Mars Gaming ML360 CPU Cooler Installation Guide

Product Overview

This document provides essential installation instructions for the Mars Gaming ML360 CPU cooler. It is designed to offer efficient thermal management for your computer's processor and features customizable ARGB lighting for enhanced aesthetics.

The cooler is engineered for compatibility with a wide range of Intel and AMD CPU sockets, ensuring broad system support.

Intel Socket Installation

Follow these steps for installing the ML360 cooler on Intel CPU sockets:

Step 1: Prepare Motherboard

Begin by installing the Intel-specific mounting bracket (labeled 'A' in the diagrams) onto your motherboard. Secure this bracket using the provided screws.

Step 2: Apply Thermal Paste and Mount Cooler

Apply a small, pea-sized amount of the included thermal paste to the center of the CPU's integrated heat spreader (IHS). Carefully position the CPU cooler's heatsink assembly directly over the CPU, aligning it with the installed mounting bracket.

Step 3: Secure the Cooler

Fasten the cooler in place using the designated retention hardware. This typically involves screws (such as those labeled 'B', 'C', and 'J' in the diagrams) that attach the cooler to the mounting bracket, ensuring firm and even contact with the CPU.

AMD Socket Installation

These instructions cover the installation process for AMD CPU sockets:

Step 4: Prepare Motherboard (Standard AMD Sockets)

For standard AMD sockets (e.g., AM4), attach the AMD-specific mounting bracket (labeled 'B' in the diagrams) to the motherboard. Secure it using the appropriate screws.

Step 5: Apply Thermal Paste and Mount Cooler (Standard AMD Sockets)

Apply thermal paste to the AMD CPU. Place the cooler heatsink onto the CPU, aligning it with the AMD mounting bracket.

Step 6: Secure the Cooler (Standard AMD Sockets)

Use the provided fasteners (such as screws labeled 'F', 'G', 'H', and 'J' in the diagrams) to firmly attach the cooler to the mounting bracket, ensuring proper contact.

AMD sTRX4 / sTR4 / SP3 Socket Installation

For high-end desktop platforms utilizing AMD Threadripper sockets (sTRX4, TR4, SP3), follow these specific mounting procedures:

Install the cooler using the designated mounting hardware. This process involves components labeled 'Q', 'N', 'P', and 'J' in the diagrams, which are designed to accommodate the larger surface area of Threadripper CPUs and ensure correct mounting pressure.

ARGB Lighting Control

The Mars Gaming ML360 features Addressable RGB (ARGB) lighting for customizable visual effects.

Connect the ARGB cables from the cooler and its fans to either the included ARGB controller or directly to compatible ARGB headers on your motherboard. This allows for synchronization with other system lighting or independent control via software. The diagrams illustrate connections for automatic ARGB lighting synchronization.

Fan Connection

Connect the power cables for the cooler's fans to the designated fan headers on your motherboard or a dedicated fan hub. Ensure correct polarity for each connection.

The provided diagrams show how to connect multiple fans, which may involve daisy-chaining or connecting to a central hub to manage airflow and power distribution effectively.