Corsair H100iGTX Extreme Performance Liquid CPU Cooler User Manual

June 8, 2024
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Corsair Corsair H100iGTX Extreme Performance Liquid CPU
Cooler

QUICK START GUIDE         H100i GTX

EXTREME PERFORMANCE LIQUID CPU COOLER

Note: Most newer PC cases include a CPU cutout to allow access to the bottom of the motherboard. If your case does not include a cutout, you will need to remove your motherboard from the case before installation.

INTEL

Included Hardware

Highlighted parts for Intel installation only

x8 LONG FAN SCREWS

A x8 LONG FAN SCREWS

B x4 LGA 115X / 1366 STANDOFF

C x4 LGA 2011 STANDOFF

D x4 AMD BLACK STANDOFF

x4 THUMBSCREWS

E x4 THUMBSCREWS

x2 SP120L FANS

F x2 SP120L FANS

x16 WASHER

G x16 WASHER

x1 INTEL BACKPLATE

H x1 INTEL BACKPLATE

x1 INTEL MOUNTING BRACKET

I x1 INTEL MOUNTING BRACKET (PRE-INSTALLED)

x1 AMD MOUNTING BRACKET

J x1 AMD MOUNTING BRACKET


K x8 SHORT SCREWS

CORSAIR LINK USB CABLE

L CORSAIR LINK USB CABLE (Included)

Note: The H100i GTX comes with Intel mounting bracket pre-installed on the pump for quick installation.

INTEL

1 Installing the Intel Backplate
  • For LGA 115X installation, slide the backplate pins inside (figure 1).
  • For LGA 1366 installation, slide the backplate pins outside (figure 1).
  • Install the assembled backplate (figure 2).

Note: Intel LGA 2011 does not require backplate installation. Proceed to step 2.

figure 1
figure 1

figure 2

figure 2

INTEL

2 Installing the Intel Standoff Screws
  • Attach the provided Intel standoff.
  • Use (B) for LGA 115X / 1366, or (C) for LGA 2011.
  • Tighten all four screws until firmly secure

Installing the Intel Standoff Screws

INTEL

3 Install the Fans and Radiator

Attach the radiator and the fans as shown. For the best cooling performance, we recommend mounting the fans as an air-intake to your PC case.

Install the Fans and Radiator

INTEL

4 Installing the Pump Unit
  • Align the bracket and pump over the standoff screws as shown.
  • Tighten the thumbs screws until all four corners are firmly secured.

Installing the Pump Unit

5 Connect Power to the Fans and Pump
  • Connect the pump power cable to the CPU_FAN header on your motherboard.
  • Connect the fans to the two connectors coming off the pump.

Connect Power to the Fans and Pump 4-3 Pin

figure 1

Connect Power to the Fans and Pump - Figure 2

figure 2

INTEL

6 Connect Pump to USB Header

Using the included Corsair Link™ USB cable, attach pump unit to a motherboard USB header.

Connect Pump to USB Header

AMD

Included Hardware

Highlighted parts for AMD installation only

x8 LONG FAN SCREWS

A x8 LONG FAN SCREWS

B x4 LGA 115X / 1366 STANDOFF

C x4 LGA 2011 STANDOFF

D x4 AMD BLACK STANDOFF

x4 THUMBSCREWS

E x4 THUMBSCREWS

x2 SP120L FANS

F x2 SP120L FANS

x16 WASHER

G x16 WASHER

x1 INTEL BACKPLATE

H x1 INTEL BACKPLATE

x1 INTEL MOUNTING BRACKET

I x1 INTEL MOUNTING BRACKET (PRE-INSTALLED)

x1 AMD MOUNTING BRACKET

J x1 AMD MOUNTING BRACKET


K x8 SHORT SCREWS

CORSAIR LINK USB CABLE

L CORSAIR LINK USB CABLE (Included)

Note: the H100i GTX comes with the INTEL mounting bracket pre-installed on the pump for quick installation.

AMD

1 Installing the AMD Standoff Screws
  • Remove the stock AMD top mounting bracket(s) shown. (figure 1)
  • Attach the provided AMD standoff. (figure 2)
  • Tighten all four screws until firmly secure. (figure 2)
    Note: The stock AMD motherboard backplate is used for AMD installation. AMD standoff are black to differentiate between Intel standoff.

Installing the AMD Standoff Screws figure 1 Installing the AMD Standoff Screws figure
2

AMD

2 Installing the AMD Mounting Bracket

Note: It is important that the AMD retention bracket be evenly secured on all sides before installation!

  • Remove the integrated Intel mounting bracket by pushing on the metal piece, turning 1/8th turn, and pulling away from the copper coldplate (figure 1).
  • Install the AMD bracket by aligning the metal teeth, pushing in, turning 1/8th turn the opposite direction, and allowing bracket to secure (figure 2).

Installing the AMD Mounting Bracket figure 1 Installing the AMD Mounting Bracket figure
2

AMD

3 Install the Fans and Radiator

Attach the radiator and the fan as shown. For the best cooling performance, we recommend mounting the fans as an air-intake to your PC case.

Install the Fans and Radiator AMD

AMD

4 Installing the Pump Unit
  • Align the bracket and pump over the standoff screws as shown.
  • Tighten the thumb screws until all four corners are firmly secured.

Installing the Pump Unit AMD

AMD

5 Connect Power to the Fans and Pump
  • Connect the pump power cable to the CPU_FAN header on your motherboard.
  • Connect the fans to the two connectors coming off the pump.

Connect Power to the Fans and Pump - Figure 1

Figure 1

Connect Power to the Fans and Pump - Figure 2

Figure 2

AMD

6 Connect Pump to USB Header

Using the included Corsair Link™ USB cable, attach pump unit to a motherboard USB header.

Connect Pump to USB Header AMD

FAQ

1. How do I know the direction of the air flow of the fan?
– An arrow located on the side of the fan indicates the direction of air flow.
2. Can I reuse the pre-applied thermal paste on the H100i GTX for a re- installation?
– Re-installation of the H100i GTX cooler will require you clean off the pre- applied thermal paste and apply an aftermarket paste.

Thank you for purchasing the Corsair Hydro Series H100i GTX Extreme Performance Liquid CPU Cooler.
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