MSI Creator TRX40 User Manual - Page 44

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4, EXS_FAN1~3,: Fan Connectors Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode or DC Mode. PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with speed control signal. DC Mode fan connectors control fan speed by changing voltage. This motherboard can automatically detect PWM and DC mode. However, you can follow the instruction below to adjust the fan connector to PWM or DC Mode manually. Default PWM Mode fan connector 1 PUMP_FAN1 Default Auto Mode fan connectors 1 1 SYS_FAN1/ EXS_FAN3 CPU_FAN1/ EXS_FAN1/ EXS_FAN2/ SYS_FAN2/ SYS_FAN3/ SYS_FAN4 Switching fan mode and adjusting fan speed You can switch between PWM mode and DC mode and adjust fan speed in BIOS > HARDWARE MONITOR. Select PWM mode or DC mode There are gradient points of the fan speed that allow you to adjust fan speed in relation to CPU temperature. Pin definition of fan connectors PWM Mode pin definition 1 Ground 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Speed Control Signal DC Mode pin definition 1 Ground 2 Voltage Control 3 Sense 4 NC 44 Overview of Components