MSI MEG Z490 UNIFY User Manual - Page 43
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~6: Fan Connectors, Default DC Mode fan connectors
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CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~6: 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. You can follow the instruction below to adjust the fan connector to PWM or DC Mode. Default PWM Mode fan connectors 1 CPU_FAN1/PUMP_FAN1 Default DC Mode fan connectors 1 1 SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN5 SYS_FAN2~4/SYS_FAN6 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. ⚠⚠Important Make sure fans are working properly after switching the PWM/ DC mode. 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 Overview of Components 43
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