How do you know if an aio pump is working?

[Spartaton]

I'm reusing the aio from my old Dell computer, and it has a weird connector for the pump. Apparently a fan connector works fine for power, but how would I know the pump is actually working after I plug it in? I can provide power to it without turning on the computer, so would I just be able to hear it running (or something) or do I just have to turn on the computer and check the temps?

[NinjaJc01]

1 minute ago, Spartaton said:

I'm reusing the aio from my old Dell computer, and it has a weird connector for the pump. Apparently a fan connector works fine for power, but how would I know the pump is actually working after I plug it in? I can provide power to it without turning on the computer, so would I just be able to hear it running (or something) or do I just have to turn on the computer and check the temps?

The temps won't be insanely hot, and you may be able to hear a soft humming or something coming from the block. You might need more power though, maybe with a powered PWM/3pin fan hub.

[Xx_MadJack_xX]

i feal the tubes for a vibration 

 

[Slottr]

What dell came with an AIO??

[Misanthrope]

Even if the pump is dead you can probably be ok by entering the BIOS for like 30 seconds or so to check, worst case scenario your system will shut off due to temps but it should be ok relatively speaking.

 

And just your fingers on the tubing or pump should be enough for you to feel if water is flowing through.

[Spartaton]

7 minutes ago, NinjaJc01 said:

The temps won't be insanely hot, and you may be able to hear a soft humming or something coming from the block. You might need more power though, maybe with a powered PWM/3pin fan hub.

I'm just using information from here: http://en.community.dell.com/owners-club/alienware/f/3746/t/19454479

If it doesn't work in the end I can return the adapter I bought and get my $3.55 back

[Spartaton]

6 minutes ago, Slottr said:

What dell came with an AIO??

The old Alienware Area 51

[Slottr]

Just now, Spartaton said:

The old Alienware Area 51

Ahhh right, haha. I was sitting here all confused thinking some XPS model or some crap came with one.

[NinjaJc01]

10 hours ago, Slottr said:

Ahhh right, haha. I was sitting here all confused thinking some XPS model or some crap came with one.

Some of the old XPSs are really awesome! I've seen some really nice models in my time, but only like older than 2007.