Can I Use AM3 Cooler Mount with MSI Mobo?

[PeterPorker3]

Hello I just ordered parts for a new pc build but overlooked the fact that I didn't order the AM4 version of it for use with an AM4 socket mobo. I heard from somewhere that the pre-installed supports on the top and bottom positions of the cpu socket on some motherboards like the MSI B350 Tomahawk I ordered are for mounting an AM3 cooler. Is this true? I wasn't able to find concrete info about this besides this video from Paul's Hardware: If it's true, do I need any extra backplates or mounting hardware?

 

Edited April 22, 2018 by MineParker101
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[Nas]

Yes it is true that some AM4 boards come with plastic brackets on the mounting holes. What mainboard specifically are you trying to use for the build and what cooler?

[WoodenMarker]

The plastic retention cage included with AM4 motherboards supports AM3's standard cam-lever arm. Some coolers use this mounting system whereas others don't which won't support AM4.

Here's an example of it at the right:

 

What cooler did you order?

[PeterPorker3]

Just now, Nas said:

Yes it is true that some AM4 boards come with plastic brackets on the mounting holes. What mainboard specifically are you trying to use for the build and what cooler?

Like I said earlier, my mobo is the MSI B350 Tomahawk and the cpu cooler is the cryorig m9a

[WoodenMarker]

1 minute ago, MineParker101 said:

cryorig m9a

The M9a doesn't use AM3's standard cam-lever arm. If the cooler doesn't ship with the AM4 mounting hardware, contact Cryorig for an Upgrade Kit. http://www.cryorig.com/getam4.php

[Nas]

8 minutes ago, MineParker101 said:

Like I said earlier, my mobo is the MSI B350 Tomahawk and the cpu cooler is the cryorig m9a

Looks like that motherboard comes with all the mounting hardware you'll need for an AM4 socket. You're probably just going to have to replace the backplate and plastic brackets that come with the motherboard which should be easy enough.

 

5 minutes ago, WoodenMarker said:

The M9a doesn't use AM3's standard cam-lever arm. If the cooler doesn't ship with the AM4 mounting hardware, contact Cryorig for an Upgrade Kit. http://www.cryorig.com/getam4.php

Looks like all of Cryorig's coolers now ship with an AM4 upgrade kit, OP shouldn't have to purchase anything.

 

http://www.cryorig.com/news.php?id=69

[PeterPorker3]

3 minutes ago, WoodenMarker said:

The M9a doesn't use AM3's standard cam-lever arm. If the cooler doesn't ship with the AM4 mounting hardware, contact Cryorig for an Upgrade Kit. http://www.cryorig.com/getam4.php

Oh ok, ;ike I said earlier I accidentally bought the version of the cooler without the AM4 mounting hardware I didn't know they were still doing that program was going to buy the upgrade kit. I guess I will do that instead.  Thanks for the help!

[PeterPorker3]

5 minutes ago, Nas said:

Looks like that motherboard comes with all the mounting hardware you'll need for an AM4 socket. You're probably just going to have to replace the backplate and plastic brackets that come with the motherboard which should be easy enough.

 

Looks like all of Cryorig's coolers now ship with an AM4 upgrade kit, OP shouldn't have to purchase anything.

 

http://www.cryorig.com/news.php?id=69

I have the m9a, which is listed at the bottom as not including the mounting hardware. My cooler box also only has an AMD sticker and not an AMD Ryzen sticker. 

[Nas]

1 minute ago, MineParker101 said:

I have the m9a, which is listed at the bottom as not including the mounting hardware. My cooler box also only has an AMD sticker and not an AMD Ryzen sticker. 

My mistake, looks like you'll unfortunately need to buy an upgrade kit. 

[PeterPorker3]

8 minutes ago, WoodenMarker said:

The M9a doesn't use AM3's standard cam-lever arm. If the cooler doesn't ship with the AM4 mounting hardware, contact Cryorig for an Upgrade Kit. http://www.cryorig.com/getam4.php

I also just now realized that my cooler (m9a) is not listed under the drop down menu, and here (http://www.cryorig.com/news.php?id=69) it says that I have to buy the upgrade kit. 

[PeterPorker3]

Just now, Nas said:

My mistake, looks like you'll unfortunately need to buy an upgrade kit. 

Lol, posted it at the same time as you, thanks for the help anyway, guess i'm out $15 for this upgrade kit.