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- Page 1 Liquid Cooling Starter Kit Classic D-RGB S240 S360 P240 P360 INSTALLATION MANUAL EK-Classic Kit Series Units | 2nd Revision, June 24th 2020...
- Page 3 If there is any problem, contact the shop where you have purchased the product to get a replacement or refund. 3. EKWB d.o.o. is not responsible for any damages due to external causes, including but not limited to improper use, problems with electrical power, accident, neglect, alteration, repair, improper installation, improper testing.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SCOPE OF DELIVERY MAINTENANCE REQUIRED TOOLS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE THE CPU IS OVERHEATING RADIATOR SPACE CONSTRAINT REQUIREMENTS THE COOLER IS TOO LOUD INSTALLATION TIPS FOR NOVICES CLEANING GUIDE LIQUID COOLING SYSTEM PREVENTIVE STEPS GENERAL INFORMATION ON WATER BLOCK COMPATIBILITY SUPPORT AND SERVICE INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK... -
Page 5: Scope Of Delivery
SCOPE OF DELIVERY D-RGB Fans Compression Fittings CPU Water Block Pump-Reservoir Combo With Accessories With Accessories Radiator With Screws Coolant – Concentrate Tube ATX Bridging Plug 100mL D-RGB Splitter Cable (1x) Angled Fitting (2x) Soft Tube Cutter (1x) AMD Mounting Kit Classic (1x) / 3 /... -
Page 6: Required Tools
EK-RES X3 Holder (1x) Multi Allen Key (1x) Filling Bottle 500ml (1x) Pump Cable Extension 500mm (1x) UNI Bracket Cable Pump Testing Fan Cable Y-Splitter Installation Manual Adapter (1x) REQUIRED TOOLS Phillips Head Screwdriver Mixing Bottle 1L Bottle of Distilled Water Pair of Scissors / 4 /... -
Page 7: Radiator Space Constraint Requirements
RADIATOR SPACE CONSTRAINT REQUIREMENTS 130 mm (5,12 in) 130 mm (5,12 in) 46 mm (1,8 in) 28 mm (1,10 in) 46 mm (1,8 in) 28 mm (1,10 in) 130 mm (5,12 in) 130 mm (5,12 in) P240 P360 S240 S360 / 5 /... -
Page 8: Installation Tips For Novices
INSTALLATION TIPS FOR NOVICES 1. To lower the shipping cost, we have decided to enclose the 5. If you spot any leaks, turn the power off immediately. coolant concentrate only. Therefore, you need to provide 1 6. Optimize tube length to prevent excessive bending and kinking liter (1L) of distilled water. -
Page 9: General Information On Water Block Compatibility
GENERAL INFORMATION ON WATER BLOCK COMPATIBILITY This CPU liquid cooling unit is pre-assembled for use with modern Intel desktop-socket type motherboards. By default (out of the box) this water block supports the following CPU sockets: - Intel® Socket LGA-115x / LGA-1200 - Intel®... -
Page 10: Installing The Water Block
INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK ENCLOSED IN THE BOX CPU WATER BLOCK WITH ACCESSORIES CPU Water Block Thermal Grease Steel Backplate - LGA 115x Rubber Backplate Distancer - LGA 115x MOUNTING KIT FOR INTEL® SOCKET MOTHERBOARDS Thumb Nut Mounting Screw - LGA 115x Mounting Screws - LGA 20xx Mounting Springs - Intel® Washers M4 x 0.8 mm MOUNTING KIT FOR AMD®... -
Page 11: Lga-2011(-3) Socket Motherboards
LGA-2011(-3) SOCKET MOTHERBOARDS LGA-2011 M3 LGA-2011 M3 Thumb Screw Thumb Screw STEP 1 Prepare the foil bag with the mounting mechanism that is enclosed with the CPU water block. Install four (4) specific LGA 2011 M3 thumb screws into four threaded stubs on the LGA 2011 socket’s integrated latch mechanism (ILM). - Page 12 STEP 3 Remove the sticker from the water block cold plate. Thumb Nut Align the water block over the mounting screws on the LGA 2011(-3) motherboard with a pre-installed CPU. Before proceeding with installation, it is mandatory to remove Coiled Spring the protective foil from the backside of the water block.
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Page 13: Lga 115X/1200 Socket Motherboards
LGA 115X/1200 SOCKET MOTHERBOARDS STEP 1 If already installed, please remove the motherboard from the computer case. Place it on an even surface with the front facing downward. STEP 1 STEP 2 Preparing the Backplate Rubber Gasket The enclosed rubber gasket is an essential part of the backplate and mounting system, and therefore must be used every time you install this water block on the motherboard. - Page 14 STEP 3 Motherboard Install the backplate rubber gasket and place the metal backplate for Intel® LGA 115x/1200 socket to the back of your motherboard Metal ribbed side up (facing away from the motherboard). Align the holes Backplate on the motherboard with holes on the rubber gasket and backplate. Make sure to orientate the rubber gasket to fit past the CPU socket ILM backplate.
- Page 15 STEP 5 Cleaning the CPU: Wipe the CPU’s contact surface with a nonabrasive cloth or Q-tip. Applying Thermal Compound: On the clean CPU IHS, apply a blob Nonabrasive or line of enclosed thermal compound (see sample image). Cloth EK recommends the quantity of about two rice grains of thermal compound.
- Page 16 STEP 7 With EK-Supremacy Classic series water blocks, it is Fitting Ring mandatory to use the port closest to the center of the water block as the INLET port. Mixing these ports up may result in Fitting Barb poor thermal performance of the water block. Inlet Port Tighten the fitting barbs in the clockwise direction until the gasket underneath is compressed.
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Page 17: Amd® Socket Motherboards
AMD® SOCKET MOTHERBOARDS M4x14 Screws STEP 1 Replacing the Mounting Plate Place the water block on an even surface and, using the 2.5mm Allen key in the counter-clockwise direction, remove four M4x14 DIN 7991 Intel® Socket screws attaching the copper base to the top. Mounting Plate AMD®... - Page 18 STEP 3 If already installed, please remove the motherboard from the computer case. Place it on an even surface with the front facing downward. STEP 3 STEP 4 AMD® Factory Removing the Original Hold-Down Clamps UNC 6-32 Hold-Down Backplate Using a Philips head screwdriver, remove the four UNC 6-32 screws Screws Clamps securing the original plastic hold-down clamps around the socket...
- Page 19 STEP 5 Cleaning the CPU: Wipe the CPU’s contact surface with a nonabrasive cloth or Q-tip (as shown in the image). Applying thermal compound: EK recommends a blob or line Nonabrasive method for applying the enclosed thermal compound to the CPU heat Cloth spreader (see sample image).
- Page 20 STEP 7 With EK-Supremacy Classic series water blocks it is Fitting Ring mandatory to use the port that is nearest to the center of the water block as INLET port. Mixing the ports may result in poor thermal performance of the water block. Fitting Barb Tighten the fitting barbs in the clockwise direction until the gasket underneath is compressed.
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Page 21: Installing The Radiator And Fans
INSTALLING THE RADIATOR AND FANS Before positioning the fans on the radiator, decide if you want them to: UNC 6-32 x 30 Screw A) Serve as the hot air exhaust - Method 1 (when fans are placed on the exhaust) or B) Receive the coldest air possible - Method 2 (when fans are placed on the air inlet). - Page 22 STEP 3 Align the holes of the radiator with the ones in the PC chassis. UNC 6-32 x 5 Screw Take four (4) UNC 6-32 x 5mm screws for each fan and guide them through the holes in the chassis, then screw them into the threaded holes of the radiator.
- Page 23 STEP 2 Align the holes of the radiator and fans with the ones in the PC chassis. UNC 6-32 x 30 Screw Take four (4) UNC 6-32 x 30mm screws for each fan and guide them through the holes of the chassis and fans, then screw them into the threaded holes of the radiator.
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Page 24: Installing The Pump-Reservoir Unit
INSTALLING THE PUMP-RESERVOIR UNIT ENCLOSED IN THE PACKAGING PUMP-RESERVOIR MOUNTING KIT Screws M4 x 4 Washers M4 x 0.8 mm Allen Key 2 mm Allen Key 2.5 mm Nut M4 Screws M4 x 6 You may choose one of the two enclosed brackets for mounting the Pump-Reservoir unit. Spider Bracket UNI Bracket / 22 /... -
Page 25: Installing The Pump-Reservoir Unit To The Bottom Of The Case
INSTALLING THE PUMP-RESERVOIR UNIT TO THE BOTTOM OF THE CASE STEP 1 Your Classic Kit comes with a combined pump and reservoir unit with a pre-installed anti-vibration holder. Pump-Reservoir Take the unit and place it on the chosen bracket vertically, as shown Combo Unit in the picture You can turn the pump in any direction, but do not turn it... - Page 26 STEP 2 The position of the unit will depend on the fan mounting holes and hardware that is installed in the chassis. Usually, cases already have standard pre-drilled fan-mounting holes, and you should look for those with a spacing of 105mm. Pump-Reservoir Place four M4 x 6 DIN7984 screws into the holes of the bracket from Unit...
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Page 27: Connecting The Tubing
CONNECTING THE TUBING If you are adding an additional unit to your water cooling COLD AIR loop, please proceed to chapter System Expansion Possibilities. CPU Water Block STEP 1 In order to successfully route your tubing, please check the liquid cooling scheme. - Page 28 STEP 3 If you have assembled the components according to this installation manual, all the compression fittings should have already been installed. Fitting Ring To fit the tubing onto the compression fittings, you will have to remove the fitting rings by rotating them in a counter-clockwise direction.
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Page 29: Connecting The Pump-Reservoir Unit
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CONNECTING THE PUMP-RESERVOIR UNIT STEP 1 Take the 4-pin PWM female connector and plug it to the male PWM header located on the motherboard. Always try to use CPU-dedicated fan headers. On the majority of motherboards, these headers offer the best PWM regulation. -
Page 30: Recommended Filling And Leak-Testing Procedure
STEP 2 Connect the female splitter connector to a header located on the motherboard or fan controller. Always try to use CPU-dedicated fan headers. On the majority of motherboards, these headers offer the best PWM regulation. STEP 2 RECOMMENDED FILLING AND LEAK-TEST- ING PROCEDURE Power Supply ATX Cable STEP 1... -
Page 31: Connecting The Fans, Pump, And Cpu D-Rgb Lights
CONNECTING THE FANS, PUMP, AND CPU D-RGB LIGHTS STEP 1 Connect the 3-pin D-RGB LED connector from the pump-reservoir unit, water block, and fans to the D-RGB header on the motherboard. The lights will work if the pin layout on the header is as follows: +5V, Data, Empty, Ground. -
Page 32: Filling The System For The First Time
FILLING THE SYSTEM FOR THE FIRST TIME STEP 1 Preparing the Cooling Liquid. The coolant comes in the concentrated form. To prepare the cooling liquid, you must take 100mL of clear coolant concentrate (comes enclosed with the Kit) and mix it with 900mL of distilled water. Make sure you mix it properly before pouring it into your water cooling loop. - Page 33 STEP 3 Please check if you have plugged in the EK-ATX Bridging Plug and EK-Cable Pump Testing Adapter correctly. Refer to the chapter Recommended Filling and Leak-Testing Procedure. Turn the power supply on for a brief moment to check if only the pump is running.
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Page 34: Draining The Loop
DRAINING THE LOOP STEP 1 Before disassembling the water cooling loop, it is mandatory to turn off your PC and pull the power cord from the socket. Prepare paper towels to stack them over the hardware. Unscrew the four (4) M4 nuts that are securing the Pump Reservoir Bracket to the PC chassis. -
Page 35: System Expansion Possibilities
SYSTEM EXPANSION POSSIBILITIES The best part of having a custom water cooling loop is that the system can be expanded, and its cooling capacity extended almost without limitations. For maximum performance, the rule of thumb is to use at least one 120mm radiator (section) per each water-cooled component plus one additional radiator. -
Page 36: Maintenance
STEP 2 Measure the length of the tube that will connect the CPU to the GPU water block, and the GPU water block to the pump-reservoir unit. You can use the EK-Loop Soft Tube Cutter or a pair of scissors to cut the tube. You may also need additional tubing to connect the water block. -
Page 37: Frequently Asked Questions
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How many water blocks can you add to the loop? Can the Push-Pull Fan configuration be used with EK- Classic Kit D-RGB? A: The EK-Classic Kit D-RGB liquid cooling unit can be upgraded with several additional parts. However, to keep the performance A: Yes, this Kit can accommodate additional fans on the bottom at the optimal level, it is recommended not to upgrade the Kit with side and therefore work in the push-pull regime. -
Page 38: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING THE CPU IS OVERHEATING 4. Clogged microchannels in the water block: Microchannels Exceedingly high CPU temperatures are usually the symptom get clogged easily with various dirt particles and impurities, of a malfunctioning liquid cooling loop, assuming the contact especially with plasticizer powder leached from the tubing. between the CPU heat spreader and water block itself is The symptoms usually include a rapid spike in temperature adequate, and that the water is appropriately cooled within... -
Page 39: The Cooler Is Too Loud
EK deems der8auer Delid Die Mate tool safe to be used by experts for de-lidding the Intel Skylake CPUs. Upon exhausting all options, please consult EK knowledge base at http://support.ekwb.com. You can also ask a question through EK Support ticketing system if needed. / 37 /... -
Page 40: Cleaning Guide
CLEANING GUIDE Liquid cooling parts can be disassembled for cleaning 2. CLEANING ACRYLIC (PLEXI) TOPS purposes on an occasional basis. Your warranty will not Please, do not use anything but warm, soapy water and a toothbrush be void upon disassembly of the water block, but you will to clean the acrylic (plexi) water block tops and reservoir tubes. - Page 41 NOTES / 39 /...
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Page 44: Support And Service
SUPPORT AND SERVICE In case you need assistance, please contact: http://support.ekwb.com/ EKWB d.o.o. Pod lipami 18 1218 Komenda Slovenia - EU SOCIAL MEDIA EKWaterBlocks @EKWaterBlocks ekwaterblocks EKWBofficial ekwaterblocks...
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