What could go wrong?

So, you might wonder what could possibly go wrong, if you started to connect something wrong and turned on the computer. Well, there are a few things that could possibly go wrong, but if you follow these directions, then nothing bad should happen. If you plug in the power cord to your motherboard backwards, you have the possibility to destroy your motherboard, which could end up costing you about $65. Also note that when reading any motherboard tutorials online, all motherboards are different and they have different types of connections on them, so pay attention to the compatibility when purchasing any parts. Anyways, to not connect your motherboard power cord backwards, pay attention to the pins and make sure they line up. On the motherboards that I have connected, there is a plastic button that you have to push down on in order to allow the connection to even happen. DO NOT FORCE IT. If it will not go, you might have a compatibility issue or you are putting it in backwards. If either of these are the issue, then you might have to make a new motherboard purchase in the near future. Another possible expensive mistake that can easily be made is when you connect the processor to the motherboard. Again, note that the processor and motherboard are both compatible with each other, buy you have to connect the processor the correct way. On this connection, you will note that if you have everything connected, and you start to push down on the lock, it should make a cracking noise. This noise can be alarming at first, but it is common. The only way you will be able to truly tell if it works is once you turn it on…but if the processor fits right, then you probably did it the correct way. These are the two biggest issues when connecting things to your motherboard.