Yes, some motherboards feature 2-pin temperature sensor headers for easy installation.
Yes, some motherboards feature 2-pin temperature sensor headers for easy installation.
Hello everyone, I'm trying to replace my water temperature monitor with a Corsair Commander pro. It uses a G1/4 threaded Aplhacool temp-sensor and a 2-pin header. I want to simplify my PC setup and avoid the software control. Do any motherboards allow direct connection of this sensor? Would it be possible to adjust fans via BIOS based on the temperature reading? I'm not sure what the connector is called, and I haven't found enough details. EDIT: The Gigabyte B550 Aorus Pro has two temperature sensor headers—could those be the 2-pin connectors I mentioned? Updated October 30, 2020 by Stahlmann
I'm currently running an MSI B450 Tomahawk MAX. I've inspected the entire board several times and haven't found any 2-pin connectors. The only 2-pin header present is the CMOS jumper. I'm considering upgrading to a B550 Aorus Pro, which lists two temperature sensor connectors on its product page. From the MOMO photos I've reviewed, these are the exact headers I need. Does this mean I can configure a fan curve for the sensor readings in BIOS?
Most high-quality ASUS boards include temperature headers. Determining if you can use them to adjust fan curves likely depends on the specific manual. On some premium models, you can usually change the control source for system fans. It’s unclear whether you can always align the CPU fan curve with the temperature probe header. P.S.: I’m curious why only ASUS seems to add these headers on mid-range boards, while others just place them at the top shelf. Even my B450I had one. Eh, it’s too late. I didn’t find an old thread—post your own if you want! The details are in your manual.