Detailed PC wiring guide - everything you need to know

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

If you get stuck I also have a few other guides on specific things that might be useful and worth watching: Common Mistakes You Might be Making with Your PC Fan Setup! PC airflow tips and tricks kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4GsfqlpZbumadk Are you making these mistakes with your RAM? kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJa4mICFebSZhdE Avoid these problems with your all in one CPU cooler kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIfOf2uanqd8d6c Don't make these mistakes with your NVMe SSD installation - NVMe tips and tricks kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJu2n2lqq82SjM0 Where should you put your AIO radiator? kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4LGqox-fNl0qNU How to choose the right PSU (which Power Supply Unit you need and how to install it) kzbin.info/www/bejne/mn_WlomuptaUqJI Push Pull mistakes to avoid with all in one coolers kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZikaGSte554rcU NZXT USB Hub Please note links listed here include affiliate links which may earn me a commission. Find out more below.*: Amazon US - amzn.to/3IMCCCj NewEgg - newegg.io/nc03c66b46 Amazon UK - amzn.to/42hZHE4 Amazon FR - amzn.to/3os9xp1 Amazon IT - amzn.to/3MChjVl Amazon DE - amzn.to/43qswPq Amazon CA - amzn.to/43xLyDH

[@rpohalloran]

Finally someone willing to go over the wiring instead of blowing though the video to show off their free build. Thank you for taking the time to explain the things the manufacturers don’t.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I always try to go into a lot of detail. So subscribe for more.

[@vincentperiolat4610]

So true!

[@Selftaught]

This is helpful.

[@CarsByJosh]

I'm currently building my first PC. You just helped me to get everything done easily. Thank you for your detailed video!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad to help! Take a look at this playlist and you might find some other useful tips! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3Osln6gh7lmqKs

[@G-flo]

Very timely for new beginners building their very own first pc. While I was able to get by with the simplest or basic stuff from videos during my first build-when it comes to plugging in connectors, you need only rely on the manuals that come with your components. And I'm sure many will be able to get it right the first time just by doing that.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thank you

[@ronpost587]

Incredible presentation. The way you showed the wiring process both outside and inside the case really made it clear. Don’t know if I’ll attempt to build my next computer myself, but it’s still great to see how it’s done.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks! It's fun to do, you should try

[@MrVoayer]

Fairly detailed instruction video that demands some hands on experience to get acqainted with all the various cables and connectors. This video shall remain a reference point in the case we get stuck ! Valuable and helpful !!!

[@therealsaltyfish]

Quality instruction, helped a lot.

[@OkayOkOkae]

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! I have reviewed SO MUCH content over the last 24 hours, all of which wasn't helpful in describing PC cable installation. It was either an overview of their favorite PC parts, or a video to share their knowledge with no context or instructions. None of which is really helpful to new builders. Thank you so much for taking the time to create quality content.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad it helped! I've got lots of other videos like this that might be useful to you as well.

[@tankieboy2]

Just wanted to say thankyou. I just build my first PC and had no idea you can split the MB power cable! You also gave me confidence to split my Arctic III AIO. I had it previously installed with the single cable.

[@jmarcossuazo3490]

Dear friend I had more than 10 years that did not assemble a PC and thanks to your channel and the quality of content you have I have been able to do it perfectly. For work reasons I have used the last few years laptops and despite being high-end, once you return to the desktop station you realize the big difference ..., congratulations and keep it up.

[@sethblue5030]

I'm beyond glad I stumped your channel. I'm currently working on my first build ever. Needless to say there's a lot to learn. You're really coming in clutch with the videos!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad to help!

[@Platinum199]

This is a video I’m going to rewatch a lot

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Hope it helps.

[@Platinum199]

@@TheProvokedPrawnI’m at that dreaded day almost done assembling my first build up to the cabling. Using your video for help

[@Platinum199]

@@TheProvokedPrawn it helped a lot, got my first ever build all running and it is a beast. Appreciate your videos a lot

[@David-jq7wr]

Bought my own parts for a new PC build because my current one is massively outdated and found your channel and have been watching your videos. Watching the entire playlist and im hoping by the end of it building my new PC will be a massive breeze. Love your work keep it up.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Hopefully it will be easy

[@HarryAyA]

Honestly, the exact video I've been needing. At the perfect timing too.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad to be useful!

[@stuie2k1]

Really handy video. Very detailed. Doing my first build today so this is much appreciated, thanks!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thank you

[@the.poptart.princess]

If I could like this video more than once I would. THANK YOU, between this video and the power supply cable breakdown you've really helped me as a first time builder. This is SO clear/ I love the out of case mobo view.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thank you. I've also got a playlist that you might find useful with other similar videos How to build a gaming PC: kzbin.info/aero/PLlRFhsGPgCG9yKCHtL2_UnwSGitMqao5z

[@MsGhoulz]

Freakin hate the case front panel connectors.

[@praseodi]

fr it took me like 15 mins bc mine arent the block its seperate parts to stick them in

[@loudtwinkiesxd98]

​@praseodi seriously tho. just upgraded my case and it was so tedious. Specially the single cable ones they spin around on the connector and makes it hard to push in place and flush with the Power and reset connectors

[@entityytk]

@@loudtwinkiesxd98can u help me lol I put mine in and it was all spinning but my led wasn’t lighting up then when I plugged in my led it won’t turn on now 😂

[@kassivlasakakis6657]

That what I’m saying

[@Zebiven]

L

[@Ttblondey]

Very detailed explanation. Thanks. Modern PSU is so much easier than decades ago which doesn't have any identification at the PSU and the cables.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks for your support.👍🦐

[@Echo-uo2uc]

Well I somehow managed to get one that doesn't have any identification on them :) it's been 7 hours since I started building this :)))

[@Platinum199]

@@Echo-uo2ucdamn how did you go?

[@vincentperiolat4610]

Ive been looking for a video just like this, thank you!! Clear explanation of the what/where/why on each cable, great visuals (inside and out of the case), AND examples from a few different motherboard brands! Im only half as terrified to do the motherboard swap that I need to today!! 😬

[@AsadKhan-qr7sq]

Thank you for the really helpful video. I wanted to know about the Power button cable, restart cable and those single cables because I pulled them out from my PC and didn't know how to connect them correctly 😅. Thanks for the complete video

[@HenryDiego-yq5es]

Thank you I am building my first PC and was a tad confused but your video helped clear a ton of my questions! Keep up the great work!

[@nasastar]

I've been watching so many of these videos and ngl, it's daunting. I'm so glad your video popped up on my feed. Your slow and clear explanations really help for a first time (soon to be) builder like myself. Thank you so much for your detailed explanations without rushing through it :)

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad you liked it. I've also got a playlist with similar videos that might help in this playlist - How to build a gaming PC: kzbin.info/aero/PLlRFhsGPgCG9yKCHtL2_UnwSGitMqao5z

[@gregymcfarland1916]

I was about to give up on my build until I stumbled across this vid. Keep up the great work😇

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad I could help. Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe 🦐

[@mikehank2896]

question, at 4:32, isn't power swithc suppose to be on top and reset on bottom? not trying to be an "umm actually guy", genuine question cause im trying to follow it with what you did for HDD LED and Power LED

[@markchristmas6950]

Excellent tutorial which helped us resolve the powering up problem.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

@@markchristmas6950 👍🏼

[@dawson5962]

I would like to say thank you for your videos. It helped me a lot builing my first PC! You metioned everything I was confused about.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks for taking the time to say this. I appreciate it

[@liameyles1450]

thank you so much I've been wanting to build my own system this has been the biggest put off i will defiantly be coming back to this for reference truly thank you again you're a legend

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad to help.

[@louiienation8497]

This is soo helpful!! I can’t thank you enough!!! God bless your soul man! I’m very confident putting together my first PC now.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Best of luck! Thanks for watching. Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe 🦐

[@FerraTorres]

The moment I heard "Hellooww" I fell in love with your voice.. I really liked how you explain everything in detail, another subcriber here!! 🙃

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks! Glad to help 👍🏼❤️

[@Boaz-u1u]

Thank you very much for doing this video! I watched two other "detailed" videos similar to this and thought I had it all. However, there were 2 very crucial details you pointed out on your video that I had not done, which were not mentioned on any other videos I've watched! Thank you very much for providing this guide and being who you are in it! Also, Happy Easter! :D

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad it was helpful! Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe

[@tbanger9153]

your videos are awesome im about to build my first pc and this has helped explain alot wish me luck thanks

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Excellent stuff. Good luck

[@bazza280978]

Excellent content, made life simple for me on my first build. much appreciated :)

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad to help. Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe 🦐 I've also got build playlists.

[@The_Chxmist]

Glad you updated the last video that didn’t have the f panel things separately

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

👍

[@dennispalacio6317]

Just saw your video and thank you for explaining, for newbie like me, it helps a lot.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Pm_Aaron]

This what I've been looking for. And such a detailed presentation is absolutely amazing. Thank you good sir 🙏 👏

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks for watching. Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe 🦐

[@vino2476]

Why am I getting recomended this a day after I buit my pc, hope more people see this, I wish I had this info

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Subscribe so you get the tips first 👍🏼🦐

[@cesarango01]

Was it me, or did he connect the reset and pwr incorrectly?

[@athwlg]

Yea I think he did

[@MM-ig1iv]

Seems simple enough? For someone like me that's about to attempt his first real pc build. This was much appreciated, and I feel a lot more confident. I'll be dealing with the "4070 super" using that 12v cable so I needed to be clear about that.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Yeah it is. Here's a playlist that might help though - How to build a gaming PC: kzbin.info/aero/PLlRFhsGPgCG9yKCHtL2_UnwSGitMqao5z

[@rallyscoot]

Wow that all in one F-panel connector is much better.. Think going to modify my cases too.. Just one plug and done.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Yeah it should be the standard

[@iDunnoMan9000]

Plugging all the cables into the PSU before you install it is SUCH A GOOD SHOUT! I did not do this on my first build and God I wish I did! XD

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Yeah it really helps

[@liamjr92]

Very handy video for new builders keep up the great work

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Perfect timing

[@kangelane]

Thank you for clearing motherboard and case front panel IO connection, its was useful

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad it helped. You might find some other useful tips here - How to build a gaming PC: kzbin.info/aero/PLlRFhsGPgCG9yKCHtL2_UnwSGitMqao5z

[@darrenbyrne5345]

Just ordered all the parts I need to build my first PC..I'll be using this video.... Wish me luck I'm a PC noob 😅

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Good luck. I have plenty of other videos that might be useful too 👍

[@infamouschimken6084]

Thaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaank you so much. I'm building my first pc and I'm worrying where all the wires go. Your video is very helpful.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad I could help

[@Rexxark1ng]

Just amazing videos man. Exactly what I was looking for, and that too on the same mobo. Hats off to the lovely prawn 🎉

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks! Glad to help you out

[@biskwietje]

Great vid nonetheless, but at 4.30 did you put the Power SW on the Reset connection, and the Reset plug on the Power SW connection? ;)

[@danielflores4821]

Make sure you always use the power cords that come with you PSU. If you change your PSU you will have to change all the cables to match your new one.

[@damienreilly4347]

Thanks for making this video mate, life saver, felt a bit overwelmed by it all

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

No worries. Glad to help out!

[@asadiabasi9297]

i love this channel, best guide for biggener . thanks

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thank you. If you like that you might like this too - How to build a gaming PC: kzbin.info/aero/PLlRFhsGPgCG9yKCHtL2_UnwSGitMqao5z

[@paollamota]

Great video! Well explained and easy to understand!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks. Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe 🦐

[@OfficialCLANK]

Thanks big time, you saved me $200 ❤

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad to help

[@robicobi24]

When I built my PC almost a year ago I used the pig tail connectors on the GPU without thinking too much about it. Recently I learnt that that little mistake was the reason I kept getting game crashes and my GPU completely shutting down without apparent reason. Also the PSU was kind of shitty but the cables also didn't help. Almost burnt my 3070 Ti because of a bad PSU. Always buy good PSUs and connect them the best possible way

[@ThomasPancoast]

Your previous video was super helpful! This one is probably even better, but it's too late. 😊

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

sorry!

[@ThomasPancoast]

@@TheProvokedPrawn, I didn't mean it like that! It's been over 20 years since I built a PC and your video helped a lot! Nearly every connector is different from what I was used to. (They did throw in some of the old style power connectors just to comfort me, but I didn't use them) I just didn't notice that you had a newer video until after my build was done. (I'm typing this on the new PC)

[@Wyswietlacz]

Thanks, you really helped me!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad I could help! You might find this playlist useful too - How to build a gaming PC: kzbin.info/aero/PLlRFhsGPgCG9yKCHtL2_UnwSGitMqao5z

[@rogeriojr3079]

Helps me a lot bro thx, i didn't find a video in ptbr like this.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

This might help too kzbin.info/www/bejne/roWWZ3x6iLZ1jpY

[@yougotfelted8297]

Dude this is by far the best guide on youtube.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thank you. If you liked it you might like this too - How to build a gaming PC: kzbin.info/aero/PLlRFhsGPgCG9yKCHtL2_UnwSGitMqao5z

[@Viren21]

building the pc is easy just watching the videos makes me confident but for the actual pc cables that always makes me terrified since idk where to connect them

[@RickRidiidir]

TYSM. BRO UR THE ONLY VID THAT ACTUSKKY MADE SINCE U JUST GOT A SUSCRIBER😁😁😁

[@BaNjY3]

best tutorial ever

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad you liked it. Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe 🦐

[@Inacoma84]

Awesome vids keep them coming When will you be showing us the new Corsair Link set up

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

It just arrived this week. I'm hoping late next week. Lots to do but I will get to it soon :)

[@esco136]

thank you so much this video helps me put it together.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad it helped! Hope you enjoyed enough to sub

[@PurpleHonee]

This absolutely fantastic. Only thing we got confused on was our gpu.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad to help

[@fatboy6154]

If u have a 6 pin and 8 pin gou would it be best to use two separate cables

[@adrians4463]

How do I get another pcie cable if I need three cables and the power supply only came with 2

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Check if the brand that sells the PSU also sells extra cables. Corsair certainly does.

[@OGruurd]

New sub, nicely detailed examples. Your voice is also awesome. Cheers

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks and welcome

[@taotechtao]

I don't miss the f_panel connections all being separate tiny plugs!

[@Chungo0825]

Wait your able to connect the power sw to the reset sw pins?

[@craigwilson1689]

Very helpful, love your videos love the step by step so helpful.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks so much!

[@jhonmedico2133]

At 4:30, didn't you put the "Power SW" in the slots for the "Reset SW"?

[@nyxetera]

@3:46 How do you find this adaptor you speak of? Not sure what it would be called but my case wiring looks just like the one in this video

[@aaparky7039]

Top notch again. By the way do you captain the Aberdeen to Heathrow flight? You sound exactly like him. What gate we arriving at matey?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Hahaha. No. Imagine that. Pilot by day, Prawn by night.

[@tonistarks2874]

Thank u, needed this!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad to help

[@danielmendez2646]

You always making the best videos

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks Daniel.

[@ttakey0073]

Muchas gracias! 🙏 me ha ayudado mucho! Es mi primera vez armando mi primera Gaming Pc! Thanks

[@chulalachannel]

thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! you are COMPUTER SAINT

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad to help

[@tylersmith9868]

Great video man

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks for watching. Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe 🦐

[@veasnasay6026]

Thank you for the detailed video. Cheers

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@herrkommandant9900]

This guide is a lot more helpful but I do have one question, I'm new to PC buying and my power supply comes with two 8 pin 6 + 2 connectors however one is a pigtail, the graphics card has two 8 pin slots so do I just use the one pigtail or use two separate connections and just zip tie the unused connection down? If it helps my power supply is the MSI MAG 750GL and the GPU is an AMD RX 6800 XT.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

This might help kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpfUepmKZ9SnaJI But generally it's best to use two cables

[@afkscorpiox]

Did you just connect the power switch on the reset pins at 4:32 ? Sorry for me it is the most complicated part and now I'm super confused haha

[@Traci_S_Aaron]

What about the thunderbolt header connector? How can it be utilized?

[@Ainttallalilbit]

I just built my pc but nothing Is powering on. I have the power sw, reset switch, pled + and - in the correct slots per manual. But nothing is working

[@JDaMac48]

Brilliant simply brilliant!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad you liked it!

[@KnoXevity]

Great video! Helped me a ton.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad it helped! Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe 🦐

[@mytime2016]

Best videos have seen

[@deplan9075]

Hello i have corsair 7000d airflow it has 2 usb a but my motherboard is asus rog strix x670e-e it has only 1 usb a. How can i connect the second one.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

You need something like this amzn.to/3NFeUK4

[@deplan9075]

Thank you

[@BrunoRodrigues-vy4qu]

4:30 did you connect the power sw to the wrong slot or it is supposed to be there? On the motherboard the power sw shouldn't be on top instead of bottom?

[@allcore5172]

Thank you for you video man it greatly helped. Moving on to the Corsair wiring one now. I also wasn’t aware that nzxt sold motherboards I’ve seen 50/50 reviews on their products so I’m afraid to buy them. How is the board?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks for watching..hope I'm helping! NZXT's boards are based on Asrock stuff from what I gather and they've been perfectly fine from what I've seen. Cheap and cheerful but no problems

[@immagoat8696]

I have a phanteks NV9 case with their own D-RGB controller. You can control all the RGB fans on the case with a button. I prefer that so I don’t have to install and manage another RGB software. My question is: do I have to run a cable from the controller to the MB is this specific scenario? Again I do not want my MB to control the RGB on the fans. I have all the fans/case lighting ran to the hub and SATA power to the PSU. Is that all I need to do in my system?

[@Sezai001]

Çok iyi ve gereki bir rehber olmuş.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Çok naziksiniz. Teşekkür ederim.

[@Brigand17]

Piershoe: Connected. Life: A lot easier.

[@joshg8089]

Thank you 🙏

[@AvengedSevend250]

Gracias por ayudarme a armar mi primera pc ❤

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad to help!

[@BelDawson]

I just bought my new motherboard cpu snd fan, ram it those fiddly power switch and pled, think i got them right. It wont power on though, it flickers a light then nothing. Lights on MB light up for HDD, checked psu seperate that lights up and fan works, so not that. Checked ram putting in seperate. Still wont come on.😢

[@dragoonxgamer]

Can you help me with my cable management in my gigabyte x570 gaming x cable management I would appreciate that

[@oscartruong1950]

4:34 isnt the power sw supposed to go on top? you have it connected at the bottom please get back to me on this because i have it at the top at the moment and the pc wont turn on

[@Seelenverheizer]

that was my thought too. The motherboard says that reset SW should be on the bottom and power SW is on top. He did connect it the other way around

[@amgjimmy3514]

What if my motherboard only labeled as Pump Fan 1 is that the same as the AIO plug just a different name

[@IconicFBI]

So late but for some reason I can’t find that cable the one that has HDD LED Power LED+ and minus and all them I don’t have that cable for some reason

[@devadan712]

4:30 didnt you...put the power cable where the reset should be?

[@riccardosiracusa906]

great great video. my man

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

@@riccardosiracusa906 thank you

[@kobydoherty7272]

yo thank u so much u have saved me

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad to help. Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe 🦐

[@ervzx7614]

Hi, at 4:32 shouldn't the power sw be plugged on the top row and the reset one on the bottom? Just curious.