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Hardware GuideHardware·2 min read·Aug 14, 2024

Nollie 8 Installation Guide

Wiring dual SATA power, 9-pin USB 2.0 internal header, and preliminary testing.

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Nollie 8 Installation Guide
Key Takeaways
  • Both SATA power cables must be connected for stable operation.
  • Test with a single component first: successful install lights up with green breathing effect.
  • Do not mix cables across modular power supply brands.

Package Content

Nollie 8 Accessories

  1. SATA to XH2.54 cable ×2
  2. USB 2.0 Internal Motherboard connector to USB PH2.0 cable (50cm) ×1
  3. Nollie 8CH Controller ×1
  4. 5V 3-pin Female to Male adapter ×8
  5. Clear Acrylic Double-sided adhesive tape

Device Installation

The controller only needs to be connected to the motherboard USB 2.0 9-pin interface and power supply of the motherboard.

  1. Plug the controller’s USB data cable 2️⃣ to the motherboard USB 2.0 9-pin interface.

    Internal USB

  2. Plug the controller’s SATA power cable 1️⃣. Please note that both SATA power cables must be connected.

    SATA Cable

  3. Take one of your components (LED strip or fan), plug to the Nollie controller 3️⃣ with a Female to Male adapter 4️⃣. This step is to test whether it works properly.

    Male to Female Connection

  4. Turn on the computer: your component will immediately light up with green breathing effect, confirming successful installation.

  5. Turn off the computer and install all remaining components.

  6. If it does not light up, please do not continue to operate and contact support immediately.

Precautions

  1. Do not plug the 9-pin USB cable into other interfaces.

  2. Do not mix cables for fully modular PSUs (for example: ASUS PSU with Corsair power cable).

    Mixing PSU Cable Photo credit: CoffeeStax

  3. Do not plug the motherboard 5V 3-pin into the controller.

  4. Do not plug the motherboard 4-pin RGB into the controller.

  5. When installing ARGB components, be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord.

    Nollie Warning