1.1 - Introduction Thank you for purchasing the XSPC X2O CPU water-cooling kit. The X2O water-cooling kit is designed as a low noise solution to the ever increasing heat output of modern processors. The X2O kit is easily expandable and is powerful enough to handle the addition of a GPU or chipset water-block.
3.1 - Mounting the CPU Water Block (Part 1) Note: Installation of the mounting bolts may require you to remove the plastic cage around the CPU socket before installation can continue. Note: The images below show the mount being installed on a Socket 462(A) motherboard but the installation process is the same for all sockets.
3.2 - Mounting the Radiator Note: It is advisable to temporarily mount the radiator before you connect the tubing. This will make it easier to measure and cut the tubing to the correct length. The radiator can be mounted in a variety of places inside or outside of your case.
3.3 - Installing the 80mm adapter brackets The X2O water-cooling kit radiator is designed to be mounted in most PC cases without the need for modification or cutting. If no 120mm mounts are available in your case you should use the pictured brackets to mount the radiator to an 80mm fan mount.
3.4 - Connecting the tubing Note: Before connecting the tubing make sure you place the universal mount over the CPU water-block. This will not be possible once all the tubing has been connected. The pump, radiator and water-block need to be connected in a loop in series. To find the easiest route for the tubing we recommend that you place the water-block, pump and radiator loosely in position and cut the tubing to the required length.
3.5 - Filling the System Water Additive The water-cooling kit should be filled with a mix of de-ionized water and the supplied water additive. Please see the bottle for required concentration and mixing instructions. Filling the reservoir Once the tubing has been connected the next stage is to fill the reservoir and remove the air from the system.
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3.6 - Mounting the CPU Water-Block (Part 2) Note: The tubing should be connected to the CPU water-block at this stage. The tubing was intentionally left out of the photos on this page so the mounting system is clearily visable. 1.
3.7 - Final Installation Once the CPU water-block is in place you are ready to re-install the radiator and pump into your case. Please take care not to put unnecessary force on the tubing connectors while moving the components. Finally connect the fan and pump to the 3pin headers on the motherboard or to a 4 pin molex connector using the provided adapters.
5.1 - Frequently Asked Questions Most questions can be answered by throughly reading this manual. If your question can not be answered by the suggestions below or the installation guide please contact XSPC or your retailer Question Answer I have bubbles in the water, how do I get rid The bubbles in the water will usual leave the system of this.
6.1 - Disclaimer The X2O liquid cooling system is sold as a DIY kit. You are responsible for correct installation and maintenance of this equipment. XSPC will not be held responsible for any loss of property/data or personal harm caused by the improper use or installation of this equipment.
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