BEFORE YOU START
Please download the latest version of iCUE from www.corsair.com/downloads
Learn more about iCUE LINK System Hub from CORSAIR iCUE LINK System Hub.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
PREREQUISITES (NOT INCLUDED)
INITIAL ASSEMBLY OF THE UNIT
1. INSTALL THE MOUNTING BRACKET (B)
Place the XD5 RGB ELITE on the mounting bracket (B) with un-threaded holes facing up. Secure the XD5 RGB ELITE to the bracket using four M3x6mm screws (J) from the bottom.
2. INSTALL THE FAN MOUNTING ADAPTER PLATE (C)
Secure the XD5 RGB ELITE with the installed pump-reservoir mounting bracket onto a 120mm or 140mm fan mounting adapter plate (C) using four M3 thumb screws (K). The fan adapter brackets can be mounted horizontally or vertically thus allowing free movement in horizontal and vertical axis (depending on orientation).
MOUNTING THE ASSEMBLY
1. MOUNTING THE ASSEMBLY TO A RADIATOR
With the pump-reservoir unit already mounted to a fan mounting adapter secure the assembly to the radiator with the short 6mm (0.25") M4xP0.7 screws supplied with the CORSAIR XR radiator itself.
2. MOUNTING THE ASSEMBLY TO A FAN
With the pump-reservoir unit already mounted to a fan mounting adapter secure the assembly to the radiator using four enclosed self-tapping fan screws (F).
3. MOUNTING THE ASSEMBLY TO A CASE FAN SLOT
Secure the XD5 RGB ELITE with the fan mounting adapter bracket onto a case fan opening. Use enclosed M4x6mm screws (I) along with M4 washers (H) and M4 nuts (G).
4. MOUNTING THE ASSEMBLY TO A CASE SHEET METAL
Locate the suitable cut-out hole pattern in the chassis that would fit 55mm x 27.5mm (for vertical installation) or 55mm x 67mm (for horizontal installation) hole pattern.
MOUNTING ORIENTATION
The XD5 RGB ELITE must be installed vertically with the pump below the reservoir tube.
FINALIZING THE SETUP
iCUE LINK CONNECTION
CONNECTING AND USING THE INTEGRATED SMART FEATURES
Please download the latest version of iCUE from www.corsair.com/downloads
You must have an iCUE LINK SYSTEM HUB to use the XD5 RGB ELITE pump/reservoir. Connect the included 90 degree iCUE LINK cable from the iCUE LINK header on the pump housing to an iCUE LINK System Hub.
The XD5 RGB ELITE pump/reservoir can be used with other iCUE LINK hardware by placing it anywhere on the channel string using a direct connection, Y cable accessory, or 4-way splitter.
FILLING AND PRIMING
1. PREPARE THE POWER SUPPLY UNIT
2. PREPARE THE XD5 RGB ELITE PUMP/RESERVOIR
Move the manual pump speed override switch on the side of the XD5 RGB ELITE pump/reservoir to position 1. This will allow the pump to run at full power, allowing for easier priming and bleeding of air.
3. FILL AND PRIME THE XD5 RGB ELITE
4. Move the manual override pump speed switch back to position 2 on the pump housing once priming the loop is complete. You will not be able to control pump speed and it will run at priming speed if not set back to its original position.
5. 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 (Figure 1) and disconnect the ATX 24-pin PSU Jumper Bridge (Figure 2). Reconnect the power cables to other computer peripherals and start the computer.
Can I use the XD5 RGB ELITE 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 Hydro X Series page.
Can I use the XD5 RGB ELITE with aluminium water-cooling equipment?
Certain parts are made from copper and brass and should not be mixed with aluminium.
WARRANTY
HYDRO X Series Core products (CPU and GPU Blocks, Pumps, and Radiators) have a 3-year warranty.
LEGAL
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