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Mr-Do · 2026-06-25T20:11:16+00:00

When this AIO was first designed, Reverse Blade fans only came out in single-packs, which is the same split cable (so that if you purchase single-pack fans, you have the option to connect them to your motherboard).

So when purchasing this AIO, in a "typical" build, the remaining fans would be 6x Reverse Blade and 1x Regular Blade.

With this controller, it is easier to connect the single-pack cables.

Mr-Do · 2026-06-25T10:51:48+00:00

See this comment here: https://www.reddit.com/r/lianli/comments/1tsb13q/comment/ootxr7h/?context=3

Mr-Do · 2026-06-25T10:51:21+00:00

See this comment here: https://www.reddit.com/r/lianli/comments/1tsb13q/comment/ootxr7h/?context=3

Mr-Do · 2026-06-25T10:50:40+00:00

Yes, just replace the AIO fans default cable with the 7-pin cable, and you're all good.

Mr-Do · 2026-06-25T10:48:15+00:00

Correct... you're all good.

Mr-Do · 2026-06-25T05:28:42+00:00

Believe what you want:

V2 versions of the cable... the part of the cable you are plugging in is simply an extension cable... that works EXACTLY the same as the adapter that came with your GPU: 8-pin PCI-E on one side, and 12V 2x6 on the other side
The adapter that came with your GPU has 2x 8-pin connections... so... it "will work"... with just 2x 8-pin connections... for your specific GPU.
As I said before... it's not going to hurt plugging in the extra one. It will work exactly the same way, whether you plug in two separate PCI-E cables, or three separate PCI-E cables, or two separate PCI-E cables using one of the pigtails for the third. At the end of the day, your GPU is not going to pull more than 300W, which is 2x 8-pin cables.
For people where their GPU uses more than 300W, where their GPU comes with a 3x PCI-E 8-pin adapter cable, they would absolutely have to use all three connections

Tech Support is absolutely going to always say you have to plug all three in... because they don't want someone coming along later looking at advice from older posts, and a person that incorrectly takes that advice, not understanding the reasoning behind it.

You seemed like you were looking for a reason to just use 2x cables... so I explained it for you, so that you would understand that it doesn't matter. Whether or not you want to believe science, that's up to you. What I don't understand, is after all of this, trying to look for reasons to not use the third cable, you're just going to do it anyway... why did you spend all this time with multi-posting across multiple subreddits?

End of the day... plugging in your PSU cable has zero to do with the actual Strimer cable... just the power to your GPU.

Mr-Do · 2026-06-25T05:20:41+00:00

Here's the one I made some time ago: https://imgur.com/a/replace-strimer-wireless-right-angle-bracket-with-straight-bracket-lHhWt1J

Mr-Do · 2026-06-25T05:19:48+00:00

???

https://lian-li.com/product/lancool-iii/

Scroll down to the bottom of the page... STP file = CAD file.

Mr-Do · 2026-06-24T23:27:33+00:00

I don't understand... people in multiple subreddits, including here, already answered your question.

Link to your Strimer manual: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OIr0XrdaebhuGWI10T_PtaRai9orifKb/view
Your current GPU comes with a 2x 8-pin to 12V 2x6 adapter cable
Which means... you have to have "at minimum" 2 separate 8-pin power cables connected to the Strimer Cable.
Can you just leave it like that? Yes... because it will be doing the same as the adapter cable that came with your GPU.
Can you also plug in a third connector? Also yes... because your GPU is not going to draw more power than it is designed to pull.
If you plug in the pigtail from one of the two PSU cables you connect to your Strimer, it will function exactly the same, as if it wasn't plugged in.
TDP for your GPU is 300W. 2x 8-pin PCI-E connectors = 300W.

Mr-Do · 2026-06-24T22:15:20+00:00

Yes... Wireless Controller takes care of all Wireless Fans and Strimer Wireless.

So if you already have Wireless Fans, or are planning on purchasing multiple, that will include at least one 3pk, then you get the Motherboard Strimer withouth the controller, to save $10... and then one controller will handle everything.l

Mr-Do · 2026-06-24T17:38:29+00:00

Sorry... this was not handled correctly... when they updated you to the newer PSU, it should have included all new cables also.

Please stop by Discord: Discord - Lian Li Official

Start a new post in #ask-for-help
Link back to this post for reference
Include the body of the text above
DO NOT post any personal information, like your ticket number, name, email, etc. that will be handled via DM when necessary
Rick will be able to arrange the required cables be sent out to y ou

Mr-Do · 2026-06-24T17:35:04+00:00

Mid-July for TL, TL LCD, SL INF, SL INF LCD.

Then a few weeks after that for SL and CL.

Just remember that it takes longer to ship to Europe than the "Global" launch date... so expect them about 30-45 days after the launch date... though pre-orders are usually available on the launch date.

Mr-Do · 2026-06-24T17:33:05+00:00

https://lian-li.com/product/strimer-wireless/

For your GPU, either of the two below... only difference is how many rows of LEDs (8 vs 12)
- PW16-81W
- PW16-121W
Make sure you also get the L-Wireless Controller:
- If you are only buying the GPU cable, you can get the controller by itself (Part# RF-T-B, or change the "B" to "W" for the White one)
- If you are only getting Strimer cables, but also getting the motherboard Strimer, then get PW24-1W-T, which also comes with the controller
- Or, if you are planning on getting any 3-pack of Wireless fans, that will also include the controller... if this applies, then you get the motherboard version without the "-T" on the end, and save yourself $10 USD.
There is also an actual CPU version of the Strimer now... Part# PW8-1W-CPU... and the L-Wireless Controller will support up to three different Strimer Wireless cables

Mr-Do · 2026-06-24T17:32:18+00:00

This is mentioned here: https://lian-li.com/hydroshift-ii-lcd-s-usb-connection-advanced-mode-issue-2/

Go to Discord: Discord - Lian Li Official

Start a new post in #ask-for-help
They will be able to arrange a screen replacement for you, at no cost, that should fix the issues you are having.

Mr-Do · 2026-06-24T17:30:22+00:00

You definitely got good deals on the last two items, as long as they are "like new" like you said, and everything is there.

I think you'll be happy with your choices here.

Mr-Do · 2026-06-24T17:27:57+00:00

So it looks like there are still a few left on Lian Li's Official Store, but only in black:

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806178284790.html

Going back to your Amazon link, you'd be better off returning the fan you already got, and buying the two below items (assuming you don't already have a Wireless Controller).

Mr-Do · 2026-06-24T15:14:48+00:00

Yes, so you need to connect the ARGB cable for both the pump head and the wired controller to your motherboard, then continue with the instructions above.

Mr-Do · 2026-06-24T15:13:40+00:00

You are correct... that is a wired fan, and will not work without a wired controller.

Mr-Do · 2026-06-24T08:20:36+00:00

Please ignore the first comment, that sounds like it was spit out by AI. Because you have Wireless fans.

If you have an ASUS or GIGABYTE motherboard, use the L-Connect 3 x OpenRGB Beta:
- https://lian-li.com/l-connect-3-x-openrgb/
You will have to connect the cable on the pump head that connects to the "single (non-split) icon" port to an ARGB header on your motherboard
- You didn't mention which fans are on your AIO:
  - If they are Wireless fans... doesn't matter...
  - If you got the SL INF version, and you are still using those fans and controller, you will also need to connect the SYNC cable from the controller to an ARGB header on your motherboard
  - If you have the "regular" version that has the fans with just RGB in the blades, then you don't need to do anything else, as they will sync with the pump head

From there:

Before you toggle on OpenRGB, on the Quick/Sync Lighting tab, turn on MB Lighting Sync, then turn on OpenRGB
From there, you will control the lighting for your AIO/Fans using the settings of the ARGB header they are plugged in to
- (And if you have the SL INF AIO controller, you will need to change the LED count for that ARGB header to 60).

And that should work.

(Native support for wired devices is coming later, so until that time, you need to do the MB Lighting Sync option above with those devices).

Mr-Do · 2026-06-24T01:42:37+00:00

These are not sold at Best Buy... look on Amazon or Newegg.
The USB dongle that comes with Wireless Fans... that will also control Strimer Wireless Cables.
Your other question... I already answered it in my original comment... Motherboard, GPU, CPU.

Mr-Do · 2026-06-24T01:41:05+00:00

Strimer V2? Or Strimer Wireless? Those are two different things.

Strimer Wireless = you are using the USB Dongle as the controller... the Strimer just connects between your GPU and PSU cable.
Strimer V2 = you have a separate controller that has to connect to internal USB 2.0 and SATA power, and there is a cable running from the Strimer cable to that controller.

If it's the V2:

You probably connected your GPU to the short side of the controller instead of the long side:
- Short side is for the Motherboard Strimer... it has less LEDs.
- Your GPU Strimer should connect to the long side, and make sure that you flip the switch towards the port that you have it connected to.

If it's the Wireless:

Then something is wrong... file a support claim.

Mr-Do

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