Installation

The first thing to do to install the cooler is to prepare the backplate by putting the nuts into their correct positions and then securing them in place with the plastic end caps. With that done, you will need to install the rubber loading blocks. One is for Intel sockets, and the other a larger one for AMD sockets. With the backplate ready, secure the mounting bracket to the pump with the eight small screws.


Next, secure the backplate to the motherboard by getting it into position, putting the red washers on the standoffs, and screwing them into the backplate. With the backplate secure, it is now time to apply thermal paste.


At this point, you can secure the pump to the motherboard with the spring screws, followed by securing the radiator to the chassis. Depending on the amount of space you are working with, you may also want to plug in the pump's wiring harness before it's secured to the motherboard.


It's now time to attach the fans and plug everything in.

Overall, the installation was pretty straightforward on AMD, and the same applies to Intel. While there are a few extra steps due to the mounting hardware's design, it works just fine. In addition, there were no serious problems or even headaches to deal with, so installation difficulty isn't affected even though it may appear a bit more complex than other offerings.