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4 installing the optional fans – Asus P5E User Manual

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ASUS P5E

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2.3.4

Installing the optional fans

Install the optional fan only if you are using a passive cooler or a water cooler.

Installing the optional fan with an active CPU cooler will interfere with the airflow

and destabilize the system.

1. Position the fan above the pipe

and heatsink assembly.

2. Fit the fan to the grooved edge of

the heatsink.

3. Carefully push down the fan until

it snugly fits the heatsink, then

connect the fan cable.

4. The photo shows the fan installed

on the motherboard.

Optional fan on one side fins

• Plug the optional fan cables to any of the CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN3, and

PWR_FAN connectors on the motherboard.

• Make sure the optional fan is installed correctly to prevent damage to the fan

and motherboard components.