Fan controller issue

Tech456 · May 19, 2022

Sorry if this sounds mumbled I can clarify anything.

I have an older MSI gaming 5 (from about 2015) so I don't have a RGB header. And I've just been trying to figure out how to power my RGB fans. I believe I have it figured out but I want to double check with you guys because I accidentally bought RGB fans not knowing I would need a controller to get the RGB part to work, XD. Since my motherboard only supports five fans and I want more. I'm looking for a controller that supports RGB and extra fans at the same time. I would also like one that can control the fans with software. And in order to do that I believe I need a controller that connects via internal USB. If there is a controller like that let me know. The software component would be nice but it's not requirement.

I think the Corsair Commander core XT can do it but if there are any cheaper ones let me know.

Side note: I'm also worried about airflow to the top GPU. Should I be? I'm considering adding another exhaust fan above the CPU.

Would any of these work?

COOLERMASTER PWM HUB,6 Ports for Addressable RGB Lighting with PWM,1 to 6 Multi Way Magnetic backplane Splitter 5V/3PIN RGB Case Fan Hub Adapter PWM ARGB Addressble Fan https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08JQFKXYK/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_Q406ZBS3D1PVKNPMFAQ6?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Thermalright ARGB Fan Hub Support 10 Computer PC Case Fan Controller 5V 3Pin. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MQL33X9/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_T898K6RPGSJ6NH0J9KS2

These are the fans I got btw.

Antec 120mm Case Fan, RGB Case Fans, 5 Packs RGB Fans, PC Fan, 4-PIN RGB, F12 Series https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08JPYK876/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_88KJWYJW2EH4DE3RKKBP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1