Hi I have a Phantom Enthusiast Full Tower Case and I have fitted a asus z97 AR motherboard, the problem is that the motherboard sits too low for the io plate to fit properly, yes standoffs fitted, but i just dont know why it sits too low, do you think I should double up on stand offs , I would say its about 3mm out I know it doesnt sound much but its stopping me using nearly all usb and hdmi ports.... please help
Last edited by mikehere1234; 11-09-2015 at 03:20 PM.
I don't quite understand. You say the MB sits to low but is it vertically or horizontally ?
I don't really know how to explain (sorry I'm french, my english isn't good enough to explain what I mean) ^^'
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You can always try adding spacers or even double up on standoffs, like you say. It isn't ideal, but I suppose it's better than returning the motherboard.Originally Posted by mikehere1234
If I were you I'd double check so that you are using what came with the case. If you are, and they still are too low, another option might be to have a look on ebay or similar. It might be that you can find something taller there.
Lastly, if you are really handy with a dremel, I guess you could cut it.
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Yes go double check you used the new standoffs. I had reused some in a new case and they turned o not the same.You can always try adding spacers or even double up on standoffs, like you say. It isn't ideal, but I suppose it's better than returning the motherboard.
If I were you I'd double check so that you are using what came with the case. If you are, and they still are too low, another option might be to have a look on ebay or similar. It might be that you can find something taller there.
Lastly, if you are really handy with a dremel, I guess you could cut it.
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