How To Install Strimer Plus V2 RGB Cables + L Connect 3

[@VeeTalksStuff]

Thank you so much for demonstrating the part where you flip the 8 pin cables. It was something I've been looking for all over.

[@BuildsWithV]

Glad I could help 🙌

[@VeeTalksStuff]

@@BuildsWithV also another question, do I need to plug in that rgb controller cable? The thinner black one to control the rgb. Or can I just control it through the software?

[@VeeTalksStuff]

@@BuildsWithV if ive only bought the 8 pin (no controller included), where do i plug the small black cable into to control it?

[@BuildsWithV]

@@VeeTalksStuff you’ll have to plug it into your ARGB 5v header in your motherboard

[@VeeTalksStuff]

@@BuildsWithV and I can still use L-connect 3 without the controller?

[@simonseznyc]

i assume strimer control hub and sl infinity fan control hubs are different?

[@skrillex544]

Very informative! Thank you for it being short and straightforward, also for the chapter separation 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@BuildsWithV]

I’m glad I could help 🙌 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@kaedoa7505]

this is a great explanation and great way of showing how to actually set it up, thank u

[@kgwium]

Ooof oof oof, shivers down my spine.. I would never suggest anyone to wiggle the connectors like that.. :D Good to see that nothing got damaged.. hehe

[@arshisstarr]

Wow thank u very much im fairly new to pc had mine pre built so i dont know much. I loved these and bought them, had to install and both my usb ports are taken and i didnt know any other way to connect or figure out until i saw u can buy an extender ! Btw ur vid is the besr tutorial, show step by step where everything goes! Very helpful for non tech person like myself!!! 😅 GRACIAS !!!

[@BuildsWithV]

Glad I could help. Thanks so much for letting me know and for watching 🙏

[@schinnabua]

Can you also use the 2x8-Pin for the CPU Powersupply in the top left corner of the mainboard?

[@Holliboo2017]

Thank you so much 🎉I got both my lights working it was on the switch thing wrong direction pointed to and in wrong one

[@urofseron]

Your cable management makes me sad

[@jorgehurtado3620]

You havent seen mine

[@GoDzkRoNiKz]

Have tried to cable manage in that case? It’s the definition of hell!

[@FellowshipOfTheAviatorZ]

I dunno man, thats a literal rats nest down there. Dual Chamber cases can be tough..but thats clearly zero management effort. To each their own. ​@@GoDzkRoNiKz

[@goofytuber9011]

Whats the point of cable management if the cables are hidden in the back?

[@FellowshipOfTheAviatorZ]

@@goofytuber9011 Maybe, no one will ever see it..but I will know. Anything worth doing is worth doing right..or at the very least, attempting to. This reminds me of a quote I once heard "You may not be proud of the job that you have..but you can always be proud of the job that you do." Half assing things ain't the way.

[@thereal_CloudShorts13]

do you have to buy the hub to install the cables?

[@swanngu9101]

If I only buy the 8 pin where do I put the wire from it at

[@PlayTimeNeverOver]

I did exactly the same. But when I open the program. I only see the system info and setting tabs in the L connect 3

[@KarthicRM]

Can you show the same to connect cpu cable too so that we have 3 strimers running

[@gamingwithbre]

Did you need a usb header extension running the fan controller and the drummer controller ? And the aio?

[@SKXNOV4]

Does the l connect 3 work with lian li strimer plus cables? Like the older version?

[@riocheng0205]

As an owner of the V1 cables I don't really need these but the temptation to upgrade is real...

[@galaxydrug]

If you haven't found this out already, you can buy the v2 controller separately and it will work with the V1 cables the exact same :)

[@bignibbs92]

Thank you for the usb extender link thats exactly what i needed

[@BuildsWithV]

Glad I could help 🙌 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@salovoley]

I recently bought the v2 - question I have the 2x8 cable the controller the button where it is left or right side greetings and thanks

[@deadangel6142]

Can I connect the two the 24 ping and the 8 ping in there and how ? Thanks

[@woutmoelans4103]

could u use Only 1 of the two 8 pin cables?

[@Majeedz93]

ok from what I understand, the controller is to connect the cable to the software correct? and I need another controller for the fans? also. can the software sync the fans rgb with the cables?

[@papasmurf5598]

Lian Li now makes the 16 Pin RGB Cable for the New GPUs rated for 600watts. Bought mine at Micro Center. This new cable is nice and simplifies all those cables down to just one but you lose all that RGB to only one cable so I kept my old 3 cable 8 pin lines😊 and kept it plugged in and routed it to the GPU anyway and hid it behind the GPU for more RGB goodness. Even though it’s not plugged into the GPU I used the dead plug that comes with the cables as a tester to keep them lit up. Looks much better.

[@Johnnyboybravo]

Question, do you need to connect the strimer to the mobo or can I just use the LED lights and attach it to my original mobo cord. My issue now is that I'm trying to sync everything together with my asus software.

[@svaneg11]

This video has been very useful, thanks for sharing!

[@kaelshort]

Did I see the razer rgb controller in there? Do they play together?

[@LibertyTGP]

Is it possible to use it 8+6 pin? 3060ti vision doesn’t have 8+8 :(

[@BuildsWithV]

Yeah you can

[@killakevyt209]

Great no BS video str8 to the point I like it. Thanks bro 😎

[@Pauli0106]

Im Planing a 4080 Build is it ok to do it like this (4080-12VHPWR strimer-12VHPWR to 3x 8 pin-3x cables-PSU)?

[@tborx_hd1613]

Which cables do I need for a GeForce rtx 3050?

[@penaf]

So if I connect the MicroUSB cable from the controller to the motherboard I don't need to connect the Sync Motherboard ARGB cable (the one with just 2 wires connector to the controller) ?

[@LibertyTGP]

Hey mate, one question. I just bought 1 24 PIN + 3X8. May I use just 2x8 instead 3? I saw you splitting it.

[@BuildsWithV]

Yes you can, works the same

[@LibertyTGP]

@@BuildsWithV but I can split it, right ? I mean, use just 2x8

[@BuildsWithV]

@@LibertyTGP you can split the end that goes to your GPU but can’t split it on the other end where the connector is unfortunately.

[@Tuggsu]

i plugged everything up correctly put my strimmers wont show up on l connect 3

[@itayfun_]

I have the same problem

[@yasun89]

i have the same problem. did you solve it?

[@TheHighborn]

Hey. Thanks for the video. Do i have t use the cables that came with the strimmer (unsure if it even comes with cables) or is this just an attachment that I put on my already existing cables? Can i even use my own cables?

[@markfalina9160]

Corsair's iCUE lets me pulse fans/lighting strips with the music I'm listening to. Does L Connect 3?

[@stevefu7317]

Thanks so much for the video, I’m wondering if the 24pin Strimer should light up on the first boot before installing windows😂

[@fuffipack2159]

It's me again. I plan a lot of rgbs in my new pc and all things i know about rgbs so far i learned on your channel🙏 But i have more and more to find out. I would like to know where do you plug in the controller and can this controller control other rgb fans than lian li rgb fans? If so, do i need an argb hub and connect that one with the lian li controller? I hope this is not too much 😅

[@RAFAINJAPAN]

i have no more slots to plug the usb cable in motherboard, but in my case i have the set of lian li fans with another rgb controller, could i use that to conect the strimer plus? i mean... not to use the same controler of fans, but a way to plug the controler of cables in the fans controler...

[@Noobmaster-uv2qz]

Where do you plug in the 3 pin without the controller??

[@tayalt2406]

I might need an adapter for the new RTX4080 then, thanks for sharing

[@havoc_airsoft]

I am having a problem where my 8 pin streamer the light will only come half way. Also when i put my pc to sleep, and start it back up from sleep. none of my l2 fans lights will come on nor will the streamer come on.

[@Icequake.]

Does the lian li gpu cables come with the hub

[@WrestlingMedia]

Do you hav to buy the l connect separately?

[@Zorro408]

i cant see strimer plus lighting on my l3 connect app ? how can i change now my strimer plus v2 lights ?

[@marcvas]

I have gtx 3060 oc gaming. Just dont know if its 2x8 or 3x8. Cant find this info

[@rogelpizon9545]

my motherboard has no header or anything, and i have some question if you have time answering, because im still new at this 1. my mother board has no header so i'm curious if i buy the one with controllers how can i sync it or control it. 2. would it sync even tho i have different brands of fans and fan cooler.

[@northxy98]

Question do I need to plug in the USB Cable ? Bcuz I don't have an USB Header isn't but possible to just power with the SATA ?

[@yusuf_on_gfuel337]

Do I have to flip the gpu one for my 4090?

[@joeynigri6207]

hello , you were lucky not to take a x570 msi motherboard , it seems that it doesn't work with it

[@BaileyFromAShoe]

I'm not sure what I am doing wrong. I can't control it through L-Connect but the lights do work

[@ismailselimi]

Same problem need help

[@owen8399]

Maybe usb isn't plugged in properly

[@manofsteel110]

I have heard of some fan/rgb controllers coming dead on arrival. Lian Li will help you in that case. I had an issue where my usb header came unplugged easily.

[@OfficialbouncerVR]

Hey, I just installed L connect three, but it only shows system info and settings. Can anyone help?

[@SakisMakou]

Hi, i think i dont get it. My hydro ga had a connect hub. streamer has also a hub with different connections. So do i have to connect them all? then ofc we need more usb ports in to connect

[@BuildsWithV]

@@SakisMakou Yes you'd have to connect them all. If you run out of USB ports you can buy the nzxt USB hub and have extra. It's a pain but unfortunately that's the state of pc parts at the moment

[@randomxaos]

how about the issues with firmware update for strimer plus (24pin) v2. The firmware update is a mess

[@igobyboxy1740]

What if you have a 3 pin RGB cable and your asus MOBO only has 4 pin?

[@SS-wr2qg]

Hi can i only use one 24 pin only or i have to buy the 8 pin too ?

[@BuildsWithV]

@@SS-wr2qg you can use just the 24 pin

[@tdub77]

I read somewhere not to hook up any other sata devices to the same sata port as the strimmer controller. Did you do this or is it ok to daisy chain the sata power?

[@garyc5245]

So I have been playing around with this for a couple days and my issue/question is can this controller manage my 6 120mm case fans and my 3 120mm AIO fans. I have been into bios and I have not bought a fan controller yet and do not want the extra box in my system unless I have to or buy another product that is all in one. I also have Kingston fury argb ram and there is not even an option for that to be controlled. My boards is an ASUS x570 ProArt Creator series. Thanks

[@Ragnar63]

I have the V2's as well but mine are not both synced together, and one of them is addressable through L-Connect 3 and the other isn't... Kindly tell me what's the issue here...

[@meloattard]

anyone know why it wont show up on my l connect 3 i have the strimers set up and lighting up without a problem just cant find them in the program

[@jaygwapo6031]

Same !!!! Welp us

[@DiegoLaCruzF]

valid to use a 3090 ti with this ???

[@thanthtooaung2979]

To see that Strimer Plus Lighting in the software,do i need to buy L-connect 3 ?? I directly join to 5V ARGB on mobo.

[@BuildsWithV]

With the V2 Strimer you have plug it into your usb 2.0 header and then download Lconnect and it will automatically pop up. If it’s the V1 strimer then unfortunately it’s not compatible with Lconnect

[@klins.r]

my gpu only got like one connect cable, is that a one-by 8?

[@skaboodlydoodle]

I pluged my Strimer v2 into my USB header but it's not showing up in L-Connect3 or device manager. The lights come on and I get the stock rainbow effect but I cannot change it at all.

[@Jaywade03]

Hello love ur videos!, got a question, I got the triple 8pin but my gpu only has 2… should I connect all 3 to the power and 2 to the gpu ? Or just a plug 2 and 2 and leave one out ?

[@BuildsWithV]

Thank you 🙏 Just plug 2 and 2

[@SkyChady]

idk, when I'm using L-connect 3 the app itself just freezes after 4 seconds from opening it. I tried reinstalling, updating bios..

[@danfr2024]

my cable that connects to my GPU isn't lighting up fully for me. the rgb doesn't go from top to bottom they start from the bottom and stop at the middle. I thought it just had like some dead led's but I was messing around in the software and out of no where one out of the 3 cable strips lit up top to bottom fully but is stuck as red yellow white and blue from middle to top. and i can't find the option to mess with it or sync it or change anything about it. ik its confusing so is there anywhere i can send a picture in so you know what im talking about?

[@murderer1525]

Do you know if they are compatible with am5 motherboards?

[@micahpowers2614]

I just got the Uni Al120 fans in white. Do you know if the strimer v2 can be plugged into that control box at all or does it have to have a separate box? Super clean video though, easy to see and understand!

[@BuildsWithV]

Unfortunately it cannot, at least not natively. I’m sure there’s a way around it but it won’t have the same effects and it won’t be detected as the Strimer cables. I’ve seen people do it with the old strimers.

[@micahpowers2614]

@@BuildsWithV well that sucks. Youd figure theyd have left an option open to do that. Oh well haha. Thanks for the info and quick reply!

[@jayden2386]

what if you dont have a extra usb port

[@vinsii]

Hi, im about to buy SL120 infinity fans. Can I sync strimer 8pin and 24 pin with and 6 sl120 INF fans with Razer dynamic case? Or Do i need to buy nzxt usb internal hub? thanks!!

[@cesarrios5778]

There is no way you can run the software without the controler rigth ? Also, for the GPU cable, mine uses 8p, but could I use the 16 p version thinking on later upgrades, will it work properly, or sould I just stick with the 8p?

[@BuildsWithV]

@@cesarrios5778 correct, for the software to work properly you'll need to use the controller. You can use any cable. It will all work perfectly okay and then when you upgrade just plug in the remaining cable

[@yasun89]

Please help me. L-Conncet 3 dont show the strimer

[@coys4life450]

Lian li now also make a pcie 5.0 16-16 12vhpwr pin cable and a 3x8 to 16 pin 12vhpwr for 40 series cards

[@RileyTheBetter1]

Thank you for this this is such a big help😊

[@The_Big_Soup3]

so i can get all of them working but one single fan and the GPU one. They light up, however i can't use the app to modify their pattern. any ideas? (The one that goes into the motherboard is working just fine just not the GPU one)

[@LiveLongAmongSports]

I will make my build now that i got everything delivered but this just caught my eye! I am new to PC building and want to use these strimers for both my GPU(MSI SUPRIM X 4080/Corsair HX1000i PSU 2022) and MSI WIFI EDGE Z790 mobo - Is it compatible? If not what variant should i go for? I am really lost.. Appreciate it!

[@Killshot15]

Yea it’s compatible I have similar specs it connects with any gpu and cpu psu cables

[@speedyali764]

I noticed you didn't mention the argb cable, does it need to be installed as well or can you bypass that cable if using the USB cable?

[@BuildsWithV]

Yeah the ARGB cable is optional. Only if you’d want to control your Strimer cables using your motherboard software.

[@speedyali764]

​@@BuildsWithV Thanks i just received mine and that was the one part that was confusing according to their instructions. I have both the triple 8 and 24 pin with l connector. Not interested in controlling from MB.

[@aaparky7039]

Good stuff, thank you!

[@AaaAaaa-zc9zn]

Hey I have already a controller (lian li )my sl inf are connect on this controller can I use only 1 controller for all my lian li stuff ?

[@BuildsWithV]

Unfortunately you can’t. You have to use both controllers. There is a way to get an adapter to make them work but it wouldn’t be native

[@AaaAaaa-zc9zn]

@@BuildsWithV because the problem is that my usb connectors are already in use and I don't have another argb connector

[@BuildsWithV]

@@AaaAaaa-zc9zn you can use the nzxt usb splitter. That’s what I use

[@ElMazzLokoo]

So basically they like extenders that also need to be connected to the Lian Li Controller right?

[@BuildsWithV]

Correct

[@ElMazzLokoo]

@@BuildsWithV Well thanks! I kinda get a bit confused after seeing so many cables and names and stuff 😂

[@ivanwill]

Seems like a nice simple install. Thanks for sharing…

[@BuildsWithV]

Yeah pretty easy for sure! Love it. Thank you 🙏

[@ericlys80]

@@BuildsWithV Is it necessary to connect something to the mobo or not?

[@peacanxw]

@@ericlys80 if u want to use the software u need to plug it into the mobo

[@ers-tj4to]

Hey there, buddy! Do you still have to connect the ARGB cable? Just bought this today. Thx!

[@penaf]

I have the same question! What did you do ?

[@LightYago]

@@penafDid you have to connect the ARGB cable?

[@saathvikg5363]

Can the usb head splitter detect fan speeds?

[@chimkennuggiee]

None of my cables will light up anymore 😅 idk what I’m doing wrong, my 24pin worked until I decided to use the triple 8 pin

[@johncarter1852]

I must have two counterfeit strimers because the box setup just has one input for the 24 pin and one for the gpu. The problem I am having is the connector for the gpu does not fit.

[@Des7p]

When will it appear on micro center

[@djtap9949]

how can i sync all the rgb in my computer with the strimer v2s? do i need to use the argb connector with the controller or how does that work?

[@BuildsWithV]

If you use the ARGB connector then the strimers will sync to you motherboards software. If that’s what you’re looking for then it’ll work. If you want to control all of your rgb devices with L connect 3 then it’s not really possible unfortunately unless you have all of lian li products

[@shootemupgaming5418]

I just did a video on my setup I'm not done yet some more stuff I need for the PC.

[@mladenbarac7078]

Nice guide! Thank you for sharing it :)

[@BuildsWithV]

Thank you 🙏

[@fofosimtippin4579]

For some reasons Everytime I power on my PC the strimers are max brightness until the lconnect 3 loads up in the background. Any tips to avoid the max brightness at startup?

[@BuildsWithV]

Unfortunately it’s a bug they still haven’t fixed. When I have one cable a specific color and the other cable another color when I load up it changes both to same color. They said they’re working on a fox but that was back when I made this video. Hopefully soon

[@BuildsWithV]

Oh, I just turned on my PC today and it seems the issue has been fixed. Yesterday I updated my L connect 3 and seems it may have fixed the issue. I’d suggest you try to update and see if that fixed your issue as well.

[@chrisvancom]

Lian Li only sells 2x8 and 3x8, what do I do with a graphics card with only 1 8-pin connector? Can't seem to seperate the cables since the cable to the RGB controller is attached to both at the same time. Is it safe to just tuck one part away and plug in only one on the GPU side?

[@BuildsWithV]

Yeah I’ve tucked one away without issue. You can do that or make it seem like both are plugged into your GPU.

[@chrisvancom]

@@BuildsWithV Cool, thanks for letting me know! Great video also, keep up the good work!

[@BuildsWithV]

@@chrisvancom no problem at all, glad I could help. Thank you 🙏

[@Manuzoka1996]

So you CANNOT control the RGB via mobo ARGB 5V? That sucks...

[@Lord_Jher]

Can we get a review with using any of the other cables?

[@ag8136]

That apps lian li support Lian Li Strimer Plus?

[@BuildsWithV]

Only the v2 unfortunately

[@acemczero88]

Kinda off topic but figure you'd know better than anyone... If one was to do a push pull on the side mounted radiator, would the Unifans on the back side be noticeable through the vent? Trying to decide if it'll be worth purchasing a 4th set of AL120's to serve as the push fans. Well, it'll be worth it regardless but just curious how strong the lighting would shine through. Appreciate your videos man.

[@BuildsWithV]

You could definitely see the lighting through the mesh but unfortunately on the Evo the fans don’t fit back there. On the old 011D they fit no problem.

[@BuildsWithV]

Unless you had the radiator on the front side and the fans on the back, then it could work.

[@082rasho]

Thank you❤

[@carlosalanizabarraza4175]

Perfectly explained. Greetings from México, keep it up!

[@BuildsWithV]

Thanks so much 🙏

[@so9ria]

Will there be any problem if I install it with RGB Fusion controlling other devices? I want to try this software with the gpu cable to test the different RGBFusion effects it offers without uninstalling it because I have some fans configured

[@BuildsWithV]

You can use the included ARGB dongle thingy and plug it into your motherboard and then switch it to MB sync in l connect 3. Then you can control these with RGB fusion. I believe the gpu Strimer comes with it’s own dongle that can be used to plug it in separately from the controller

[@OhItsThat]

My V2s will be here Thursday so I’ll find out soon enough but questions about the software. Does it need to be running after you select an effect? Also can you have profiles?

[@BuildsWithV]

Once you open L Connect and select an effect you can close it out and the effect stays. Doesn’t even need to be running in the background. Not sure if it needs to start with windows to reapply the effect. As of now you can’t have profiles as far as I can tell but you can export your profile and import them. Same thing but with extra steps.

[@dempsone867]

Can the Lan Li Strimmer cables work with any PSU? As an example I have a 1000w Thermaltake tough power with PCIe5

[@samerammari2240]

Yep

[@ELLIOT_PEAKY]

I don't have the controller? Do you get it with the 8 pin?

[@BuildsWithV]

It comes with the 24-pin

[@BuildsWithV]

I believe you can also buy it separately