Phanteks Polar ST4/ ST5 - Cooler Manual
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THIS MANUAL IS FOR THE FOLLOWING MODELS
PH-TC12ST4_DBK01 | Polar ST4 | Black D-RGB |
PH-TC12ST5_DBK01 | Polar ST5 | Black D-RGB |
PH-TC12S4_DBK01 | Polar S4 | Black D-RGB |
PH-TC12S5_DBK01 | Polar S5 | Black D-RGB |
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
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MAINBOARD PREPARATION
AMD SOCKET AM4 | AM5
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INTEL SOCKET 115X | 1200 | 1700
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INSTALLING THE HEATSINK
APPLY THERMAL COMPOUND ON THE CPU
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PRO TIP: Apply thermal compound in an 'X' shape on the CPU for optimal spreading.
REMOVE PROTECTIVE FILM FROM HEATSINK
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SECURE THE HEATSINK TO THE MAINBOARD
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INSTALLING THE M25-120 FAN
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PRO TIP:
We recommend to install the fan in a push configuration on the front of the CPU cooler for best performance.
CONNECTING THE M25-120 FAN CABLE
![Phanteks - Polar ST4 - CONNECTING THE M25-120 FAN CABLE CONNECTING THE M25-120 FAN CABLE]()
D-RGB CABLES
Connect to D-RGB Controller & products
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Optional: Sync lighting to the mainboard
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In order to achieve maximum safety, we suggest that you adopt the following guidelines:
- Place the product on a clean and stable surface that allows adequate air ventilation.
- Don't use or place the product and any of its components near water, moisture, or other wet surfaces; or place the product near any heat, open flame, or other hot surfaces such as radiators, stoves, fireplaces, and candles.
- Use caution when operating the desktop PC to avoid electrical shock or damage, such as unplugging the power supply during thunderstorms, ensuring that your hands are dry before using (and handling) the desktop PC, keeping it away from any source of liquid and/or heat source, and using all other reasonable precautions needed under the circumstances.
- When connecting external devices to your desktop PC, carefully plan how the wires will be placed. Protect any connected cables from being trod on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, or the point where they exit from.
- Take extra caution when handeling/removing/reattaching glass components. Once removed, place the glass component on a stable surface first before proceeding.
- When unplugging any connected devices and/or cables, always pull the cable or device's plug or connector. Don't forcefully tug on its cord.
- Don't place any heavy items on top of the product.
- Make sure that the desktop PC is off, unplugged from the outlet, and that all connected devices are powered off and unplugged (if any) before installing or uninstalling any internal component to and/or from the dekstop PC or product.
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