![]() If you’d like to extend control to other fans, run an extension cable from the first fan’s OUT socket, to the IN socket on the second fan, and so on. Next, insert the LED controller cable between the socket on the fan labelled IN and the LED controller’s rear port. Swap out your existing fan(s) for the RGB model, then connect the fan’s power cable to an appropriate header on your motherboard. The NZXT Aer fan is available in 120mm and 140mm sizes, each packing eight individually controlled LEDs.Īgain, remember that each port on the HUE+ controller can support up to four LED strips, which means you can daisy-chain multiple RGB case fans if you wish. Alongside the standard four-pin power cable that’s used to spin the blades and monitor speeds, an additional controller cable is required to connect the fan to your lighting controller. Installing an LED-rocking case fan is similar to installing any other fan, with one additional step. ![]() You can fine-tune their location later, but for now, lets move on to the Aer RGB fan. Terry Walsh/IDGĮnsure that the arrow printed on the four-pin extension cable is correctly aligned with the black line on the LED strip.Ĭontinue routing the extension cables between the LED strips until they’re all connected. Ensure that the arrow on the connector lines up with the black line on the strip when you hook everything up, otherwise there’ll be no light show. Each connector has an arrow pointing to one of its four pin sockets. You’ll notice that each strip has a black line running along one edge. This helps you connect the cables correctly-don’t ignore it! Note the black line printed on one side of each LED strip. Position your strips where desired (I placed mine around the side window of my case) and then run one extension cable from the first port on the controller to the nearest LED strip connector. The HUE+ includes 100mm, 300mm, and two 500mm extension cables, which are used to connect the individual LED strips. While connecting the strips to the controller is very simple, now’s the time to figure out the ideal location for your LEDs and how you’ll route the wiring. I’ll use one port to connect the strips supplied with the HUE+ and the second port to connect and control the Aer RGB fan. Each of the two four-pin ports on the HUE+ controller is able to support four, daisy-chained LED lighting strips. NZXTĪn asymmetric, nine-pin header layout makes it simple to connect the USB cable.įinally, we come to the LED strips themselves. The great thing about these connectors is that they only fit one way, so it’s relatively easy to slip the connector over the pins. This connects to your motherboard (or USB hub, if required). You’ll notice that this cable has a regular Micro-USB connector on one end and, at the other, a female connector block that’s designed for a nine-pin USB header. Next, it’s the turn of the Micro-USB cable. ![]() Check out accessories from NZXT, Phanteks, and IceModz to get started. ![]() You can source single- and multi-color LED strips from a variety of manufacturers. Asusĭedicated RGB headers on the Asus ROG Maximus VIII Hero Alpha motherboard. Look out for newer motherboards sporting dedicated RGB LED headers, which allow easier installation and won’t tie up that USB header you may need for your front-panel ports. Usually, they’ll connect to a USB header on your motherboard, supporting power and software control. They can be placed around the insides of your case, using magnetic or peel-off adhesive strips. Take it to the next level with LED stripsīut if you’re not in the market for a new case, inexpensive, modular LED light strips are the way to go. MSI’s Mystic Light Sync boasts partnerships with Corsair, G.Skill, Bitfenix, Phanteks, and others. Asus’ Aura Sync app offers API support, allowing third-party components to synchronize with integrated LEDs. Of course, when you select components from different manufacturers, coordinating all of those twinkling LEDs-via multiple apps-can be a challenge. The stunning G.Skill Trident Z RGB Series RAM. Install the kit, download the drivers/controller app, and bring the color. Getting up and running with these components is plug-and-play. And even heatsinks fitted to coolers, case fans, and (my current favorite) G.Skill’s Trident Z RGB Series RAM modules can be lit. It’s the same story with the latest GPUs. The MSI Z270 Gaming Pro Carbon motherboard. ![]()
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