Aqua Computer OCTO Operating manual

OCTO
User and installation manual
User and installation manualUser and installation manual
User and installation manual
OCTO
aquasuite version X.17
Current as of April 2020
All information contained in this manual is sub ect to change without prior notice.
All rights reserved.
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Table of contents
Table of contentsTable of contents
Table of contents
1. Preface.........................................................................................4
2. Safety precautions.........................................................................4
3. Scope of delivery..........................................................................4
4. Assembly instructions.....................................................................4
5. Electrical connections....................................................................5
5.1. OCTO connector overview............................................................5
5.2. Connector “Power supply”.............................................................5
5.3. Connector “Fan 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8”................................................5
5.4. Connector “USB” .........................................................................6
5.5. Connector “aquabus”...................................................................6
5.6. Connector “flow sensor”................................................................6
5.7. Connector for temperature sensors.................................................7
5.8. Connector “RGBpx 1/2”................................................................7
5.9. Connector “signal”.......................................................................7
5.10. Status LED..................................................................................7
6. aquasuite software........................................................................8
6.1. Installation of the aquasuite software...............................................8
6.2. Basic operation............................................................................8
6.3. Symbols in the headlines................................................................8
7. Overview pages (aquasuite)...........................................................9
7.1. Desktop mode..............................................................................9
7.2. Creating new overview pages and activating edit mode....................9
7.3. Adding new elements....................................................................9
7.4. Editing existing elements..............................................................10
7.5. Values and names......................................................................10
7.6. Detailed data elements................................................................10
7.7. Log data chart............................................................................10
7.8. User defined: Images, text, drawing elements.................................11
7.9. Export and import of overview pages.............................................11
8. Data quick view and data log (aquasuite).....................................12
8.1. Log settings................................................................................12
8.2. Analyze data..............................................................................12
8.3. Manual data export.....................................................................13
8.4. Automatic data export.................................................................13
9. Sensor configuration...................................................................14
9.1. Hardware temperature sensor .....................................................14
9.2. Hardware flow sensor..................................................................14
9.3. Software sensors.........................................................................14
10. Fan configuration.....................................................................15
10.1. Fan mode power preset.............................................................15
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10.2. Fan mode temperature set point.................................................15
10.3. Fan mode curve controller.........................................................16
10.4. General fan settings..................................................................16
10.5. Fan behavior with aquabus connection to an aquaero..................17
11. RGBpx configuration.................................................................17
11.1. Create and configure additional LED controllers...........................17
11.2. Modify existing LED controllers...................................................17
11.3. Modify LED assignments............................................................17
11.4. Duplicate LED controllers...........................................................18
11.5. Delete LED controllers...............................................................18
11.6. Sound controlled effects.............................................................18
11.7. AMBIENTpx effect.....................................................................18
12. Alarm configuration..................................................................19
12.1. Signal output configuration........................................................19
12.2. Alarm reporting and alarm limits................................................19
13. Profiles.....................................................................................19
13.1. Manual profile selection............................................................20
13.2. Automatic profile selection.........................................................20
13.3. Profile configuration..................................................................20
14. System settings OCTO..............................................................20
14.1. Device information....................................................................20
14.2. Factory defaults........................................................................20
14.3. Basic RGBpx settings.................................................................20
14.4. Firmware update.......................................................................20
15. Playground (aquasuite)..............................................................21
15.1. Virtual Software Sensors.............................................................21
15.2. Global profiles.........................................................................21
15.3. Hotkeys...................................................................................22
16. aquasuite web..........................................................................22
16.1. Data export..............................................................................22
16.2. Data access.............................................................................23
16.3. Data import..............................................................................23
17. Basic settings (aquasuite)...........................................................23
17.1. Language................................................................................23
17.2. Reorder menu items..................................................................23
17.3. Units.......................................................................................24
17.4. Application start-up...................................................................24
17.5. Service administration...............................................................24
17.6. Audio and video.......................................................................24
17.7. Updates and update service.......................................................24
18. Technical details and care instructions........................................25
18.1. Technical details.......................................................................25
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18.2. Care instructions.......................................................................25
18.3. Waste disposal.........................................................................26
18.4. Contact Aqua Computer............................................................26
1.
1.1.
1. Preface
PrefacePreface
Preface
The OCTO is an eight channel PWM fan controller with outstanding functionality,
equally suited for water cooled or air cooled computers.
In addition to the eight PWM fan outputs with speed signal monitoring, the OCTO
is equipped with four temperature sensor inputs, one flow sensor input as well as
USB and aquabus interfaces. As a special feature, an integrated RGBpx effect con-
troller for up to 180 individually addressable LEDs is included.
Considering the fast technical development, we reserve the right to perform alter-
ations to the products at any time. It therefore is possible that your product does
not correspond precisely to the descriptions or especially the illustrations in this
manual.
2.
2.2.
2. Safety precautions
Safety precautionsSafety precautions
Safety precautions
The following safety precautions have to be observed at all times:
●Read this manual thoroughly and entirely!
●Save your data onto suitable media before working on your hardware!
●This product is not designed for use in life support appliances, devices, or
systems where malfunction of this product can reasonably be expected to re-
sult in personal in ury. Aqua Computer GmbH & Co. KG customers using or
selling this product for use in such application do so at their own risk and
agree to fully indemnify Aqua Computer GmbH & Co. KG for any damages
resulting from such application!
3.
3.3.
3. Scope of delivery
Scope of deliveryScope of delivery
Scope of delivery
●One OCTO controller
●One temperature sensor (replacement part no. 53026)
●One internal USB cable (replacement part no. 53215)
●Four screws M3 x 8 mm (replacement part no. 91032 or 91069)
●Four hex nuts M3 (replacement part no. 91017)
●Two screws M3 x 12 mm (replacement part no. 91003)
●Two plastic spacers (replacement part no. 91023)
●This manual
4.
4.4.
4. Assembly instructions
Assembly instructionsAssembly instructions
Assembly instructions
The OCTO controller can be installed inside the PC case using the supplied
screws and nuts. In order to access the mounting holes, bend the rubber insulation
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away from the top cover of the OCTO controller and remove the top cover. Rein-
stall the top cover afterwards. The longer distance between the mounting holes
matches 2.5 inch drives, enabling installation in 2.5 inch drive bays or onto the
bottom side of 2.5 inch drives. If necessary, remove the rubber isolation complete-
ly and install with the supplied plastic spacers instead.
Alternatively, double sided adhesive tape can be used to secure the OCTO con-
troller inside the PC case.
Make sure that the electric connectors do not have contact to metal parts or other
electronic devices inside the PC case, otherwise malfunctions or destruction of the
OCTO unit or other devices may occur!
5.
5.5.
5. Electrical connections
Electrical connectionsElectrical connections
Electrical connections
5.1.
5.1.5.1.
5.1. OCTO connector overview
OCTO connector overviewOCTO connector overview
OCTO connector overview
ATTENTION: Completely turn off your power supply or disconnect the mains pow-
er cord from the wall outlet before connecting or disconnecting any cables to/from
the device!
5.2.
5.2.5.2.
5.2. Connector “Power supply”
Connector “Power supply”Connector “Power supply”
Connector “Power supply”
Please connect a HDD power plug of your PSU to this connector. Do not use ex-
cessive force but double check the polarity of the plug if you are having trouble to
connect.
Pin assignment: Pin 1 +12 V
Pin 2 GND
Pin 3 GND
Pin 4 +5 V
5.3.
5.3.5.3.
5.3. Connector “Fan 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8”
Connector “Fan 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8”Connector “Fan 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8”
Connector “Fan 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8”
PWM regulated fan outputs with speed signal processing. The combined current of
all fan outputs must not exceed 8 A in total.
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Pin assignment: Pin 1: GND
Pin 2: 12 V / max. 2 A
Pin 3: Speed signal
Pin 4: PWM signal
5.4.
5.4.5.4.
5.4. Connector “USB”
Connector “USB” Connector “USB”
Connector “USB”
This connector is used for USB communication with a PC. Connect to an internal
USB header of your motherboard. Take special care to make sure the pin align-
ment matches your motherboard!
The corresponding connector on the motherboard is usually
a 9 pin connector with two independent USB ports. Both
rows of 4/5 pins can be used to connect an USB device.
The black wires (GND) are to be connected to the side of
the missing pin, see picture with colored pin assignment.
Pin assignment: Pin 1 +5 V (red)
Pin 2 D- (white)
Pin 3 D+ (green)
Pin 4 GND (black)
Pin 5 not connected
5.5.
5.5.5.5.
5.5. Connector “aquabus”
Connector “aquabus”Connector “aquabus”
Connector “aquabus”
Connector for communication with other Aqua Computer devices. USB and
aquabus interface can be used at the same time.
Pin assignment: Pin 1 GND
Pin 2 aquabus SDA
Pin 3 aquabus SCL
Pin 4 +5 V
Compatible aquabus devices:
●aquaero 6 XT (53146, 53206, 53250, 53251, 53262, 53263)
●aquaero 6 PRO (53145, 53253)
●aquaero 6 LT (53234)
●aquaero 5 XT (53089, 53125, 53249)
●aquaero 5 PRO (53090, 53252)
●aquaero 5 LT (53095)
5.6.
5.6.5.6.
5.6. Connector “flow sensor”
Connector “flow sensor”Connector “flow sensor”
Connector “flow sensor”
Flow sensor and special interconnecting cable are optional accessories and not in-
cluded in delivery.
Pin assignment: Pin 1 GND
Pin 2 flow sensor +5 V
Pin 3 flow sensor signal
Compatible flow sensors:
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●Flow sensor with 5.6 mm nozzle (53061)
●Flow sensor “high flow” (53068)
●Connection cable flow sensor for VISION (53212)
5.7.
5.7.5.7.
5.7. Connector for temperature sensors
Connector for temperature sensorsConnector for temperature sensors
Connector for temperature sensors
Connector for up to four temperature sensors.
Compatible sensors:
●Temperature sensor inline G1/4 (53066)
●Temperature sensor inner/outer thread G1/4 (53067)
●Temperature sensor G1/4 (53147)
●Temperature sensor plug&cool (53025)
●Temperature sensor 70 cm (53026)
5.8.
5.8.5.8.
5.8. Connector “RGBpx 1/2”
Connector “RGBpx 1/2”Connector “RGBpx 1/2”
Connector “RGBpx 1/2”
Connectors for up to 90 addressable LEDs each. Compatible LED products and
special interconnecting cables are optional accessories and not included in deliv-
ery.
If the RGBpx product to be connected has more than one RGBpx connector, the
connector marked with the word “IN” must be used! Additional RGBpx products
may be connected to the “OUT” connector.
Compatible RGBpx products:
●RGBpx LED-Strip (53268, 53269, 53270)
●RGBpx lighting set (53271, 53272)
●RGBpx Splitty4 (53267)
●RGBpx LED ring for ULTITUBE (34115)
●RGBpx LED ring for aqualis (53274, 53276)
●RGBpx LED ring for 60 mm reservoir (53277)
●RGBpx cable (53259, 53260, 53261, 53266)
5.9.
5.9.5.9.
5.9. Connector “signal”
Connector “signal”Connector “signal”
Connector “signal”
The signal output can be connected to the power switch header of the mother-
board using an additional specialized cable (53216, not included in delivery).
Pin assignment: Pin 1: open drain max 3.3 V / 5 mA
Pin 2: do not connect!
Pin 3: open drain max 3.3 V / 5 mA
5.10.
5.10.5.10.
5.10. Status LED
Status LEDStatus LED
Status LED
The red status LED is continuously on during normal operation. The status LED is
blinking during error conditions, for example after fan output deactivation due to
overload or faulty supply voltage. In case of errors, RGBpx LEDs connected to the
device will be blinking in red, disregarding the current LED controller setup.
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6.
6.6.
6. aquasuite software
aquasuite softwareaquasuite software
aquasuite software
The Windows software aquasuite is an extensive software suite and can be used
for configuration and monitoring. The software is not required for operation
though. All configuration parameters can be saved into the device's memory.
Please note: Depending on the type of product you are using, some features may
not be available for your device.
6.1.
6.1.6.1.
6.1. Installation of the aquasuite software
Installation of the aquasuite softwareInstallation of the aquasuite software
Installation of the aquasuite software
For configuration and monitoring of our products with USB interface, the aqua-
suite software is available for download from our website www.aqua-computer.de.
You will find the setup program in the support section of the website under Down-
loads/Software.
The setup program checks all connected USB devices for embedded update ser-
vice periods and offers various aquasuite versions depending on detected devices.
If no device with update service for the latest aquasuite version is found, a warning
is displayed and older aquasuite versions that do not require an update service
purchase can be selected for installation. For installation and update service vali-
dation, an internet connection is required.
The latest aquasuite version may also be installed if no suitable update service pe-
riod has been found in a device. Subsequently, update service may be purchased
or an existing key may be entered within the aquasuite. These functions can be ac-
cessed in the aquasuite/Updates tab.
6.2.
6.2.6.2.
6.2. Basic operation
Basic operationBasic operation
Basic operation
The program window is divided into two main areas. On the left side, a list of
“overview pages”, data quick view, data logger, device pages, aquasuite web and
aquasuite configuration is displayed, the right side shows the details of the current-
ly selected list element. The list can be hidden or restored by clicking the arrow
symbol in the upper left corner.
List elements may be minimized or maximized for easier access by clicking the title
bar. The title bars may contain various symbols that will be explained in the follow-
ing chapter.
6.3.
6.3.6.3.
6.3. Symbols in the headlines
Symbols in the headlinesSymbols in the headlines
Symbols in the headlines
Click the plus symbol in the “Overview pages” headline to create a new
overview page.
Clicking the monitor symbol will toggle desktop mode for this overview
page. While desktop mode is active, the color of the symbol will change
to orange.
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Overview page: Clicking the padlock symbol will unlock or lock this over-
view page for editing. Device: Device can not be used due to update ser-
vice problems, see “Updates and update service” for details.
Clicking the gear symbol will access the basic configuration page of the
selected list element.
In order to save all settings into a device, click the disk symbol in the
headline.
This symbol indicates that communication with this device is not possible
at the moment. Check USB connection and power supply of the device if
necessary.
7.
7.7.
7. Overview pages (aquasuite)
Overview pages (aquasuite)Overview pages (aquasuite)
Overview pages (aquasuite)
Current sensor readings and diagrams from all supported devices can be dis-
played in overview pages. For each device a pre-configured overview page is au-
tomatically generated the first time the device is connected to the PC. These pages
can be individually modified and new pages can be created. Within one overview
page, data from all connected devices can be accessed.
7.1.
7.1.7.1.
7.1. Desktop mode
Desktop modeDesktop mode
Desktop mode
Each overview page can be displayed directly on your desktop. You can enable
desktop mode for an overview page by clicking the monitor symbol in the list of
overview pages. Desktop mode can only be enabled for one overview page at a
time. With desktop mode enabled, elements of the overview page may cover pro-
gram symbols on your desktop, but mouse clicks are transmitted to underlying
desktop symbols.
If a overview page is unlocked for editing while desktop mode is active, the page
will be displayed in the aquasuite window for editing and the current desktop will
be displayed as background for your convenience.
7.2.
7.2.7.2.
7.2. Creating new overview pages and activating edit mode
Creating new overview pages and activating edit modeCreating new overview pages and activating edit mode
Creating new overview pages and activating edit mode
In order to create a new overview page, click the plus symbol in the headline
“Overview pages”.
Existing overview pages can be unlocked for editing by clicking lock symbol in the
page listing.
7.3.
7.3.7.3.
7.3. Adding new elements
Adding new elementsAdding new elements
Adding new elements
If the currently selected overview page is unlocked for editing, a plus symbol is dis-
played in the top right corner of the screen. Click the symbol to add a
new element to the page and select the desired element from the follow-
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ing list. All available data is displayed in a tree diagram, click the arrow symbols to
access individual items.
Confirm your selection by clicking the check symbol in the bottom right corner.
The new element will be displayed in the upper left corner and the configuration
window is displayed. Configure the element as described in the next chapters.
7.4.
7.4.7.4.
7.4. Editing existing elements
Editing existing elementsEditing existing elements
Editing existing elements
If the currently selected overview page is unlocked for
editing, right-clicking an element will access a context
menu.
To access the settings of an element, select “Settings”
in the context menu or simply double click the element.
If you want to move an element, “drag” this element
while holding down the mouse button. Release the
mouse button when the element is at the desired posi-
tion.
7.5.
7.5.7.5.
7.5. Values and names
Values and namesValues and names
Values and names
If the currently selected overview page is unlocked for editing, right-click an ele-
ment and select “Settings”. You may also double click the element.
Font face, size and color as well as position, decimal places and unit can be con-
figured for individual values.
7.6.
7.6.7.6.
7.6. Detailed data elements
Detailed data elementsDetailed data elements
Detailed data elements
If the currently selected overview page is unlocked for editing, right-click an ele-
ment and select “Settings”. You may also double click the element. Apart from po-
sition, size and color, the style of the element can be selected and configured. The
following styles are available:
●Headline only: Compact display as a headline.
●Text: Displays the numerical value in a box with a headline.
●Bar graph: Displays numerical value as well as bar graph.
●Chart: Displays the value in chronological sequence as a chart.
●Gauge: Displays the value as a analog gauge.
All display styles offer extensive configuration options, additionally statistical data
such as minimum, maximum and average can be displayed.
7.7.
7.7.7.7.
7.7. Log data chart
Log data chartLog data chart
Log data chart
This element can be used to display charts on overview pages. The charts have to
be created using the data log functionality of the aquasuite before they become
available for overview pages. Please refer to the next chapter for details. Once a
chart has been configured, it can be selected from the “Chart selection” list on the
“Display” tab of the settings dialog.
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7.8.
7.8.7.8.
7.8. User defined: Images, text, drawing elements
User defined: Images, text, drawing elementsUser defined: Images, text, drawing elements
User defined: Images, text, drawing elements
By using user defined controls, simple drawing elements such as circles, rectangles
and texts as well as images and more sophisticated elements can be added to an
overview page. To do so, add an “User defined” element to an overview page.
Switch to the “Display” tab in following dialog box, select the type of element to be
created from the drop down menu and confirm your selection by clicking the
“Load preset” button. Depending on the type of element, an additional dialog may
appear before the code (XAML, Extensible Application Markup Language) of the
new element is displayed in the lower part of the dialog window. You may want to
customize the code. By clocking the “Ok” Button, the new control is saved to the
overview page.
Step-by-step example to add an image: Select “Image” from the drop down menu
and click the “Load preset” button. Select an image file using the following file se-
lection dialog. The code is then displayed in the lower part of the dialog window
an can be modified. Save the new control by clicking the “Ok” button. The picture
will be displayed on the overview page.
More complex controls such as data bindings and animations are also available
but will require some programming experience for configuration.
7.9.
7.9.7.9.
7.9. Export and import of overview pages
Export and import of overview pagesExport and import of overview pages
Export and import of overview pages
Elements and complete overview pages can exported from the aquasuite and can
then be imported either on the same PC or on other PCs. For export as well as im-
port, the overview page must be in edit mode.
To export a complete page, right click a free spot of the page and select “Export
page” from the context menu. To export individual elements, select the element or
elements, perform a right click and select “Export selected” from the context menu.
For import, right click a free spot of the page and select “Import page” or “Import
items”from the context menu. Using “Import page”, the current page will be delet-
ed and only the imported page items will be displayed, using “Import items” will
add the items from file to the current page without altering the existing items. Dur-
ing import, the elements will be assigned to devices using the following scheme:
If a device with identical serial number is found on the computer, no changes are
made.
If no device with identical serial number is found on the computer, the element will
be assigned to the first device found of identical type.
When importing complex pages with elements referring to more than one device, it
is recommended to edit the device assignment in the file using a text editor prior to
importing.
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8.
8.8.
8. Data quick view and data log (aquasuite)
Data quick view and data log (aquasuite)Data quick view and data log (aquasuite)
Data quick view and data log (aquasuite)
All data currently monitored by the aquasuite can be accessed in the “Data quick
view” section. This includes data from connected USB devices as well as hardware
data supplied by the Aqua Computer background service. Displayed data may be
filtered using the text box next to the magnifier icon, a chart shows the develop-
ment over a maximum of ten minutes. All data shown here is not stored perma-
nently.
In contrast, the “Data log” may be used to selectively and permanently store data
from all connected Aqua Computer devices and hardware data supplied by the
background service. Logged data can then be analyzed by creating charts or be
exported to files. Data is only logged while the aquasuite software is being execut-
ed.
8.1.
8.1.8.1.
8.1. Log settings
Log settingsLog settings
Log settings
The log settings can be accessed by clicking the “Log settings” element
below the “Data log” headline in the listing. To log data, create a new
log data set by clicking the plus symbol in the upper right corner of the
settings window. Enter name, time interval and configure automatic deletion of old
data to meet your requirements. You may then add the data sources to log by
clicking the plus symbol in the “Data sources” window section. You may add an
unlimited number of data sources to each log data set, the total number of log
data sets is also unlimited.
8.2.
8.2.8.2.
8.2. Analyze data
Analyze dataAnalyze data
Analyze data
Logged data can be visually evaluated as charts. To do so, select “Ana-
lyze data” below the “Data log” headline in the listing. The chart will ini-
tially be empty, directly below the chart are eight buttons to modify the
chart. In the lower section of the window, the chart data can be configured.
To add data to the chart, first select the “Data sources” tab in the chart configura-
tion and select a data set to be displayed. If no data sources are available, you
will have to configure the log settings as described in the chapter “Log settings” of
this manual. Select the time period to be displayed on the right side of the window
and add the data to the chart by clicking the “Add data to chart” button. Repeat
this procedure if you want to display more than one data set in the chart.
You may modify the chart using the “Chart setup” and “Data series setup” tabs.
Finally, you can use the “Chart manager” tab to save the current chart configura-
tion and to load or delete previously saved configurations. All saved chart configu-
rations will be available on overview pages for the “Log data chart” element.
The currently displayed chart can be edited by using the buttons directly below the
chart and may also be saved as an image file. The button corresponding to the
currently selected function is highlighted by an orange frame. Please refer to the
following list for details on each function:
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To save the currently displayed chart as an image file, click the floppy
disk symbol and select a name and location in the following dialog.
This function can be used to add horizontal lines to the chart. While this
function is activated, simply click into the chart to add a line at the current
cursor position.
This function can be used to add vertical lines to the chart. While this
function is activated, simply click into the chart to add a line at the current
cursor position.
This function can be used to add annotations to the chart. While this
function is activated, simply click into the chart to add an annotation at
the current cursor position. By clicking into the text box, you may edit the
text. You may also drag the little circle beside the text box to move the connecting
line to the desired position. Use drag and drop to move existing annotations.
This function can be used to remove horizontal/vertical lines or annota-
tions from the chart. While this function is activated, simply click the ele-
ment to be removed.
This function can be used to move the visible portion of the chart. Press
and hold the mouse button while moving the cursor in the chart to select
the position to be displayed, then release the button.
This function can be used to zoom in and out. Use the mouse wheel or
select the area to be displayed. You can reset the zoom settings by dou-
ble-clicking in the chart area.
This function can be used to reload and update the chart.
This function will completely remove the chart.
8.3.
8.3.8.3.
8.3. Manual data export
Manual data exportManual data export
Manual data export
Saved data can be exported from the data log into a XML file. To do so, select
“Analyze data” below the “Data log” headline in the listing. Select the “Data
sources” tab in the chart configuration and select a data set to be exported. If no
data sources are available, you will have to configure the log settings as described
in the chapter “Log settings” of this manual. Select the time period to be exported
on the right side of the window and start the export process by clicking the “Export
data” button. Enter a file name and path in the following dialog window.
8.4.
8.4.8.4.
8.4. Automatic data export
Automatic data exportAutomatic data export
Automatic data export
The automatic data export feature can be used to save data from the
aquasuite into an XML file on the hard disk or in the RAM (“memory
mapped file”) in a regular time interval. The automatic data export will al-
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ways overwrite the previously saved data, so the file always contains only the most
recent data set. Select “Automatic data export” below the “Data log” headline in
the listing to access the settings screen. Create a new export data set by clicking
the plus symbol in the upper right corner of the screen. Enter name, path and time
interval to meet your requirements. You may then add the data sources to log by
clicking the plus symbol in the “Data sources” window section. You may add an
unlimited number of data sources to each export data set, the total number of ex-
port data sets is also unlimited.
9.
9.9.
9. Sensor configuration
Sensor configurationSensor configuration
Sensor configuration
Select “Sensors” from the device list below the “OCTO” entry. In the up-
per area, the twenty-one available sensors are displayed including current
data. In the lower area, the currently selected sensor can be configured.
9.1.
9.1.9.1.
9.1. Hardware temperature sensor
Hardware temperature sensor Hardware temperature sensor
Hardware temperature sensor
The first four sensors in the list represent the temperature sensor inputs of the
OCTO.
If necessary, each temperature sensor can be calibrated by adding an offset of
±15 °C.
9.2.
9.2.9.2.
9.2. Hardware flow sensor
Hardware flow sensorHardware flow sensor
Hardware flow sensor
The fifth sensor in the list represents the flow sensor input of the OCTO. Calibra-
tion values for sensors sold by Aqua Computer can conveniently be selected from
a drop-down list. Select the appropriate entry for the flow sensor connected to the
OCTO.
If necessary, the flow rate can be calibrated by ±10 %.
9.3.
9.3.9.3.
9.3. Software sensors
Software sensorsSoftware sensors
Software sensors
The last sixteen sensors in the list are software sensors and can be used to transmit
sensor data that is not physically available to the OCTO controller from the com-
puter by USB connection.
During installation of the aquasuite, the background service “Aqua Computer Ser-
vice” is also installed. This service supplies various data from PC components and
imported data from aquasuite web, additionally sensor data provided by third par-
ty software can be accessed. In order to access third party software data, the third
party software has to be correctly installed, configured and running.
Currently, the “Aqua Computer Service” supports data transfer from “HWiNFO”
(REALiX, Freeware, www.hwinfo.com) and “AIDA64” (FinalWire Ltd., sub ect to li-
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HWiNFO automatically exports all sensor values, the “Sensor Status” Window has
to be open.
In the AIDA64 preferences menu, writing to WMI must be activated in the „external
applications“ sub-menu:
By clicking the plus symbol labeled “Data source”, one of the provided sensors
can be assigned to the selected software sensor.
For each software sensor, a scale factor and an offset may be configured for ma-
nipulation of the displayed sensor value. Data from third party software regularly
requires the scale factor to be ad usted.
10.
10.10.
10. Fan configuration
Fan configurationFan configuration
Fan configuration
Select “Fan” from the device list below the “OCTO” entry. All available
fan outputs will be displayed in the upper region of the page. Click on
any element to display and edit the configuration for this fan output.
10.1.
10.1.10.1.
10.1. Fan mode power preset
Fan mode power presetFan mode power preset
Fan mode power preset
If power preset mode is selected, you can manually set the desired output power of
the fan output.
10.2.
10.2.10.2.
10.2. Fan mode temperature set point
Fan mode temperature set pointFan mode temperature set point
Fan mode temperature set point
This mode can be used to automatically ad ust fan speed depending on the cur-
rent temperature reading of one of the up to nine available temperature sensors.
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The desired target temperature can be configured, all other parameters should not
be changed for normal operation.
10.3.
10.3.10.3.
10.3. Fan mode curve controller
Fan mode curve controllerFan mode curve controller
Fan mode curve controller
This mode can be used to automatically ad ust fan speed depending on the cur-
rent temperature reading of one of the up to nine available temperature sensors.
The controller curve can be configured by assigning output values to 16 corre-
sponding temperature values.
The output value in percent corresponding to the current temperature is scaled to
the range between minimum and maximum fan power settings before being ap-
plied to the fan output.
The startup temperature will also be factored into the controller output. The output
power defined in the curve controller will be ignored and set to 0 % as long as the
input temperature has not exceeded the defined startup temperature for the first
time. After the startup temperature has been exceeded, the output will strictly be
set according to the defined curve until the output value goes down to 0 % again.
This will trigger the startup process again, meaning the temperature has to exceed
the defined startup temperature again before the curve will be in effect once more.
This behavior is meant to prevent fans assigned to the curve controller to be
switched on and off in rapid succession. If the first point on the curve is set to a
power greater than 0 %, this behavior is deactivated.
In the aquasuite, controller curves can easily be ad usted using drag & drop and
curves can automatically be generated from start and end points. In the graphical
curve display, the currently displayed area can be changed using the following
methods:
●Mouse wheel movements will zoom in and out.
●A double click on an axis will reset zoom level for this axis, a double click
into the diagram will reset both axes.
●Selecting an area on an axis will zoom this axis to this area, selecting an
area in the diagram will zoom both axes to this area.
●Mouse movement while right button is pressed will move the displayed area
of the diagram.
10.4.
10.4.10.4.
10.4. General fan settings
General fan settingsGeneral fan settings
General fan settings
Depending on currently selected fan mode, additional parameters can be config-
ured.
The start boost feature can be used to reliably power up a fan or pump connected
to the output. If activated, the controller will set the fan output to the 100 % power
for a short duration before switching to normal operation whenever the output
power changes from exactly 0 % setting to a higher value.
The fan output range can be limited by setting “Minimum power” and ”Maximum
power” values correspondingly. The check box “Hold minimum power” determines
whether the fan will be switched off during a power setting of 0 % (box not
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checked) or remain active at the set minimum speed (box checked). Set minimum
power to a value at which the connected fan reliably starts up.
The “Maximum fan speed for bar graph and chart” setting applies only to diagram
scaling within the aquasuite and has no effect on the fan output.
10.5.
10.5.10.5.
10.5. Fan behavior with aquabus connection to an aquaero
Fan behavior with aquabus connection to an aquaeroFan behavior with aquabus connection to an aquaero
Fan behavior with aquabus connection to an aquaero
As soon as an aquabus connection between the OCTO and an aquaero 5/6 is
established, the fan output is solely controlled by the aquaero. All settings in the
OCTO regarding fan function will be ignored. Only if aquabus is disconnected,
the settings in the OCTO will be used for controlling the fan output again.
11.
11.11.
11. RGBpx configuration
RGBpx configurationRGBpx configuration
RGBpx configuration
Select “RGBpx” from the device list below the “OCTO” entry.
In the RGBpx overview, select the RGBpx output to be configured.
After selecting a RGBpx output, new LED controllers can be added. Posi-
tion and number of assigned LEDs can be modified for existing LED controllers,
controller settings can be modified.
11.1.
11.1.11.1.
11.1. Create and configure additional LED controllers
Create and configure additional LED controllersCreate and configure additional LED controllers
Create and configure additional LED controllers
After selecting a RGBpx output, new LED controllers can be added by
clicking the plus symbol. Alternatively, use the right mouse button and se-
lect “New” from the context menu. Select the desired effect from the su-
perimposed list of available effects. The controller name can be altered from its
default as well. Confirm you selection by clicking the check symbol in the lower
right corner.
The configuration of the newly added LED controller can be modified in the lower
area of the window. Each LED controller can activated or deactivated for each of
the four available profiles as well. Most effects offer extensive customization op-
tions such as color selection or speed ad ustment. Additionally, many effects can
be configured to modify effect parameters depending on current sensor data.
In total, up to 6 LED controllers can be configured for each output.
11.2.
11.2.11.2.
11.2. Modify existing LED controllers
Modify existing LED controllersModify existing LED controllers
Modify existing LED controllers
Existing LED controllers can be selected by clicking the corresponding col-
or bars, the configuration of the selected controller can then be modified
in the lower area of the window.
By clicking the gear symbol, the effect to be displayed can be changed and the
controller name can be altered. Confirm you selection by clicking the check sym-
bol in the lower right corner.
11.3.
11.3.11.3.
11.3. Modify LED assignments
Modify LED assignmentsModify LED assignments
Modify LED assignments
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Existing LED controllers can be moved by using “drag&drop”on the corre-
sponding color bars. The position of the color bar defines the position of
the effect on the connected LEDs. Controllers positioned further up in the
list have higher priority than controllers further below.
The length of the bar (corresponding to the number of LEDs assigned) can be
changed by moving the right/left edge of the color bar.
11.4.
11.4.11.4.
11.4. Duplicate LED controllers
Duplicate LED controllersDuplicate LED controllers
Duplicate LED controllers
Select the LED controller(s) to be duplicated and click the duplicate sym-
bol to create new LED controllers using identical configurations. Alterna-
tively, use the right mouse button and select “Duplicate” from the context
menu.
These duplicated controllers will initially have configurations identical to the origi-
nal controllers, but can be modified without affecting the original controllers.
In total, up to 6 LED controllers can be configured for each output.
11.5.
11.5.11.5.
11.5. Delete LED controllers
Delete LED controllersDelete LED controllers
Delete LED controllers
Select the LED controller(s) to be deleted and click the delete symbol to
delete the selected controllers. Alternatively, use the right mouse button
and select “Delete” from the context menu.
11.6.
11.6.11.6.
11.6. Sound controlled effects
Sound controlled effectsSound controlled effects
Sound controlled effects
Sound controlled effects can be used to visualize the current audio output of the
computer. A warning in the LED configuration area will notify you if audio analysis
has been disabled in the aquasuite. In this case, please enable the feature in the
general aquasuite configuration. The general aquasuite configuration can also be
used to modify existing audio filters and define custom audio filters.
11.7.
11.7.11.7.
11.7. AMBIENTpx effect
AMBIENTpx effectAMBIENTpx effect
AMBIENTpx effect
The AMBIENTpx effect replicates the border area of the current monitor content on
the configured LEDs. This effect is meant to be used with LED strips installed to the
rear of the monitor for background lighting. A warning in the LED configuration
area will notify you if video analysis has been disabled in the aquasuite. In this
case, please enable the feature in the general aquasuite configuration.
For each configured AMBIENTpx effect, please select the correct monitor, edge
and desktop range to evaluate for the effect.
Prerequisites and limitations:
●The AMBIENTpx effect requires Microsoft Windows operating system version
8.1 or newer.
●Screen content preventing analysis by DRM or similar methods cannot be
analyzed.
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●Multi monitor setups must be configured using standard procedures of the
operating system. Special features of the graphics card driver like “NVIDIA
Surround” or “AMD Eyefinity” must be disabled.
●AMBIENTpx is not available while “NVIDIA G-Sync” is active.
12.
12.12.
12. Alarm configuration
Alarm configurationAlarm configuration
Alarm configuration
Select “Alarms” from the device list below the “OCTO” entry.
12.1.
12.1.12.1.
12.1. Signal output configuration
Signal output configurationSignal output configuration
Signal output configuration
The signal header can be configured as a speed signal output or as a switching
output.
Option “Power switch (53216)”: This mode can be used for emergency shutdown
of the PC, if the “signal” header is connected to the power switch header of the
motherboard using a suitable cable (art. 53216). Before connecting the cable,
make sure the signal output is configured correctly! After connecting the cable, test
the setup by deliberately creating an alarm condition. If the PC is not shut down,
the cable header connected to the motherboard must be rotated by 180 degrees
and the test has to be repeated. Emergency shutdown may result in data loss as
operating system and running programs are not shut down properly!
12.2.
12.2.12.2.
12.2. Alarm reporting and alarm limits
Alarm reporting and alarm limitsAlarm reporting and alarm limits
Alarm reporting and alarm limits
Select the data sources to be monitored and set appropriate alarm limits. If the
current reading is below the limit (flow sensors) or higher than the limit (tempera-
ture sensors), an alarm will be raised if the check box “Activate alarm evaluation”
is set for this value.
On the alarm page within the aquasuite, all sources that currently raise an alarm
are highlighted with a red background color. Alarms that have been active at least
once since device start-up, but are not active presently, are highlighted with a yel-
low background color.
Make sure only to use readings for alarm evaluation that are functional with your
specific setup.
13.
13.13.
13. Profiles
ProfilesProfiles
Profiles
Select “Profiles” from the device list below the “OCTO” entry.
The profile management can be used to to save four configurations as
profiles and activate them manually or automatically. Profile manage-
ment is a software feature of the aquasuite and requires a USB connection to the
OCTO.
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13.1.
13.1.13.1.
13.1. Manual profile selection
Manual profile selectionManual profile selection
Manual profile selection
Select the profile to be activated by clicking the corresponding button.
13.2.
13.2.13.2.
13.2. Automatic profile selection
Automatic profile selectionAutomatic profile selection
Automatic profile selection
Profiles can be activated automatically using the global profiles feature of the
aquasuite, see chapter 15.2. for details.
13.3.
13.3.13.3.
13.3. Profile configuration
Profile configurationProfile configuration
Profile configuration
All configuration changes are automatically stored in the currently active profile.
The current configuration can also be stored in any other profile by clicking the
corresponding button.
14.
14.14.
14. System settings OCTO
System settings OCTOSystem settings OCTO
System settings OCTO
Select “System” from the device list below the “OCTO” entry.
14.1.
14.1.14.1.
14.1. Device information
Device informationDevice information
Device information
The details displayed here might be required when you contact our service for sup-
port. You may enter a “Device description” for easier identification, this text will be
displayed in the device list and in the data quick view.
14.2.
14.2.14.2.
14.2. Factory defaults
Factory defaultsFactory defaults
Factory defaults
Click the button “Reset device to factory defaults” in the aquasuite or select the
“Factory defaults” entry from the menu for a complete reset of all settings. You will
have to completely reconfigure the device after resetting it to factory defaults!
14.3.
14.3.14.3.
14.3. Basic RGBpx settings
Basic RGBpx settingsBasic RGBpx settings
Basic RGBpx settings
Both RGBpx outputs can be completely disabled and the brightness of both out-
puts can be ad usted using a slider.
14.4.
14.4.14.4.
14.4. Firmware update
Firmware updateFirmware update
Firmware update
The most up to date firmware for all supported devices is always included in the
current version of the aquasuite software. The button “ Update firmware now” will
start the update process for the device firmware.
During the firmware update process, do not disconnect the device from the PC
and do not power down the PC! After the firmware is successfully updated, the
aquasuite software will be automatically closed.
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