Corsair H100i v2 User manual

Note: Most newer PC cases include a CPU cutout to allow access to the bottom
of the motherboard. If your case does not include a cutout, you will need to
remove your motherboard from the case before installation.
Included Hardware
Highlighted parts for Intel installation only
Note: The H100i v2 comes with Intel mounting bracket pre-installed on the pump for quick installation.
x1 INTEL MOUNTING BRACKET
(PRE-INSTALLED)
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x8 SHORT SCREWS
K
CORSAIR LINK USB CABLE
(Included)
L
x2 SP120L FANS
F
x1 INTEL BACKPLATE
H
x8 LONG FAN SCREWS
A
x4 THUMBSCREWS
E
x4 LGA 2011 STANDOFF
C
x4 LGA 115X / 1366 STANDOFF
B
x16 WASHER
G
x4 AMD BLACK STANDOFF
D
x1 AMD MOUNTING
BRACKET
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QUICK START GUIDE
EXTREME PERFORMANCE LIQUID CPU COOLER
H100i v2

1Installing the Intel Backplate
• For LGA 115X installation, slide the backplate
pins inside (figure 1).
• For LGA 1366 installation, slide the backplate
pins outside (figure 1).
• Install the assembled backplate (figure 2).
Note: Intel LGA 2011 does not require backplate
installation. Proceed to step 2.
LGA 1366
LGA
115X
figure 1
figure 2

2Installing the Intel Stando Screws
• Attach the provided Intel stando.
• Use (B) for LGA 115X / 1366, or (C)
for LGA 2011.
• Tighten all four screws until firmly secure.
C
B
LGA2011
LGA 115X/1366
3Install the Fans and Radiator
Attach the radiator and the fans as shown. For the best
cooling performance, we recommend mounting the fans
as an air-intake to your PC case.
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Installing the Pump Unit
• Align the bracket and pump over the
stando screws as shown.
• Tighten the thumbs screws until all
four corners are firmly secured.
Connect Power to the Fans and Pump
figure 1 figure 2
• Connect the pump power cable to the
CPU_FAN header on your motherboard.
• Connect the fans to the two connectors
coming o the pump.
4-PIN 3-PIN

6Connect Pump to USB Header
Using the included Corsair Link™USB cable,
attach pump unit to a motherboard USB header.
Included Hardware
Highlighted parts for AMD installation only
Note: the H100i v2 comes with the INTEL mounting bracket pre-installed on the pump for quick installation.
x1 INTEL MOUNTING BRACKET
(PRE-INSTALLED)
I
x8 SHORT SCREWS
K
CORSAIR LINK USB CABLE
(Included)
L
x2 SP120L FANS
F
x1 INTEL BACKPLATE
H
x8 LONG FAN SCREWS
A
x4 THUMBSCREWS
E
x4 LGA 2011 STANDOFF
C
x4 LGA 115X / 1366 STANDOFF
B
x16 WASHER
G
x4 AMD BLACK STANDOFF
D
x1 AMD MOUNTING
BRACKET
J

1Installing the AMD Stando Screws
figure 1 figure 2
• Remove the stock AMD top mounting
bracket(s) shown. (figure 1)
• Attach the provided AMD stando. (figure 2)
• Tighten all four screws until firmly secure. (figure 2)
Note: The stock AMD motherboard backplate is used
for AMD installation. AMD stando are black to
dierentiate between Intel stando.
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2Installing the AMD Mounting Bracket
Note: It is important that the AMD retention bracket be
evenly secured on all sides before installation!
• Remove the integrated Intel mounting bracket by
pushing on the metal piece, turning 1/8th turn,
and pulling away from the copper coldplate (figure 1).
• Install the AMD bracket by aligning the metal teeth,
pushing in, turning 1/8th turn the opposite direction,
and allowing bracket to secure (figure 2).
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1/8
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figure 1 figure 2

3Install the Fans and Radiator
Attach the radiator and the fan as shown. For the best
cooling performance, we recommend mounting the fans
as an air-intake to your PC case.
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E
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• Align the bracket and pump over the
stando screws as shown.
• Tighten the thumb screws until all four
corners are firmly secured.
Installing the Pump Unit

5 6
Connect Power to the Fans and Pump
figure 1 figure 2
Connect Pump to USB Header
Using the included Corsair Link™USB cable,
attach pump unit to a motherboard USB header.
• Connect the pump power cable to the
CPU_FAN header on your motherboard.
• Connect the fans to the two connectors
coming o the pump.
4-PIN 3-PIN

Thank you for purchasing the Corsair Hydro Series
H100i v2 Extreme Performance Liquid CPU Cooler.
1. How do I know the direction of the air flow of the fan?
An arrow located on the side of the fan indicates the direction of air flow.
2. Can I reuse the pre-applied thermal paste on the H100i v2 for a re-installation?
Re-installation of the H100i v2 cooler will require you clean o the pre-applied thermal paste and apply an aftermarket paste.
FAQ