Corsair H55 User manual

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LIQUID CPU COOLING UPGRADE KIT
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
Matériel inclus • Mitgelieferte
Montageteile • Hardware incluido
Включено следующее оборудование
包含的硬件
Highlighted parts for Intel installation only
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1Prepare Retention Ring for Installation 2Assemble and Install Intel Backplate
Assemble the retention ring. For Intel 1366/2011 Socket
Follow Fig (A). For Intel 1150/1155/1156 Socket follow Fig (B)
Insert the pins (I) into the appropriate location
(LGA 1150/1155/1156/1366) marked on the backplate. Install
and remove the adhesive backing (Figure A). Install the
assembled backplate (Figure B).
Note: Intel LGA 2011 does not require a backplate
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3Install Assembled Intel Retention Ring and Clip onto Pump Head 4Install the Radiator
Install the assembled retention ring and retention clip onto
pump head.
Attach the radiator and fans as shown. For the best cooling performance we recommend mounting
the fans as an air intake.
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Airflow

5Install Assembled Pump Head onto CPU 6Connect Power to Fan and Pump
Mount the pump head onto the CPU as shown. Partially
tighten each screw, rotating in the order shown, and
repeat until each screw is fully tightened. Do not
overtighten.
Connect the pump power connector to any available 3-pin or 4-pin fan header on the motherboard.
4-PIN 3-PIN

Included Hardware
1Prepare Retention Ring for Installation
Assemble the retention ring. For AMD AM2/AM3 Socket follow Figure A.
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AMD AM2/AM3
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INTEL/AMD
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INTEL 1150/1155/1156/1366
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INTEL 1150/1155/1156/1366
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3Install Assembled AMD Retention Ring and Clip onto Pump Head
Install the assembled retention ring and retention clip
onto pump head.
2Assemble and Install AMD Backplate
Insert the pins (I) into the AMD mounting backplate. Install
and remove the adhesive backing (Figure A). Install the
assembled backplate (Figure B).
Note: The stock AMD mounting bracket may need to be
removed before the AMD backplate can be installed.
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4 5 Install Assembled Pump Head onto CPU
Install the Radiator
Attach the radiator and fans as shown. For the best cooling performance we recommend mounting
the fans as an air intake.
Mount the pump head onto the CPU as shown. Partially
tighten each screw, rotating in the order shown, and
repeat until each screw is fully tightened. Do not
overtighten.
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Airflow

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 H55 for a re-installation?
Re-installation of the H55 cooler will require you clean o the pre-applied thermal paste and apply an aftermarket paste.
3. Do I mount the radiator hose up or down?
For optimized cooling, Corsair recommends the radiator is mounted hose down.
FAQ
6Connect Power to Fan and Pump
Connect the pump power connector to any available 3-pin or 4-pin fan header on the motherboard.
4-PIN 3-PIN