CORSAIR BUILD KIT

Follow along with our instructional videos to build your very own Corsair Desktop.

1. Open your Corsair Build Kit package.
2. Verify you received all your hardware using the Hardware Checklist provided in the Build Kit Top Sheet.
3. Organize and place all your components on the Top Sheet to protect your components and tabletop.
4. Unbox your case and remove all packaging material.
5. Remove the Front Panel and Filter, Tempered Glass Side Panel, Aluminum Side Panel, and Top Filter. Place these items safely on a flat surface. Do not place the tempered glass panel on concrete, tiled, or ceramic surfaces to avoid damaging or breaking the glass.
6. Remove the white foam located above the hard drive cage and the brown box that contains screws, washers, and zip ties. This can be found on the cable side for the case.

7. Organize the screws, zip ties, and Corsair straps on your flat surface. These will be used during assembly.

* Refer to the video for step-by-step instructions.

1. Remove the motherboard from its packaging and place it on the anti-static bag provided.

2. Unpack the CPU and install it into the motherboard. Do not remove the plastic cover protecting the CPU socket as this will pop off when the CPU is installed. To release the latch, push the latch down and out to the right to open it. To properly install the CPU, look for the small triangle that is located in the bottom left corner of the CPU, and match it with the small triangle located at the bottom left corner of the CPU socket. To close the latch, lower the latch and push down under the clip to lock it in place. Reference images below.

3. Remove the heatsink cover on the motherboard to install the NVMe m.2 SSD (storage device). This is located in the middle section of the motherboard. Reference image below.

4. Locate and unpack the NVMe m.2 SSD found inside the anti-static bag. Install the NVMe m.2 SSD in the first m.2 slot located below the CPU. Secure with the provided screw.

5. Replace the heatsink cover onto the NVMe m.2 SSD (storage device).
6. Unpack the memory and install the memory sticks in the second and fourth DIMM slots.

7. If your motherboard does not have the rear I/O shield pre-installed, install the rear I/O shield before installing the motherboard (reference image below). Install the motherboard into the case and secure it with the motherboard screws that came in the brown box. Tighten the screws until they are snug, but do not overtighten to avoid damaging the motherboard.

Note: There is a long standoff in the center of the case that does not require a screw to secure the motherboard.

1. Unpack and remove the packaging from the AIO Liquid Cooler, fans, and screws provided. Be careful not to remove the pre-applied thermal paste while handling the AIO liquid cooler.

2. This liquid cooler has the Intel LGA 1700 CPU bracket pre-installed which will be needed to mount the cooler onto the CPU. Do not remove this pre-installed bracket.

3. To mount the liquid cooler onto the CPU, you will first need to install the mounting bracket onto the backside of the motherboard. Before installing, make sure to remove the brown backing protecting the adhesive section of the bracket. Now align the four posts of the bracket with the holes located on the backside of the motherboard. Firmly press onto the bracket to ensure a proper hold. Now that the bracket is in place, install the four 1700 standoffs.

4. Grab the AIO Liquid cooler and install the two NON-RGB fans that came in the box. Align the fans with the appropriate holes located on the cooler for proper installation. To secure the fans, install 8 x long screws that were provided with the cooler.

5. To install the cooler inside the case, mount the cooler above the motherboard and secure using 8 x short screws and washers. Next, install the cooler pump onto the CPU socket aligning the holes of the bracket with the previously installed standoffs. Secure the cooler pump by using the 4 provided thumb screws. Install in a crisscross pattern until the thumb screws are snug.

6. Unpack and remove all packaging from the RGB fans provided.
7. Remove the pre-installed fan located in the front of the case. Replace these with 3 RGB fans and install in the intake orientation (reference image below). Do not remove the pre-installed fan located in the rear.

* Refer to the video for step-by-step instructions.

1. Locate the Front I/O cables found in the back of the case and connect them to the appropriate ports. USB 3.2 Cable to USB 3.2 Header, USB Type-C to USB Type-C header, Audio Cable to Audio Header, and System Panel Cables to the System Panel Header. Refer to your motherboard's manual for a detailed description of the ports and connections.

2. Place the USB hub on the cable management side of the case, next to the hard drive cages. Connect all USB controlled devices to this hub (liquid cooler, RGB controller, etc.). Reference images below.

Note: USB Hub provided may vary.

3. Install the RGB hub on the cable management side towards the left side of the case. This will allow room for you to connect the RGB cables from your fans. Make sure to plug in the fan RGB cables in sequential order.

4. Install two of the fan power cables to the liquid cooler fan splitter, and then connect the remaining fan power cables to the to the chassis fan headers located across the motherboard. Route the excess cables to the cable management side of the case.

* Refer to the video for step-by-step instructions.

1. Unbox the Power Supply and retrieve the power supply cables. You will need the following cables for the next steps: CPU, 24-Pin, and SATA power cables.
2. Install the required CPU power cables into the ATX_12V port located at the top left corner of the motherboard. Some motherboards may require 1 or 2 of these CPU cables. Route the other end of the cable to the cable management side of the case.

3. Retrieve the cables from your Power Supply Box labeled 24-Pin Power Cable and SATA Power Cable.

4. Connect the 24-Pin Power Cable into the motherboard (located on the right side) and route the cable towards the cable management side of the case. Confirm that the 24-Pin cable latch is secure over the 24-Pin header notch.

5. Connect the SATA Power from your AIO Liquid Cooling to the SATA Power Cable. Route the SATA power cable to the back side of the case. (If applicable).
6. Remove the second and third screws and backplates from the case. This is located on the rear side of the case. If you have a 3-slot graphics card, remove the second, third, and fourth screws and backplates.

7. Unpack and remove all packaging material and protective film from the graphics card before installation.
8. Install the graphics card on the first PCIe slot on the motherboard. Secure the graphics card with the case screws that were removed in step 1 of this section.

9 Grab the PCIe cable that may be pre-installed on your PSU, or retrieve the PCIe cable from your power supply box if it is a separate cable. Depending on the model of your graphics card, you may need two PCIe cables. Connect the PCIe cable to the graphics card and route the other end to the cable management side of the case. If your graphics card includes a power adapter, connect the adapter to the GPU, then connect the PCIe cable to the adapter.

10. Retrieve the power supply and connect all the power supply cables that have been routed to the back side of the case.
11. Insert the power supply into the bottom section of the case on the back side and secure with the 4 screws provided. Make sure the PSU fan is facing down so it can pull cool, filtered air through the bottom cutout.

12. Connect and organize all remaining cables that have been routed to the back side of the case. Hide any excess cables you may have into the PSU chamber.
13. Retrieve the Front Panel and Filter, Tempered Glass Side Panel, Aluminum Side Panel, and Top Filter, and install them in their original locations.

* Refer to the video for step-by-step instructions.

1. Place your fully built desktop on your desk and prepare for first power on.
2. Connect your monitor into the graphics card using either an HDMI or Display Cable.

3. Connect your mouse and keyboard into the desktop via the USB ports on the motherboard located on the rear side of the case.

Note: Do not use the HDMI or Display Port located on the motherboard.

4. Connect the power cable into the power supply and then connect the other end of the power cable to the nearest power outlet. If you are using a surge protector, connect the power cable to the surge protector instead.
5. Turn the power supply switch on and press the power button located on the top side of the desktop.
6. Once the system goes through the initial boot process, it will load the pre-installed Windows operating system.
7. Follow along the Windows prompts to complete the user account creation.
8. When you see the Windows home screen, open the search bar and type: Activation Settings, then hit Enter.**
9. Locate and select the “Change Product Key”, then enter the Windows Activation key provided in the Corsair Build Kit.
10. Once Windows is activated, you can begin installing the drivers needed for your desktop PC. Located on the desktop, you will find a folder titled "Drivers - Open Me First". In this folder, you will locate the necessary drivers for your PC, Corsair Wallpapers, and the CORSAIR iCUE Software.

11. To install the drivers, double click each driver, one by one, and follow the prompts to complete installation. If prompted to restart, do so at that time, then continue the installation process.

Note: No need to use the Windows Disc for activation. Windows is pre-installed.

* Refer to the video for step-by-step instructions.

Follow along with our instructional videos to build your very own Corsair Desktop.

1. Open your Corsair Build Kit package.
2. Verify you received all your hardware using the Hardware Checklist provided in the Build Kit Top Sheet.
3. Organize and place all your components on the Top Sheet to protect your components and tabletop.
4. Unbox your case and remove all packaging material.
5. Remove the Front Panel and Filter, Tempered Glass Side Panel, Aluminum Side Panel, and Top Filter. Place these items safely on a flat surface. Do not place the tempered glass panel on concrete, tiled, or ceramic surfaces to avoid damaging or breaking the glass.
6. Remove the white foam located above the hard drive cage and the brown box that contains screws, washers, and zip ties. This can be found on the cable side for the case.

7. Organize the screws, zip ties, and Corsair straps on your flat surface. These will be used during assembly.

* Refer to the video for step-by-step instructions.

1. Remove the motherboard from its packaging and place it on the anti-static bag provided.

2. Unpack the CPU and install it into the motherboard. Do not remove the plastic cover protecting the CPU socket as this will pop off when the CPU is installed. To release the latch, push the latch down and out to the right to open it. To properly install the CPU, look for the small triangle that is located in the bottom left corner of the CPU, and match it with the small triangle located at the bottom left corner of the CPU socket. To close the latch, lower the latch and push down under the clip to lock it in place. Reference images below.

3. Remove the heatsink cover on the motherboard to install the NVMe m.2 SSD (storage device). This is located in the middle section of the motherboard. Reference image below.

4. Locate and unpack the NVMe m.2 SSD found inside the anti-static bag. Install the NVMe m.2 SSD in the first m.2 slot located below the CPU. Secure with the provided screw.

5. Replace the heatsink cover onto the NVMe m.2 SSD (storage device).
6. Unpack the memory and install the memory sticks in the second and fourth DIMM slots.

7. If your motherboard does not have the rear I/O shield pre-installed, install the rear I/O shield before installing the motherboard (reference image below). Install the motherboard into the case and secure it with the motherboard screws that came in the brown box. Tighten the screws until they are snug, but do not overtighten to avoid damaging the motherboard.

Note: There is a long standoff in the center of the case that does not require a screw to secure the motherboard.

1. Unpack and remove the packaging from the AIO Liquid Cooler, fans, and screws provided. Be careful not to remove the pre-applied thermal paste while handling the AIO liquid cooler.

2. This liquid cooler has the Intel LGA 1700 CPU bracket pre-installed which will be needed to mount the cooler onto the CPU. Do not remove this pre-installed bracket.

3. To mount the liquid cooler onto the CPU, you will first need to install the mounting bracket onto the backside of the motherboard. Before installing, make sure to remove the brown backing protecting the adhesive section of the bracket. Now align the four posts of the bracket with the holes located on the backside of the motherboard. Firmly press onto the bracket to ensure a proper hold. Now that the bracket is in place, install the four 1700 standoffs.

4. Grab the AIO Liquid cooler and install two of the RGB fans received in your kit. Do not install the NON-RGB fans that came in the box. These will be spare fans not used in the build. Align the fans with the appropriate holes located on the cooler for proper installation. To secure the fans, install 8 x long screws that were provided with the cooler.

5. To install the cooler inside the case, mount the cooler above the motherboard and secure using 8 x short screws and washers. Next, install the cooler pump onto the CPU socket aligning the holes of the bracket with the previously installed standoffs. Secure the cooler pump by using the 4 provided thumb screws. Install in a crisscross pattern until the thumb screws are snug.

6. Unpack and remove all packaging from the RGB fans provided.
7. Remove the pre-installed fan located in the front of the case. Replace these with 3 RGB fans and install in the intake orientation (reference image below). Remove the pre-installed fan located in the rear and replace with the remaining RGB fan in the exhaust orientation (reference image below).

* Refer to the video for step-by-step instructions.

1. Locate the Front I/O cables found in the back of the case and connect them to the appropriate ports. USB 3.2 Cable to USB 3.2 Header, USB Type-C to USB Type-C header, Audio Cable to Audio Header, and System Panel Cables to the System Panel Header. Refer to your motherboard's manual for a detailed description of the ports and connections.

2. Place the USB hub on the cable management side of the case, next to the hard drive cages. Connect all USB controlled devices to this hub (liquid cooler, RGB controller, etc.). Reference images below.

Note: USB Hub provided may vary.

3. Install the RGB hub on the cable management side towards the left side of the case. This will allow room for you to connect the RGB cables from your fans. Make sure to plug in the fan RGB cables in sequential order.

4. Install two of the fan power cables to the liquid cooler fan splitter, and then connect the remaining fan power cables to the to the chassis fan headers located across the motherboard. Route the excess cables to the cable management side of the case.

* Refer to the video for step-by-step instructions.

1. Unbox the Power Supply and retrieve the power supply cables. Some cables may be loose and others will already be attached to the Power Supply.
2. Install the required CPU power cables into the ATX_12V port located at the top left corner of the motherboard. Some motherboards may require 1 or 2 of these CPU cables. Route the other end of the cable to the cable management side of the case.

3. Retrieve the cables from your Power Supply Box labeled 24-Pin Power Cable and SATA Power Cable.

4. Connect the 24-Pin Power Cable into the motherboard (located on the right side) and route the cable towards the cable management side of the case. Confirm that the 24-Pin cable latch is secure over the 24-Pin header notch.

5. Connect the SATA Power from your AIO Liquid Cooling to the SATA Power Cable. Route the SATA power cable to the back side of the case. (If applicable).
6. Remove the second and third screws and backplates from the case. This is located on the rear side of the case. If you have a 3-slot graphics card, remove the second, third, and fourth screws and backplates.

7. Unpack and remove all packaging material and protective film from the graphics card before installation.
8. Install the graphics card on the first PCIe slot on the motherboard. Secure the graphics card with the case screws that were removed in step 1 of this section.

9. Grab the PCIe cable that may be pre-installed on your PSU, or retrieve the PCIe cable from your power supply box if it is a separate cable. Depending on the model of your graphics card, you may need two PCIe cables. Connect the PCIe cable to the graphics card and route the other end to the cable management side of the case. If your graphics card includes a power adapter, connect the adapter to the GPU, then connect the PCIe cable to the adapter.

10. Retrieve the power supply and connect all the power supply cables that have been routed to the back side of the case.
11. Insert the power supply into the bottom section of the case on the back side and secure with the 4 screws provided. Make sure the PSU fan is facing down so it can pull cool, filtered air through the bottom cutout.

12. Connect and organize all remaining cables that have been routed to the back side of the case. Hide any excess cables you may have into the PSU chamber.
13. Retrieve the Front Panel and Filter, Tempered Glass Side Panel, Aluminum Side Panel, and Top Filter, and install them in their original locations.

* Refer to the video for step-by-step instructions.

1. Place your fully built desktop on your desk and prepare for first power on.
2. Connect your monitor into the graphics card using either an HDMI or Display Cable.

3. Connect your mouse and keyboard into the desktop via the USB ports on the motherboard located on the rear side of the case.

Note: Do not use the HDMI or Display Port located on the motherboard.

4. Connect the power cable into the power supply and then connect the other end of the power cable to the nearest power outlet. If you are using a surge protector, connect the power cable to the surge protector instead.
5. Turn the power supply switch on and press the power button located on the top side of the desktop.
6. Once the system goes through the initial boot process, it will load the pre-installed Windows operating system.
7. Follow along the Windows prompts to complete the user account creation.
8. When you see the Windows home screen, open the search bar and type: Activation Settings, then hit Enter.**
9. Locate and select the “Change Product Key”, then enter the Windows Activation key provided in the Corsair Build Kit.
10. Once Windows is activated, you can begin installing the drivers needed for your desktop PC. Located on the desktop, you will find a folder titled "Drivers - Open Me First". In this folder, you will locate the necessary drivers for your PC, Corsair Wallpapers, and the CORSAIR iCUE Software.

11. To install the drivers, double click each driver, one by one, and follow the prompts to complete installation. If prompted to restart, do so at that time, then continue the installation process.

Note: No need to use the Windows Disc for activation. Windows is pre-installed.

* Refer to the video for step-by-step instructions.

Follow along with our instructional videos to build your very own Corsair Desktop.

1. Open your Corsair Build Kit package.
2. Verify you received all your hardware using the Hardware Checklist provided in the Build Kit Top Sheet.
3. Organize and place all your components on the Top Sheet to protect your components and tabletop.
4. Unbox your case and remove all packaging material.
5. Remove the Front Panel and Filter, Tempered Glass Side Panel, Aluminum Side Panel, and Top Filter. Place these items safely on a flat surface. Do not place the tempered glass panel on concrete, tiled, or ceramic surfaces to avoid damaging or breaking the glass.
6. Remove the white foam located above the hard drive cage (if present) and the brown box that contains screws, washers, and zip ties. Remove the L Shape Cover that is wrapped in bubble wrap as this will not be used for assembly. These items can be found on the cable management side of the case.

7. Organize the screws, zip ties, and Corsair straps on your flat surface. These will be used during assembly.

* Refer to the video for step-by-step instructions.

1. Remove the motherboard from its packaging and place it on the anti-static bag provided.

2. Unpack the CPU and install it into the motherboard. Do not remove the plastic cover protecting the CPU socket as this will pop off when the CPU is installed. To release the latch, push the latch down and out to the right to open it. To properly install the CPU, look for the small triangle that is located in the bottom left corner of the CPU, and match it with the small triangle located at the bottom left corner of the CPU socket. To close the latch, lower the latch and push down under the clip to lock it in place. Reference images below.

3. Remove the heatsink cover on the motherboard to install the NVMe m.2 SSD (storage device). This is located in the middle section of the motherboard. Reference image below.

4. Locate and unpack the NVMe m.2 SSD found inside the anti-static bag. Install the NVMe m.2 SSD in the first m.2 slot located below the CPU. Secure with the provided screw.

5. Replace the heatsink cover onto the NVMe m.2 SSD (storage device) and secure with screw.

6. Unpack the memory and install the 2 memory sticks in the second and fourth DIMM slots.

7. Install the motherboard into the case and secure it with the motherboard screws that came in the brown box. Tighten the screws until they are snug, but do not overtighten to avoid damaging the motherboard.

Note: There is a long standoff in the center of the case that does not require a screw to secure the motherboard.

* Refer to video for step-by-step instructions.

1. Unpack and remove the packaging from the AIO Liquid Cooler, fans, and screws provided. Be careful not to remove the pre-applied thermal paste while handling the AIO liquid cooler.

2. This liquid cooler has the Intel LGA 1700 CPU bracket pre-installed which will be needed to mount the cooler onto the CPU. Do not remove this pre-installed bracket.

3. To mount the liquid cooler onto the CPU, you will first need to install the mounting bracket onto the backside of the motherboard. Before installing, make sure to remove the brown backing protecting the adhesive section of the bracket. Now align the four posts of the bracket with the holes located on the backside of the motherboard. Firmly press onto the bracket to ensure a proper hold. Now that the bracket is in place, install the four 1700 standoffs.

4. Grab the AIO Liquid cooler and install the three RGB fans received in your liquid cooling box. Align the fans with the appropriate holes located on the cooler for proper installation. To secure the fans, install 12x long screws that were provided with the cooler.

5. To install the cooler inside the case, mount the cooler above the motherboard and secure using 12x short screws and washers. Next, install the cooler pump onto the CPU socket aligning the holes of the bracket with the previously installed standoffs. Secure the cooler pump by using the 4 provided thumb screws. Install in a crisscross pattern until the thumb screws are snug.

6. Unpack and remove all packaging from the final RGB fan provided in the build kit.

7. Install the final RGB fan in the rear of the case in the exhaust orientation (reference image below).

* Refer to video for step-by-step instructions.

1. Locate the Front I/O cables found in the cable management side of the case and connect them to the appropriate ports. USB 3.2 Cable to USB 3.2 Header, USB Type-C to USB Type-C header, Audio Cable to Audio Header, and System Panel Cables to the System Panel Header. Refer to your motherboard's manual for a detailed description of the ports and connections.

2. Install the Commander Core on the cable management side of the case, towards the left side of the case using the double-sided tape provided. This will allow room for you to connect the RGB cables from your fans. Grab the pump 24-pin cable and connect it to your Commander CORE. (Reference images below)

3. The 5000D RGB Airflow case has the three pre-installed RGB fans in the front of the case pre-connected to the RGB hub and fan power hub. These cables can remain connected by default. Connect the RGB cables for the top three radiator fans and the rear fan in sequential order into the Commander Core on the “RGB Hub” side.

4. Connect the Power Cables for the top three radiator fans and the rear fan in sequential order into the Commander Core on the “Fans” side.

Note: Fan RGB and Power Cables can be re-arranged based on customer preference.

* Refer to video for step-by-step instructions.

1. Unbox the Power Supply and retrieve the power supply cables. You will need the following cables for the next steps: CPU, 24-Pin, and SATA power cables.
2. Install the required CPU power cables into the ATX_12V port located at the top left corner of the motherboard. Some motherboards may require 1 or 2 of these CPU cables. Route the other end of the cable to the cable management side of the case.

3. Retrieve the cables from your Power Supply Box labeled 24-Pin Power Cable and SATA Power Cable.

4. Connect the 24-Pin Power Cable into the motherboard (located on the right side) and route the cable towards the cable management side of the case. Confirm that the 24-Pin cable latch is secure over the 24-Pin header notch.

5. Connect the SATA Power from your AIO Liquid Cooling to the SATA Power Cable. Route the SATA power cable to the back side of the case. (If applicable).

6. Remove the second and third screws and backplates from the case. This is located on the rear side of the case. If you have a 3-slot graphics card, remove the second, third, and fourth screws and backplates.

7. Unpack and remove all packaging material and protective film from the graphics card before installation.

8. Install the graphics card on the first PCIe slot on the motherboard. Secure the graphics card with the case screws that were removed in step 1 of this section.

9. Grab the PCIe cable that may be pre-installed on your PSU, or retrieve the PCIe cable from your power supply box if it is a separate cable. Depending on the model of your graphics card, you may need two PCIe cables. Connect the PCIe cable to the graphics card and route the other end to the cable management side of the case. If your graphics card includes a power adapter, connect the adapter to the GPU, then connect the PCIe cable to the adapter.

Note: GPU Power adapter will vary based on Build Kit chosen, and brand of GPU.

10. Retrieve the power supply and connect all the power supply cables that have been routed to the back side of the case.

Note: Your PSU model/size will differ based on Build Kit chosen

11. Insert the power supply into the bottom section of the case on the back side and secure with the 4 screws provided. Make sure the PSU fan is facing down so it can pull cool, filtered air through the bottom cutout.

12. Connect and organize all remaining cables that have been routed to the back side of the case. Hide any excess cables you may have into the PSU chamber.

13. Retrieve the Front Panel and Filter, Tempered Glass Side Panel, Aluminum Side Panel, and Top Filter, and install them in their original locations.

* Refer to video for step-by-step instructions.

1. Place your fully built desktop on your desk and prepare for first power on.
2. Connect your monitor into the graphics card using either an HDMI or Display Port Cable.

3. Connect your mouse and keyboard into the desktop via the USB ports on the motherboard located on the rear side of the case.

Note: Do not use the HDMI or Display Port located on the motherboard.

4. If you connect to your internet via an ethernet cable, proceed to connect the ethernet cable to the ethernet/LAN port on the motherboard. If you connect to your internet via Wi-Fi, you will be prompted to do so during the Windows account creation process.

5. Connect the power cable into the power supply and then connect the other end of the power cable to the nearest power outlet. If you are using a surge protector, connect the power cable to the surge protector instead.

6. Turn the power supply switch on and press the power button located on the top side of the desktop.

7. Once the system goes through the initial boot process, it will load the pre-installed Windows operating system.

8. Follow along the Windows prompts to complete the user account creation.

9. When you see the Windows home screen, open the search bar and type: Activation Settings, then hit Enter.

10. Locate and select the “Change Product Key”, then enter the Windows Activation key provided in the Corsair Build Kit.

11. Once Windows is activated, you can begin installing the drivers needed for your desktop PC. Located on the desktop, you will find a folder titled "Drivers - Open Me First". In this folder, you will locate the necessary drivers for your PC, Corsair Wallpapers, and the CORSAIR iCUE Software.

12. To install the drivers, double click each driver, one by one, and follow the prompts to complete installation. If prompted to restart, do so at that time, then continue the installation process.

Note: There is no need to use the included Windows Disc for activation as we have pre-installed the software on your boot drive.

13. It is recommended that you update your Windows as well to make sure that the PC has the latest Windows updates. To install the latest Windows updates, click on the search bar in your task bar, and type "Windows Updates", then hit Enter. When the "Windows Update" window opens, select the "Check for updates" button, or the "Download and Install Updates" button if Windows has already identified available updates.

* Refer to video for step-by-step instructions.