How is an AIO filled with coolant?

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  1. antipcw

    antipcw Minimodder

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    A novice's question.

    Just bought an NZXT Kraken X52 AIO. It is my very first venture into AIO cooling. How is an AIO filled with the coolant? Through which port/hole, or does it already come pre-filled with a coolant?

    I'd rather ask than have an expensive CPU get destroyed. As I am no 'expert' on water-cooling, it's best I ask here from far more knowledgeable folks.

    Thanks for any tips/answers.
     
  2. RedFlames

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    they come pre-filled and most can't be refilled easily.
     
  3. antipcw

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    Thanks for that. Next question, what or how are they re-filled then when the coolant runs low due to evaporation, etc through the radiator to CPU waterblock path?
     
  4. RedFlames

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    They typically aren't. The coolants used shouldn't evaporate to any meaningful extent over the life of the cooler [or at the very least it's warranty]...

    They're called 'Closed-loop' coolers for a reason.
     
  5. antipcw

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    Really, really appreciate such a very helpful piece of advice. It's taken a load of worry off my mind. Now, thanks to you, I can relax.
     
  6. Podge4

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    I'd been thinking the same, glad I saw this.
     
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