How to use RGB fans without RGB header on mobo

[CHEESYnachoMAN4]

I recently bought a new pc case (Cooler Master MasterCase H500P) and it came with two RGB fans but my motherbaord doesnt have a rgb header.

 

Is there any way I can still use the RGB feature without having a RGB header or buying a RGB controller?

[W-L]

3 minutes ago, CHEESYnachoMAN4 said:

I recently bought a new pc case (Cooler Master MasterCase H500P) and it came with two RGB fans but my motherbaord doesnt have a rgb header.

 

Is there any way I can still use the RGB feature without having a RGB header or buying a RGB controller?

They use the standard SMD5050 LED controllers so you can use regular RGB LED controllers that use a remote control. 

https://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/controllers/mini-rgb-controller-with-rf-remote-dynamic-color-changing-modes-4-amps-per-channel/1261/2932/

 

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[CHEESYnachoMAN4]

2 minutes ago, W-L said:

They use the standard SMD5050 LED controllers so you can use regular RGB LED controllers that use a remote control. 

https://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/controllers/mini-rgb-controller-with-rf-remote-dynamic-color-changing-modes-4-amps-per-channel/1261/2932/

 

-Moved to Modding Section- 

Is there a free way to do it?

[W-L]

Just now, CHEESYnachoMAN4 said:

Is there a free way to do it?

No there is no way to control and vary through different effects without a controller.

[Damascus]

11 minutes ago, CHEESYnachoMAN4 said:

Is there a free way to do it?

Not really, it's doable but only if you have some resistors, experience with wiring and a lot of patience.

[CHEESYnachoMAN4]

13 hours ago, W-L said:

No there is no way to control and vary through different effects without a controller.

 

13 hours ago, Damascus said:

Not really, it's doable but only if you have some resistors, experience with wiring and a lot of patience.

Is it possible to at least just get red? some how?

[Damascus]

40 minutes ago, CHEESYnachoMAN4 said:

 

Is it possible to at least just get red? some how?

Yes, go on YouTube and do a little research.  DIY perks did a video on setting up simple rgb controls (rgb lamp)

[W-L]

5 hours ago, CHEESYnachoMAN4 said:

 

Is it possible to at least just get red? some how?

Yes you can but you will need to know how to wire it up and make your own cables. For the cost of a controller from eBay or Amazon which is usually <$5 I would say it's not worth the effort than to just buy one. 

 

[CHEESYnachoMAN4]

3 hours ago, W-L said:

Yes you can but you will need to know how to wire it up and make your own cables. For the cost of a controller from eBay or Amazon which is usually <$5 I would say it's not worth the effort than to just buy one. 

 

 

8 hours ago, Damascus said:

Yes, go on YouTube and do a little research.  DIY perks did a video on setting up simple rgb controls (rgb lamp)

I have a rgb strip (not a pc one) that is broken and I have the controller for it which still works can I use that? I just have to plug it in a separate outlet plug

[W-L]

Just now, CHEESYnachoMAN4 said:

 

I have a rgb strip (not a pc one) that is broken and I have the controller for it which still works can I use that? I just have to plug it in a separate outlet plug 

 Can you provide a link or photo of the controller that you have on hand? If you want to power it via your PC all you need is a molex to barrel adapter. 

[CHEESYnachoMAN4]

Just now, W-L said:

 Can you provide a link or photo of the controller that you have on hand? If you want to power it via your PC all you need is a molex to barrel adapter. 

its a empty 4 pin connector

This is it: http://www.coolermaster.com/cooling/cooling-accessories/1-to-3-rgb-splitter-cable/

I can still send a pic if needed

[W-L]

5 minutes ago, CHEESYnachoMAN4 said:

its a empty 4 pin connector

This is it: http://www.coolermaster.com/cooling/cooling-accessories/1-to-3-rgb-splitter-cable/

I can still send a pic if needed

That's just a splitter to let you connect multiple RGB devices together, you still lack the controller itself that it attaches to which does the colors and modes. 

[CHEESYnachoMAN4]

1 minute ago, W-L said:

That's just a splitter to let you connect multiple RGB devices together, you still lack the controller itself that it attaches to which does the colors and modes. 

Also I was planning on getting the corsair lighting node pro or nzxt hue would I be able to plug into that controller?

[W-L]

Just now, CHEESYnachoMAN4 said:

Also I was planning on getting the corsair lighting node pro or nzxt hue would I be able to plug into that controller?

No they aren't compatible with these fans those all use proprietary systems where the Coolermaster ones use the common RGB SMD5050 type standard. It must be one of those controllers such as ones from these premade plug and go solutions. 

 

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811980001

https://cablemod.com/product/cablemod-widebeam-magnetic-rgb-led-kit-30cm/

 

 

[CHEESYnachoMAN4]

1 minute ago, W-L said:

No they aren't compatible with these fans those all use proprietary systems where the Coolermaster ones use the common RGB SMD5050 type standard. It must be one of those controllers such as ones from these premade plug and go solutions. 

 

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811980001

https://cablemod.com/product/cablemod-widebeam-magnetic-rgb-led-kit-30cm/

 

 

ok thanks for your help. Im planning on updating my motherboard anyways to a better one so I can use my old one to make a VR build for another room. 

and ill make sure it has a rgb header (lol)

[CHEESYnachoMAN4]

1 hour ago, W-L said:

No they aren't compatible with these fans those all use proprietary systems where the Coolermaster ones use the common RGB SMD5050 type standard. It must be one of those controllers such as ones from these premade plug and go solutions. 

 

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811980001

https://cablemod.com/product/cablemod-widebeam-magnetic-rgb-led-kit-30cm/

 

 

Hi I just wanted update you.

I took the controller from a old led strip I had and the power source was a barrel so I cut a little before the barrel and I exposed the wires and I found a random molex connector in my psu box and I did a extremely ghetto job of connecting the wires (I twisted them together and put tape so the other wires dont touch and cause anything bad.

 

But now it works perfectly when I start up and I can change the colors with the remote I routed the IR sensor from the controller to a hidden to the eye but visible through the case window place and it works.

 

I forgot to take pictures sorry

[ghostron]

I have a tecware orbis rgb fan and rgb controller can i just plug the H500p RGB fans to tat controller instead? Since my board doesnt have a rgb fan header???