Before we dive into the process, it is important to understand what this software actually does. L Connect 2 is the proprietary control software developed by Lian Li specifically for their UNI FAN series (SL and AL series) and their Galahad AIO liquid coolers.
You are looking for a file named something similar to: L-Connect-2-v1.6.14.zip (Note: version numbers change as updates are released. The final stable version of L-Connect 2 is generally v1.6.14 or v1.7.4).
View real-time data including fan speeds (RPM) and lighting effects.
Before we dive into the process, it is crucial to understand what this software does.
| Aspect | L-Connect 2 | L-Connect 3 | |--------|-------------|-------------| | | Original Uni Fan SL, AL, Strimer Plus (v1) | Uni Fan SL INF, AL V2, P28, Strimer Plus V2 | | UI Style | Grid-based, simpler | Modern, widget-based | | Background Resource | Low (~1–3% CPU) | Moderate (~5–8% CPU) | | Firmware Support | No longer updated (final: v2.0.9) | Actively updated | | Motherboard Sync | Via "MB Sync" toggle | Via "MB Rhythm" + third-party plug-in |
While Lian Li has largely transitioned to L-Connect 3 for its newer product lines, many users with older controllers still require the L-Connect 2 version.