Learn how to install liquid cooling on your CPU with our comprehensive guide. Step-by-step instructions for installing AIO coolers, from preparation to final setup, ideal for DIY builders.
The pump head of the iCUE RGB ELITE Liquid CPU cooler comes pre-installed with the Intel mounting bracket. If you are using an AMD system, you will need to replace the mounting bracket with one that is AMD-compatible. To install AMD mounting brackets on the pump head: Remove ...
You can install Intel or AMD CPU on the motherboard as follows stepsA. Please check the CPU socket specification before installing the CPU, please do not install other specification CPU into the unsupported socket, if you want to check the CPU supported by the motherboard, please refer to ...
Thermal Paste:You'll need athermal pasteafter installing the CPU, especially if you are planning toinstall the motherboardand mount the CPU cooler right after. You can, however, ignore it if your CPU cooler already has some pre-applied paste. CPU Cooler:It goes without saying that you need ...
3. Press the lever, CPU is locked and installation is complete Q&A Q1: System can't boot normally after installing CPU? A1: Please refer to the FAQ:No Power/No Boot/No Display Q2: How do I remove the AMD CPU fan? Q2: Please refer to the FAQ:How to remove AMD CPU Fan Cooler and...
To fix this error, properly install the CPU fan and AIO cooler, adjust the CPU fan RPM, and tweak the BIOS settings. The error occurs when your CPU fan isn’t working correctly, it’s not connected properly, or the motherboard can’t detect it. Methods Difficulty Rating BIOS Settings ...
5. Carefully lift the CPU cooler from the CPU. The CPU should remain installed in the socket after removing the CPU Cooler. 6. Please pull up the fixed lever to a 90° angle with the socket, and then remove the CPU, refer to the following picture...
5. Carefully lift the CPU cooler from the CPU. The CPU should remain installed in the socket after removing the CPU Cooler. 6. Please pull up the fixed lever to a 90° angle with the socket, and then remove the CPU, refer to the following picture...
It's crucial to remove the CPU cooler properly While the exact process can vary from cooler to cooler, the basic steps are always pretty similar. Stock coolers are usually the simplest to both install and remove, while third-party coolers (especially the higher-end ones) can be more complex...
NOTE: If you are having trouble pulling off the cooler, boot the PC for a few minutes to warm up the CPU (thermal paste) slightly and try again. With the cooler removed, you can take out the CPU. To Remove the CPU, you will need to pull the retention arm (small metal bar) ...