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Problem with RGB controller and motherboard.

Problem with RGB controller and motherboard.

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hdoor20
Senior Member
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07-07-2016, 02:40 AM
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Case rgb controller and motherboard setup issue. I'm struggling to locate the VDG in a 3-prong connector. I have a rosewill prism white case and an MSI MGPX570 gaming plus motherboard. The 3-prong 1011 connector is plugged into the motherboard above the RAM, but I can't figure out the front panel header. Please help!
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hdoor20
07-07-2016, 02:40 AM #1

Case rgb controller and motherboard setup issue. I'm struggling to locate the VDG in a 3-prong connector. I have a rosewill prism white case and an MSI MGPX570 gaming plus motherboard. The 3-prong 1011 connector is plugged into the motherboard above the RAM, but I can't figure out the front panel header. Please help!

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GewoonMerijn_
Member
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07-07-2016, 07:17 AM
#2
You've connected the SATA cable to the fan controller, but its performance might be limited by the basic 3-pin header. It could benefit from a more robust power source or better connectivity.
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GewoonMerijn_
07-07-2016, 07:17 AM #2

You've connected the SATA cable to the fan controller, but its performance might be limited by the basic 3-pin header. It could benefit from a more robust power source or better connectivity.

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07-07-2016, 10:50 AM
#3
Your motherboard lacks a 5v ARGB 3-pin connector. The 5v 3-pin RGB addressable and the 12v 4-pin RGB (non-addressable) are different. You can either skip using software RGB control and rely on the LED switch for colors and effects, or choose a board with ARGB headers. You might also need an external ARGB controller—this won’t sync with any motherboard lighting if it has one.
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Tony_The_Beast
07-07-2016, 10:50 AM #3

Your motherboard lacks a 5v ARGB 3-pin connector. The 5v 3-pin RGB addressable and the 12v 4-pin RGB (non-addressable) are different. You can either skip using software RGB control and rely on the LED switch for colors and effects, or choose a board with ARGB headers. You might also need an external ARGB controller—this won’t sync with any motherboard lighting if it has one.

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101Magic
Junior Member
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07-07-2016, 11:25 AM
#4
The case appears to have its own controller, eliminating the need to link it to the motherboard.
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101Magic
07-07-2016, 11:25 AM #4

The case appears to have its own controller, eliminating the need to link it to the motherboard.

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ben_dragon
Senior Member
259
07-07-2016, 04:58 PM
#5
The 4-pin connector with one side blocked doesn't necessarily require a different plug-in method. Both connectors share the same power cord.
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ben_dragon
07-07-2016, 04:58 PM #5

The 4-pin connector with one side blocked doesn't necessarily require a different plug-in method. Both connectors share the same power cord.

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Izzyzizzy9
Junior Member
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07-07-2016, 05:27 PM
#6
They represent identical functionality with two distinct 3-pin configurations for board compatibility.
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Izzyzizzy9
07-07-2016, 05:27 PM #6

They represent identical functionality with two distinct 3-pin configurations for board compatibility.

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Petlovr27
Member
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07-07-2016, 06:50 PM
#7
You don't have to connect Ethier one at all? I haven't dealt with any issues involving an RGB fan controller before.
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Petlovr27
07-07-2016, 06:50 PM #7

You don't have to connect Ethier one at all? I haven't dealt with any issues involving an RGB fan controller before.

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Woody_JuX
Member
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07-08-2016, 03:40 AM
#8
The connector is intended for managing software lighting if that was unclear. Leaving it unplugged results in choice 1.
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Woody_JuX
07-08-2016, 03:40 AM #8

The connector is intended for managing software lighting if that was unclear. Leaving it unplugged results in choice 1.

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dniznemac
Senior Member
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07-08-2016, 10:58 AM
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To adjust colors using the LED switch, follow the instructions provided in the manual. If the reset switch alters the patterns, it likely controls the color changes. Clarify the steps to ensure proper operation.
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dniznemac
07-08-2016, 10:58 AM #9

To adjust colors using the LED switch, follow the instructions provided in the manual. If the reset switch alters the patterns, it likely controls the color changes. Clarify the steps to ensure proper operation.

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Inezze009
Senior Member
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07-11-2016, 07:54 PM
#10
You’ll find a button on the case. If it’s the reset button, verify it links to the lighting system somehow.
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Inezze009
07-11-2016, 07:54 PM #10

You’ll find a button on the case. If it’s the reset button, verify it links to the lighting system somehow.

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