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Problem with the AIO device

Problem with the AIO device

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Jessie2895
Member
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03-22-2022, 02:45 AM
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Hello everyone. My computer has been acting odd recently. It began when my PC shut down shortly after powering on. Initially, I assumed it was due to an unplugged pump, since the AIO made no sound when it started and there were none at all. In short, the fix came when I placed the PC on its side so the mainboard rested horizontally—then the pump resumed working smoothly for months. Now the problem has come back. I checked forums and some suggested moving the radiator lower to keep tubes below the pump. That helped only briefly; after a few hours off, the pump seems filled with air again. I shared a video of the bubbling sounds and a photo of the new radiator setup. Is there an optimal radiator position, or could the pump be failing? Video link: Specs – Ryzen 5 3600 GTX 1080 Cooler Master MasterLiquid ML240R
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Jessie2895
03-22-2022, 02:45 AM #1

Hello everyone. My computer has been acting odd recently. It began when my PC shut down shortly after powering on. Initially, I assumed it was due to an unplugged pump, since the AIO made no sound when it started and there were none at all. In short, the fix came when I placed the PC on its side so the mainboard rested horizontally—then the pump resumed working smoothly for months. Now the problem has come back. I checked forums and some suggested moving the radiator lower to keep tubes below the pump. That helped only briefly; after a few hours off, the pump seems filled with air again. I shared a video of the bubbling sounds and a photo of the new radiator setup. Is there an optimal radiator position, or could the pump be failing? Video link: Specs – Ryzen 5 3600 GTX 1080 Cooler Master MasterLiquid ML240R

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smithyman321
Junior Member
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03-22-2022, 02:45 AM
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It's hard to pinpoint the exact AIO model from the photos, but Coolermaster likely had several faulty units, so I recommend returning it for a replacement. The sound isn't typical. If air-related, try placing the unit at the top of the case—unless the unit is completely dry (air should be directed to the highest point of the loop).
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smithyman321
03-22-2022, 02:45 AM #2

It's hard to pinpoint the exact AIO model from the photos, but Coolermaster likely had several faulty units, so I recommend returning it for a replacement. The sound isn't typical. If air-related, try placing the unit at the top of the case—unless the unit is completely dry (air should be directed to the highest point of the loop).