be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, proudly introduces the Silent Wings Pro 4 White and Silent Wings 4 White fan series. These radiant white high-end fans are built for maximum performance in cases, on heat sinks, and on radiators, delivering not just great airflow but also impressive static pressure. The fans feature unique exchangeable mounting corners to easily adapt the fans to different situations. With the Silent Wings Pro 4 White, be quiet! has turbocharged its fans to reach extremely high rotational speeds yet offering consumers a choice to configure these fans for low noise, a noise/performance balanced mode, or maximum performance.

With the Silent Wings 4 White series, be quiet! has focused on improving static pressure, which is of vital importance when mounting fans to heat sinks or liquid cooled radiators. The fans feature a low tip clearance of 1.0 mm and a funnel-shaped air outlet, dispersing the air over a greater area and resulting in a drastic improvement in static pressure. This makes the Silent Wings 4 White series a top choice for heat sinks or radiators, while keeping its noise levels impressively low. Silent Wings 4 White comes with two different mounting corners that are tool-free and easy to exchange: vibration-free rubber push-pin corners and traditional hard-plastic screw-type corners.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, announces white versions for its two high-end PC cases: Dark Base Pro 901 White and Dark Base 701 White. Both cases have ground-breaking features, such as support for inverted layouts, high airflow, subtle ARGB lighting, and a huge focus on usability. Dark Base Pro 901 White and Dark Base 701 White allow users to create stunning white builds without compromises, offering the same high quality and award-winning German engineering as the original black versions of these cases and making them the ideal cases for PC gamers and enthusiasts alike.

Dark Base Pro 901 White features a silence-oriented and performance-optimized solution for the top and the front of the case, thanks to the included exchangable panels. A detachable top and front bracket with included fan hub and pogo pin connector allows for a comfortable installation of radiators and fans. The case supports an inverted layout thanks to its intuitive rail system and the cooling demand is handled by three pre-installed Silent Wings 4 White 140 mm PWM fans.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, announces a new color version for its mainstream fan series: Pure Wings 3 White. With a low minimum rpm and high top-end speed, Pure Wings 3 White is the perfect PC fan for any application, whether it is a demanding workstation or an entry level gaming build. Thanks to an optimized fan frame, it delivers outstanding performance on radiators while the newly designed fan blades and re-arranged angle result in extraordinary air pressure.

Compared to Pure Wings 3 in black, the new Pure Wings 3 White will omit the 3-pin models and therefore only come in four versions: 120 mm PWM, 120 mm PWM high-speed, 140 mm PWM, and 140 mm PWM high-speed. The color scheme of the fan sticker has been changed to grey-on-white to better suit the overall aesthetics. All Pure Wings 3 White high-speed models include an innovative closed loop motor to keep the rpm stable no matter the resistance. The result is a fan series that offers outstanding reliability and makes for a long-lasting companion for your gaming system.

The theme at be quiet! this CES is all about RGB lighting and white color variants. This is a big aesthetic departure from be quiet! which tends to have understated, mostly black product styling, with minimal use of RGB. Ah well, as long as it's all quiet. Among the cases, we saw all-white editions of the Dark Base 701, and Dark Base Pro 901 cases. The Dark Base 701 white retains its essential design and functionality, but now gets two addressable RGB silicone diffusers along the sides of the front panel. The interiors are all white, as are the included fans. The Dark Base Pro 901 white lacks any such RGB lighting elements, it's more of just a whitewash.

As we said, be quiet! is betting big on RGB and white color scheme this year, and has unveiled white variants of its Silent Wings 4, Light Wings, and Pure Wings 3 fan series, across all available sizes. These see white take over the frames and impellers. be quiet! collaborated with SignalRGB, the experts in elaborate RGB lighting, to create an art piece—a wall of 192 Light Wings White fans, all controlled through a single machine. The fans work like a mosaic to create actual images when viewed from a distance. Very creative!

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, is proud to announce Dark Base 701. This case was designed to bring performance and aesthetics to a new level, with a full mesh top and front, award-winning Silent Wings 4-fans, subtle ARGB effects, and a huge focus on usability - Dark Base 701 includes a versatile motherboard tray for assembly outside the case and support for inverted builds. Combined with sleek aesthetics, Dark Base 701 is the ideal case for PC gamers and enthusiasts alike.

While Dark Base 701 succeeds the popular Dark Base 700, it is taking a slightly different approach. Dark Base 700 was designed for nearly inaudible operation, while Dark Base 701 is built for high airflow and performance, thanks to fully perforated mesh panels that are ideal for case fans or water cooling. Thanks to three pre-installed Silent Wings 4 140 mm PWM high-speed fans (maximum 1900 rpm) and room for an additional five 120 mm or 140 mm fans, this case can fulfill cooling requirements of modern high-end systems with ease.

Be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, announces its new mainstream fan series: Pure Wings 3. With a low minimum rpm and high top-end speed, Pure Wings 3 is the perfect PC fan for any application, whether it is a demanding workstation or an entry level gaming build. Thanks to an optimized fan frame, it delivers outstanding performance on radiators while the newly designed fan blades and re-arranged angle result in extraordinary air pressure.

Pure Wings 3 is available in two different sizes (120 mm and 140 mm) and three different versions (3-pin, 4-pin PWM, 4-pin PWM high-speed), where the high-speed versions include an innovative closed loop motor to keep the rpm stable no matter the resistance. The result is a fan series that offers outstanding reliability and makes for a long-lasting companion for your gaming system.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, announces an addition to its portfolio of all-in-one water cooling units with Pure Loop 2. Pure Loop 2 replaces the award-winning Pure Loop, offering substantial improvements by implementing a PWM-adjustable pump and ARGB LEDs around the cooling block. Compared to Pure Loop 2 FX, the new Pure Loop 2 series utilizes be quiet!'s brand-new Pure Wings 3 PWM high-speed fans for high static pressure and a quiet operation. To match individual cooling requirements, Pure Loop 2 will be available with four different radiator sizes: 120 mm, 240 mm, 280 mm, and 360 mm.

Pure Loop 2 water cooling units rely on up to three Pure Wings 3 PWM high-speed fans, which offer a very quiet operation of only 36.8 dBA at maximum speed. The fans also support a unique closed loop motor function, which monitors the rotational speed of the fan and makes automatic adjustments to keep the fans at a constant fan speed, no matter the air resistance of the radiator. Pure Loop 2 has a doubly decoupled pump to reduce the transfer of vibrations: by being mounted on the tubes, the pump case is decoupled from the CPU cooling block and radiator. On top of that, rubber padding inside the housing of the pump unit add an additional layer of decoupling. The pump unit is PWM-adjustable, allowing better fine-tuning of the performance/noise balance. A nickel-coated coldplate ensures efficient cooling performance for all mainstream desktop processors and allows the use of liquid metal thermal compound.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, is proud to introduce the Shadow Base 800 series, a brand-new addition to its family of PC cases. Shadow Base 800 is designed to provide the ultimate gaming and computing experience by offering exceptional airflow and vast space for all PC building needs, easily accommodating 420 mm radiators, E-ATX motherboards, or even multiple high-end graphics cards. State-of-the-art I/O features and tool-less HDD and SSD installation elevate this case even further. Shadow Base 800 comes in five different models to give users maximum freedom of choice over their ideal PC case when it comes to color and ARGB options.

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Even though Shadow Base 800 provides a solid base for every type of user, this case series is specifically designed for gamers who want to build the PC of their dreams, without limitations. Its open mesh design ensures exceptionally high airflow, keeping components cool while playing the most demanding games. The spacious interior of Shadow Base 800 accommodates even the most extensive components, such as E-ATX motherboards, 420 mm radiators, and high-end graphics cards like the Radeon 7900 XTX or GeForce RTX 4090. Tool-less HDD and SSD installation further simplifies the setup process, saving time and effort, while the cable bar ensures a neat and tidy appearance, enhancing both aesthetics and airflow for a seamless build. Further elevating the aesthetics are tempered glass side window as well as rotatable PCIe slots to enable vertical installation of GPUs, so enthusiast gamers can showcase their high-performance graphics card in all its glory.

A member of the amusingly named and low populated r/4090Burning subreddit has reported a strange incident where the PSU side of his 12VHPWR connector had melted. Shiftyeyes67k shared his equipment's plight two days ago and included two photos with his story: "Started noticing a smell coming from my PSU (be quiet! Dark Power 13 1000 W) recently that smelled like burnt plastic. Decided to swap it out and noticed that the 12VHPWR cable was burned...From everything I've read this generally happens to the connector on the GPU side so I'm wondering if anyone has seen this yet?" His feedback shows that the relatively new connection standard has ongoing reliability issues, even though most 16-pin connector problem cases have affected beastly GPUs such as NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 4090.

The be quiet! Dark Power 13 1000 W PSU has native support for the 16-pin cable standard, and no type of adapter was used in Shiftyeyes67k's example. Tom's Hardware reported on this sole incident recently, and a be quiet! representative responded to the article's content (updated today): "This is a unique case and we already have reached out to the customer to learn more." The company statement continues: "As our brand is known for highest quality standards, we treat this seriously and have initiated an investigation." be quiet! recommends that any customers experiencing similar issues should contact their support team directly. Tom's Hardware has attempted to get a comment from NVIDIA about the latest problem, but "an Nvidia spokesperson said we may not hear back for a few days due to a company closure."

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, presents Dark Base Pro 901. This long-anticipated successor to Dark Base Pro 900 is once again an absolute high-end case with groundbreaking features. Whether you prefer a virtually inaudible or an extremely performant case, Dark Base Pro 901 is the perfect choice. Smart design decisions when it comes to the top and front of the case lead to an outstanding flexibility and versatility. Building a system using an inverted layout is a breeze with Dark Base Pro 901, while ARGB lighting and vertical VGA installation ensure an ideal presentation of your build. To top it off, the upgraded 15W wireless charger charges your smartphone faster than ever before. Alongside Dark Base Pro 901, be quiet! also introduces its own Riser Cable and the new HDD Cage 2.

Dark Base Pro 901 features a silence-oriented and performance-optimized solution for the top and the front, thanks to exchangable panels included in the box. A detachable top and front bracket with included fan hub and pogo pin connector allows for a comfortable installation of radiators and fans. Even an inverted layout can be done easily thanks to an intuitive rail system. Dark Base Pro 901 makes good use of be quiet!'s award-winning Silent Wings 4 fans: thanks to their silence-optimized fan blades and funnel shaped fan frame, these fans make no compromises between virtually inaudible operation and high performance. Their extraordinary air pressure significantly increases the cooling performance of Dark Base Pro 901.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, is expanding its current portfolio of ATX 3.0 compatible power supplies with the Straight Power 12 series. With an impressive 80 Plus Platinum certification, virtually inaudible cooling, wire-free interior and a massive 12 V rail, Straight Power 12 ticks all the right boxes for users looking for a long-lasting companion to power high-end builds with current and next-gen GPUs. Straight Power 12 is available in five wattages: 750 W, 850 W, 1000 W, 1200 W and a massive 1500 W for the most demanding power users.

Straight Power 12 is a future-proof power supply with 80 Plus Platinum certification (up to 94% with a standby drain below 0.1 watts) and ATX 3.0 compatibility. It features up to two 12VHPWR 600 W connectors and four PCIe 6+2 connectors to effortlessly support overclocked high-end GPUs. Straight Power 12 is designed to handle maximum power excursions with ease, with a Full Bridge LLC topology for unmatched signal stability. Straight Power 12 features one massive high-performance 12 V rail for a care-free user experience and better overclocking support. High-quality, 105°C-certified Japanese capacitors prevent high-frequency electronic noise that can occur during extreme load changes, especially when using modern graphics cards. Straight Power 12 uses a virtually inaudible Silent Wings 135 mm fan combined with a funnel-shaped fan opening for high airflow intake to keep the internal components cool.

be quiet!, a German company focusing on creating PC components and accessories, had a strong presence at Computex 2023. Showing off its cases and power supplies, the company introduced a few additions to its portfolio of offerings. For starters, be quiet! has introduced a new case series called Shadow Base. The new Shadow Base lineup is focused on maximum airflow and maximum performance, where the company has made a new open mesh design that allows for "exceptionally high airflow." Inaugurating model of the series is the Shadow Base 800, which comes in three flavors: standard, DX, and FX. The standard edition is just a regular case without flashy RGB; the DX model has an RGB strip, while the FX model is tailored for maximum RGB illumination across the case. With up to E-ATX motherboard support, the case supports three or four 140 mm fans, depending on the variant. You can see the specification sheet below.

be quiet!, market leader for PC power supplies in Germany since 2007, is proud to announce Pure Power 12 M, its second power supply series to receive full ATX 3.0 compatibility. Pure Power 12 M comes in five models with 550, 650, 750, 850 and 1000 watts. All models are certified 80 PLUS Gold, featuring high-class technology such as LLC topology and up to five PCIe connectors for both PCIe 5.0 GPUs and GPUs with PCIe 6+2 connectors. Additionally, Pure Power 12 M features fully modular cables for ease of installation. This makes Pure Power 12 M a future-proof choice for all who strive for a PSU with high performance and yet very low noise for their current- or next-gen graphics card. Also new to the product portfolio are DC2 and DC2 Pro thermal grease solutions. DC2 thermal grease is the choice for any cooling application that requires top heat transfer, while DC2 Pro is a liquid metal thermal paste that provides an extreme level of cooling performance for demanding systems.

Pure Power 12 M includes full support for the ATX 3.0 standard, which observes the power specifications defined by PCI Express 5.0. Compared to ATX 2.X, which supports high load peaks but does not define a maximum above the nominal power of the power supply, ATX 3.0 defines clear target values - specifically, the PCIe connection for the graphics card must allow load changes of up to three times the power consumption. Pure Power 12 M is designed to handle these extreme transient loads with ease. ATX 3.0 power supplies with 450 watts or more also require a new 12VHPWR connector, which is able to deliver significantly more power. Additionally, all Pure Power 12 M models also offer up to four "traditional" PCIe 6+2 connectors for full graphics card compatibility. This makes the PSU extremely versatile and a perfect, future-proof choice for upcoming next-gen devices and current high-end systems alike.

be quiet!, market leader for PC power supplies in Germany since 2007, introduces its first full ATX 3.0 compatible power supply series: Dark Power 13. Consisting of three models with 750, 850, and 1000 watts, Dark Power 13 directly replaces its predecessor Dark Power 12. All models offer full ATX 3.0 compatibility for next-gen graphics card compatibility and an improved frameless Silent Wings 135 mm fan, while retaining the extraordinary 80 PLUS Titanium efficiency and performance. Enthusiasts can rely on an Overclocking Key, which combines the four 12 V rails into one with higher power output, ideal for overclocked processors or graphics cards.

Dark Power 13 includes full support for the ATX 3.0 standard, which observes the power specifications defined by PCI Express 5.0. Compared to ATX 2.X, which supports high load peaks but does not define a maximum above the nominal power of the power supply, ATX 3.0 defines clear target values - specifically, the PCIe connection for the graphics card must allow load changes of up to three times the power consumption. Dark Power 13 is designed to handle these extreme transient loads with ease. ATX 3.0 power supplies with 450 watts or more also require a new 12VHPWR connector, which is able to deliver significantly more power. All Dark Power 13 models support up to 600 watts of power on the 12VHPWR connector, while still offering four "traditional" PCIe 6+2 connectors for full graphics card compatibility.

Also at the 2023 International CES, be quiet! showed off its new and upcoming thermal interface materials and new Light Wings lines of case/radiator fans. The DC2 PRO is an enthusiast-grade liquid-metal thermal interface material for high-performance applications, targeting overclockers who know how to handle liquid metal. The company wouldn't put out thermal conductivity numbers but mentioned that the DC2 PRO should be competitive with the best liquid-metal TIMs out there (north of 70 W/mK). The DC2 (non-PRO) is a conventional ceramic base TIM that's electrically non-conductive, and can be used with bare copper surfaces (such as coolers with direct-touch heatpipes). We expect this one's conductivity to be north of 10 W/mK.

be quiet! also showed off its Light Wings White 140 mm fans in two variants, one with a standard RPM range, and another with an undisclosed high-RPM limit. These fans feature high-endurance dynamic bearings, 4-pin PWM control, and 3-pin ARGB control for their addressable RGB LED diffusers along the bore of the frame. These are sold in packs of 3.

At the 2023 International CES, be quiet! showed off its latest power supplies to capitalize on the PSU upgrade boom among PC enthusiasts. Leading their booth is the Dark Power 13, a successor to the Dark Power 12 series from 2021. This high-end PSU meets ATX 3.0 and PCIe Gen 5 specifications, particularly for excursion tolerance. It is expected to come in several high-Wattage models starting from 850 W upward, but the one shown to us was 1000 W. The Dark Power 13 offers 80 Plus Titanium switching efficiency, a quadruple +12 V rail setup, and offers the latest power connectivity, including one 16-pin ATX 12VHPWR connector capable of 600 W continuous output along with excursions within PCIe Gen 5 specs.

The be quiet! Pure Power 12M series is a performance-segment product positioned a notch below the Dark Power 13, though still meeting both ATX 3.0 and PCIe Gen 5 specs. It features a dual +12 V setup, and a nice touch with the modular connector backplane is that the rail connection of each connector is labeled. These PSUs offer a 600 W continuous 16-pin 12VHPWR connector just like the Dark Power 13, and offer 80 Plus Gold switching efficiency. The Pure Power 12M series comes in several upper triple-digit capacities, including 750 W, 850 W, and 1000 W. We were shown a 1000 W box.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, is today announcing an addition to its portfolio of air coolers: Pure Rock LP is a low-profile cooler with a height of mere 45 mm, making it the CPU cooler of choice for ultra-compact Mini-ITX builds that require reliable cooling, while featuring a brushed aluminium design.

Due to its remarkably low height of 45 mm, Pure Rock LP will fit into the tightest of systems, such as Mini-ITX HTPCs and small multimedia or gaming systems. Its compact design enables full configurations of RAM banks even in PC cases with limited space. Despite its small size, Pure Rock LP delivers high enough cooling power of 100 W TDP thanks to three high-performance 6 mm heat pipes and a 92 mm quality fan. The fan has an ultra-low height of 15 mm and supports a silent operation of 30,6 dB(A) with a maximum speed of 2500 rpm. With its brushed aluminium finish and mounting options for AMD and Intel, the black Pure Rock LP will look good in any compact build. The cooler comes with a full 3-year manufacturer's warranty.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, introduces its System Power 10 series of power supplies with 450 to 850 Watts for Europe, and the System Power 10 U, with 550 to 850 Watts for users outside of Europe. The 850 W models are rated at 80 Plus Gold, while the other models are certified 80 Plus Bronze efficient. Both offer solid performance, a high reliability, and low noise levels. Combined with a great price-to-performance ratio, System Power 10 and System Power 10 U are perfect power supplies for price-conscious system builders.

System Power 10/10 U's combination of power and quietness for a PSU of its class and efficiency is far beyond ordinary - all models up to 750 Watts are certified 80 Plus Bronze (up to 89.1 percent efficiency) and able to support powerful graphics cards, providing tight voltage regulation with DC-to-DC technology and offering up to four 6+2 PCI-Express connectors. System Power 10 850 W and System Power 10 U 850 W come with 12 V dual-rail and offer an 80 Plus Gold efficiency up to 93.4 percent (System Power 10 U: 93.3 percent) thanks to "LLC+SR" topology, a true testament to quality on this price level.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, declares that all its AM4-compatible CPU coolers with top-mounting are compatible with AMD's recently introduced Socket AM5 for Ryzen 7000 processors. Thanks to AMD's efforts to keep the same dimensions between sockets AM4 and AM5, a conversion kit is not necessary.

The flagship models Ryzen 9 7950X and Ryzen 9 7900X require a high-performing cooling solution, such as the water cooler be quiet! Silent Loop 2 360 mm or Silent Loop 2 280 mm. For the Ryzen 7 7700X and Ryzen 5 7600X, be quiet! recommends any AM5-compatible be quiet! water cooler or air cooler, except Pure Rock Slim 2 and Shadow Rock LP. It should be noted that bigger cooling surfaces leave more headroom for overclocking or use in cases with restricted air flow, so when in doubt, users should opt for a larger CPU cooler.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, proudly introduces the Silent Wings 4 and Silent Wings Pro 4 fan series. These high-end fans are built for maximum performance in cases, on heat sinks, and on radiators, delivering not just great airflow but also impressive static pressure. The fans also feature a new mechanism for the mounting corners, making it easier than ever to adapt the fans to different situations, and some visual design improvements. And with the Silent Wings Pro 4, be quiet! has turbo-charged its fans to reach extremely high rotational speeds yet offering consumers a choice to configure these fans for low noise, a noise/performance balanced mode, or maximum performance.

With the new Silent Wings 4 series, be quiet! has focused on improving static pressure, which is of vital importance when mounting fans to heat sinks or liquid cooled radiators. Compared to the award-winning Silent Wings 3 series, the fan blades have a different shape and feature a lower tip clearance (1.0 mm for all Silent Wings 4 models versus 1.2 mm for Silent Wings 3), while the funnel-shaped air intake is replaced with a funnel-shaped air outlet, dispersing the air over a greater area. These changes have made a drastic improvement in static pressure, therefore making Silent Wings 4 a top choice for heat sinks or radiators, while keeping its noise levels impressively low.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, is pleased to announce that all products in its portfolio with addressable RGB LEDs are now supported by SignalRGB, developed by the California-based company WhirlwindFX. This software solution has one of the biggest feature sets on the market for ARGB component synchronization. As of version 2.2.19, SignalRGB supports Pure Base 500DX, Silent Loop 2, and all Light Wings fan models with its vibrant lighting effects and synchronization options. The only requirement is that they are connected to a compatible motherboard or external ARGB controller.

SignalRGB is available in a free-to-use basic version, which offers full RGB control and special lighting effects for compatible ARGB devices, including fans, motherboards, memory, keyboards, mice, headsets, monitors, and more. SignalRGB Pro, available as a subscription service, offers additional extras catered specifically to hardware enthusiasts and gamers. Among these are fan control, hardware monitoring, advanced lighting effects, dedicated game integrations, and audio visualizers. The latest version of SignalRGB can be downloaded at signalrgb.com and will support all be quiet! ARGB products connected to a compatible controller without additional software or drivers.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, is expanding its Pure Power 11 FM power supply range with two high-wattage models: 850 W and 1000 W. Pure Power 11 FM is aimed at mainstream computer users who appreciate the versatility of modular cables and 80 PLUS Gold efficiency up to 93.9 percent. The new high-wattage options are specifically aimed at value-oriented PC systems with high-end graphics cards.

At be quiet!, Pure Power stands for peerless dependability and a comprehensive feature set at a competitive price point. The new additions tot he Pure Power 11 FM series are no exceptions: by exclusively using fully modular instead of fixed cables, only cables that serve a purpose are installed, resulting in a smoother airflow, lower temperatures, and easier handling inside the case. Pure Power 11 FM comes equipped with black flat cables for all common connections and a black sleeved 20+4-pin ATX power cable. With two independent 12 V rails for signal stability, up to six PCI-Express connectors, and power output options now ranging up to an impressive 1000 watts, Pure Power 11 FM is fully suited for silent PC configurations and even gaming systems with a high-end graphics card.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, launches its new Light Wings series: be quiet!'s first fans with ARGB illumination. Besides its characteristic lighting properties, development focused on performance, low-noise operation as well as the manufacturer's typical high-quality standards. Light Wings fans are equipped with a PWM connector and have one LED ring at the fan's inlet and another narrow LED ring at the outlet. They are available in 120 mm and 140 mm sizes.

Light Wing's light rings are equipped with up to 20 individually addressable LEDs with a diffuser to spread the light in both directions. This results in a remarkably uniform illumination and impressive lighting effects. Light Wing triple packs additionally contain an ARGB hub to enable the synchronization of up to six ARGB components in total. The fans can also be connected to motherboards with 5 V ARGB-headers and controlled by motherboard software. Light Wings fans allow daisy-chaining of its signal cables for a cleaner case interior.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, ensures that its CPU coolers remain compatible with the latest CPU sockets. Therefore, the company will be offering a free upgrade kit for the upcoming Intel LGA1700 socket. In the course of 2022, all compatible coolers will include the new mounting material by default.

By showing a proof of purchase of an Alder-Lake-S CPU or an LGA1700 mainboard as well as a compatible be quiet! cooler, customers will receive the conversion kit free of charge from be quiet!. An order form will be available on the be quiet! website at the launch of the new processor generation. In addition, there is the possibility to purchase the assembly kits for a small nominal fee.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, is announcing Dark Rock TF 2. This high-end top-flow CPU cooler combines maximum cooling performance of up to 230 W TDP with virtually inaudible operation, thanks to its dual-heatsink design, six high-performance 6 mm heat pipes, and two Silent Wings 135 mm fans. Dark Rock TF 2 also looks the part with its brushed aluminium top cover and special black coating with ceramic particles, making it the ideal choice for all who strive for the highest yet quiet cooling performance in style.

For anyone looking for a true high-end cooler, Dark Rock TF 2 ticks all the right boxes. The dual-heatsink design with six high-performance copper heat pipes offers maximum performance even under extreme overclocking conditions and the top-flow design provides ideal cooling not only for the CPU but also for the surrounding motherboard components. Even so, Dark Rock TF 2 is virtually inaudible, thanks to a funnel-shaped Silent Wings 3 135 mm as the upper fan, and a Silent Wings 135 mm (without funnel-shaped entry) as the lower fan. Both fans are equipped with a durable fluid-dynamic bearing, smooth six-pole motors, and up to nine airflow-optimized fan blades, resulting in a low noise level of 27.1 dB(A) at 100% PWM speed. Anti-vibration rubber inserts on the heat sink fins further dampen unwanted operational sounds.