MSI MAG CORELIQUID V2 Series User Guide
This guide provides detailed information on the MSI MAG CORELIQUID 360R V2, 280R V2, and 240R V2 AIO CPU liquid coolers, including packing contents and installation instructions for various Intel and AMD CPU sockets.
Warranty Information
The warranty term and conditions may differ by region. For specific warranty details applicable to your purchased product, please contact MSI's local offices or representatives.
Packing Contents
Verify all components are present before installation. The package includes:
- A: Pump Unit / Water Block (x1)
- B: Radiator Fans (x3 for 360mm models, x2 for 280mm models, x2 for 240mm models)
- C: Intel Mounting Bracket (for LGA 2066/2011) (x1)
- D: AMD Mounting Bracket (for AM5/AM4/AM3) (x1)
- E: Intel Mounting Bracket (for LGA 1366) / AMD Mounting Bracket (for TR4/TRX4/SP3) (x1)
- F: Intel LGA 1700 Mounting Bracket (x1)
- G: AMD Mounting Bracket (for AM5/AM4/AM3) (x1)
- H: Intel Mounting Screws (x8 for 240/280mm, x12 for 360mm)
- I: Intel Mounting Screws (x8 for 240/280mm, x12 for 360mm)
- J: AMD Mounting Clips (x2)
- K: Intel Standoffs (for LGA 115x/1200) (x4)
- L: Intel/AMD Standoffs (for LGA 1700, AM5/AM4/AM3, TR4/TRX4/SP3) (x4)
- M: Intel Mounting Screws (for LGA 115x/1200) (x4)
- N: Intel Standoffs (for LGA 2066/2011) / AMD Standoffs (for TR4/TRX4/SP3) (x4)
- O: Pump Mounting Screws (x4)
- P: Intel LGA 1700 Mounting Screws (x4)
- Q: Thermal Paste Applicator (x4)
- R: Fan Power Cable (x1)
- S: Thermal Paste Syringe (x1)
- T: Fan Splitter Cable (x1 for 240/280mm)
- U: Fan Splitter Cable (x1 for 360mm)
- V: Fan Splitter Cable (x1 for 360mm)
Installation Instructions
Follow the diagrams carefully for correct installation. Ensure compatibility with your CPU socket type. Step 1: Mount the Bracket to Motherboard Screw standoffs (N) into the motherboard's CPU mounting holes. Attach the Intel mounting bracket (C) to the pump unit (A). Place the pump unit assembly onto the CPU. Step 2: Secure the Pump Unit Apply thermal paste (S) to the CPU surface. Align the pump unit's bracket (C) with the standoffs (N). Secure the pump unit by screwing screws (O) through the bracket into the standoffs. Tighten screws in a cross pattern (1-3-2-4) for even pressure. Step 1: Mount the Bracket to Motherboard For LGA 1156/1155/1151/1150/1200 sockets: Screw standoffs (K) into the motherboard's CPU mounting holes. Attach the Intel mounting bracket (E) to the pump unit (A). Place the pump unit assembly onto the CPU. Step 2: Secure the Pump Unit Apply thermal paste (S) to the CPU surface. Align the pump unit's bracket (E) with the standoffs (K). Secure the pump unit by screwing screws (M) through the bracket into the standoffs. Tighten screws in a cross pattern (1-3-2-4) for even pressure. Step 1: Mount the Bracket to Motherboard Screw standoffs (N) into the motherboard's CPU mounting holes. Attach the Intel mounting bracket (C) to the pump unit (A). Place the pump unit assembly onto the CPU. Step 2: Secure the Pump Unit Apply thermal paste (S) to the CPU surface. Align the pump unit's bracket (C) with the standoffs (N). Secure the pump unit by screwing screws (L) through the bracket into the standoffs. Tighten screws in a cross pattern (1-3-2-4) for even pressure. Step 1: Mount the Bracket to Motherboard Screw standoffs (L) into the motherboard's LGA 1700 mounting holes. Attach the Intel LGA 1700 mounting bracket (F) to the pump unit (A). Place the pump unit assembly onto the CPU. Step 2: Secure the Pump Unit Apply thermal paste (S) to the CPU surface. Align the pump unit's bracket (F) with the standoffs (L). Secure the pump unit by screwing screws (P) through the bracket into the standoffs. Tighten screws in a cross pattern (1-3-2-4) for even pressure. Step 1: Mount the Bracket to Motherboard Utilize the AMD stock backplate (pre-installed on the motherboard). Screw standoffs (L) into the motherboard's CPU mounting holes, passing through the backplate. Attach the AMD mounting bracket (D) to the pump unit (A). Place the pump unit assembly onto the CPU. Step 2: Secure the Pump Unit Apply thermal paste (S) to the CPU surface. Align the pump unit's bracket (D) with the standoffs (L). Secure the pump unit by using AMD mounting clips (J) to attach the pump unit to the bracket. The diagram shows a cross pattern for securing the clips. Step 1: Mount the Bracket to Motherboard Utilize the AMD stock backplate. Screw standoffs (N) into the motherboard's CPU mounting holes. Attach the AMD mounting bracket (E) to the pump unit (A). Place the pump unit assembly onto the CPU. Step 2: Secure the Pump Unit Apply thermal paste (S) to the CPU surface. Align the pump unit's bracket (E) with the standoffs (N). Secure the pump unit by screwing screws (L) through the bracket into the standoffs. Tighten screws in a cross pattern (1-3-2-4) for even pressure. Connect the radiator fans to the motherboard or a fan controller using the provided fan splitter cables (T for 240/280mm, U/V for 360mm). Connect the pump unit to the CPU_FAN header on the motherboard using the provided cable (R).Intel LGA 2066 / 2011 CPU Installation
Intel LGA 1156 / 1155 / 1151 / 1150 / 1200 CPU Installation
Intel LGA 1366 CPU Installation
Intel LGA 1700 CPU Installation
AMD AM5 / AM4 / AM3 CPU Installation
AMD SocketTR4 / sTRX4 / SP3 (360) CPU Installation
Connecting Fans and Power