Hello LTT forum. I seem to have an issue with my build. I built my pc a few months back but now realized I have an issue. I am using the EVGA Z170 Classified K mobo with the Cooler Master V8 GTS - High Performance CPU Cooler with Horizontal Vapor Chamber and 8 Heatpipes. I did not realize that my PCI Express x16 may not be able to support a 1060 that I am putting in it (space between the CPU cooler and the PCI Express slot).
When I ordered the mobo from newegg they stated I hade 4 x PCI Express x16 instead of stating there is only 1 x16, 1 x8/x4, 1 x4 and 1 x1.
So I was wondering if anyone would recommend me using a PCI Express 16x Riser Card or something else. If you could also post a link to what you would prefer for this I would appreciate it. I don't want to remove my CPU cooler as I get 18 degrease Celsius idle and around 35 degrease Celsius when I put on heavy loads like gaming or video editing.
I know I would be able to use the X8 slot but I would prefer to use the x16 instead.