the i/o shield only grounds if you don't take off the little metal tabs that touch the ports. i accidentally took all those off so not only is the motherboard not being grounded by that plate, but it's only being held up by the ports on the motherboard. but you should have zero problems without a plate.Sep 2, 2008
How do you make an IO shield?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlmqF5rF93o
How much does an IO shield cost?
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CPU Socket ATX
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Are IO Shields removable?
No, you must remove the whole motherboard as it holds the I/O shield in place. If the motherboard is not yet installed, yes just press from the outside and it will pop into the case.Sep 4, 2014
Can motherboard work without IO shield?
It will work fine, I had an old case that did not have the right size opening on the back, i just ran it without it. No problems.Sep 2, 2008
Is having no IO shield bad?
the i/o shield only grounds if you don't take off the little metal tabs that touch the ports. i accidentally took all those off so not only is the motherboard not being grounded by that plate, but it's only being held up by the ports on the motherboard. but you should have zero problems without a plate.Sep 2, 2008
Can you take out a IO shield?
1. If the mobo is installed after IO shield then mobo needs to be removed first before taking IO shield off. 2. If only IO shield is installed and mobo is not then yes you can remove IO shield without any issue.Sep 4, 2014
What is the purpose of an IO shield?
It's simply for covering the back of the computer, and for shielding your inputs and outputs from being jarred around and damaged when you're plugging in and unplugging things.