Building a PC is way easier than it seems, and installing a CPU cooler is one of the simplest steps, despite it being an essential one.

Installing a CPU cooler is relatively straightforward if you have the right tools to hand. Here's how to do it in just a few steps.

How to Install a CPU and Heatsink If you're building your own PC, you need to know how to install a CPU onto the motherboard. You must also attach a heatsink fan on top of the processor to keep it ...

A properly installed CPU cooler is essential to a stable system. We show you how to install CPU coolers on AMD and Intel processors to maximize cooling performance.

Method One: Install Fan-Controlling Software The most ideal way to control your fans is with something like previously mentioned SpeedFan (or, if you're on a Mac, previously mentioned smcFanControl).