Yes, you can try adjusting the values to ensure the background color appears correctly.
Yes, you can try adjusting the values to ensure the background color appears correctly.
DerpyOreoz
10-13-2016, 08:01 PM #1Lately I faced an issue with my fan hub RBG cable. It had a 3-pin, 5V connector, but the motherboard wouldn’t accept it because the header was set to 4 pins and 12V ARGB. If you’re feeling a bit creative, could cutting the pin change things? Just remember, I’m still learning—don’t worry if I sound a little confused!
ICHBinFallin
10-13-2016, 09:01 PM #2No, using 12 volts into a 5-volt part will damage it. The connections behave differently depending on whether the header is RGB or ARGB.
DarkStains
10-14-2016, 05:31 PM #4An @IkeaGnome mentioned that cutting a pin doesn't lower the voltage from 12v to 5v even if it seems to. They clarified that 12V RGB and ARGB use analog control, while 5V digital control works differently. The relevant guide is available at the provided support link.
_LeBlance_
10-14-2016, 11:02 PM #5Check out where I am—everything costs a lot, so every penny counts.
GillyFishies
10-15-2016, 05:05 PM #7I understand your point. It doesn't guarantee the transformation from 12V to 5V, and using an analog controller with digital devices isn't advisable. Still, feel free to attempt it if you want to know the risks.