Cooler Master MasterLiquid ML240L V2 RGB White Edition

Important Note on Initial Operation

As a result of bubbles in the coolant, you might hear sounds coming from your cooler on the first run. Just chill out for 15 minutes and the sounds will disappear.

Package Contents

Please verify that all parts are present before proceeding with installation:

• Fan (A) x2
• Intel Backplate (B) x1
• Intel Mounting Bracket (C) x2
• AMD Mounting Bracket (D) x2
• Standoffs for Intel LGA 115X/1200 (E) x4
• Standoffs for Intel LGA 115X/1200 (F) x4
• Standoffs for Intel LGA 2066/2011-v3/2011 (G) x4
• Screws for Intel Mounting (H) x4
• Screws for Radiator/Fan Mounting (I) x8
• Thermal Paste Applicator (J) x1
• Screws for Pump Mounting (K) x8
• Fan & RGB Cable Splitter (L) x1
• Fan Cable Splitter (M) x1
• Cable Clips (N) x3
• RGB Controller (O) x1
• RGB Extension Cable (P) x1
• ARGB Hub (Q) x1

Installation Guide: Intel Processors

Step 1: Mount Fans to Radiator

Attach the two fans (A) to the radiator using eight screws (I). Ensure the fans are oriented to push air through the radiator.

Step 2: Prepare Motherboard for Intel Sockets

For Intel LGA 2066/2011-v3/2011:

• Install standoffs (G) into the motherboard's CPU socket mounting holes.

For Intel LGA 115X/1200:

• Install the Intel backplate (B) behind the motherboard's CPU socket.
• Install standoffs (F) into the motherboard's CPU socket mounting holes, screwing them into the backplate (B).

Step 3: Prepare the Pump Unit

WARNING: Remove the protective sticker from the pump's contact surface before installation.

Apply thermal paste from the applicator (J) onto the center of the CPU's Integrated Heat Spreader (IHS).

Step 4: Mount the Pump Unit to the Motherboard

For Intel LGA 2066/2011-v3/2011:

• Attach the Intel mounting brackets (C) to the pump unit.
• Align the pump unit over the CPU and the standoffs (G).
• Secure the pump unit using four screws (H), tightening them in a cross pattern (1 -> 3 -> 2 -> 4) until snug.

For Intel LGA 115X/1200:

• Align the pump unit over the CPU and the standoffs (F).
• Secure the pump unit using four screws (E), tightening them in a cross pattern (1 -> 3 -> 2 -> 4) until snug.

Installation Guide: AMD Processors

Step 1: Mount Fans to Radiator

Attach the two fans (A) to the radiator using eight screws (I). Ensure the fans are oriented to push air through the radiator.

Step 2: Prepare Motherboard for AMD Sockets

For AMD Sockets AM4 / AM3+ / AM3 / AM2+ / FM2+ / FM2 / FM1:

• The stock AMD retention clips may need to be removed.
• Attach the AMD mounting brackets (D) to the pump unit.

Step 3: Prepare the Pump Unit

WARNING: Remove the protective sticker from the pump's contact surface before installation.

Apply thermal paste from the applicator (J) onto the center of the CPU's Integrated Heat Spreader (IHS).

Step 4: Mount the Pump Unit to the Motherboard

For AMD Sockets AM4 / AM3+ / AM3 / AM2+ / FM2+ / FM2 / FM1:

• Align the pump unit over the CPU. The AMD brackets (D) will hook onto the motherboard's stock mounting mechanism.
• Secure the pump unit by tightening the four screws (E) in a cross pattern (1 -> 3 -> 2 -> 4) until snug.

Wiring and RGB Setup

Connect the components for cooling and RGB lighting:

Fan Connection:

• Use the Fan & RGB Cable Splitter (L) to connect both fans (A) to a single header on the motherboard (CPU_FAN) and a single RGB header.
• Alternatively, use the Fan Cable Splitter (M) to connect fans to separate headers if preferred.

RGB Lighting Connection:

The MasterLiquid ML240L V2 RGB White Edition uses addressable RGB (ARGB) components. You can control the lighting via the included RGB Controller (O) or connect it to your motherboard's ARGB header.

• Using the RGB Controller (O):
  • Connect the ARGB Hub (Q) to the RGB Controller (O) using the RGB Extension Cable (P).
  • Connect the fans (A) and any other ARGB devices to the ARGB Hub (Q) using the appropriate cables (often included with fans or the hub).
  • Connect the RGB Controller (O) to a SATA power connector from your power supply.
  • The RGB Controller (O) allows you to cycle through lighting modes, colors, and fan speeds using its buttons.
• Connecting to Motherboard ARGB Header:
  • Connect the ARGB Hub (Q) directly to your motherboard's 3-pin ARGB header (typically labeled 'ARGB_HEADER' or similar, often 5V). Ensure correct pin alignment (12V, G, R, B).
  • Connect the fans (A) to the ARGB Hub (Q).
  • Connect the RGB Controller (O) to a SATA power connector from your power supply. The controller can still be used to manage lighting if not connected to the motherboard's ARGB header.

Use the included Cable Clips (N) to manage and secure your cables neatly.

Note on Fan Connectors:

• PWM Fan Connector: Typically a 4-pin connector, providing power and speed control signals (PWM). It may also include a tachometer signal (FG - Frame Generation).
• ARGB Connector: Typically a 3-pin connector for addressable RGB lighting, with pins for 12V, Green, Red, and Blue data. Ensure correct orientation.

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