YOU must identify which type of header you have available on your mobo and buy the right TYPE of lighting accessory to match that.

Each of these utilities can manage BOTH types of hardware header on their mobos, so the NAME of the software does NOT tell you which type of HARDWARE header is on your mobo. But each supplies one software utility with their own proprietary name, like ASUS Aura Sync, MSI Mystic Light, Gigabyte RGB Fusion, etc. Smart Fan 6Features Multiple Temperature Sensors, Hybrid Fan Headers. Extended ConnectivityDP, HDMI, Front USB-C 5Gb/s, Rear USB-C 20Gb/s. EZ-LatchPCIe 5.0 x16 Slot with Quick Release & Screwless Design. Now, mobo makers sell various models that MAY include either or both types of hardware headers. Advanced Thermal Design & M.2 Thermal Guard: To Ensure VRM Power Stability & M.2 SSD Performance. These two are INcompatible, so you MUST match the lighting units' type to the mobo header you have. As you're aware, there are two major types of lighting systems dominating the market now: the plain RGB system uses a 4-pin header and 12 VDC power, and the Addressable RGB (aka ADDR RGB, or ARGB, of Digital RGB) uses a 3-pin header (looks like 4 pins with one missing) and 5 VDC power. I agree with the post above, with one caution that applies to all such systems.

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