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How do I know my PSU is big enough?
Budget ~25–35% headroom above your estimated draw; transients (esp. modern GPUs) can spike. Prefer 80+ Gold with strong 12V rails.
Do I need thermal paste if the cooler has pre-applied compound?
Use the pre-applied pad. If you remove the cooler after contact, clean both surfaces and re-apply fresh paste.
DDR5 speeds and stability?
Enable XMP/EXPO. For stability, verify at JEDEC first, then step up to the kit’s rated speed.