Installation

I started off by installing the backplate and securing it to the motherboard. Once the backplate is installed, I secured the fans and radiator to the case.


With that done, apply whatever thermal compound you wish, be it the included paste from Swiftech or something else you prefer. With the paste applied all that needs to be done is to slide the CPU block into place and secure it.


The final step requires plugging everything in. First, find a good spot to position the IRIS RGB controller; somewhere all the various plugs can reach. Then, plug the fans and RGB LED power plugs into the controller. Finally, hook up SATA power for the pump and controller. With everything plugged in, you are ready to go.

Swiftech's H240 X3 is relatively easy to install, and I would rate it an 8 on a scale of 1 (hardest) to 10 (easiest) in terms of installation. The process is easy enough overall for first-time builders not to run into any problems, which is due to the clear and concise instructions Swiftech includes.