Corsair Hydro Series H100i GTX Liquid CPU Cooler Installation How-To Guide
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- The Hydro Series H100i GTX is an extreme performance, all-in-one liquid CPU cooler for cases with 240mm radiator mounts. The 240mm radiator and dual SP120L PWM fans provide the excellent heat dissipation you need for highly overclocked CPUs. Corsair Link is built in, so you can monitor temperatures, adjust cooling performance and customize LED lighting directly from your desktop.
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Does it come pre filled with that dank bong water ?
+Mergen Fremen yes
Thanks m8 aprec8
Dank bong water?
jeffrewson yes
no, only stank42 brand
I've owned this cooler for about 3 months now, so I figured I would leave my review here. With some Q/A too.
Despite the relatively high pricing, this cooler works quite well for what it is (a 240mm AIO cooler with LED effects and sexy tubing). The cooler beats out every other 240mm AIO on the market at nearly every clock on every CPU, which is saying something. That doesn't mean it gets off scot-free though. Since the pricing eclipses and exceeds some 280mm options on the market, it wouldn't be fair to count them out either.
For most reviewers, it appears that this cooler is BETTER than 280mm offerings, and it is, to a point. I compared this cooler on my test bench to my Kraken x61 using two different CPUs on two different motherboards. Most reviewers don't clock their CPU's that high when they test AIOs, a flaw in my opinion, because at stock clocks, this cooler will cool better than any cooler on the market, even the H110i GT in some setups. I will detail why this cooler is the best 240mm AIO, but overpriced for what it is (though I don't know Corsair's BoM for this cooler, so it might actually cost a massive amount to make, I can't know)
Test setup: Lian-Li Pit Stop Test Bench
Asus Crosshair V Formula Z+ AM3+
Asus Maximus VII Formula Z97
AMD FX-9590
Intel Core i7-4770k
16GB Kingston HyperX Fury 1866 MHz Red Edition (DDR3 of course)
1TB Samsung 850 Pro
For the best example of out of the box performance, I used the SP120Ls that came with the H100i GTX, and the fans that came with the NZXT Kraken x61. I usually use Noctua NF-F12 iPPC Industrial 3000's on the H100i GTX, and the F14's on the Kraken X61. Both of these coolers were tested using their highest performance setups. With the GTX in pump performance mode, and fan performance mode in Corsair Link. The NZXT Kraken is in Extreme Tweaker mode with max fan speeds and pump speed.
4770k 3.5 GHz: Kraken 37 C, H100i GTX 35 C
9590 4.7 GHz: Kraken 44 C, H100i GTX 43 C
4770k 3.9 GHz: (sustained boost): Kraken 39 C, H100i GTX 37 C
9590 4.9 GHz: (mild OC): Kraken 46 C, H100i GTX 46 C
4770k 4.3 GHz (decent OC): Kraken 45 C, H100i GTX 45 C
9590 5.1 GHz (heavy OC): Kraken 59 C, H100i GTX 64 C
4770k 4.9 GHz (max clock): Kraken 61 C, H100i GTX 78 C
9590 5.4 GHz (max clock): Kraken 65 C, H100i GTX (reached TJMax, failure)
So, as you can see, the H100i GTX cannot compete with most 280mm coolers at really high OC's, or power hungry chips like an i7-E, or 9590. I sadly didn't have an i7-E to test, but the results would have been similar to the 9590. Also, the H100i GTX just simply needs new fans... the SP120Ls have a much higher static pressure than the SP120 Performance Editions, but they do so at an ear splitting noise level, make no mistake, these fans when they are working hard are the loudest things in the world, beating out my R9 290x Lightning at 70% fan speed for noise.
+speedevil22 Great test results. Normally on corsair coolers I switch the fans to Static pressure LED versions. Longer cables and flexible cable management. I also wish corsair made 4 Pin LED and Non LED fans vs the standard 3 pin. I will get this cooler soon tho to match my case branding. I don't overclock because the CPU performs well enough for me but if I choose to overclock, atleast I will have this H100i on standby. I would like to suggest adding the 4790K to your test bench ;)
+Rikki Boodram Yes, I too wish they made PWM LED edition SP fans. That's something I've emailed them about and they came back with the "Great idea, we've passed this on to the team". And yes, I need to acquire a 4790k because the TIM between the chip itself and the heat spreader is so much more consistent. It's also clocked higher at stock. Only gripe I have with this cooler outside of price is:
1. Corsair Link can be a pain in the ass sometimes, especially on Windows 7, it sometimes forgets my fan presets and the fans reach max speed in "quiet mode". I fixed this by creating my own custom fan curve in the software.
2. The tubes going straight into the waterblock looks great, but combined with how tough these tubes are, it can make it difficult to install without a second person if you aren't experienced.
Thanks for the feedback, and for the record, this is the AIO I use in my own personal rig. So it met and exceeded my expectations, even at the high price.
+speedevil22 How loud is the pump???
In my setup. You can hardly hear it. But if your pump starts to make a noise. RMA it immediately. Pump noises are not good. However you should not hear the pump tho.
+Alex Maia pump is quiet the fans are loud if they go higher than 2000 rpm.
You guys made this far easier than it looks. My motherboard has my sticks of ram to high up and it interferes where the fans come down on the h100...incompatible, now I need to return it
Ah Corsair you should have made this cooler with better parts,
I posted a video where when k was doing the unboxing the pump was leaking :/
I submitted and RMA with newegg and they told me i was getting a new one sent to me,
Newegg instead refunded my money with out letting me know and now i have no cooler wtf is up with this, i am a big fan of the corsair h100i
When will u release more?
this is the final piece for my custom pc build im doing it is really reliable and at a very good price plus my brand new corsair case im getting thank you for creating such amazing products for us and at really really good prices corsair all the way
The pump power has only 3 pins....not 4 pins as this video stated.... I assume it would be the same when I plug it into the 4 pin CPU fan
Just thought I should say you guys have some of the best tech support ever.
when will you guys release the color plates?
I have the 240 h100i An it is almost hilarious how fast i cool it down with the 4 120mm delta TFC1212DE fans i have attached to it controlled by a 5 switch 100W per channel switchboard in one of my bays
I will say to thu i dont like the mounting myself feels flimsy and cheap as sht. an i stripped my first one an had to return it. it should tightin ALL the way and fit SNUG with 0 PLAY. thats the only serious problem i see an have with this thing so far. May do a custom loop in the future if these needs arnt met on my next build.
My fans on my h100i are constantly spinning up and down, from quiet to REALLY loud. Also in Corsair link it shows 0 rpm for the fans.
Disable Q-Fan in your BIOS
Pretty darn sweet, but I will stick with my H105 until it no longer wishes to work. Keep up the great work Corsair!
you saiid to plug in the 4 pin power cable but its only 3 pin
thats what I thought!
They can be called 4 pin connecters but only have 3 pins
cheeriomartinez it my first pc so what is the name of the space you will plug in the motherboard for the data cable
Great job corsair. You are featuring this cooler with the 350d and maximus vii gene. What my exact set up is. But this won't fit in combination with the 8-pin cpu power plug. Great job corsair. Really sweet.
Rod Foong Also what I ended up doing
Just installed mine. No leaking issues. However, I am getting the 'no CPU fan' error on post. The system is running but the motherboard is not detecting the liquid cooling system. Went ahead and disabled the error, but now i cannot monitor the pump or fan speeds with the software.
What motherboard are you using?
speedevil22 Asus Z97-AR. I sort of figured it out. Went into the advanced mode and into monitor, let the motherboard check the fan speeds highs and lows, doing that allowed it to communicate with the cpu corsair cooler now. On one start up I had to do it a second time though.
Hmmm. This sure seems to be a common problem on Asus boards. I wanted to use Corsair Link instead of my fan controller, so I plugged all that in and installed the software, but my Maximus VII Hero keeps freaking out on start-up saying there's no CPU fan. I don't know why it thinks that because the power is connected to the CPU fan header. Thanks for the tip, though.
Hey, I figured it out. The problem lies with the overall fan mode. I was getting the error myself until I tried something a little different. See, the H100i GTX is a PWM pump. Just go into the ASUS motherboard settings and change the cpu fan from whatever it is by default to PWM. It completely solved the issue
lord zaros thanks for your help! That solved the cpu fan.. but how do I get the chassis fans to read in the bios? Z97 pro. I have them plugged into cpu _opt. Should I change their settings, too?
Idk how I feel about this. This seems like an easy fix to liquid cooling a system. To me, installing the pipes, using a pump, etc is legit water cooling. Since I am an amateur in PC building I am going with this product most likely but I was just expressing my opinion.
Whats the song at the beginning? and in the background
SavageMate Du Hast by The Beatles
Nice tips, i'm probably gonna get one of those Corsair watercoolers for my upcoming rig.
So you don't have to put liquid in it yourself?
Yeet 21 yee
Yeet 21 No you do not
AIOs are basically water cooling options for people who don't know anything about it, or they don't want to manage watercooling. So no, you don't have it put it in yourself.
Do you have to change it though...? It's pretty obvious that the water wont always be cool after years and years.
yes its pretty much bong water as stated above.
can that cooler support 4 fans like the h100i?
Scott McLeod Yes you can do push/pull with it but you'll need a large case to fit that
I am new to manually creating a computer so i have a bit of a nooby question: Is that all there is to it or do you actually need a reservoir and water too?
Why put a 3-pin wire on the pump? All modern motherboards are 4-pin pwm. I tried for an hour to get my motherboard to stop throwing up CPU fan error with the pump plugged in. I refuse to set my motherboard to ignore fan error for CPU.... This POS is going back.
I had this same issue please let me know how you fixed it. I would greatly appreciate. It ty
+JUSTIN BIBER a 3-pin wire will still work on a 4-pin header just with less bells and whistles.
That's one legit oldschool screw driver.
wait wait a little minute so you are telling me all i have to do is this OMG MY FUCKING GOD I LOVE YOU CORSAIR i thought i had to deal with actually putting water or liquid omg i love corsair i want to marry i want a corsair Jr
Yes as it is closed loop all you have to do is place it inside your case, you know, you can use one of these H100i GTX Coolers on Graphics cards?
All you have to do is install it? You don't have to put the water in? And how often are u supposed to change it
you cant change it. apparently this cooler is permanantly sealed. if you take off the things than you've pretty much broken it.
You guys should offer a discount if we trade in our old pumps! I love my h105 but I'd make the jump if I got a discount for this one, I love the RGB lighting as well
he said 4 pin connector but mine has a 3pin?
I had this same issue please let me know how you fixed it. I would greatly appreciate. It ty
+JUSTIN BIBER I can't remember off the top of my head, I'll look into it and try find out for you
Sorry not sure, can't remember that far back. I plugged it in somewhere and it's been working fine since my post but all I can remember.
haha, most peopel have the same issue as you (which including me)
you can plug a 3 pin into a 4 pin header, works just the same
Once payday hits on Thursday, I'm heading down to Microcenter, to pick one of these up. Couple of compatibility questions before i do that.
1. Is this compatible with AM3+ Motherboards?
2. Will the radiator fit on the top of the Corsair Vengeance C70 case?
If both are yes, I will gladly purchase one of these!
0:59 I see you guys still didn't fix the issue with the loose standoffs. I put up a video showing what I mean. watch?v=nKctuFvalWg
I watched your video, but what you're complaining about isn't a real problem, because after you install the cpu cooling block, the cpu cooling block tightens the back plate and the standoffs. So, I think you are creating a flood from a drop of water.
The standoffs are designed to be a bit lose to prevent damage to your motherboard from over-tightening. Once you attach the pump and tighten it down with the thumbscrews everything will be secure.
My mounting thing was loose as hell when I stuck it on. After attaching the pump and tightening it up, it was as tight as my tight jeans.
Corsair Alright. Thanks. Didn't know this and put rubber washers when I encountered this problem. Thanks for clearing that up. Should help for future references when people Google search the "issue."
Corsair Works that with the Obsidian 450D?
Those hoses are mighty close to that exhaust fan.
Noice
The data cable is only needed if you have a corsair mother board right?
I installed radiator, screw is tight, washers flop around, it seems the screws are too long, another problem, installed intel bracket on back side, posts on front of Motherboard, the back bracket corners do not seat in..i think the corners are suppose to fit in the holes, mine doesn't.there is a gap between motherboard and back intel plate, here is a "lip" around each screw holes, I think they are suppose to fit in the wholes and it doesn't. I have a Asus Z270E motherboard
Corsair coolers rock, and they are very affordable, i Wish that you cold add some nice costume cooling systems to your lineup, AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE :)). the black soft tube and no led fans don't look cool.
can i change thoses fans? with custom fans like for example SP RGB Color fans 120mm?
couldn't of made it simpler nice video
I am looking for a LC unit for my 1150sck intel. I am currently using a Aerocool Xpredator Black orange case and I dont really have any space for the double fan radiator. That I can tell. LC is new to me. So I believe I have a either a 140mm or 180mm back pannel vent free and on the base pannel of the case.
I feel Corsair continue to make excellent Hardware.
I give a Plus Plus for the new look bolt on cooler.I particularly like the new Sleeves.
But... There is a Rather Large Object in the Room that needs to be looked at more closely...
There needs to be an Affordable Bridge between Virgin aka 'DIY' Water Cooling and...Custom Water Cooling.
I Think I have a Solution- excuse the Pun.
Should you tighten the cooling block screws as tight as they can go? I have heard if you over tighten them, you can damage the MB. My Screws never seem to fully tighten and I am concerned about over tightening. I have an AMD FX8150 & Sabertooth 990FX & antec h20 620 cooling system. I know it is old, but I built it years ago, sat in storage now I am bringing it back to life. Thanks
Not clear if washers are used on the Long radiator to case mounting screws? He does not indicate that they are, nor do instructions, so I'm assuming no washers are used on long screws?
Please do a video about the color kit for the h100i v2!
cool design, i like the led rgb colors, iam really confused between this and the nzxt x52, which one is better performance?
Product is in the mail, and I have one question.. all the videos talk about using the Long/short screws but I plan on installing 2 additional Fans for a push/pull Config.. where do i pick up the extra 8 'long' screws needed.. what are the specs/sizes (if i need to go to a hardware store, orr is the hardware also included?
A suggestion - You guys should show how to install it on a AMD system as well.
Wait, the direction he's installing the fans in, is that the same way as the manual recommends? Or does the manual recommend the fans to have the airflow in the opposite direction?
added 2 exra PWN fans to h100i gtx, just to see what happen with the temp. if anything useful. 11% load 22*C
Awesome product,but with my original H100i the led color i set doesn't save anymore.I don't even bother with it no more.I also have a H105 simplicity at its best white led with color rings to match your system.
I like the way you don't have to use any thermal paste for the liquid cooling, cause personally I'm suck at putting thermal paste onto my cpu (50% fail)
The only side in my case that I can mount this is on the front. Should I set this as push/intake? I also have two exhaust fans, one on the back and one on top.
I've had this closed-loop cooler for about 3 years now. Still works fine but doesn't cool quite as well as it did when it was new. The radiator gets dusty so that's part of the problem, but I wonder if any other maintenance should be done (flushing, etc.) to these things after 3 years?
Sir, I have a query if we install this cooler and suppose it's working fine. But the question is how do we come to know whether it's not performing and CPU heats up. I mean in air cooler it's easily noticeable but this type of cooling how to know whether it's working or not.And how to do its maintenance. Like water filling etc.
I bought the Corsair hydro series h100i gtx 280mm & everything is OK, except the fact there's a yellow mark in the device manager. It's my first time (I had the same thing in my old cooler). Should I ignore that? (windows 10) Thanks!
+Corsair
or someone pls help me..
planning to get cooling soon, but i really wonder which one is better? H110i GT or this H100i GTX?
Can I connect those fans to a fan controller so I can see and control the rotation speed without needing a software for that?
I see some comments here that say it comes pre filled already with liquid coolant. my question is, is this thing maintenance free (like never having to change the liquid coolant or anything like that)?
How do you properly install this? I see some people put the fans (down) and then the radiator(up), like in this video, and in other builds they put the radiator(down) and then the fans (up)
Haha I need to upgrade my system specs soon. My 660ti isn't cutting it that much these days. My build is just over 3 years old end of this month.
Is it possible to swap the tubing for a different colour. so detach them from the radiator and plate?
I want to know, What different fan on the top radiator and below radiator...??
I just downloaded the H100i GTX Quick Start Guide and it says the following: "For the best cooling performance, we recommend mounting the fans as an air-intake to your PC case."
So, this guy is a Corsair representative and goes against their recommendation. That's curious. It makes sense to me that you'd rather intake cooler room air than warmer case air. The only possible downside I see is that your through-case airflow may be disrupted by this arrangement. Does anyone have thoughts on this?
the part where the backplate is supposed to go is blocked? its like some kind of tape. I use the asus x99 deluxe
Hello corsair!!! I have a question for you: The h100i gtx is powered by sata right? Hitechlegion showed that you should not plug the pump in the cpu fan, but rather into a 3pin to molex/sata for constant 12v. Is it true or is the cpu fan good enough?
+Xetion surely thats not good, you're fans would be running at max RPM constantly comsuming as much power as they could, the reason for the CPU header is because its PWM controlled meaning the AIO will be controlled depending on the heat output of the CPU
Whats the difference other than pricing with the H100i GTX vs the H110i GT and or the H100i?
Which standoff screws do I use for a i7 6700k, the short ones for the LGA 2011 or the long ones for the LGA 115x/1366 ?
I'm confuse(New and haven't build a PC yet) do you actually need to put water on liquid coolers? And if you do you need to change it?
fairplay, that really is easy to install tbf..
Can i mount the 2 fans on top of the radiator instead instead of mounting beneath the radiator?
Question. Microcenter description says it does not fit a 2066 socket, Newegg site says it does. I have it and I don't see the correct screw standoff sizes for the 2066 socket.. What can I do. I need a 240mm cooler for a 2066 socket......Thanks in advance....pvp
is it possible to screw the filter from the inside because because my PC doesn't have access to the top grid unlike other cases.
I want that case!!! its the best!!! (Corsair Carbide 400c)
Bal Laura Chos
dats a corsair obsidian 250 i think
Hi, is it wise to use those fans as exhaust fans? Aren't you going pushing hot air from the computer into the radiator? I have mine mounted underside like that but i'm using it as Intake and blowing air into the CPU and i have an exhaust fan to pull the air out the back and sides.
Does it matter if the radiator's hoses are on the right side instead if left?
Why do I show no pump info or options to change the color of the cooling block??? Is there a fix for this? I am running windows 10.
Does not come with enough washers in the kit. I ended up hitting the screw protectors of the radiator very easily, and basically smashed them down without realizing it.
I would like to point out that I'm greatly dissatisfied from this product. Because before buying didn't know that corsair link doesn't consider the cpu temp readings as the factor of its custom curve, in contrast you can only make a custom cooling curve from the cooler temp that doesn't flanctuate more than 3-4degrees. Even if you want to make this work, you can't use decimals. My oppinion is that this may cause issues in the future, because you get the about the same cooler temp readings even if your cpu is 70c which is acceptable or 85+ which is nearly warning.
Will this fit a 240 corsair air case, also is it better to have the fans blowing out and not into the case? like shown here?.
Do I need PWM y splitter to connect both fans to cpu fan connector or do I just link the fans to the pump?
Anyone who owns this liquid cooler, how is the performance compared to a fan cooler, the sound. Also has there been any leaks, any problems that led to another part being damaged?
should i put thremal paste on the cpu then install the Liquid CPU Cooler or i just install it without putting thremal paste on the cpu
This was fabulous. Jeff is amazing. Does Corsair have a spiritual help hotline?
Could I put the radiator on the side panel? I have the Sentey Stealth 6008 Case and the 120mm fans are on the side. Could i just put the radiator and fans there?
I got three sets of standoffs for the mounting bracket. Two are very similar except the one set is dark (black) and the other is shiny (silver). The other set has different length threads on either side. Which ones do I use for my Asus Z170-E motherboard? I checked the manual and I cannot differentiate between the two similarly sized standoffs except for the color... And the manual says nothing about the color...
I am trying to decide between this and the Kraken...anyone have experience with both, not to mention any indication of noise levels?
does anybody know where I can buy more of the long screws that are used to mount the fans onto the radiator? or at least the size so I can buy some at the hardware store? I want to set mine up in push/pull but It only comes with 8 screws so I need 8 more to do that
My case is the corsair spec 03 and my motherboard only has 1 cpu fan slot and another 2 slots i have my 2 front fans using a splitter and my rear fan in the last port. WIll this h100 work with my motherboard since i only have the 1 slot for the cpu fan my other ones are taken from my rear exhust fan and my front 2 fans
Step 5 .where can i find fan power. Cable.. I don't hav.. That cable.. Will it available in aftermarket. What it is called
The 90 degree angled USB Corsair Link connector on the pump hits the bottom right mounting thumbscrew on AMD sockets. Looks like crap.
Nice design, but how much improvement has been done to reduce the pump noise ?
It's the only parts that holds me back of instaling one of these, I've seen alot of noise complains about aio liquid coolers pumps .
I have an H55 with the pump running at full speed. I can't even hear it over the case fans.
so it comes with liquids??
Newbie question but I just wanted clarification: I'm going mITX so I'm limited on cpu fan connections. A h100i, including both 120mm fans, is only going to take up the CPU fan on the mobo? I don't have to worry about taking up a case fan header or anything?
Its no problem with H100i Gtx on top (from inside), in Cosmos SE case ?
What should i so if the liquidcooler dont react to the corsairlink. All wires are in the right Place conected.
Just one question, is it possible to damage an AMD CPU when over-tightening the thumbscrews using a screwdriver once diagonally tightened, it was a H115i.
And how much force is considered a lot, I grabbed my screwdriver with my fist and gave it a nice turn, but the system booted up and all is good, any possibility of damage if left as it is?
Hi I have a problem with my h100i gtx I have corsair v 4.2.0.162 ,I has also plug in the corsair linkalthough the pump and temp is showing but the fan are showing 0 rpm even though they are spinning, is this a defect or software problem?
Which is a good cooler(air or liquid) for overclocking ryzen 7 2700??
does one need to cleanse and refill the water every so often
does the ink data cable need to be plugged in all the time?
Does anyone know what case that is in the video?? The cooler doesn't fit my old case and want something simple like the one shown. Thanks for any info.
so I know nothing about liquid cooling but does this come set up or do I need to add water or whatever you use for it?
Hi, can you tell me why it makes that buzzing electric noise coming from the CPU, and how I can fix it please? Im worried nad it is a new product. i56600k, asus viii hero, windows 7 64bit. Thank you
Hey uh, I got my h110i from amazon and I don't have the mythical short screws mentioned here. Should I return it or something?
Does it makes any difference if i put the radiator on the other side? (Water cables curve on the right of the block)
IPawn3R Not at all. It doesn't matter where or in what position you put the rad as long as you don't put too much strain on the tubes.