CPU starts to get too hot after installing the new AIO. It's an i9 12900k with a 240mm cooler.
CPU starts to get too hot after installing the new AIO. It's an i9 12900k with a 240mm cooler.
You're dealing with a common issue when upgrading cooling solutions. It sounds like your setup is working fine until you switch coolers, suggesting the original cooler might not be handling the heat consistently. The fact that both your new and old coolers struggle under load points to a potential mismatch in thermal performance or airflow. Consider checking the cooler's temperature sensor calibration and ensuring proper fan speeds are set. If you're still experiencing overheating, it might be worth consulting ASUS support or a more specialized cooling expert for further diagnosis.
Verify if the pump is operating. Look at the pump logs in the BIOS. Assess whether the thermal paste appears to have been properly applied under the expected mounting force. It should be evenly spread because of the pressure.
The NZXT AIOs use their own USB connector and software. Have you connected or operated all of them?
It seems like you're asking about a situation involving a price of 240 for a cost of 12,900k. You're checking if the plastic was removed, if the pump is working, and if the fans are spinning.
Are you applying thermal paste? Which brand came with your new AIO or your own? Not fixing it after a professional check raises concerns. Provide all your computer specifications, including the AIO models.
Plastic was removed but the original air filter from when I purchased it still worked properly. It’s a single 140mm fan from Nzxt that I discovered was quite basic—operates at idle around 30°C and jumps to 85°C during gameplay, which is why I considered replacing it.
Originally the Nzxt H1 worked just fine at 30°C idle, but struggled at 85°C. The build includes an i9 12900k processor, RTX 3080 with three MSI GPUs, 32GB Corsair Vengeance DDR5 4x4, an 850W EVGA Supernova power supply, a 2TB WD Black SSD, and the 240mm AIO is either the Kraken Z53 or Z63—check the box for details. It has a light-up display to show temperatures.
Pump speed is around 1600–2000 RPM and fans spin near 1600 RPM. I removed the airflow unit to check airflow distribution, and it appears to be spreading evenly in a pea-sized pattern.