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theTomBomb2
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08-29-2018, 05:21 AM

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I recently acquired a set of Cooler Master ARGB fans, but I wasn’t familiar with the two different RGB connector types. The fans connect via 3-pin ARGB, while my motherboard only has 4-pin RGB ports. Can I still activate them? Their specifications include: Ryzen 5 2600 ASUS Strix B450-F 2x8GB Trident Z RGB @3600mhz, GTX 1060, and 3GB EVGA BR with 500W power.

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theTomBomb2

08-29-2018, 05:21 AM #1

I recently acquired a set of Cooler Master ARGB fans, but I wasn’t familiar with the two different RGB connector types. The fans connect via 3-pin ARGB, while my motherboard only has 4-pin RGB ports. Can I still activate them? Their specifications include: Ryzen 5 2600 ASUS Strix B450-F 2x8GB Trident Z RGB @3600mhz, GTX 1060, and 3GB EVGA BR with 500W power.

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thingul
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08-30-2018, 07:09 PM

#2

The connectors should include a 3pin to 4pin adapter, though I'm not entirely confident about that. You can find it on Amazon for the specified link.

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thingul

08-30-2018, 07:09 PM #2

The connectors should include a 3pin to 4pin adapter, though I'm not entirely confident about that. You can find it on Amazon for the specified link.

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sijan
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08-31-2018, 01:26 AM

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sijan

08-31-2018, 01:26 AM #3

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Goldentortu
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08-31-2018, 07:28 AM

#4

Yes, it enables you to manage the lighting settings.

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Goldentortu

08-31-2018, 07:28 AM #4

Yes, it enables you to manage the lighting settings.

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Joshua22Bart
Junior Member

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08-31-2018, 03:11 PM

#5

It functions well with that setup. I’ve learned that 12V can affect the fans, but it doesn’t cause any issues for me. I also use this approach for my water pump, and it operates at full capacity—no problem there.

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Joshua22Bart

08-31-2018, 03:11 PM #5

It functions well with that setup. I’ve learned that 12V can affect the fans, but it doesn’t cause any issues for me. I also use this approach for my water pump, and it operates at full capacity—no problem there.

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hdoor20
Senior Member

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08-31-2018, 10:10 PM

#6

Are there any adapters or controllers that could be compatible?

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hdoor20

08-31-2018, 10:10 PM #6

Are there any adapters or controllers that could be compatible?

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RZYao
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09-06-2018, 05:16 AM

#7

I really don't understand...

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RZYao

09-06-2018, 05:16 AM #7

I really don't understand...

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Rafinha_SM
Junior Member

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09-07-2018, 06:14 AM

#8

I almost used the same adapter you connected. You might want to test it out. Remember, the 12V could damage your fans over time.

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Rafinha_SM

09-07-2018, 06:14 AM #8

I almost used the same adapter you connected. You might want to test it out. Remember, the 12V could damage your fans over time.

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Rex369
Junior Member

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09-11-2018, 10:52 PM

#9

The 12-volt connector will immediately disable the 5V RGB unit.

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Rex369

09-11-2018, 10:52 PM #9

The 12-volt connector will immediately disable the 5V RGB unit.