Setup, Compatibility & Care
Compatibility:
This cooler supports a wide range of modern CPU sockets, including Intel LGA1851, LGA 1150, LGA 1151, LGA 1155, LGA 1200, LGA 1700, and AMD Socket AM4, Socket AM5.
Setup:
- Ensure your PC case has sufficient space for a 240mm radiator and 120mm fans.
- Mount the radiator to your case using the provided screws.
- Install the water block onto the CPU, applying thermal grease if not pre-applied.
- Connect the pump and fan cables to the appropriate motherboard headers (CPU_FAN, AIO_PUMP, or SYS_FAN).
- Connect the daisy-chained fans to each other and then to a motherboard fan header.
Care:
- Periodically check for dust buildup on the radiator fins and fan blades; clean with compressed air.
- Ensure the refill port remains accessible for potential coolant top-offs in the future, though typically not needed for several years.
- Monitor CPU temperatures to ensure optimal performance.