Heatmaster 2
7
Windows 98 SE, Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 with limitations.
Depending on the operation being processed the software requires some of the CPU computing power. If
you have transferred the settings to the Alphacool Heatmaster 2 and the software has been shut down, no
more CPU time is needed. The Alphacool Heatmaster 2 then runs autonomously and fulfills its purpose of
controlling and monitoring your cooling system. The Alphacool Heatmaster 2 is even network- and internet
capable with the optionally available LAN adaptor. This allows the Alphacool Heatmaster to be configured
from another PC, meaning that no software needs to be installed on the monitored system, hence not
requiring any CPU time on the system.
More information on possible expansions can be found at the manufacturer homepage
Socket assignment
Overview
Power supply
The Alphacool Heatmaster 2 is connected to the power supply via a 4-Pin Molex plug, just like a HDD or
optical drive. Both voltage (12V and 5V) are needed, the 5V for the micro controller and 12V for the power
connectors, supplying fans and pumps. Should you intend to connect the Alphacool Heatmaster 2 to another
power source than a PC PSU (e.g. in an external enclosure or via a laboratory power supply), please note
that not only a 12V rail is needed, the 5V power rail is also required. If you intend to run the unit in stand-by
(e.g. to allow booting of the system to be triggered by the Alphacool Heatmaster 2), a 5V standby power
supply must be connected via the connection array (see overview).
Fan channels / pumps / slow sensors
Up to 6 fans can be connected to and individually controlled by the Alphacool Heatmaster 2. Additionally it is
possible to connect multiple fans to one channel via a Y-cable or similar adaptor. In such a configuration the
