CPU Hot
CPU Hot
Did you connect the pump and verify the installation? Also, just to confirm, I think there’s a monitoring tool that uses Fahrenheit by default rather than Celsius—probably Corsair’s setup. If you misinterpreted 100F as 100C, it would suggest your CPU is running at an acceptable temperature.
You forgot to remove the warning label from the pump or waterblock. Many users simply apply thermal paste directly onto the plastic sticker and then attach it, which is incorrect.
Many factors might be responsible, beyond just the plastic cover off or block placement. Have you removed the plastic shield? Is the block correctly secured? Are you connecting the power supply and ensuring the pump is linked to an appropriate port (refer to the motherboard manual)? You need consistent 100% operation without throttling based on system demand. When you power on, you should notice noticeable water or pump activity—this should stand out from normal fan sounds. If not, your AIO might be malfunctioning.