Thoughts on Corsair's H100i Cooler

I've been reading that Corsair's Link software doesn't work with Windows 8.1. Right now the fix is a registry hack.

- Corsair Link doesn't recognize my H100i in Windows 8.1 Pro - The Corsair Support Forums (post #3)

Looking at stuff like this because part of my upgrade is to move to Windows 8.1.

Other sites reporting the same...

- corsair link (h100I) not working on windows 8.1
- Corsair Link not Working - Windows 8 - Windows 8

Hopefully Corsair can get it fixed instead of blaming Microsoft; it's not like the 8.1 update was some deep dark hidden secret.

Anyway, that's the only issue I see with the H100i, and really not much to make me look away from it.

I started with a 80i, upgraded to the 100i. Noise is a issue if you are stress testing and generating heat, all fans make noise at high rpm. Some make a more irritating noise than others.

I recently bought a Cooler Master Glacer 240L. Twice the aio as the 100i and the same price. The included fans are a bit better noise wise than the 100i but still are loud at 100%. The 240L well cool better with less fan rpm that he 100i. The 240L at 1000 rpm cools like the 100i at 1800 rpm on identical system

If you haven't already bought I would highly recommend the Glacer 240L. One of few aio's that is expandable. If your on a budget I have a nib Antec Kuhlur H2O 920 I'll sell cheap.

I've been reading that Corsair's Link software doesn't work with Windows 8.1. Right now the fix is a registry hack.

CL does seem to have problems for many users. I have always had excellent results with it, I miss it now that I'm using the 240L. There are many other choises, both hardware and softare for control of the cooling system. If no budget constraints the Aquacomputer Aquaero 6 is the best available system controller.

Thanks madcratebuilder,

I've already budgeted for the H100i so financing is not an issue. Also you seemed to have missed my earlier posts regarding the style of cooler I'm looking for, and thus seen the Antec would be out of the question.

As the the Coolermaster 240L, yeah that definitely looks intriguing and is definitely worth looking into a little further. Thanks for the tip there.

As for fan controllers, don't need, want, or use them. Plus my Gigabyte motherboard I just got it in (G1. Sniper 5) already utilizes Smart Fan control, as does my current Gigabyte board. That said, I can't say I really need any fan software, and aren't using any now so...

Regarding the Corsair Link software, the issue is just occurring with Windows 8.1

Thanks

jeepmann4x4 said:

I've been thinking about upgrading my H70 and have been looking at this one......It's a Closed-Loop/Expandable if you want to system.

Glacer 240L Semi-DIY CPU watercooler, designed in the United States by Swiftech and Cooler Master. Factory filled and sealed to be an All-in-One closed loop cooler or expand the system with standard DIY components. It's your system. Cool it your way <--Cooler Master link

Newegg.com - Cooler Master Glacer 240L - Expandable Water/Liquid CPU Cooling System with 240mm Copper Radiator and Dual 120mm Fans:

Yeah I said I was going to look at it....

sygnus21 said:

As the the Coolermaster 240L, yeah that definitely looks intriguing and is definitely worth looking into a little further. Thanks for the tip there.

Yeah I also have a HAF X case (Looking for Cable management tips.) but I prefer to have something like the H100i sitting that the top as opposed to a single rad screwed into the back. It's a look/style thing with me.

sygnus21 said:

Yeah I also have a HAF X case (Looking for Cable management tips.) but I prefer to have something like the H100i sitting that the top as opposed to a single rad screwed into the back. It's a look/style thing with me.

The 120.2 rads cool so much better, you can run low fan rpm and maintain low temps. I prefer the top mount in a push/pull exhaust configuration. Using your board for fan and pump control is the cleanest solution, although I wouldn't mind having a Aquaero 6 and it's gadgets like flow sensors, temp sensors, level sensors and on and on.

Regarding the Corsair Link software, the issue is just occurring with Windows 8.1

The Corsair forum has many members with problems on any version of Windoze. They are working on a firmware patch for 8.1 according to RamGuy.