I've just ordered all the parts for my very first PC build, and everything should arrive in 3 days. I feel pretty confident about assembling it once I have all the parts in front of me, but I'm a bit uncertain about the next steps. I understand I need to create a Windows OS bootable flash drive to install the OS on my new PC, and that I'll also need a license key for Windows.
I've read that I should update the BIOS on my MSI MAG B650 Tomahawk motherboard right away. I've also been told I should enable DOCP/EXPO to make sure my Corsair 32GB 6000MHz DDR5 RAM runs at full speed, but I really don't know what those settings mean.
Lastly, I've heard I should do a stress test post-setup, but I'm not sure what that involves. I'd really appreciate any guidance on these steps to ensure I don't mess things up!
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First things first, you definitely want to update the BIOS to make sure it's compatible with your CPU. Since you're using the Ryzen 9600X, just head over to MSI's site and download the latest BIOS version for your motherboard. You'll need access to another PC to make a Windows boot USB. Once you have that, just plug it into your new PC and boot into BIOS—should be an option to select the USB drive.
After installing Windows, you can go back into BIOS and enable EXPO for your RAM. It's a straightforward way to push it to those higher speeds without much fuss. As for stress tests, they aren't always necessary for a new build, but if you want to check systems after you’re all set up, using software like Prime95 or AIDA64 can give you a good look at stability. Good luck with your build!
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