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Corsair XC7 RGB User Manual

Corsair XC7 RGB
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RGB CPU Water Block
XC7 RGB
SOCKET 1200 / AM4
XC7 RGB
SOCKET 1200 / AM4
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Corsair XC7 RGB Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCPU Water Block
Cold Plate MaterialCopper
RGB LightingYes
Socket CompatibilityLGA 1700, LGA 1200, LGA 115x, AM4
Cooling MethodLiquid Cooling
MaterialCopper
Included AccessoriesMounting hardware

Summary

IMPORTANT NOTICE

PACKAGE CONTENTS

PREREQUISITES (NOT INCLUDED)

INTEL LGA-1200 INSTALLATION GUIDE

Intel LGA-1200 Backplate Installation

Attaching the Intel LGA-1200 backplate to the motherboard.

Mounting XC7 RGB Water Block (Intel LGA-1200)

Preparing and securing the water block onto the motherboard.

AMD AM4 INSTALLATION GUIDE

Installing AMD AM4 Mounting Bracket

Replacing the Intel bracket with the AMD AM4 bracket.

Optional Bracket Orientation

Adjusting bracket angle for mechanical/aesthetic reasons.

FITTING AND TUBING INSTALLATION

CONNECTING AND USING DIGITAL RGB ILLUMINATION

RGB Connector Identification and Connection

Identifying and connecting the RGB connector to controller/motherboard.

CORSAIR iCUE Software Configuration

Downloading, installing, and configuring iCUE software for effects.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Motherboard Compatibility

Checking compatibility with LGA-1200 and AM4 motherboards.

Older Intel Platform Compatibility

Compatibility with older Intel sockets like LGA-115X.

Standalone Usage

XC7 RGB requires a full custom water-cooling system.

Aluminum Water Cooling Equipment

XC7 RGB cold plate should not be mixed with aluminum.

Importance of Flow Direction

Optimal flow direction is via the INLET port for best performance.

Reusing Thermal Paste

Thermal paste must be replaced for re-installation.

Direct RGB Header Connection

Connecting RGB directly to motherboard using adapter cable.

RGB Device Daisy-Chaining

Maximum RGB devices per controller channel and recommendations.

NOTE ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

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