CPU cooler and motherboard components

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Nastayy
Member

02-07-2020, 04:41 PM

I connected one cable to the CPU cooler for a Kraken X73, while three cables intended for my Z490 Aorus Elite AC motherboard remain incompatible with available slots.

Nastayy

02-07-2020, 04:41 PM #1

I connected one cable to the CPU cooler for a Kraken X73, while three cables intended for my Z490 Aorus Elite AC motherboard remain incompatible with available slots.

Galen_Tunna
Member

02-07-2020, 07:01 PM

Identifying the exact cable or connector you're referring to requires clarification. Here are the options based on your description:

- Red/1: connects to the CPU_FAN header
- Blue/2: connects to the SATA power cable
- Yellow/3: optional connector for additional NZXT RGB components
- Green: for the pump/block connector
- Purple: for the USB 2.0 front panel header
- Motherboard connectors: available for reference

Galen_Tunna

02-07-2020, 07:01 PM #2

N3oPlayz
Junior Member

02-08-2020, 09:56 AM

Identify the locations for cables 2 and 3.

N3oPlayz

02-08-2020, 09:56 AM #3

Identify the locations for cables 2 and 3.

Xhippy23X
Junior Member

02-08-2020, 11:10 AM

Check the area near cable 2 on the motherboard for any markings or connections.

Xhippy23X

02-08-2020, 11:10 AM #4

Check the area near cable 2 on the motherboard for any markings or connections.