Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 ARGB CPU Water Cooler User Manual

1. Entwodiksyon

The Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 ARGB CPU Water Cooler is an all-in-one liquid cooling solution designed to provide efficient thermal management for your CPU. It features a 240mm radiator, dual PWM fans, and addressable RGB lighting for customizable aesthetics. This manual provides detailed instructions for installation, operation, and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and longevity of your cooler.

Imaj: Plis paseview of the Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 ARGB High Performance CPU Water Cooler.

2. Enfòmasyon sou Sekirite

Please read and understand all safety instructions before installing or operating this product. Failure to do so may result in damage to the product, other components, or personal injury.

• Ensure your system is powered off and unplugged from the wall outlet before installation.
• Manyen konpozan yo avèk prekosyon pou evite domaj.
• Do not open the liquid cooler's sealed components.
• Kenbe soti nan atenn timoun yo.
• Sèvi sèlman ak akseswa ak pyès montaj yo bay yo.

3. Pake kontni

Verifye ke tout konpozan ki nan lis anba a yo prezan nan pake ou a:

• Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 ARGB CPU Water Cooler (Radiator with attached pump/waterblock and fans)
• Mounting Brackets for Intel (LGA1851/1700/1150/1151/1155/1156/1200/2011/2066)
• Sipò Montaj pou AMD (AM4/AM5)
• Backplate for Intel LGA115X/1200/1700
• Vis ak Distansè pou Monte
• Konpoze tèmik
• Kab Separatè Fanatik PWM
• ARGB 3-pin Connector Cables
• Manyèl itilizatè

4. Gid Enstalasyon

This section details the installation process for your Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 ARGB CPU Water Cooler. Please follow the steps carefully for your specific CPU socket type.

4.1. General Preparation

1. Asire w ke òdinatè w lan etenn epi deploge.
2. Open your PC case and locate the CPU socket area on your motherboard.
3. Remove any existing CPU cooler. Clean the CPU surface thoroughly to remove old thermal paste.

4.2. Enstalasyon AMD AM4/AM5

1. Retire fich pwoteksyon an ki sou plak frèt blòk dlo a.
2. Align the arrow on the AMD bracket with the arrow on the water block and rotate to install the AMD bracket onto the water block.
3. Aplike konpoze tèmik sou difizè chalè entegre CPU a (IHS).
4. Place the water block onto the CPU. Use the buckles on the AMD bracket to secure the water block to the motherboard's existing retention module.
5. Tighten both screws on the bracket with a screwdriver to apply mounting pressure evenly.

Image: Close-up of the water block, showing the copper coldplate and ARGB lighting interface.

4.3. Enstalasyon Intel LGA1700

1. Ajiste pozisyon twou montaj la sou plak dèyè Intel la sou "1700".
2. Install the backplate from the backside of the motherboard, ensuring the screws pass through the mounting holes.
3. Enstale distansè 1700 yo sou vis plak dèyè a, sou bò devan kat manman an.
4. Retire fich pwoteksyon an ki sou plak frèt blòk dlo a.
5. Align the arrow on the Intel bracket to the water block and rotate to lock it in place.
6. Aplike konpoze tèmik sou difizè chalè entegre CPU a (IHS).
7. Align the mounting holes on the bracket with the standoffs and install the water block.
8. Secure the metal brackets and water block with the four nuts, applying appropriate mounting pressure.

Image: Illustrates Intel and AMD compatibility, special water channels within the radiator, and polymer-protected water tubes for durability.

4.4. Koneksyon fil elektrik

1. Connect the pump power cable to the CPU_OPT or AIO_PUMP header on your motherboard.
2. Connect the fan PWM cables to the fan splitter cable for synchronized fan speed control.
3. Connect the PWM splitter cable to the motherboard's CPU_FAN socket to power the fans.
4. Remove the protective caps from the ARGB 3-pin connectors.
5. Connect the fan ARGB cables to sync the lighting signal.
6. Connect the ARGB lighting cable to the motherboard's 3-pin +5V ARGB socket for lighting control.

Image: Shows the water block with clear labels for the ARGB light interface (5V 3pin) and water pump power (12V DC/4pin) connections.

Image: Details the PWM intelligent control features of the fans, including high airflow (66.17 CFM), S-FDB bearing, quiet operation (1550 RPM), and 4-pin PWM connector.

4.5. Gid Videyo Enstalasyon

5. Operasyon Enstriksyon

Once installed, the Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 ARGB CPU Water Cooler operates automatically based on your motherboard's settings.

• Kontwòl fanatik: The PWM fans will adjust their speed automatically via the motherboard's 4-pin PWM header based on CPU temperature. You can configure fan curves in your motherboard's BIOS/UEFI settings or through compatible software.
• Ekleraj ARGB: The addressable RGB lighting on the fans and water block can be controlled via your motherboard's 5V 3-pin ARGB header. Use your motherboard's RGB synchronization software (e.g., ASUS Aura Sync, MSI Mystic Light, Gigabyte RGB Fusion, ASRock Polychrome Sync) to customize lighting effects. Ensure your motherboard supports 5V 3-pin ARGB; this cooler is not compatible with 12V 4-pin RGB headers.
• Operasyon ponp: The water pump operates continuously to circulate coolant. Ensure the pump power cable is securely connected to a dedicated AIO_PUMP or CPU_OPT header for stable operation.

Image: Emphasizes that the cooler supports only 5V 3-pin ARGB and is not compatible with 12V 4-pin RGB connections.

6. Antretyen

Antretyen regilye ede asire lonjevite ak pèfòmans optimal glasyè likid ou a.

• Netwayaj pousyè: Periodically clean dust from the radiator fins and fan blades using compressed air. Ensure fans are not spinning during cleaning to prevent damage.
• Enspeksyon Tib: Check the water tubes for any signs of kinks, damage, or leaks. While the polymer compilation protection water pipes are designed for low evaporation and high life, regular visual inspection is recommended.
• Pat tèmik: Re-applying thermal paste is generally not required unless the cooler is removed. If re-installation is necessary, clean off old thermal paste and apply new compound.

NAN. Depanaj

If you encounter issues with your Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 ARGB CPU Water Cooler, refer to the following common troubleshooting steps:

• Pa gen kouran/Ventilatè yo pa ap vire:
  • Check all power connections, especially the pump power cable to the motherboard's AIO_PUMP/CPU_OPT header and the fan splitter cable to the CPU_FAN header.
  • Ensure the cables are fully seated.
  • Verify fan settings in BIOS/UEFI are not set to "0 RPM" or a very low threshold.
• Pa gen ekleraj ARGB:
  • Confirm the ARGB 3-pin cable is correctly connected to a +5V ARGB header on your motherboard.
  • Asire w ke lojisyèl RGB kat manman w lan byen enstale epi konfigire.
  • Verify that the ARGB header is enabled in your motherboard's BIOS/UEFI.
  • Remember, this cooler supports 5V 3-pin ARGB only, not 12V 4-pin RGB.
• Tanperati CPU ki wo:
  • Check if the water block is securely mounted to the CPU with adequate pressure.
  • Asire w ke pat tèmik la te aplike kòrèkteman e respire.
  • Verify that the pump is running (you might hear a faint hum or feel vibrations).
  • Check fan orientation on the radiator for proper airflow (intake or exhaust, depending on case setup).
  • Netwaye nenpòt akimilasyon pousyè sou najwa radyatè yo.

8. Espesifikasyon

Image: A detailed table outlining the specifications of the Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 ARGB, including dimensions, fan speeds, noise levels, and power requirements.

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