CORSAIR XD7 RGB Distro Plate/Pump Combo User Guide

: June 7, 2024
: Corsair

Table of Contents

CORSAIR XD7 RGB Distro Plate/Pump Combo User Guide
IMPORTANT NOTICE
PACKAGE CONTENTS
- PREREQUISITES (NOT INCLUDED)
MOUNTING THE XD7 RGB TO A CASE FRONT FAN TRAY
XD7 RGB MOUNTING ORIENTATION
FINALIZING THE SETUP
INSTALLING TEMPERATURE SENSOR PLUG
INSTALLING TEMPERATURE SENSOR PLUG ON Y-SPLITTER (OPTIONALLY)
CONNECTING THE PUMP AND USING THE INTEGRATED DIGITAL RGB ILLUMINATION
CONNECTING THE XD7 RGB LIGHTING TO THE MOTHERBOARD
FILLING AND PRIMING THE XD7 RGB
FAQ
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CORSAIR XD7 RGB Distro Plate/Pump Combo User Guide

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Quick Start Guide is a general installation guide and does not cover the specifics of individual case or radiator mounting. CORSAIR recommends you thoroughly leak-test your custom cooling system for at least 24 hours to ensure that the system is securely sealed and operating reliably. CORSAIR warranty does not cover any hardware damage resulting from poorly executed, improper and otherwise hasty assembly of your custom water-cooling system. Disassembly of CORSAIR HYDRO X products is highly discouraged due to complex design of components. Such action may result in irreparable mechanical, electrical or chemical damage that may void the warranty. For an exact and up- to-date product compatibility list, please refer to CORSAIR website.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

A — x1 XD7 RGB DISTRO PLATE / PUMP UNIT
B — x1 ATX 24-PIN PSU JUMPER BRIDGE
C — x4 CORSAIR G1/4″ PLUGS
D — x1 CORSAIR G1/4″ TEMPERATURE SENSOR PLUG
E — x12 M4 x 8mm SCREW
F — x1 PLUG TOOL
G — x1 ARGB MOTHERBOARD ADAPTER CABLE

PREREQUISITES (NOT INCLUDED)

H — CORSAIR iCUE COMMANDER PRO SMART RGB LIGHTING AND FAN SPEED CONTROLLER
I — PHILLIPS-HEAD SCREWDRIVER
J — FILLING FLASK & CORSAIR XL TYPE COOLANT
K — CORSAIR XF ROTARY Y-SPLITTER

Note: CORSAIR iCUE Commander PRO or CORSAIR Lighting Node PRO are required for driving and controlling the RGB LED illumination. CORSAIR iCUE Commander PRO is required for automatic control of the pump and for monitoring the liquid temperature using iCUE software suite.

MOUNTING THE XD7 RGB TO A CASE FRONT FAN TRAY

Secure the XD7 RGB (A) onto the case front fan tray. Use the enclosed M4 x 8mm screws (E).

XD7 RGB MOUNTING ORIENTATION

It is mandatory to install XD7 RGB vertically with pump on the bottom side as shown on the picture. Use of other horizontal orientation is highly discouraged as it may result in recirculation of air and subsequent pump failure.

FINALIZING THE SETUP

For combined CPU & GPU water cooling please follow these recommended installation steps and port configuration:

Locate the correct ports. It is mandatory to use the correct ports, as marked on the picture (see Figure 1).
Install the six (6) appropriate CORSAIR XF G1/4 BSPP threaded-type fittings (not included) into the appropriate distro plate ports and tighten them by hand as shown in Figure 2. Do not use any tools (i.e. pliers).
Close the remaining open (unused) ports with the included CORSAIR G1/4 plugs (C) and tighten them using a Plug Tool (F). Refrain from using a screwdriver as it may result in damage to the surface of the plugs!

Note: The bottom most two G1/4 ports shall only be used as drain ports!

INSTALLING TEMPERATURE SENSOR PLUG

Install the enclosed CORSAIR G1/4″ Temperature Sensor Plug (D) into one of the two unused G1/4″ port located on the GPU water block.

INSTALLING TEMPERATURE SENSOR PLUG ON Y-SPLITTER (OPTIONALLY)

Install the enclosed CORSAIR G1/4″ Temperature Sensor Plug (D) with the CORSAIR XF Rotary Y-Splitter to any INLET/OUTLET port on the XD7 other than FILL or DRAIN ports!

CONNECTING THE PUMP AND USING THE INTEGRATED DIGITAL RGB ILLUMINATION

A CORSAIR iCUE Commander PRO or Lighting Node PRO (either) is required in order to use the integrated RGB illumination on the XD7 RGB. CORSAIR iCUE software is used to program the visual effects. CORSAIR iCUE Commander PRO is required for automatic control of the pump and for monitoring the liquid temperature using iCUE software suite. The XD7 RGB Distro Plate / Pump Unit can be connected to the appropriate CORSAIR controller either directly or “daisy”-chained with other CORSAIR addressable RGB component(s).

Identify the correct RGB connector on the reservoir-pump unit
(Figure 1).
Insert the RGB connector in a CORSAIR iCUE Commander PRO port or Lighting Node PRO port (Figure 2).
Download and install CORSAIR iCUE software suite from the following website: https://www.corsair.com/icue. Configure visual and lighting effects by following the manual for iCUE software.
Connect the XD7 RGB’s pump 4-pin fan connector into Fan Port #6 on your CORSAIR iCUE Commander PRO (Figure 3).
Connect the XD7 RGB’s temperature sensor into temperature Port #1 on your CORSAIR iCUE Commander PRO (Figure 4).
Connect the XD7 RGB’s main power cable by plugging in a 4-pin Molex connector from your power supply (Figure 5).

CONNECTING THE XD7 RGB LIGHTING TO THE MOTHERBOARD

Connect the XD7 RGB male connector into the RGB ADAPTER CABLE (G) female connector (Figure 1).
Connect the RGB ADAPTER CABLE female connector into the Digital RGB header on the motherboard. Make sure the arrow on the RGB ADAPTER CABLE is plugged into +5V on the motherboard (Figure 2).

By using the motherboard adapter it is not possible to control the RGB illumination with iCUE software.

FILLING AND PRIMING THE XD7 RGB

Disconnect PSU power cables from all computer components except the XD7 RGB 4-pin Molex power connector. Make sure the PSU is turned OFF, either at the plug socket, or via the toggle switch on the rear of the PSU. Connect the enclosed ATX 24-pin PSU Jumper Bridge starter to your PSU 24-pin ATX cable. This will allow you to power on your XD7 RGB without powering on the PC (Figure 1).
Disconnect the XD7 RGB’s pump 4-pin fan connector. This will allow the pump to run at full power, allowing for easier priming and bleeding of air.
Fill the reservoir through the top G1/4 opening with CORSAIR XL5 coolant using a filling flask to about 4cm (1/6˝) below opening (Figure 2).
Turn on the power by flipping the ON switch on the PSU. The pump motor will be primed with coolant from the reservoir and will start flowing through the system. Turn the power OFF before the reservoir is emptied. Do not let the pump run dry or without coolant in the reservoir as this will damage the pump (Figure 3)!
Repeat steps 2 and 3 until your custom cooling system is full. CORSAIR recommends not to fill the reservoir more than about 4cm (1.5″) from the top.
Once the system is filled with coolant, CORSAIR recommends running it for 24 hours to remove any air trapped in the components and to make sure there are no leaks in the system. Once you have thoroughly leak-tested the system, turn OFF the PSU and disconnect ATX 24-pin PSU Jumper Bridge. Reconnect the power to other computer peripherals and start the computer.

FAQ

Can I use the XD7 RGB as a standalone part?
No, this is a water-cooling pump with integrated reservoir which requires a complete custom water-cooling system, including cold plates (water blocks) and radiator. For more information, please visit corsair.com.
Can I use the XD7 RGB with aluminium water-cooling equipment?
No, you cannot. Certain parts are made from copper and brass and should not be mixed with aluminium.
Can I connect the RGB header directly to my motherboard?
Yes you can – using the included RGB ADAPTER CABLE (G). See page 7 – CONNECTING THE XD7 RGB LIGHTING TO THE MOTHERBOARD
Can the XD7 RGB pump be controlled without the use of CORSAIR iCUE Commander PRO?
While it is possible to use XD7 RGB without a CORSAIR iCUE Commander PRO, doing so will remove the automated pump speed control in CORSAIR iCUE software. The pump speed may be manually controlled by motherboard UEFI when XD7 RGB’s 4-pin fan PWM connector is connected.
How many RGB devices can I daisy-chain to a single channel on a CORSAIR controller?
CORSAIR recommends you connect no more than three (3) Hydro X Series RGB devices of any type connected in a series on a single channel. However, you can connect one (1) XC7/XC9 water block, one (1) XG7 RGB water blocks and one (1) XD7 RGB pump unit for a total of three (3) devices. Do not mix CORSAIR fans or RGB LED strips and CORSAIR HYDRO X products on the same channel on the controller. Use a dedicated channel for other components.