Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 ARGB CPU Water Cooler User Manual

1. Inleiding

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.

Afbeelding: Overview of the Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 ARGB High Performance CPU Water Cooler.

2. Veiligheidsinformatie

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.

• Zorg ervoor dat uw systeem is uitgeschakeld en dat de stekker uit het stopcontact is gehaald voordat u met de installatie begint.
• Ga voorzichtig om met de onderdelen om schade te voorkomen.
• Do not open the liquid cooler's sealed components.
• Buiten bereik van kinderen houden.
• Gebruik uitsluitend de meegeleverde accessoires en bevestigingsmaterialen.

3. Inhoud van het pakket

Controleer of alle hieronder vermelde componenten in uw pakket aanwezig zijn:

• 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)
• Montagebeugels voor AMD (AM4/AM5)
• Backplate for Intel LGA115X/1200/1700
• Montageschroeven en afstandhouders
• Thermische verbinding
• PWM-ventilatorsplitterkabel
• ARGB 3-pin Connector Cables
• Gebruiksaanwijzing

4. Installatiehandleiding

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. Algemene voorbereiding

1. Zorg ervoor dat uw computer is uitgeschakeld en losgekoppeld.
2. Open your PC case and locate the CPU socket area on your motherboard.
3. Verwijder eventuele bestaande CPU-koelers. Reinig het CPU-oppervlak grondig om oude koelpasta te verwijderen.

4.2. Installatie van AMD AM4/AM5

1. Remove the protective sticker from the coldplate of the water block.
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. Apply thermal compound to the CPU Integrated Heat Spreader (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. Intel LGA1700 Installation

1. Adjust the mounting hole position on the Intel backplate to "1700".
2. Install the backplate from the backside of the motherboard, ensuring the screws pass through the mounting holes.
3. Install the 1700 standoffs onto the backplate screws from the front side of the motherboard.
4. Remove the protective sticker from the coldplate of the water block.
5. Align the arrow on the Intel bracket to the water block and rotate to lock it in place.
6. Apply thermal compound to the CPU Integrated Heat Spreader (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. Bedradingsaansluitingen

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. Installatievideohandleiding

5. Gebruiksaanwijzing

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

• Ventilatorregeling: 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.
• ARGB-verlichting: 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.
• Pompwerking: 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. Onderhoud

Regelmatig onderhoud zorgt ervoor dat uw vloeistofkoeler lang meegaat en optimaal presteert.

• Stofvrij maken: Reinig de koelribben en ventilatorbladen van de radiator regelmatig met perslucht om stof te verwijderen. Zorg ervoor dat de ventilatoren tijdens het reinigen niet draaien om schade te voorkomen.
• Buisinspectie: 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.
• Thermische pasta: 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.

7. Probleemoplossing

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

• Geen stroom/ventilatoren draaien niet:
  • 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.
• Geen ARGB-verlichting:
  • Confirm the ARGB 3-pin cable is correctly connected to a +5V ARGB header on your motherboard.
  • Zorg ervoor dat de RGB-software van uw moederbord correct is geïnstalleerd en geconfigureerd.
  • 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.
• Hoge CPU-temperaturen:
  • Check if the water block is securely mounted to the CPU with adequate pressure.
  • Zorg ervoor dat de koelpasta correct en gelijkmatig is aangebracht.
  • 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).
  • Verwijder eventueel opgehoopt stof van de radiatorvinnen.

8. Specificaties

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

9. Garantie en ondersteuning

Thermalright products are manufactured to high quality standards. For warranty information, technical support, or service inquiries, please refer to the official Thermalright webwebsite of neem contact op met uw lokale verkoper. Bewaar uw aankoopbewijs voor garantieclaims.