Cpu_Fan1,Sys_Fan1~4, Pump_Fan1: Fan Connectors - MSI Z270 GAMING M5 User Manual

CPU_FAN1,SYS_FAN1~4, PUMP_FAN1: Fan Connectors

Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode and DC
Mode. PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed
with speed control signal. DC Mode fan connectors control fan speed by changing
voltage. When you plug a 3-pin (Non-PWM) fan to a PWM Mode fan connector, the fan
speed will be always maintained at 100%, and that could be noisy.
Switching fan mode and adjusting fan speed
You can switch between PWM mode and DC mode and adjust fan speed in BIOS >
HARDWARE MONITOR.
Select PWM mode or DC mode
Important
Make sure fans are working properly after switching the PWM/ DC mode.
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Overview of Components
PWM Mode fan connector
CPU_FAN1
1
3
DC Mode fan connector
SYS_FAN1/ SYS_FAN4
1
3
There are gradient points of the fan speed that allow you to adjust
fan speed in relation to CPU temperature.
1
Ground 2
Sense 4
1
Ground 2
Sense 4
1
PUMP_FAN1
+12V
Speed Control Signal
1
SYS_FAN2/ SYS_FAN3
Voltage Control
NC