Speclux PC Addressable RGB LED Strip Lights Kit - Magnetic PC Case Lighting, 2PCS 42LEDs ARGB Strip for 5V 3pin RGB Header Motherboard Asus Aura, Asrock RGB Led, Gigabyte RGB Fusion, MSI Mystic Light

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Prefer air cooling? There are RGB air coolers, too. We recently tried out Phononic’s Hex 2.0 cooler, which has a side-mounted RGB logo controllable via software. Most other CPU air coolers we’ve seen don’t have lighting built-in, or are paired with a single-color LED fan, like this one from Deepcool. Again, remember that each port on the HUE+ controller can support up to four LED strips, which means you can daisy-chain multiple RGB case fans if you wish. I’m simply connecting a rear fan today.

Wary of a Too-Gaudy Aesthetic: While RGB LEDs can be “loud” and garish, with neon RGB strips especially known for generating a “raver” look, you can also use programmable RGB strip lights to create very subtle accent lighting. Some gamers and creators prefer to go with a minimal look, using a single strip of lights behind a PC tower or at the base of a keyboard. A light strip does a lot to increase the ambiance of your space, but sometimes those LEDs can be a little overwhelming, and that’s why we love the Philips Hue Gradient Ambiance Smart Lightstrip. You still get 16 million colors to choose from, though multiple colors can blend together to create a seamless, ombre look. To make for a more enjoyable experience, those tiny LEDs live in a sturdy silicone wrap that features a milky finish. This extra diffusion creates a gentle glow and may even reduce eye strain.Continue routing the extension cables between the LED strips until they’re all connected. You can fine-tune their location later, but for now, lets move on to the Aer RGB fan. Do you need RGB strips? While they don’t add any functionality to your gaming PC, they’re a great way to add some color or accent lighting to a custom PC you’re building. They also provide a simple and enjoyable way to put some programming skills to use. So if you enjoy hardware and easy wiring tasks, you can experiment with a virtually unlimited array of custom color combinations. You can also add unique design touches to an otherwise drab PC gaming setup. Finally, on a practical level, RGB strips can make it easier to troubleshoot loose cables and make adjustments to your gaming monitor in an otherwise dark room. Match Your Other Gaming Peripherals: If you’re looking for more design freedom than you get with standard RGB gaming keyboards and other accessories, then configurable RGB products might be excellent gaming peripherals. You can use these to add matching lights to a gaming keyboard, mouse, monitor, and headset. Many kits come with an additional controller that gives you even more freedom to arrange the LED strips however you like. Why RGB Strips Might Not Be For You When you first start up your PC, you may notice some unexpected behavior from your LED strips. They may glow white, or may not glow at all. Don’t panic—like any hardware device, the controller will need drivers (and perhaps a firmware update) to complete your installation. Choose a color or randomize the selection by pressing the - button. Press the + button to change the frequency and speed of theeffect.

Here are the best ARGB LED Strips for use in gaming PC. These RGB LED Strips exhibit fancy and complex RGB lighting effects and looks stunning when lit up. DEEPCOOL RGB 200 Pro LED Strip Lumens: 100 | Color: Adjustable White and RGB | Wattage: 2 watts (per panel) | Length: 7.75-inches (per panel) | Extendable: Yes | Smart Home: Yes | Warranty: 2-year The EZDIY-FAB EZDPI129-2 ARGB strip kit is an excellent option for users that value choice in how they customize their PC or gaming setup. With a soft silicone exterior and brilliant 66 ARGB LEDs, this kit delivers a diffused light that results in smooth and long-lasting color effects. Additionally, this kit works with 5V ARGB-compatible motherboards to offer full control over the patterns and colors to set the mood. While the connection cord and mounts only come in one color, the strips and mounts are small enough to conceal behind PC hardware. LEDs are known for their very long service lifetimes compared to other forms of lighting. This is true for RGB strip lights too. The individual LEDs have an average lifespan of 50,000 hours. Other factors that affect LED lifespan include the power level and the temperature. A PC RGB LED strip will thus last longer if it (and the PC itself) is kept cool. Over time, typically after five to six years of normal operation, LEDs may begin to shift colors or noticeably lose brightness.

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LEDs: 600 | Color: RGB | Wattage: 40 watts | Length: 32.8-feet (x2 16.4ft rolls) | Extendable: No | IP Rating: IP65 | Smart Home: Yes | Warranty: 18-month While connecting the strips to the controller is very simple, now’s the time to figure out the ideal location for your LEDs and how you’ll route the wiring. The HUE+ includes 100mm, 300mm, and two 500mm extension cables, which are used to connect the individual LED strips. Programming DIY Project: If you like to tinker with wires, PCBs, and connectors as a hobby, RGB lights are an easy, fun project. They are simple to install, and some LED strip light kits offer custom DIY programming options. You can play around with color combinations and control the lights with a wireless base station, Raspberry Pi unit, or your PC.

LED fans are a cheap addition that can add a lot more light to your case, and they come in plenty of colors. We threw a simple red LED fan into our case, but you can also buy RGB LED models if you want to be able to customize. That’s much more expensive than single color LEDs, though. Our advice is to figure out the color scheme of your case first, then sort on Newegg by that color. Want a svelte purple and white setup? Grab some purple fans! Supports Asus Aura Sync, MSI Mystic Light Sync, Gigabyte RGB Fusion software, Flexible, RGB LED Controller, supports Daisy Chaining When looking for LED light strips, it’s important to focus on what you need, and measure that against the features of the strip. Does it have Bluetooth capability? Is it expandable if you decide you want a more extensive lighting setup later? Does it emit single-color, RGB, or RGBW? MSI, Asus, and Gigabyte have all embraced the LED lighting craze, so your options here are good. If you’re building an expensive X99 system, you can even get a motherboard with an LED power header for plugging those RGB LED strips directly into the motherboard. That’s a great way to unify everything around a single color scheme.

Remember, while RGB strips can produce white, only RGBW strips can produce a clean white like standard light bulbs. Once you know what you need, make sure you measure your space to ensure you get proper coverage. If the length of your light strip doesn’t exactly match the space, see if the strip can be cut or trimmed, and how that could impact the colors it can display.