
User’s Manual
CNPS7XXX Series
AMD Socket FM2/FM1/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2 CPU & APUs
Intel Socket 1155/1156/775 CPUs
To ensure safe and easy installation,
please read the following precautions.
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1. Precautions
1) Use and keep product away from reach of children and pets.
2) Do not ingest the Thermal Grease, and avoid its contact with skin and
eyes. If contact is made with skin, wash off with water. If ingested or
irritation persists, seek medical attention.
3) To prevent possible injuries, gloves must be worn while handling this
product.
4) Excessive force exerted on the fan may cause damage to the fan and/
or system.
5) Avoid inserting objects or hands into the fan while it is in operation to
prevent product damage and injuries.
6) Check the components list and condition of the product before
installation. If any problem is found, contact the retailer to obtain a
replacement.
7) Zalman Tech Co., Ltd. is not responsible for any damages due to
overclocking.
8) During transportation of the system, the cooler must be removed.
Zalman is not responsible for any damages that occur during the
transport of a system.
9) Product design and specifications may be revised to improve quality
and performance.
Disclaimer) Zalman Tech Co., Ltd. is not responsible for any damages due
to external causes, including but not limited to, improper use,
problems with electrical power, accident, neglect, alteration,
repair, improper installation, or improper testing.
2. Specifications
Spec.
Model
Dimensions 109(L) Ⅹ 107(W) Ⅹ 63(H)㎜ 121(L) Ⅹ 121(W) Ⅹ 67(H)㎜
CNPS7000C Series CNPS7500 LED Series
Bearing-Type 2 Ball-Bearing
Fan
Fan
Mate
2
RPM 1,350 ~ 2,400rpm± 10% 1,150 ~ 2,300rpm± 10%
Noise Level 17.0 ~ 24.0dBA± 10% 17.0 ~ 32.0dBA± 10%
Input Voltage 12V
Output
Voltage
Maximum
Capacity
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5V ~ 11V± 2%
Up to 6W
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3. Components
Cooler
Clip Support Fixing Bolts
Thermal Grease
(ZM-STG2M)
Clip Support
Washers
Fan Mate 2 CableFan Mate 2 Double-Sided Tape
Clip Lever
(CNPS7000&
CNPS7500)
User’s Manual
Nuts
AMD Clip
(CNPS7000)
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4. Installation Requirements
1) Space Requirements
The cooler’s installation requires unobstructed space with dimensions of
Width, Height, Depth, and the CPU as a central reference point. Please check if
components such as ODDs and PSU protrude into the required space.
112 ㎜
65㎜
110 ㎜
CNPS7000 Series CNPS7500 LED Series
70㎜
2) Compatible CPUs
① Intel Socket 1155 / 1156 / 775 CPUs
Core i7 / i5 / i3 Core 2 Quad Core 2 Duo
all clock speeds all clock speeds all clock speeds
Pentium 4
Prescott Cedar Mill
up to 540 up to 650 all clock speeds
② AMD Socket FM2 / FM1 / AM3+ / AM3 / AM2+ / AM2 CPUs
※ Exception: Can be used under 95W
124㎜
124㎜
Celeron D
3) (For heatsink-installed RAM users) Check for physical
interference between the RAM and CPU
For users of Intel and AMD motherboards, please check the RAM’s height before
installation. If the RAM’s height exceeds 36mm (1.42”), interference between CPU
cooler and RAM may prevent the use of Dual/Full-Channel Mode.
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5. Installation
1) Intel Socket Installation
① Install the Clip Support to the motherboard
Bolt
Clip Support
Washer
Nut
M/B
Caution
Lever
Slot
▶ Please make note of the Lever Slot’s direction when
installing the Clip Support.
② Clear off any particles or residue from the CPU’s surface then spread
a thorough layer of Thermal Grease on the CPU and the base of the
cooler.
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③ Insert the Clip Lever through the Clip Lever slot.
④ Hook the opposite side of the Clip onto the Lug first. Then use a
screwdriver to hook the Clip Lever onto its Lug.
Lug
2) AMD Socket Installation
① Clear off any particles or residue from the CPU’s surface then spread
a thorough layer of Thermal Grease on the CPU and the base of the
cooler.
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② Insert the Clip Lever through the Clip Lever slot.
③ Hook the opposite side of the Clip onto the Lug first. Then use a
screwdriver to hook the Clip Lever onto its Lug.
Lug
6. Fan Mate 2 Installation and Usage
1) Fan Mate 2 Installation
① Connect Fan Mate 2 between the
Fan Cable and the motherboard
as shown in the diagram below.
② Fan Mate 2 can be installed to the
side of the case using Double-Sided
Tape.
M/B
Fan Connector (Cooler)
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Double-Sided Tape
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2) Fan Mate 2 Operation
Ajust the Fan Speed Control Knob
for RPM control.
Fan Speed Control Knob
BIOS Boot Error
In case you hear a BIOS error beep, please take the following steps.
① Rotate the Fan Speed Control Knob clockwise to its maximum setting.
② Disable CPU Fan Detected in BIOS setting or set the system monitoring
program’s CPU Fan RPM to its lowest setting.
※ Certain motherboards will not boot if the CPU fan’s RPM is undetected. In this
case, please inquire the motherboard’s manufacturer for additional details.
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