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rog strix z490

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    [SOLVED] does anyone know of a compatible CPU waterblock for Asus ROG Strix z490-i build?

    I am building a water-cooled PC currently using the ASUS ROG strix z490-i mini-itx motherboard. Just for reference, the CPU is i9 10900KF. I purchased a Thermaltake Pacific MX1 plus CPU waterblock, but when I got the MB and started looking at clearance, I'm not sure that waterblock is going to...
  2. Samsamzz1

    [SOLVED] Rog Strix Z490-G Gaming not starting up

    I have built my first PC but unfortunately its not starting up. I have some lights on the motherboard but pressing the power button does nothing. The fans, Cooling Pump Lights etc aren't starting. There's no LEDs on the board its self to indicate any faults. Here is my built: Motherboard...
  3. xerxesaria

    [SOLVED] Chassis cooling dilemma

    I have purchased: Asus ROG Strix Z490-E Gaming Motherboard. This motherboard has only 2 headers for case fans. My case has 5 fans (2 intake + 3 exhaust)! That leaves 3 fans unusable, unless I use a splitter. The motherboard has also a CPU_OPT header, which, I understand is best used for...