NZXT Kraken G12 GPU Mounting Kit Manual

NZXT Kraken G12 GPU Mounting Kit Manual

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NZXT Kraken G12 GPU Mounting Kit Manual

COMPONENT LIST

A
x1
GPU bracket F
x4
Thumbscrew with spring
B
x1
Fan G
x8
Washer
C
x1
Nvidia retention bracket (Note: Indicated with "N") H
x2
Foam
D
x2
AMD retention bracket (Note: Indicated with "A") I
X4
Fan screw – M5x10
E
x2
GPU screws – M3x5 J
X5
Cable tie

INSTALLATION

STEP 1 - PREPARE THE GRAPHICS CARD

STEP 1 - PREPARE THE GRAPHICS CARD
Remove the original cooling module from your graphics card.


Thermal paste not included. Please use the pre-applied thermal paste on your liquid cooler or prepare additional thermal paste before installation.

STEP 2 - PREPARE THE GPU BRACKET ( I )

STEP 2 - PREPARE THE GPU BRACKET ( I )
Install the fan with the label facing the GPU bracket using the fan screws.
Instale el ventilador con la etiqueta mirando hacia el soporte de la GPU y fíjelo con los tornillos del ventilador.

STEP 3 - PREPARE THE GPU BRACKET ( I I )

STEP 2 - PREPARE THE GPU BRACKET ( I I )
Attach the two foam pieces at the corners as indicated while making sure the foams will not interfere with components on the graphics card.

STEP 4 - IDENTIFY THE MOUNTING HOLES AND RETENTION BRACKETS

STEP 4 - IDENTIFY THE MOUNTING HOLES AND RETENTION BRACKETS

HOLES ON GPU BRACKET GRAPHICS CARD REQUIRED RETENTION BRACKET
Outer 4 holes Nvidia C Nvidia retention bracket
Inner 4 holes AMD D AMD retention bracket

Using the chart, identify the holes on the GPU bracket and prepare the required retention brackets for your graphics cards.

STEP 5 - PREPARE THE RETENTION BRACKET

STEP 5 - PREPARE THE RETENTION BRACKET
Mount the retention brackets using screws and washers to prevent risk of damage to your graphics card.

STEP 6 - PREPARE THE PUMP

STEP 6 - PREPARE THE PUMP
Referring to your liquid cooler's instructions, remove the Intel or AMD retention bracket if it is already installed.
Sample diagram is from Kraken series.

STEP 7- INSTALL THE PUMP ONTO THE GPU BRACKET

INSTALL THE PUMP ONTO THE GPU BRACKET - Step 1

The GPU bracket is designed using the same mounting mechanism as the Intel or AMD retention brackets.
Follow the steps from your liquid cooler's instructions to install the GPU bracket and pump.

  1. Orient the pump's tubes along the side with cable tie points as shown.
  2. Pass the pump through the GPU bracket's grooves.
  3. Rotate the pump until it aligns with the GPU bracket's and attach.

INSTALL THE PUMP ONTO THE GPU BRACKET - Step 2, 3

STEP 8 - INSTALL THE GPU BRACKET

STEP 8 - INSTA LL T E GPU BRACKET
Using the thumbscrews with spring, install the GPU bracket onto the graphics card.

STEP 9 - MANAGE THE TUBES AND CABLES

STEP 9 - MANAGE THE TUBES AND CABLES
Use the included cable ties to manage the tubes and cables along the trench with tie points.

STEP 10 - CONNECT THE FAN

STEP 1 0 - CONNECT THE FAN
Connect the Kraken G12's 3-pin fan connector to the liquid cooler's fan power or to an open fan headers on the motherboard.

STEP 11 - INSTALL THE ASSEMBLE DGRAPHICS CARD

Follow the liquid coolers instructions and complete all necessary connections to complete the installation of your graphics cards. This can include pump power, USB, and software installation.

Videos

NZXT Kraken G12 GPU Mounting Kit Installation Video

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