CPU fan for asrock x370 taichi

[Vcaz02]

I just recently built a computer and I'm trying to find a CPU fan that is compatible with the asrock x370 motherboard and ryzen processor, I tried the coolermaster 212 evo and coolermaster hyper t4. Both weren't compatible, thanks.

 

[Seanie280672]

I just recently built a computer and I'm trying to find a CPU fan that is compatible with the asrock x370 motherboard and ryzen processor, I tried the coolermaster 212 evo and coolermaster hyper t4. Both weren't compatible, thanks.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Amd/comments/5y1xmx/am4_cpu_cooler_compatibility_list_for_the/

 

[Vcaz02]

Thank you, I see on that list is the coolermaster t4 I bought this fan and it is not compatible with my motherboard

 

[Seanie280672]

Thank you, I see on that list is the coolermaster t4 I bought this fan and it is not compatible with my motherboard

Its because it just uses the old clip style clamp to hold it down, the other parts are for other sockets, see pict below.

 

[Vcaz02]

Thank you I will try again to mount it with just the clip. I will post back if I have issues

 

[Vcaz02]

Still don't understand how to mount the clip if it has nothing to clip onto

 

[Vcaz02]

The bracket that came with the fan does not fit into my mobo. I'm just not sure what attach that clip to. If you could give me more detailed instructions

 

[Seanie280672]

It should clip to the black plastic bracket that came with the motherboard?

 

[Ditt44]

Your board (I have the same one) has two black plastic mounting brackets built in. DO NOT remove them if you get a cooler with a clamp mechanism. I have two of these coolers...one in plated nickle that looks great on the board: https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835118223

Any cooler with the clamping bracket as shown in a pic above will work. You place the solidnon-moving end of the bracket over the black mounting bracket at the top of the board, then gently but firmly press the other end (the end that has some flex/movement in the clip) downward over the lower black mounting bracket. Press until the latch part clips on. Done.

Granted, I have installed my two Zalman's numerous times and some boards are tighter than others, which means cursing and bleeding. The Taichi was 5 seconds. Easy.... with experience. But just go gently and firmly and you'll be fine.