CPU cooler not circulating coolant effectively.
CPU cooler not circulating coolant effectively.
Hello. This morning I was working on my homework using my computer when it started behaving strangely and became very unstable. Right away, I opened coretemp which showed the temperature as 80-100°C. Then I turned the machine off to avoid any further damage. After a restart, a screen from America Megatreands appeared with a CPU fan error. It let me enter BIOS where it reported that my CPU fan wasn’t running and the temperature was at 89°C. I checked my case and found that the back fan was on, along with the radiator and its two water cooling fans. But the coolant wasn’t circulating properly. How can I resolve this? Thanks!
Edit: I should note I moved the computer around and the coolant tank was fully filled, plus I restored the BIOS defaults.
Update: It looks like there’s an air block—when I pinched the tube it started pumping coolant again but then stopped, leaving a gap in the middle.
Update 2: The pump is intermittently working but frequently stops at this position:
https://imgur.com/hXkGYun
There are numerous tutorials available on youtube. You can look for your specific model.
Verify your warranty; you might be eligible for a replacement.
Below are the fundamental steps.
Step .5) Inspect for leaks, possibly place paper towels around the interior of the computer before removal.
Step 1) Disconnect the cooler! (Avoid any leaks while working)
Step 1.5) After removal, move it gently and check if air rises to the top.
Step 2) Locate the fill port (it might be present on the radiator).
Step 3) Pour distilled water (not tap water) using a funnel, ensuring you don’t overfill.
Step 4) Prime or operate the pump
a) If using an alternative 12V power supply, disconnect all other components from the PSU.
b) Connect the Pump to your...
There are numerous tutorials available on YouTube. You might search for your specific model.
Verify your warranty; you might be eligible for a replacement.
Here are the fundamental steps:
Step .5) Inspect for leaks, possibly placing paper towels around the interior of the computer before removal
Step 1) Disconnect the cooler! (Avoid any leaks while handling it)
Step 1.5) After removal, gently move it and observe if air rises to the top
Step 2) Locate the fill port (it could be on the radiator)
Step 3) Pour distilled water (not tap water) using a funnel, ensuring you don’t overfill
Step 4) Activate/run the pump
a) If you’re using an alternative 12V power supply, disconnect all other components from the PSU
b) Connect the Pump to your power supply
c) Connect pins 15 and 16 on your power supply to power it (green to any black if you have colored wires)
d) Once the pump is operational, continue adding water and let bubbles escape. Moving it slightly can assist, but make sure it’s sealed first
Following this process for an hour or so should resolve the issue, allowing you to reinstall the cooler.