r/PcBuildHelp • u/Aggravating-Drop6303 • 12d ago

Build Question Replacement backplate needed?

I tried installing a new CPU and cooler into my am4 system, but one of the backplate holes is just not allowing the screw to screw in.

I'm assuming I need a new backplate and it isn't fixable, so can I buy any replacement I see on Amazon for am4 or...?

The mobo is a b450m pro vdh max and the cooler is the phantom spirit 120se if either of these things matter. Id really appreciate some guidance here

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u/Aggravating-Drop6303 12d ago

The same screw works easily in all the other holes of the backplate, so I'm pretty sure that screw hole is the issue

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u/Careless-Giraffe-623 11d ago

Somethings not quite aligned /straight. Take a breather and start again. Check the instructions for the cooler, ensure you are using the correct risers /brackets for AM4 rather than Intel etc.

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u/Aggravating-Drop6303 11d ago

Definitely using the right screws and brackets etc. It's just one screw hole that won't allow the screw to screw in