How to connect ARGB case fans to a motherboard?

05-29-2018, 05:08 PM

Hello everyone,
I'm using an 'MSI B450 TOMAHAWK MAX' and attempting to install ARGB 'Aerocool DUO12 case fans'. The motherboard has two RGB slots labeled 'JRGB1' and 'JRGB2', both with 4-pin male connectors. The fans provide a 6-pin female output, but an adapter cable in the box allows changing this configuration. With the adapter, the fans now show outputs like 'IN VDG', 'XWD', and 'PWM Connector'. Only the XWD connection fits the 3-pin female slot, though it covers one pin.

Someone could help me figure out the best way to connect these fans to my motherboard, would be really appreciated. Thanks!
(Additional notes: I've already connected RGB strips before, each with a simple 4-pin female plug. Now I'm trying ARGB but can't tell exactly where it should go.)
(Links provided: fans page and motherboard manual)

Totoro_Playz

05-29-2018, 05:08 PM #1

iShrektU
Junior Member

05-31-2018, 05:10 PM

From the manual, it seems the board lacks 5v RGB and only has 12v. You should consider one of these options: the provided Amazon link or other compatible alternatives. I've used the UK link since I'm there, though these items are available globally.

iShrektU

05-31-2018, 05:10 PM #2

AryBary
Member

05-31-2018, 07:06 PM

According to the manual, the board lacks 5v RGB and only supports 12v. You should consider one of the provided links. I used the UK version since I'm there, though these items are available globally.

AryBary

05-31-2018, 07:06 PM #3

According to the manual, the board lacks 5v RGB and only supports 12v. You should consider one of the provided links. I used the UK version since I'm there, though these items are available globally.

Gustavgurra03
Posting Freak

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06-07-2018, 05:18 PM

Sure, just to clarify, do you need guidance on where to connect the SATA power, and should it be included in your motherboard setup or is it an optional addition?

Gustavgurra03

06-07-2018, 05:18 PM #4

Sure, just to clarify, do you need guidance on where to connect the SATA power, and should it be included in your motherboard setup or is it an optional addition?

905xA
Senior Member

667

06-07-2018, 11:46 PM

The SATA power is supplied by the PSU, using the same connector as for hard drives.

905xA

06-07-2018, 11:46 PM #5

The SATA power is supplied by the PSU, using the same connector as for hard drives.

Sven_Weetj
Member

220

06-08-2018, 07:14 AM

Got it, cheers

Sven_Weetj

06-08-2018, 07:14 AM #6

Got it, cheers

RainyToast
Member

06-25-2018, 01:37 PM

I simply connected the splitter and the fans all turned on. Thank you very much for your assistance.

RainyToast

06-25-2018, 01:37 PM #7

I simply connected the splitter and the fans all turned on. Thank you very much for your assistance.

SushiCherry
Member

227

06-25-2018, 09:57 PM

Feel free to ask!

SushiCherry

06-25-2018, 09:57 PM #8

Feel free to ask!