anything.

But if you don't care just put it on ebay as broken with water damage and start the bid at 99¢

You probably don't need 24 of them but this seems to be the screw you need, M2x3mm

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BW3QQRA/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1KJUPQWUDCI3N&coliid=I25EX5L0KZXUX1

Could worth contacting ASRock and seeing if they will take pity on you and send you replacements, might get lucky.

Edit: and this might be the standoff
https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/wurth-electronics-inc/9774040243R/732-7090-1-ND/5320695

2.0 x 3mm (CM2x3-3.3)
https://www.amazon.com/Phillips-Alienware-keyboards-components-base-plastic/dp/B00BW3QQRA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1473791117&sr=8-2&keywords=m.2+screw

Here's a 24 pack on Amazon for $6

Just search around for "M2 x 3mm," that's the size you need.

I found this according to your description: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00BW3QQRA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_4RSyCbC2GH5BQ

I would ask Razer Support first if they will fit before ordering

Sorry for the late reply, an M2 3mm screw should work I think.

There's a 24 pack on amazon that worked for for some guy with a samsung ssd but 24 screws seems like a little too much

Just got the right ones in. You need M2X3L screws, specifically. If you just get the M2X3 screws, the head of the screw is too small to hold down the SSD in the bay.

Here's a link that is on my bag, though I ordered them through Amazon: www.laptopscrewsdirect.com

Here's the link I ordered from specifically: http://www.amazon.com/Phillips-Alienware-keyboards-components-base-plastic/dp/B00BW3QQRA/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1452962402&sr=1-1&keywords=m2x3l


They come from the UK, so if you're in the US like me, it took them 10 days to get here.

I could be the case vibrating because of the fans. Try turning the RPM down and see if it persists. I had a similar problem and I solved it by using rubber-thingys (these things) to mount the fans to the case.

Noctua fans (expensive) and some rubber dampers like these.

Cosmos ® 12 Pieces Black Rubber PC CPU/Case Fan Mounting Screws Rivets https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H9905KA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_nn4qxbQ5B4YCZ

I have the HAF XB EVO and it's nearly silent

They’re sold separately. Here’s an example. Make sure you get the longer versions since the Aer 2s have screw holes going through the body of the fans without gaps inbetween, so if you get short silicone screws they will be extremely hard to pull through since they’re soft silicone. I made the mistake of getting the short ones like this and I had to literally tie a string to it and pull it through the mounting holes, which took me about 45 min vs 45 seconds 😂

I just received some Cougar Vortex PWM 120mm fans. The web site indicated that they came with rubber pins for tool-less mounting and vibration reduction. But as luck would have it, when I opened the box, I only found steel screws. I'm trying to find some rubber pins, but I've never actually used them and don't know if I need something specific. Any advice?

There are these with a sort of long tail

And these, but I'm not sure if they'd work

https://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Pieces-Rubber-Mounting-Screws/dp/B00H9905KA

or just make sure your current screws are tight

or just get better fans

Good choice on the Meshify C, nothing wrong with prioritizing airflow. It still has the sound dampening foam on the rear panel and the metal drive cages with rubber mounts, so that is a fine compromise imo. You can use rubber mounts like these instead of screws for your case fans to isolate their vibration. Best of luck with the build!

You sure those are intended to have screws in them? It looks more like they intend you to use the rubber vibration dampening rivet things. Something like these.

https://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Pieces-Rubber-Mounting-Screws/dp/B00H9905KA

Use these, the way they work is you pull them into the fan and then pull them through the case so that center rubber circle is in between the fan and case. Should help reduce fan vibration.

http://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Pieces-Rubber-Mounting-Screws/dp/B00H9905KA

Not expensive, and not poop colored. Read the first review, if you're not familiar with using them in general.

If the case is vibrating from all the fans, that should help quite a lot.

If the fan frame, or case, are a bit thin, and they fit loose, you can get a more secure grip by using fiber washers to add thickness for the rubber mounts.

http://www.amazon.com/Bplus-100pcs-Motherboard-Insulating-Washers/dp/B00JE61OZG

If the fans are buffeting more than vibrating the case, though, you need to either get things in the way (like cable bundles) out of the way, or get fans made for higher static pressure.

I've been thoroughly impressed by the Corsair fans I purchased (2x 2pack of 120mm ML), and therefore I don't hesitate to recommend Corsair for CPU cooling as well. I'd suggest this one: https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Hydro-Performance-Liquid-Cooler/dp/B00FZHWFEW/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1505845460&sr=1-3&keywords=corsair%2Bcpu%2Bcooler&th=1

Comes w/ dual fans out of the box so you don't have to use miss matched fans for the sandwich, but the sandwich does make a difference. You'll be cool as ice w/ this, but you'll also likely need to remove the bracket that holds the fan in currently depending on how it's set up now. Also, it can be a little difficult screwing through the mesh cage @ the top of the unit, and I've found that the rubber attachments: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H9905KA/ref=psdc_3012917011_t1_B01M4LVBY2

...work very nice. I don't believe they come w/ the Corsair cooler, however there should be some in your stock PC case fan you could use as you won't be using the top fan anymore if you purchase this cooler.


Whatever you end up getting just keep in mind that fan size is 120mm.

Personally I have a liquid cooler on my GPU, and was able to somehow get it up to the top. Just saying I have some experience on the matter w/ the same unit.

https://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Pieces-Rubber-Mounting-Screws/dp/B00H9905KA/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=case+fan+screws&qid=1556581848&s=electronics&sr=1-6

Or

https://www.amazon.com/Black-Computer-Case-Screws-Pack/dp/B00785I5ZM/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=case+fan+screws&qid=1556581848&s=electronics&sr=1-5

Either of these should do just fine!

Non-mobile: These

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These

They're pieces of rubber or silicone that replace the fan screws, and prevent the transmission of vibrations. (They also make adding and removing fans toolless!)

It is an old case and was a custom PC I bought from a builder originally and maybe the old motherboard didn't need the standoffs in a part where I am missing now because the old motherboard was smaller.

Basically, I can't get the motherboard sitting at an even height because the case has no standoffs in the lower parts of the motherboard so it is kind of just "hanging there" while the other parts of it are screwed in.

Can I buy standoffs and add them in the places they are missing?

Like if I bought this:
https://www.amazon.com/Screw-134pcs-Assembling-Computer-Case/dp/B00UKPDHHI/ref=pd_sim_147_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00UKPDHHI&pd_rd_r=Z88CQ88SC5RHPTZFCPR4&pd_rd_w=vtOeD&pd_rd_wg=qZHkP&psc=1&refRID=Z88CQ88SC5RHPTZFCPR4

You can get kits with an assortment of computer screws that include them: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UKPDHHI

Pretty sure it's a M2X3 size. I would check local hardware stores first if not https://smile.amazon.com/Mcsher-Notebook-SAMSUNG-Toshiba-Gateway/dp/B011EFAB8K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1466024440&sr=8-1&keywords=M2X3 may be your best bet.

I would research more on the exact size first. Best of luck to you

Not sure specifically. I’d recommend getting one of these and keep it. Will have every laptop screw you’ll need for future. I have this kit and like it.

Mcsher 300pcs Laptop Notebook Screws Kit Set For IBM HP Dell Lenovo SAMSUNG Sony Toshiba Gateway https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011EFAB8K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_IqE8Bb3N28FE7

Totally feel ya, these are some very soft screws. It sucks to have to do this but if you've exhausted the top three tricks for getting screws out you might have to dremel them out with a cutting disk.

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I bought $30 worth of tools and screws to do this and it's easy if you have steady hands, like the kind you get from handling tiny screws for a day ;) . Just cut a slot straight across the screw and then use a slotted (flat) screwdriver to take it out. I had to do a little damage to get a deep enough cut on the screw - here's the result with new screw - https://imgur.com/pqDU519

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This is all I used

Rotary Tool - This came with cut-off disks that worked on the stripped soft screws.

Screws - These replacement screws had all 3 of the right sizes for my XPS 15 9570, I suspect they will fit the XPS 13 but please check first. These screws are Phillips head and none have stripped on me in the last year.

https://www.amazon.com/CO-RODE-Notebook-Computer-Samsung/dp/B01FTI8TM8

have you ever tried google? cool thing you can look up things.

Gotcha. Felt like I was readying arabic there trying to figure out what the 19DY9 Torx SCREW,M2x3L,3.6D,0.4T,Black, Base -> Palmrest meant.

thanks man, I ordered one of these to have some spares https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FTI8TM8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I bought https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FTI8TM8 thinking it would work but 2mm seems too small, they slip right in and 2.5mm are too large to fit

228pcs Personal Computer Screws & Standoffs Set Assortment Kit for Mother Board https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I4SOVDG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_NxbPDbVVJHCNJ

More than you need for this but definitely would help in the future too

Save yourself a lot of headaches now and in the future by buying this

228pcs Personal Computer Screws & Standoffs Set Assortment Kit for Mother Board https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I4SOVDG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5niaBbVQ3NK0P

It will have everything you may ever need for $10

You can find some spare standoffs from sites like eBay and Amazon. I bought a screw set that included plenty of motherboard standoffs when I upgraded a prebuilt from mATX to full ATX (ASUS Prime B350-M CSM to MSI X470 Gaming Pro Carbon). I have the set I bought from Amazon a while back in 2017 listed below. It doesn't come with colored motherboard screws, but it gets the job done.

Site

It should come with everything you need. The screws are included with the case. You can buy kits on amazon though that have a bunch of extra.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I4SOVDG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Bought one of those recently, worked pretty well, but you should get everything you need.

On your build it looks pretty good, might consider getting the i5-7500 instead, it is a tad bit faster and $15 more.

Also if you aren't purchasing this thing literally right away you might be best waiting for Ryzen in 2 weeks. They will be selling i7 class processors at i5 prices if all the leaks are true. Intel will likely need to adjust and even if you go with that build it will be cheaper in 2-3 weeks. Up to you. I wouldn't expect any major changes in speed from AMD, but most likely a big shake up in cost that will beneficial.

It was not hard to build the mobo into the case, just keep on top of your cable management. If you can, remove the HD sled first (unless of course you need it). All the screws come with the products that I purchased, yes. Be careful about stripping screws, just use the proper driver (no power!). I believe I have 8 standoffs mounted + 1 nub that comes pre-attached to the case. I probably watched ALL the youtube videos, lol. https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=fractal+meshify+c+build

Things I made sure I had for my build before all my parts showed up.

1. Anti Static wristband
   
   
2. Computer screw set I did end up stripping a screw or two and had to replace them from here.
   
   
3. Nice microfiber cloth for the tempered glass leave the plastic on the glass during the build, it will get loaded with finger prints.
   
   
4. Screwdriver set you probably already have this, I just wanted magnetic ones.
   
   
5. Fine screwdriver I used this A LOT.
   
   
6. Magnetic screw tray
   
   I got most of these items as a tip from a youtube video but I can not find it at the moment. Yeah, definitely let me know if you need help with anything or just want me to show you "how I did it". The manual for the mother board has the header LEDs defined on there, there is one dead spot (no pin) in the top right, obviously dont use that one but also don't use the one below it even though its labeled ground for the reset button (thats the only issue I had).

Here you go

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XBG1783/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_CjolDb00GKGN2

Maybe these ones will work for you https://www.amazon.com/GutsParker-M-2-Standoff-Screw-Drives/dp/B06XBG1783

Here you go: https://www.amazon.com/GutsParker-M-2-Standoff-Screw-Drives/dp/B06XBG1783

The screws you need should have came with the motherboard. I have the same motherboard and installed an NVMe SSD in the M.2 slot, and cloned to the drive from a 2.5" SSD no problem. After that, I had moved all of my data from 2 HDDs to 2 SSDs.
I currently have an NVMe SSD, and 2 x 1TB SSDs running on the ASUS Z170A

Link to the standoff and screw here
https://www.amazon.com/GutsParker-M-2-Standoff-and-Screw/dp/B06XBG1783/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1491167399&sr=8-4&keywords=m.2+standoff

So the threads are broken off in the standoff? Is the standoff removable? Amazon sells replacement standoffs, so you would just need to disassemble (unless you can access the retention screw for the standoff from behind the motherboard), remove the retention screw and the stand off to replace with new, and don't crank down on standoff screws. A half-full turn past finger tight should be plenty to keep pressure on the PCB. Unless your machine is sitting on top of a paint mixer or in a tub of neck massage devices, I can't think of any reason it would back out.

EDIT - Forgot the Amazon link.

I'm not sure if there is a standard standoff height, but $7 for two tiny screws is robbery.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XBG1783/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A27UYTJRJU7UWI&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/RION-TECH-Notebook-Computer-Samsung/dp/B072NZY69F/ref=pd_sbs_60_4?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B072NZY69F&pd_rd_r=XWDHS6N46DBX4AJEFHCX&pd_rd_w=SDRf8&pd_rd_wg=qvLHL&psc=1&refRID=XWDHS6N46DBX4AJEFHCX

Same-ish price as another poster, but it comes with a variety of other laptop screws.

You can still open a repair shop, just with more screw variety ;)

Thanks. :)

Also I bring my laptop with me to and from work everyday. And I had 2 stripd screws from my first paste... but I bought these and replace this go around. :)


https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B072NZY69F?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Just buy it from Amazon

M2X3-3.3 screw

https://www.moddiy.com/products/M2.0-x-3mm-Black-Screws-%28CM2X3%252d3.3%29.html

is the hex nut standoff preinstalled? if not you'll need that too.

https://www.amazon.com/Kalanution-Standoff-Drives-motherboard-screwdriver/dp/B07BN6SMTX

I've ordered off amazon, I thought this one would be the right one but it would appear they were too small

Check this out and you can see what the standoff in screws look like https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07D6G9XXL/

just buy some off amazon or something...

I would never use anything but the proper screws as you could damage the motherboard.

Just type " pc screws " into amazon - so cheap

https://www.amazon.com/Sutemribor-Personal-Computer-Standoffs-Motherboard/dp/B07F71KFMQ/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=pc+screws&qid=1568762186&s=gateway&sr=8-3

1. Replacement screws - Sometimes you lose a screw, sometimes they ship mis-manufactured junk screws, and sometimes there just aren't enough. Having extras is almost always useful.
   
2. Spare HDMI or DisplayPort cable - Not all monitors come with a cable, or the cable they come with won't run at high resolution without causing screen artifacts.
   
3. Anti-static mat and strap - Many people will tell you you don't need this, and you might not. But I do recommend it for most people. The alternate is to constantly ground to the chassis before reaching inside for anything. You are trying to equalize your electrical potential to the system ground. Having the mat and strap means you don't forget or make a mistake.
   
4. Tools/Toolkit - Seems simple but I have been people with a butter knife try to build computers. If you are building just a standard computer you don't need much, but make sure you have a #1 phillips screwdriver and a #2.5 flathead screwdriver at minimum.
   
5. Thermal paste - Most coolers come with paste in the box or pre-applied. If you aren't sure you can get a cheap tube like I have linked for a few bucks so you can at least get your build complete. Then you can figure out if you want to strive for a few degrees less later.
   
   I am sure am missing a few things, but this is a decent starting point and should get your first computer built. The extra fans, mounts, tools, etc can be bought later if you decide you are going to be doing this more than once.

> The case did not include any screws for installing the motherboard.

You sure? Basically every case I've ever seen includes some. It usually either comes in the form of a bag taped inside the case, or a bag included in a box along with some spare slot covers.

If it truly didn't come with them, you can get a set like this which is helpfully organized and you can start building a proper Technician's toolset. :)

Look up the size of the screw and you can order them on amazon. I had to do it when I did the same thing. forgot the size needed but google it.

Edit: here is a link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GN8QHD6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_QqErDb2QKWSC8

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GN8QHD6

Then were gunna need a pic of the M.2 slots with the heatsink removed. otherwise you will have to grab some screws:

Worst case you buy a standoff kit for under $7 if it is Asus or Gigabyte https://www.amazon.com/MICRO-CONNECTORS-Mounting-Components-L02-M2S-KIT/dp/B07GN8QHD6/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3MXMXHE5PGK8W&keywords=nvme+standoff&qid=1568912434&s=gateway&sprefix=nvme+stand%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-3#customerReviews

I bought this kit off amazon, just FYI. amazon link

This will work ?
Micro Connectors M.2 SSD Mounting Screws Kit Components Other (L02-M2S-KIT) https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07GN8QHD6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_P312CbK1D00KF

MICRO CONNECTORS M.2 SSD Mounting... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GN8QHD6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Recently bought these and they worked fine for my atx mobo

I’m pretty sure you don’t need a stand-off and your mobo has it already.

MICRO CONNECTORS M.2 SSD Mounting Screws Kit for ASUS Motherboards (L02-M2S-KIT) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GN8QHD6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_DOQLDbBK5Q7MF

You need 1 SATA cable per drive. 3 drives = 3 cables.

If you are running an M2 drive, you don't need any cables for that, since it plugs directly into the motherboard.

You can just find an IO shield online, here is one on ebay: https://www.ebay.com/itm/I-O-Shield-only-ASUS-TUF-X299-Mark-1-LGA2066-DDR4-M-2-USB-3-1-DUAL-LAN-X299-ATX-/372621731038

You can also get m.2 screw kits pretty easily as well: https://www.amazon.com/MICRO-CONNECTORS-Mounting-Components-L02-M2S-KIT/dp/B07GN8QHD6

I’d forgotten to follow up on this. I went with MICRO CONNECTORS M.2 SSD Mounting... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GN8QHD6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share and that did the trick entirely. Now seeing every so often the computer needing to restart after “something went wrong” message. Don’t think they’re related but having a friend help me decipher things.

Here

Cheapest I could find on Amazon. You'll have 6 of them to lose :D

Some one gave me a link here: https://www.amazon.com/SGTKJSJS-M-2-Screw-NVMe-Mounting/dp/B07Q3DLCJ4

https://www.amazon.com/SGTKJSJS-M-2-Screw-NVMe-Mounting/dp/B07Q3DLCJ4/ref=asc_df_B07Q3DLCJ4/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=366289581070&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14901602279872432226&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011831&hvtargid=pla-817792029339&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=71490160010&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=366289581070&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14901602279872432226&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011831&hvtargid=pla-817792029339

take pictures please.

did you install the motherboard standoffs? This exact thing happened to me when I did my first PC build 20 years ago

https://www.amazon.com/6-32-Brass-Motherboard-Standoffs-Computer/dp/B00213KL5I

:/

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00213KL5I/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new