Chassis Fan Speed Control

Introduction

If the fans in your CLX Gaming PC are running faster or louder than expected, there are several ways to adjust their speed. Depending on your system configuration, you may be able to control the fans using the included remote or your motherboard's BIOS.

This guide walks you through the available options, starting with the easiest method and moving to more advanced settings if needed.

Issue Description

Your chassis fans may run at higher speeds than expected for several reasons, including changes to fan settings, increased system temperatures, or hardware configuration.

You may notice the fans running at a high speed even when the PC is idle or under a light workload.

Signs

Common signs include:

• Chassis fans are louder than usual.
• Fans remain at a high speed while the PC is idle.
• Fan speed does not change as system temperatures change.
• Previously configured fan settings are no longer being applied.
• The included remote does not appear to change the fan speed.

Basic Troubleshooting

Before adjusting your fan settings:

1. Restart your PC and check whether the fan speed returns to normal.
2. Check your CPU and GPU temperatures to make sure the fans are not responding to increased system temperatures.
3. If your system includes a fan controller with a remote, use the remote to check the available fan speed or fan mode settings.

Important: Do not reduce fan speeds excessively if your system is running at high temperatures. Proper fan speed is necessary to maintain adequate cooling.

Adjust Fan Speed Using the Included Remote

If your CLX system includes a fan controller with a remote, this is the easiest way to adjust the fan speed.

1. Turn on your PC and make sure the fan controller is powered.
2. Locate the remote included with your system.
3. Point the remote toward the controller's receiver.
4. Use the fan speed or mode controls to lower or adjust the fan speed.
5. Test the system and confirm that the fans are operating at the desired speed.

Available controls and fan modes may vary depending on the fan controller installed in your CLX system.

Check the Fan Connections

If you cannot control the fan speed using the remote, check how the fans are connected.

Depending on your CLX system, the fans may be:

• Connected directly to the motherboard's fan headers.
• Connected to a dedicated fan hub or controller.
• Connected to a controller that uses the included remote for fan speed control.

If the fans are connected to a dedicated controller that does not support motherboard-based fan control, changing settings in the BIOS may not affect their speed.

If you are comfortable opening your PC, make sure the fan and controller connections are secure. If you are unsure how your fans are connected, contact CLX Support before making changes inside your PC.

Adjust Fan Speed in the BIOS

If you are still unable to control your fans using the remote, you can check the fan settings in your motherboard's BIOS.

This option only applies when the fans are connected to compatible motherboard fan headers.

ASUS Motherboards

1. Restart the PC and enter the BIOS by pressing Delete or F2 during startup.
2. Open Q-Fan Control or the motherboard's fan control section.
3. Select the fan header connected to your chassis fans.
4. Choose a preset such as Silent, Standard, or Manual.
5. If available, adjust the fan curve based on system temperature.
6. Save your changes and exit the BIOS.

MSI Motherboards

1. Restart the PC and enter the BIOS by pressing Delete during startup.
2. Open Hardware Monitor.
3. Select the fan header connected to your chassis fans.
4. Choose the appropriate fan mode or adjust the fan curve.
5. Save your changes and restart the PC.

ASRock Motherboards

1. Restart the PC and enter the BIOS by pressing Delete or F2 during startup.
2. Open the H/W Monitor or fan control section.
3. Select the chassis fan header connected to your fans.
4. Choose an available fan profile or create a custom fan curve.
5. Save your changes and exit the BIOS.

Gigabyte Motherboards

1. Restart the PC and enter the BIOS by pressing Delete during startup.
2. Open the Smart Fan 6 fan control section.
3. Select the chassis fan header connected to your fans.
4. Choose a preset or adjust the fan curve manually.
5. Save your changes and exit the BIOS.

Note: BIOS menus and available fan controls vary depending on your motherboard model and BIOS version. If you cannot find the options described above, refer to your motherboard's manual or contact CLX Support.

Contact CLX Support

If you are unable to adjust the fan speed using the remote or BIOS, contact CLX Support for further assistance.

When contacting us, provide:

• Your CLX system serial number.
• Your system model, if available.
• A description of the fan behavior.
• Your CPU and GPU temperatures, if available.
• The troubleshooting steps you have already completed.

This information can help our team determine whether the issue is related to the fan controller, motherboard settings, or another component.

Conclusion

CLX Gaming PCs can use different fan configurations depending on the system. Fan speed may be controlled using the included remote or, when the fans are connected directly to compatible motherboard headers, through the motherboard's BIOS.

Start with the included remote before making changes in the BIOS. If you are still unable to control the fan speed or the fans continue to run at an unusually high speed, contact CLX Support for further assistance.