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Aqua Computer OCTO - User Manual

Aqua Computer OCTO
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OCTO
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OCTO
aquasuite version X.17
Current as of April 2020
All information contained in this manual is subject to change without prior notice.
All rights reserved.
© 2019-2020 Aqua Computer GmbH & Co. KG - 1 -
Gelliehäuser Str. 1, 37130 Gleichen
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Table of Contents

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Aqua Computer OCTO Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeFan and RGB Controller
Number of Channels8
Aquabus ports1
Temperature sensor inputs4
Flow sensor input1
Voltage inputs2
Software CompatibilityAquasuite
Power Supply12V
Power Connector4-pin Molex
Voltage12V
PWM Frequency25kHz
Weight200g
Connectivity/InterfaceUSB 2.0

Summary

Safety Precautions

Assembly Instructions

Electrical Connections

OCTO Connector Overview

Diagram and explanation of all connectors on the OCTO device.

Power Supply Connector

How to connect the power supply to the OCTO controller.

Fan Connector

Details on connecting PWM fans to the OCTO controller.

USB, Aquabus, and Flow Sensor Connectors

USB Connector

How to connect the OCTO controller to a PC via USB.

Aquabus Connector

Details on connecting the OCTO controller to other Aqua Computer devices via aquabus.

Flow Sensor Connector

Information on connecting a flow sensor to the OCTO controller.

Temperature, RGBpx, and Signal Connectors

Temperature Sensor Connectors

Information on connecting temperature sensors to the OCTO controller.

RGBpx Connectors

Details on connecting RGBpx LED strips and accessories.

Signal Connector and Status LED

Explanation of the signal connector and the status LED indicator.

Aquasuite Software Setup

Software Installation

Steps for installing the aquasuite software on your PC.

Basic Operation

Overview of the aquasuite software's main features and interface.

Headline Symbols

Explanation of symbols used in the aquasuite software headlines.

Overview Pages (aquasuite)

Desktop Mode

Enabling overview pages to be displayed directly on the desktop.

Creating and Editing Pages

Steps for creating new and editing existing overview pages.

Adding New Elements

How to add new data elements to overview pages.

Overview Page Elements

Editing Elements and Values

How to edit existing elements, their values, and names.

Detailed Data Element Styles

Available styles for displaying detailed data elements.

Log Data Chart

Displaying log data charts on overview pages.

Custom Overview Page Elements

User Defined Elements

Creating custom elements using XAML and images.

Export and Import Overview Pages

Exporting and importing overview pages and elements.

Data Logging and Analysis

Log Settings

Configuring log data sets, sources, and time intervals.

Analyze Data

Visualizing logged data using charts and the chart manager.

Data Export Options

Manual Data Export

Exporting logged data to an XML file manually.

Automatic Data Export

Setting up automatic data export to XML files at regular intervals.

Sensor Configuration

Hardware Temperature Sensor

Configuration and calibration of hardware temperature sensors.

Hardware Flow Sensor

Configuration and calibration of the hardware flow sensor.

Software Sensors

Using software sensors for third-party data integration.

Fan Configuration

Fan Mode Power Preset

Manually setting the output power for fan outputs.

Fan Mode Temperature Set Point

Automatically adjusting fan speed based on temperature readings.

Advanced Fan Control

Fan Mode Curve Controller

Automatically adjusting fan speed using temperature-based curves.

General Fan Settings

Configuring general fan settings like start boost and power limits.

RGBpx Configuration

Fan Behavior with Aquaero

How fan output is controlled when connected to an aquaero via aquabus.

Create and Configure LED Controllers

Adding and configuring new RGBpx LED controllers and effects.

Modify Existing LED Controllers

Modifying settings for already configured LED controllers.

Modify LED Assignments

Changing the assignment of LEDs to controllers.

RGBpx Controller Management

Duplicate and Delete Controllers

Options for duplicating or deleting RGBpx LED controllers.

Sound Controlled Effects

Visualizing audio output using RGBpx LEDs.

AMBIENTpx Effect

Replicating monitor content on RGBpx LEDs for ambient lighting.

Alarm Configuration

Signal Output Configuration

Configuring the signal header for alarm outputs or PC shutdown.

Alarm Reporting and Limits

Setting alarm limits and configuring how alarms are reported.

Profiles

Profile Management

Manual Profile Selection

Manually selecting and activating saved profiles.

Automatic Profile Selection

Automatically activating profiles based on configurable rules.

Profile Configuration

Saving current settings into a profile.

Playground (aquasuite)

Virtual Software Sensors

Creating and using virtual sensors with mathematical functions.

Global Profiles

Managing and activating profiles across multiple devices simultaneously.

Hotkey and Web Services

Hotkeys

Defining key combinations for system-wide actions.

aquasuite Web Service

Publishing and accessing data via the Aqua Computer server.

Data Access and Import

Data Access

Obtaining published data from the Aqua Computer server.

Data Import

Importing data sets from the Aqua Computer server into aquasuite.

Basic aquasuite Settings

Language Settings

Selecting the display language for the aquasuite software.

Reorder Menu Items

Adjusting the order of overview pages and devices in the list.

Aquasuite Application Settings

Units and Application Start-up

Setting units and customizing application start-up behavior.

Service Administration

Managing background service settings for connected devices.

Audio and Video

Enabling analysis of audio and video data.

Updates and Update Service

Information on software activation and update service validation.

Technical Details and Care Instructions

Technical Details

Power supply, dimensions, and ambient temperature range.

Care Instructions

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the OCTO controller.

Waste Disposal and Contact

Waste Disposal

Instructions for disposing of the device as electronic waste.

Contact Aqua Computer

How to get support, feedback, and contact information.

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