NZXT KRAKEN X RGB Series User manual

KRAKEN X RGB SERIES
LIQUID COOLER WITH RGB FANS
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A. Kraken X53 / X63 / X73
x1
B. Intel Retention Bracket (Pre-Installed )
x1
C. AMD Retention Bracket
x1
D. Intel Backplate
x1
1. COMPONENTS

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E. Intel Socket 1200/115X/1366 Standoff
x4
F. Intel Socket 2011/2066 Standoff
x4
G. AMD Standoff (AM4)
x4
H. Thumbscrew
x4
I. 30MM UNC 6-32 Fan Screw
X53 - x16, X63 - x16, X73 - x12
J. 5MM UNC 6-32 Screw
X53 - x8, X63 - x8, X73 - x12
K. Washer
X53 - x16, X63 - x16, X73 - x24
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L. Aer RGB Fan
X53 - x2 120MM, X63 - x2 140MM, X73 - x3 120MM
M. Breakout Cable Set
x1
N. Micro-USB Cable
x1
O. Fan Splitter Cable
x1
P. 500MM Fan Connection Cable
x1
Q. 100MM Fan-to-fan Cable
X53 - x1, X63 - x1, X73 - x2
COMPONENTS

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2. PREPARATION
2.1 Preparation - Intel LGA 1200/115X/1366............... 06 2.3 Preparation - AMD.......................................................... 10
2.2 Preparation - Intel LGA 2011/2066.......................... 09

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2.1 PREPARATION - INTEL LGA 1200/115X/1366
SOCKET 1200/115X SOCKET 1366
STEP 1 - PREPARING THE BACKPLATE
Move all four sliders on the Intel backplate to the innermost
positions for Socket 1200/115X or the outermost positions
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CORRECT
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2.1 PREPARATION - INTEL LGA 1200/115X/1366
STEP 2 - INSTALLING THE BACKPLATE
Install the Intel backplate on the rear of the motherboard as
oriented in the picture. Please ensure the sliders fit into the
mounting holes and the backplate of CPU socket fit within the
cut-out of the Intel backplate.
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2.1 PREPARATION - INTEL LGA 1200/115X/1366
STEP 3 - INSTALLING THE STANDOFFS
From the front of the motherboard, install the four
Socket 1200/115X/1366 standoffs.
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2.2 PREPARATION - INTEL LGA 2011/2066
STEP 1 - PREPARING THE BACKPLATE
From the front of the motherboard, install the four
Socket 2011/2066 standoffs.
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2.3 PREPARATION - AMD
FOR SOCKET TR4, PLEASE SKIP TO AMD - STEP 3
STEP 1 - PREPARING THE RETENTION BRACKET
Remove the stock AMD mounting bracket and keep the original
backplate on the rear of the motherboard.

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STEP 2 - INSTALLING THE STANDOFFS
From the front of the motherboard, install the four AMD
standoffs (AM4).
2.3 PREPARATION - AMD
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STEP 3 - CHANGING THE RETENTION BRACKET
1. Press and hold the Intel retention bracket firmly towards the pump.
2. Rotate the Intel retention bracket counterclockwise to release.
3. Pull out the Intel retention bracket.
4. Follow these steps in reverse order to install the AMD retention bracket onto the pump. For SocketTR4,
Install the AMD SocketTR4 retention bracket included inside the Threadripper CPU retail box.
2.3 PREPARATION - AMD
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3. INSTALLATION
3.1 Installing the Pump - Pump Orientation ............... 14
3.5 Powering the Fans.......................................................... 20
3.3 Installing the Pump - AMD TR4................................. 16
3.7 Connecting the SATA Power Cable........................... 223.2 Installing the Pump - Intel/AMD AM4 .................... 15
3.6 Connecting the Pump Tach ......................................... 21
3.4 Mounting the Radiator and Fans.............................. 17
3.8 Connecting the USB Cable.......................................... 23
3.9 ................................................................................................ 24Connecting RGB LED for lighting control
3.10 .............................................................................................. 25Connecting the Aer RGB Fans

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3.1 INSTALLING THE PUMP - PUMP ORIENTATION
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The pump cap has a rotatable upper cap with 12 locking points
for NZXT logo orientation. Depending on your motherboard, you
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3.2 INSTALLING THE PUMP - INTEL/AMD AM4
Place the pump with the retention bracket onto the CPU.
Ensuring the standoffs go through the holes on the bracket
and securely apply the thumb nuts.
SOCKET
1366 / 2011 / 2066
54MM
90MM
SOCKET 1200/ 115X
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AMD SOCKET
90MM X 54MM AM4

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3.3 INSTALLING THE PUMP - AMD TR4
Place the pump with the retention bracket onto the CPU. The SocketTR4
screw holes has a short and long side. Ensure the four screws are
aligned and tighten the screws in sequence from 1 through 4.
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3.4 MOUNTING THE RADIATOR AND FANS
Depending on your radiator mounting setup,
please use the appropriate screws to mount the radiators:
• DIRECT MOUNTING
• INDIRECT MOUNTING
• Always use washers to prevent damage.
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DIRECT MOUNTING
For mounting in which the radiator fits directly onto the
case, please install the fan(s) first using the 30mm fan
screws and washers. Use the 5mm case screws and washers
to mount the radiator.
3.4 MOUNTING THE RADIATOR AND FANS
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INDIRECT MOUNTING
For mounting in which the fan(s) fit between the radiator
and chassis, please use the 30mm fan screws and
washers for mounting.
3.4 MOUNTING THE RADIATOR AND FANS
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3.5 POWERING THE FANS
You may use the included fan splitter to connect
the fans to your motherboard or a fan controller
(not included). Please refer to the documentation
from the manufacturer on powering the fans.
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