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I'm looking into getting a liquid cooler aio for my pc for the first time and my mobo doesn't have a cpu_opt or pump header. What can I do to get it to work (if it will)? I have the MSI b360m bazooka mobo and am interested in the Nzxt kraken m22 cooler. Any input is appreciated :)

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Any of the fan headers would work. You can use the sys_fan header for the pump and the cpu_fan header for the AIO fan.

What cpu are you cooling and why are you looking at this cooler in particular?

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11 hours ago, WoodenMarker said:

Any of the fan headers would work. You can use the sys_fan header for the pump and the cpu_fan header for the AIO fan.

What cpu are you cooling and why are you looking at this cooler in particular?

I've been using the stock Intel cooler for my i3 8100 sense I built my PC about 7 months ago and the m22 is the best I've found for my budget, staying quiet, fitting in my case, and looking awesome. Thank you :)

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14 hours ago, WoodenMarker said:

Any of the fan headers would work. You can use the sys_fan header for the pump and the cpu_fan header for the AIO fan.

What cpu are you cooling and why are you looking at this cooler in particular?

Do I need to change any settings in the bios or anything?

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7 minutes ago, javyay said:

Do I need to change any settings in the bios or anything?

The manual suggests to set the pump header to 100% rpm. Running it at lower speeds can be detrimental to the pump's lifespan and performance but many people do a slight undervolt for lower noise and it's usually fine. 

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1 hour ago, WoodenMarker said:

The manual suggests to set the pump header to 100% rpm. Running it at lower speeds can be detrimental to the pump's lifespan and performance but many people do a slight undervolt for lower noise and it's usually fine. 

Alright. Thank you again!

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