NexLinq Hub

Hassle-Free Fan & Lighting Control

With the Phanteks Nexlinq Hub and Windows App, fan and lighting control becomes a breeze. Designed to be highly compatible with multiple input and control options, such as the Phanteks Nexlinq Windows App, Mainboard, or Windows Dynamic Lighting, users can decide how they want to control their fans and lighting in their system. Equipped with several output ports, the Nexlinq Hub can connect a broad range of fans and lighting accessories, allowing for precise RPM and lighting adjustments across the system.

The Phanteks Nexlinq Windows App is a very lightweight application, taking very few resources, yet it presents a comprehensive overview of core system stats and powerful fan control settings. Users can automate fan RPMs through either automatic or manual PWM curves, based on CPU or GPU temperatures or whichever is higher. The lighting effects have been carefully curated to offer a wide range of tastefully executed options to personalize your build.

Multiple Output Ports

  • Three seperate channels for flexible routing and connecting possibilities.
  • Supports both LINQ6 and legacy products, ensuring compatibility with the latest D-RGB products while maintaining support for existing systems.
  • Additionally use the mainboard adapter to sync all NexLinq products with third-party software.
NexLinq_Hub_Black_04 Linq6 Linq6 D-RGB | 3-Pin Fan | 4-Pin PWM
NexLinq_Setup Glacier One M25G2 M25G2

NexLinq Ecosystem

  • Clean cable management, connect and control all fans easily with minimal cable usage.
  • Connect intake fans on a separate channel to make the fan speed dependent on GPU temperature for optimal cooling performance.
  • Create separate groups of connected fans or daisy-chain all fans together onto one single channel.

NexLinq Software

  • The Nexlinq HUB makes both lighting and fan control a breeze with its lightweight software.
  • Show the important stats of the hardware in one clean and simple to understand overview.
  • Easily adjustable fan curves to create the perfect cooling environment.
  • Multiple output ports to power a vast array of fan and lighting products.
  • A wide range of tastefully executed lighting effects available.
  • Highly compatible platform with support for Mainboards and Windows Dynamic Lighting input.

Specifications

General

Model No.

PH-NLHUB_02

UPC Code

886523003977

Dimensions

79 x 45 x 15.1 mm | 3.11 x 1.77 x 0.59 in

Materials

PC+ ABS_AC3100 plastic

Color

Black

Power Input Connector

2x SATA

Input Power Rating

12VDC | 9A
5VDC | 9A

Input Rated Power

100W

Input Sources

Linq6 mainboard input
USB NexLinq app
USB Windows Dynamic Lighting

Output Connector

Port 1 & 2 | Linq6 connectors
Port 3 | 4-Pin PWM & D-RGB 3-Pin JST

Output Rated

12VDC | 1.5A Per port
5VDC | 3A Per port

Output Rated Power

100W total

Extra

Net Weight

60.8 g | 2.14 oz

Gross Weight

124 g | 4.37 oz

Warranty

2 Years limited

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Scope of Delivery

1x NexLinq Hub

Accessory Box

1x USB 2.0 cable 600 mm
1x Linq6 mainboard adapter 500 mm
1x Linq6 output adapter 500 mm
1x Velcro strip 70 x 30 mm

Support

Documentation

NexLinq App

FAQ

v1.3.1.0

With the V1.3.1.0 release, the Phanteks NexLinq App further improves stability and reliability. This release adds support for the new 6″ LCD display.

What’s New

  • Fan Curve Value Display
    ▪ PWM percentage and temperature values are now clearly shown when adjusting the fan curve for more precise tuning.
  • LED Effect Direction Control
    ▪ Added direction control for D-RGB lighting effects, allowing better visual customization.

  • Gradient Line Tool for Matrix Editor
    ▪ The Matrix Editor gradient line tool now supports the transparent color, resulting in more dynamic visual options.

What’s Fixed

  • No Hardware Detection Improved
    ▪ Tabs show a clear message when no hardware is connected.
  • Fan Curve Safety Enabled by Default
    ▪ Safety mode is now turned on by default to help prevent unsafe fan behavior.
  • Profile Loading Optimization
    ▪ Profile loading performance and reliability have been improved.
  • Default Profile Behaviour Improved
    ▪ When editing the default profile, users can now save changes directly to any profile.
  • Matrix Custom Color Picker Improvements
    ▪ Newly added custom colors are now automatically selected for immediate use.
  • Matrix Temperature Graph Refinement
    ▪ Improved graph visualization behavior for better readability on the 5×10 Matrix layouts.
  • LCD Text Widget Width Adjustment
    ▪ LCD text widgets now display more consistently with improved width handling.

The NexLinq App strives to provide a lightweight and stable solution to control your cooling, lighting, and screen devices. We will continue to improve it with more bug fixes and introduce new features to the Phanteks Nexlinq App for Windows.

v1.3.0.0

With the V1.3.0.0 release, the Phanteks NexLinq App further improves stability and reliability. This release adds support for the new 6″ LCD display.

What’s New

  • Custom Color Selector for Matrix
    ▪ All Matrix widgets now use a unified RGB color selector for consistent color control.
  • New 6-inch LCD Device Support
    ▪ Added support for the new 6″ LCD display.
  • Cleaner Interface and Naming
    ▪ Port numbers are shown above custom names, and version info now displays only the app version by default.
  • Hardware Detection
    ▪ When no NexLinq hardware is detected, the NexLinq app shows an inactive preview.
  • Refined Fan Curve Editor
    ▪ Added Balance mode and per-port Safety Mode for improved cooling stability.
    ▪ Fan curve editing is clearer and more precise, with improved control points and visible safety indicators.
  • LED Brightness Control
    ▪ LED brightness can now be adjusted from 10% to 100%.
  • Updated D-RGB Effects and Speed Control
    ▪ Two-Tone and Fade are combined into one mode with selectable transitions and adjustable effect speed.

What’s Fixed

  • Improved FAN and GPU Input Selection
    ▪ Selecting a FAN or GPU source now applies immediately without an extra click.
  • Matrix Editor Color Picker Stability Improved
    ▪ Improved stability when switching colors; drag-to-select is now more reliable.
  • Clearer Color Picker Tool Feedback
    ▪ The cursor now correctly reflects when the color sampling tool is active.

The NexLinq App strives to provide a lightweight and stable solution to control your cooling, lighting, and screen devices. We will continue to improve it with more bug fixes and introduce new features to the Phanteks Nexlinq App for Windows.

v1.2.1.0

With the V1.2.1.0 release, the Phanteks NexLinq App further improves stability and reliability. This release adds a new Matrix Editor tool.

What’s New

  • New Matrix Editor Tool Added
    ▪ Create custom drawings on the Matrix-900 and Matrix-600 panels.
    ▪ Share drawings made in Nexlinq with others using the import and export buttons.
    ▪ Changed the ‘Text’ category to ‘Creator’.

The NexLinq App strives to provide a lightweight and stable solution to control your cooling, lighting, and screen devices. We will continue to improve it with more bug fixes and introduce new features to the Phanteks Nexlinq App for Windows.

v1.2.0.1

With the V1.2.0.1 release, the Phanteks NexLinq App further improves the stability and reliability. This release addresses several security items listed below.

What’s Fixed

  • Installation Stability & Security
    ▪ Addressed an issue that previously caused Windows Defender to block the installer.
    ▪ Resolved Microsoft SmartScreen warnings during installation and launch.
    ▪ Improved overall reliability and security to ensure a smoother update experience.

We strive to provide a lightweight and stable app to control your cooling and lighting devices, and we will continue to improve it with more bug fixes and introduce new features to the Phanteks Nexlinq App for Windows.

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NexLinq Compatibility

Fans

M25 Gen2

High Value Daisy-Chained Fan

All-In-One Watercoolers

Glacier One M25G2

High Value Daisy-Chained Fan

Glacier One D30 X2

High Performance Cooling

Upgrade Kits

M25 Gen2

The unique Matrix-600 Screen hides beautifully behind the soft fabric panels with its 600-LED array.

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