Lian Li Wireless Strimer Setup guide - easy RGB extension for your 24 pin and 12VHPWR cables

[@lilgarlicbread]

I'm glad you made this video. Your videos about the V2 strimers and NZXT hub were very helpful to my build. 👍

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thank you 👍

[@brainpaulino]

RGB extension= more cables ✍ thx for de video

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Yes but they're nicer looking than most PSU power cables

[@NecroMoz]

Ah yes, a wireless wire.

[@MrDosArcade]

Man... I can imagine how many people are going to post this same comment in the coming weeks. When your PC communicates with your router using WiFi, there is no network cable attached between your router and your PC. Your router and PC are still plugged in to a cable to receive power, because electronic devices need power to turn on. Same thing here... now, the Strimer cable simply connects from your PSU cable to your motherboard or GPU... no extra wire connecting from the Strimer cable to the Lian-Li controller... that is the "wireless" part.

[@NecroMoz]

@@MrDosArcadeyeah thanks, I’m an IT Infrastructure Architect lol

[@nicopinzel]

@@MrDosArcadeI think he made a joke but thanks for the detailed answer though 🫡 appreciate it

[@colinbrydon7659]

Nuts isn’t it.

[@reallyryan_]

Ah yes an un funny person

[@JTAGxUsELeSs]

Subscribed. You and I have the same taste so its great to see the reviews and explanations you're offering thank you!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Awesome, thank you!

[@larrycampbell6133]

My only real complaint about all the different RGB components is that they all seem to require their own software. It’s kinda annoying to have to use 3-4 different software to try and sync/coordinate the RGB lighting across the case. My Corsair AIO and fans all use iCUE; mobo requires Asus Armoury Crate (but thankfully can be controlled by iCUE); my graphics card requires Firestorm; my speakers require Logitech G-Hub, now I need L-Connect for Strimer cables. I wish all of these RGB manufacturers would allow software controls through one main software so I don’t have to screw around with 4 or 5 places whenever I want to mess around with different colors and effects

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

@@larrycampbell6133 SignalRGB

[@HoLDoN4Sec]

technically what you are asking for is that all of these manufacturers add support for the ARGB motherboard wiring standard. and also integrate control of any ARGB component that is using this standard and connected to your PC to their software. this will never happen, because that's technically how ARGB fans initially started, everyone was initially selling their fans which used to use ARGB motherboard connectors. then came the likes of Corsair and Lian-Li with their own locked ecosystems and most of the other manufacturers followed suit. i don't quite understand why would you need RGB in your speakers? that kind of sounds dumb in my opinion but i digress. if your GPU requires firestorm then next time just buy an ASUS graphics card - they support ARGB control from your motherboard's software (which would also make them work with iCUE) in the current PC market state if you truly want to minimize multiple software reliability you kinda need to use Asus mobos, Asus GPU's (or GPU's without any RGB on them), Corsair iCUE Link ecosystem, and even the Lian-Li striders have a Corsair Alternative, though i think for the Lian-Li strimers its probably still worth it to have L-Connect with the strimers, the Corsair iCUE Alternative kinda sucks and for Keyboard and Mouse, again just use Corsair keyboards and mouse - that would save you more software clutter. i know this sounds like a Corsair advertisement lol, but i'm only saying this if you're into a minimalistic cable ecosystem for your AIO+Case fans (only Lian-Li and Corsair have minimalistic cable ecosystems, and Corsair is superior to Lian-Li when it comes to significantly less cables and much better integration, at least in my opinion)

[@larrycampbell6133]

@@HoLDoN4Sec you literally acknowledged my complaint, and then stated that the resolution is to buy all of your products under 1 brand as a solution. While what I am complaining about is that there needs to be more universal-compatible in the software component; which would allow builders more flexibility and creativity without being anchored to one brand and save the fuss of screwing with multiple software products as well. The majority of my build happens to be Corsair - Case 6500D Airflow, icue Link AIO and fans throughout, keyboard, mouse, headset, and mat. I’m also not trying to advertise Corsair, because their product prices have gotten ridiculous, I am still a fan of their products. As for the speakers, I bought the Logitech G560 because I liked the sound of them. But they happen to also have RGB, which was a nice little additional feature; but again, requires a different software. My Samsung ultra-wide monitor also has RGB backlighting - which again, different mode of changing that color. My point remains the same - unless you live under one brand, you require so many different software products to coordinate it all that it becomes cumbersome to develop different profiles. If Windows OS is compatible with all of these other products, then why can’t there be a better means of software development that makes all of the RGB more compatible - even if it has to be through the Windows OS itself? Someone building a PC shouldn’t have to feel like they NEED to spend more money on one brand over another for 2 similar products just so they can have simplicity on the software side of life. That’s my point! I didn’t buy an ASUS graphics card because it was $100 more than the 4070 Super that I did end up buying - another great example of “why should a user have to spend more just to get a software simplification?”

[@HoLDoN4Sec]

@@larrycampbell6133 yes i know what route i went to lol if you read what i said, i said initially all of the ARGB products used to work under the same ARGB motherboard standard, then companies like Corsair and Lian-Li started locking you out of the ability to still use RGB devices with the default motherboard ARGB standard. so what i said is that what you are asking is technically how it all began so its just not going to be happening anytime soon, or anymore to be more precise so yeah, for your requirement (and i guess mine as well) if you really want to minimize the amount of software clutter you just can't avoid having to buy all of your peripherals from a single brand, or two different brands (such as Asus and Corsair) only. it sucks i know, but that's just how the world works, its called capitalism. and yeah you are definitely on point when it comes to Corsair, their products are excellent but their pricing strategy in recent years is abysmal. and ASUS has put themselves into the same direction as Corsair by spiking their pricing after EVGA has left the market. as for external PC peripherals, it honestly really depends on what type of lightning you're going with, in my case i got an Alienware Ultrawide and i set its color scheme once when i got it 3 years ago and didn't really need to touch it since, as for speakers welp, idk i don't find an appeal of having too much RGB in my face when i'm on my PC, its just distracting really, but to each their own i guess. i've had logitech's z906's for the last couple of years and never had any sort of need or requirement to use any proprietary software to tune them. so if you have to use Logitech's piss poor G-HUB software just to control your speaker's RGB and configuration that's just fucked up man, i would've never bought such speakers if they had to rely on proprietary software for basic adjustments like that for SPEAKERS, so that one is on you unfortunately.

[@larrycampbell6133]

@@HoLDoN4Sec I appreciate the clarification Surprisingly, the RGB from the speakers work really well. My monitor is one of the Samsung ultra-wide curved monitors; so there’s a ton of space behind the “wings” of the monitor to the wall - and these speakers add a nice lighting effect to that empty space. It’s RGB backlight on the wall, so it doesn’t slap you in the face with color or brightness

[@GeeeEmmm]

EFT. A man of culture...

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Yes but also I play PVE 😜🤣

[@Tabels1]

Do you have to plug into a usb port on the motherboard or could you use one of the usb ports on the edge psu? Thanks for all the great content you are saving my life

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

In theory you could use the Edge. I haven't but I don't see why that wouldn't work. Obviously that has to then connect to the motherboard as well though

[@GaZaGaMer1876]

Another video just when I think 💭 I’m done watching there’s a next one ☝️ respect 🫡 to you

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I appreciate that

[@knotsken]

Ok but do u need the software keep on running in the background? In order to keep the same color that u chosed?

[@sari-c6b]

thanks for the overview! hopefully they will be listed on amazon soon, the links dont work yet

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Newegg, Overclockers and CaseKing are the usual official sellers if that helps

[@Ghostdoge]

When I click on Amazon links, I cannot see any wireless ones. I have the wired ones on the way and didn't even know about the wireless. I can't seem to find them to buy online.

[@TonyAtorX]

Hey Provoked Prawn. Happy New Year. Thanks for the details on the wireless strimer. Can you please add the link to the GPU Vertical Mount for the 011 Vision Compact? I have the universal Lian Li vertical mount in stock. Is it the same in this video? Thanks a lot.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

It's the Lian Li one, yes.

[@EmiratesGaming-lf8nm]

What was the purple paint splat motherboard? It looks really good

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIPUgY2Ki7ShmpI

[@EmiratesGaming-lf8nm]

Thank you!

[@bigrc73]

Is there a black set with rgb’s ? I know there are normal black cables but I’m looking for a black set that lights up like the white ones

[@mysticqro950]

How will that even work? The led’s diffuser has to be a white in order for rgb to show up. If they make the diffusers black, the rgb would barely even show up. If you’re talking about the cables, they are hidden underneath so you would not even see them.

[@Vashtiian]

I've had 2 thin 12+4s show up with the wifi doa 😭, the 24 worked flawlessly

[@SNIPERxD44]

Does the strimmer for the GPU come angled like that already? That looks good I need that cable

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Yes

[@SNIPERxD44]

@@TheProvokedPrawn damn I just realized I can't post the link

[@big5fgd]

My only question is how to connect a gpu cable if your gpu only has an 8 pin, can you remove some of the cables ?? or is there a port in the box

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

There's an 8 pin version you can buy

[@TheBrandonAF]

Can the 24 PIN be ran straight to the board without the need for L Connect?

[@Issmacdonald]

Hi- I currently have two V2 Non-Wireless Strimers setup in my system, and will be upgrading from an RTX 3060 to the 5080 when it comes out. With that in mind, seems I will need a new power cable/connector for the new GPU. Curious if I can somehow use the existing GPU strimer and just swap out the underlying power extender for the 12V-2x6 for the new GPU. Or, should I purchase the new wireless which has this connection already tied in then connect the power to the 3 8pin PCIe cables on the PSU - , but can I plug the new controller into the existing non-wireless v2 Strimer controller rather than the USB-A?

[@TheSpectrumTheatre]

Can you use the Wireless Strimer set alongside the old Uni TL Fans and still sync them?

[@ama9385-w2g]

Sorry if this has been answered but do you have to use the 90degree attachment in the gpu itself? As I've got a vertical mounted gpu and don't want the cable to go down infront of it like yours in the video

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Yes it's standard

[@AydenSpann-w6b]

Can the old LIAN li controller control these or do I need the usb?

[@LuisPodence]

I cant decide if I Should buy the lian li Uni Fan sl Wireless or the sl infinity please give your opinion

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I personally prefer the Infinity fans.

[@LuisPodence]

@ okay Thanks

[@AverageLarryGaming]

I don’t like that they force you to use the 90 degree end on the 12vhpwr version.. I like my card vertical mounted and want to wire it coming down from the side of the motherboard with the 24 pin cable as well.

[@Stxrcane]

Newer shipments come with an adapter to make it straight!

[@AverageLarryGaming]

@ well.. that’s unfortunate

[@maicagaming1702]

The 24 pin will be imposible for me becuase i use the Phanteks NV7 case, you dont see the wire on the side becuase of the case that has RGB cover the side,

[@MrAnimescrazy]

You can take that part off if you are having trouble with the rgb cables.

[@DEATHMEGATRON300]

Is it possible to sync these with Icue?

[@sole_less]

Let me know if you find out lol

[@ChosenMan37]

Yes

No

[@jacobmartin800]

Do they make a version for the AMD GPUs with 3 connections?

[@AydenSpann-w6b]

So a 12+6 variant is what I wound need for a 4070ti? The one I purchased says 12+4 pin now I’m so confused

[@maicagaming1702]

Hi, this arived today, but using the 4090 , it doesnt go all the way in, on the top side its fully seated that you dont see the blue but at the buttom where the pin is have a small gap, just a litle, i tried to push it but it always go back, is this fine?

[@eliflores8805]

Help? What wireless strimmer configuration can you use for a tripe 8pin?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

They don't do a triple 8 pin. Mostly the 12vhpwr variant lian-li.com/product/strimer-wireless/

[@eliflores8805]

@ thank you

[@eliflores8805]

One last question, Would you happen to know if 2 sets of the wireless 2x8pins would work?

[@nathanielhenry3398]

Can the 12x4 fit a 7900xtx…?

[@ixe1895]

If I use a pwm header for this isn't it going to mess with my cooling profiles meaning it will detect a 0 rpm fan on the header that I use? I just foresee problems using the internal pwm header if you are not using lian li fans .....

[@Gfrmbk]

I got a vertical mount and would prefer not to cover my whole gpu is it possible with the wireless or should I get the normal v2

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I'm not sure I understand the question. You could maybe go for behind?

[@noahweis9754]

Ist the controller necessary?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Yes. You need it for changing the lighting in L Connect

[@cameron6957]

so i have a 4070 ti super is this the cable id need ?

[@saiando9228]

the plastic brackets are black so they can release a white one as v2 later on?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

They include which brackets too. I showed them

[@cursedmika]

My PSU doesnt have a 12VHPWR port and im using 3 PCI-E cables going into that god awfull looking 3way split 12 VHPWR cable that came with my GeForce RTX 4080... Is it possible for me to just connect the 12VHPWR RGB extension to the 3way split which then will connect to the PCI-E cables? Or should I just invest in a new PSU?

[@cursedmika]

So... *GPU -> Lian Li 12VHPWR RGB Strimer -> 3-Way splitter (octopus cable) -> 3x PCI-E -> PSU* would this work?

[@Pancake-k1c]

Can you make the cable that comes out of the 90 degree bend on the gpu cable longer? I don't know if it would fit my gpu.

[@LeoxSaftig]

I have a question for the gpu one, it has 90° angle but im planning on using it on a aero Card, which has Its conector further back in the card. Is there a way to swap the 90° angle to a straight one?

[@sutthikansakulrungsap1698]

Thank you for review. Is lian li strimmer can be use with riser GPU?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Yup

[@youri19901990]

I have a 4080 atm which uses 3 PCIE slots. Can i replace those 3 cable with one 12V HPR cable that goes in the PSU.

[@lilymetcalfe97]

Could I plug USB cable into NZXT USB hub?

[@Szymekkxd]

Is the usb dongle controller needed at all times or can I use it to configure rgb then unplug it?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I believe it's always needed

[@Szymekkxd]

@TheProvokedPrawn thanks for reply

[@ESevenn]

Will strimers and fans use the same controller? Another question, I already have the TL and TL LCD versions, could I just use this new PWM cable and the external USB?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

"Will strimers and fans use the same controller?" - Yes "I already have the TL and TL LCD versions, could I just use this new PWM cable and the external USB?" - don't think so

[@GoBBLeS666]

I don’t get why the cable has to be this broad. It looks like it’s going to hinder airflow quite a bit.

[@Gfrmbk]

Can these strimmers work with sl inf fans and the Galahad 2 inf?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Sure. You'll just have to have the two controllers in your case

[@nfssupra654]

which one should I purchase? I have the rtx 4070ti super

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

The one I showed? 12vhpwr

[@nfssupra654]

@@TheProvokedPrawn haha! sorry i thought there was a difference between the 2 on newegg. one just has 8 light strands and the other is 12. But thank you.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

@@nfssupra654 ah, there's a thicker version and a thinner one. Yes.

[@elcompask4te835]

@@TheProvokedPrawn Hello sorry for the similar question here @TheProvokedPrawn but i have a 4080 super so either the 8 or 12 light strands on newegg are the 12vhpwr extender?

[@TheKelvinmelvin]

I can’t seem to purchase these anywhere they are like gold dust 😂 all I can do is pre order or everywhere I look they are out of stock 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@christianweber1231]

Will this work with the upcoming 5000 series cards from nvidia?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

No info is available yet but I expect they'll still use the same connector

No

[@ultra_za]

can i get any cable kettel for my psu?im new to pc so i know next to nothing

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Did you not get one with the psu? If you need extra you should just be able to buy them from Amazon or wherever easily

[@ultra_za]

@@TheProvokedPrawn yea i didnt get one with the psu so i can js get anyone?

[@reallyryan_]

Hey I'm having a hard time trying to find these in the UK (Scotland) I have a Zotac 4090 and I'm looking for the 24pin as well anyone know where I can get these? I have the V2s and I just upgraded my fans to the Lian Li wireless LCD ones and I want these cables to match cheers.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Overclockers is usually the best bet for Lian Li in the UK

[@XCrooked_TonguesX]

Any way to link with iCue software?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

@@XCrooked_TonguesX no that I know of.

[@elchancho8432]

I need help I keeping get a pop up that says “ Windows Explorer the last USB device you connected to this computer malfunctioned and Windows does not recognize it” ever since it popped up the first time my LCD fans RGB stopped working on them and I can’t control the speed of the fans anymore they are like default on highest mode and also the lcd screen on the Aio stopped working as well I unplugged them the l connect and reconnected and that worked for about a day and happened all over Is my L connect bad? It’s not even a year old yet

[@unknowncomic4107]

This happened to me too although I only have the Strimmers V2 and the SL120 V2 Unifans (got rid of my Trinity Performance AIO because the pump failed on the original and the replacement they sent me). Turns out for some reason the L-Connect 3 controller bricked itself just out of the blue. Replaced it with another one (I had an extra one) and that fixed it. My only issue now is the software will not sync up any new light settings I set up without having to restart my computer.

[@Ryansraaisma]

Where Can you buy

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Links in the description but NewEgg, Overclockers and CaseKing are your best bet.

[@winter_ronin9750]

i didn't found it on neweggs, and finaly found it on aliexpress lian li official store

[@Hikari_Sakurai]

wait what? so I buy these cables and they don't come automatically with the controller? WTF?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I believe you can get versions that do but they cost more obviously

[@brianmartinez9595]

The Strimer wireless effects are the same for the Strimer Plus V2?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

No there's now more apparently

[@cheekster777]

Thanks.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

You're welcome

[@cheekster777]

@@TheProvokedPrawn 🤩

[@thesnxwprevails]

what if i have a 3x8 pin gpu?

[@hhoinaes]

Same for me, new Radeon 7900 XTX with 3x8 pin power. The only thing I can think is somehow remove the LED strip portion of a 24 pin cable and attach to the 3x8 cables. Problem is getting power from the pin connector to the LED strip...

[@LvfeStyleBrazy]

my l connect aaint detecting my strimers

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

You've connected the wireless dongle? And downloaded the latest version of L Connect?

[@LvfeStyleBrazy]

@ I got the ones without the wireless dongle did I need it ? And yes I have the latest version

[@shauncollsc]

Sorry im clearly missing the the point.... How is this wireless exactly?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

No wires to a controller

[@cozyshou]

Hi Mr Prawn. Can you send me your affiliate link for which specific Lian Li Strimer v2 plus wireless is compatible with my Asus Tuf 4070 ti super? Please and thank you. Your videos are very educational for new pc builders like me.

[@cozyshou]

Also if you can send me another link for the compatible Lian Li wireless strimer plus v2 for my motherboard to psu.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Assume you'll need the 12vhpwr version? The links are in the description :) Thanks fore the support!

[@cozyshou]

@@TheProvokedPrawn I’m using the corsair rm 1000x shift psu. The links don’t show the wireless version. Hmmm..

[@Clouder-TV]

No 140MM wireless?

[@MrAnimescrazy]

Maybe later

[@2007carf]

I dont need those cables because i have a btf motherboard 😊

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Why watch the vid then 🤣🤷‍♂️

[@2007carf]

I just watch a few seconds. I Was watching lian li building videos and yours was suggested, thats why.

[@virallimitless3429]

Hii love from India, Could you please tell me that, can i use gen 5 m.2 nvme and gpu at x16 bandwidth on aurous x870e Elite. please reply in a simple wording

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

It likely doesn't matter kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYWYZqmdmtqbhtE

[@Chaos_God_of_Fate]

They look nice but I really don't like their solution for the controller.

[@Pugwash07]

Pity that the cable for older gpu like the 3x8 pin RTX3080 doesn’t exist. So it’s a pass for me, otherwise it’s a great idea for anyone who hates the normal rats nest of argb cables

[@jefpeters67]

I hate the black connectors, why not all white

[@MrAnimescrazy]

There are white clips to swap for the black clips.

[@jefpeters67]

Yes i know, clips, but connectors are black

[@mysticqro950]

@@jefpeters67it comes with white connectors too.

[@mysticqro950]

@@jefpeters677:37 did you watch the video? You can switch out the black end connectors with white.

[@jefpeters67]

You are right.....😊damm, allright the GPU but also the 24 pin? ​@@mysticqro950

[@AquaLady153]

sucks no triple 8 pin

[@AverageLarryGaming]

I don’t like that they force you to use the 90 degree end on the 12vhpwr version.. I like my card vertical mounted and want to wire it coming down from the side of the motherboard with the 24 pin cable as well.

[@UncleKnighthawk]

Same! They should have included another adapter that makes it straight.

[@AverageLarryGaming]

@ yeah I hear you have to ask for one if you bought one of the earlier models.

[@jewand91]

No 3x8 pin connectors ?