ekwb EK-Quantum RX 6800 Installation Manual

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EK-Quantum
Power Kit RX 6800/6900 D-RGB P360 - AMD Edition
LIQUID COOLING KIT
INSTALLATION MANUAL
1st Revision, November 26, 2020

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  • Page 1 EK-Quantum Power Kit RX 6800/6900 D-RGB P360 - AMD Edition LIQUID COOLING KIT INSTALLATION MANUAL 1st Revision, November 26, 2020...
  • Page 2: Method

    The following instructions are subject to change 1. Carefully read the manual before beginning with the without notice. Please visit our web site at www.ekwb.com for updates. installation process. Before installation of this product please read all important notices, 2.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SCOPE OF DELIVERY CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS REQUIRED TOOLS APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND RADIATOR SPACE REQUIREMENTS INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK INSTALLATION TIPS FOR NOVICES PLACING THE BLOCK ON THE GRAPHICS CARD LIQUID COOLING SYSTEM ATTACHING THE WATER BLOCK INSTALLING THE CPU WATER BLOCK INSTALLING THE BACKPLATE BOX CONTENTS...
  • Page 4: Scope Of Delivery

    SCOPE OF DELIVERY CPU Water Block (1) With a GPU Water Block (1) With a Backplate and Mounting Mechanism Single-Slot I/O Bracket (1) Mounting Mechanism Reservoir (1) With a Mounting EK-Quantum Torque Rotary 90° D-RGB Fans (3) Mechanism Radiator (1) EK-Quantum Torque STC-10/16 Fan Cable Y-Splitter (1) ZMT Tube...
  • Page 5: Required Tools

    EK-D-RGB 6-Way Splitter EK-CryoFuel Clear Concentrate EK-Loop Soft Tube Cutter (1) Cable (1) ATX Bridging Plug (1) (1 x 100 mL) EK-CryoFuel Blood Red EK-Loop Angled Bracket - 120mm Foldable Filling Bottle (1) Concentrate (1 x 100 mL) EK-Loop CMS (1) (1) With a Mounting Mechanism REQUIRED TOOLS Phillips Head Screwdriver...
  • Page 6: Radiator Space Requirements

    RADIATOR SPACE REQUIREMENTS 40 mm (1.58in) 40 mm (1.58in) 130mm (5.75 in) 130mm (5.75 in) - 6 -...
  • Page 7: Installation Tips For Novices

    INSTALLATION TIPS FOR NOVICES 1. To lower the shipping cost, we have decided to enclose the coolant 5. If you spot any leaks, turn off the power immediately. concentrate only. Therefore, you need to provide 1 liter (1L) of 6. Optimize tube length to prevent excessive bending and kinking distilled water.
  • Page 8: Installing The Cpu Water Block

    INSTALLING THE CPU WATER BLOCK - 8 -...
  • Page 9: Box Contents

    BOX CONTENTS EK-Quantum Velocity D-RGB - AMD Ryzen Edition - CPU Water Block (1) Metal Backplate (1) Rubber Gasket (1) Allen Key 2.5mm (1) M4 x 0.8 PA Washer (4) Thumb Nut (4) Standoff (4) Spring (4) Thermal Grease (1) - 9 -...
  • Page 10: Required Tools

    REQUIRED TOOLS Phillips Head Screwdriver GENERAL INFORMATION ON WATER BLOCK COMPATIBILITY This CPU liquid cooling unit is pre-assembled for use with modern AMD desktop socket type motherboards. By default (out of the box) this water block supports the following CPU sockets: - AMD®...
  • Page 11: Water Block Dimensions

    WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS - 11 -...
  • Page 12: Water Block Specifications And Main Parts

    WATER BLOCK SPECIFICATIONS AND MAIN PARTS Technical Specifications: - Dimensions (LxHxW): 102 x 87 x 24 mm - D-RGB (Adressable RGB) Cable Length: 300 mm EK-BADGE - D-RGB LED Count: 20 - D-RGB Connector: Standard 3-Pin (+5V, Data, Blocked, Ground) TOP PLATE JET PLATE SEALING GASKET...
  • Page 13: Installing The Water Block

    INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK AMx AND FMx SOCKET MOTHERBOARDS UNC 6-32 AMD® FACTORY SCREWS BACKPLATE STEP 1 HOLD-DOWN Use a Philips head screwdriver to remove four (4) UNC 6-32 screws CLAMPS securing the plastic hold-down clamps to the motherboard. Remove the clamps and the original motherboard backplate, and store them away.
  • Page 14 STEP 3 Loosely install all four standoffs and plastic washers before STANDOFF proceeding to tighten them completely. It is mandatory to install plastic washers as they prevent damage to the motherboard PCB. Using pliers or similar tools is not recommended. PA WASHER STEP 3 STEP 4...
  • Page 15 STEP 5 THUMB NUT Remove the protective sticker and position the CPU water block onto the standoffs. Place the springs and thumb nuts over each standoff before COILED SPRING tightening them two revolutions at once, in a cross pattern. Do not tighten them fully until all of them are partially screwed in.
  • Page 16: Installing The Radiator And Fans

    INSTALLING THE RADIATOR AND FANS Before positioning the fans on the radiator, decide if you want them to serve as the hot air exhaust (Method 1 - when fans are placed on UNC 6-32 x 30 SCREW the exhaust) or to receive the coldest air possible (Method 2 - when they’re placed on the air inlet).
  • Page 17 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 18 METHOD 2 STEP 1 Prepare your suitably-sized PC chassis for the installation of the radiator unit. The position of the unit in the chassis depends on its size, fan mounting holes, and hardware that is installed. You must make sure the unit fits into the case.
  • Page 19 STEP 3 Radiator Install compression fittings on both G1/4 openings of the radiator. Tighten the fitting barbs in the clockwise direction until the gasket underneath is compressed. The installation of the radiator and its cooling fans is now complete. OPTIONAL: EK-Quantum Power Kit also comes with four pieces of EK-Torque 90˚...
  • Page 20: Installing The Pump-Reservoir Combo Unit

    INSTALLING THE PUMP-RESERVOIR COMBO UNIT There are many ways to install the pump-reservoir unit as it utilizes a standard fan mounting hole pattern with 105 mm spacing, the same as all EK radiators. The mounting holes have standard M4 threads with maximum engagement of 10mm.
  • Page 21 FLT Reservoir can be mount in multiple directions. Vertically and horizontally position is optional. Do not mount FLT Reservoir when the pump is in dead position. - 21 -...
  • Page 22: Installing The Pump-Reservoir Unit Directly To The Chassis

    INSTALLING THE PUMP-RESERVOIR UNIT DIRECTLY TO THE CHASSIS Using the included M4 screws you can mount the reservoir directly to your chassis or any other standard fan mounting location. M4 x 10 DIN 7984 Screw - 22 -...
  • Page 23: Installing The Pump-Reservoir Unit With The Supplied Mounts

    INSTALLING THE PUMP-RESERVOIR UNIT WITH THE SUPPLIED MOUNTS To enable installation of the reservoir onto fans, radiators or where clearance for the pump is required EK supplies a pair of FLT mounts along with M4 nuts, washers and additional screws. They can be positioned across any pair of mounting holes in several orientations.
  • Page 24: Installation Options

    INSTALLATION OPTIONS Included M4 nuts, washers and M4x10 screws can be used to mount the flat reservoir to a fan. M4 x 10 DIN 7984 Screw M4 metal Washer M4 Nut Using 30mm long screws supplied with your radiator the reservoir can be mounted onto the radiator and 25mm thick fans together.
  • Page 25 Alternatively the shorter 5mm long screws from the radiator may be used to mount only the reservoir. UNC 6-32 x 5 FLT Mount ISO 7380 Screw Radiator Lastly the supplied M4 nuts, washers and M4x10 screws may be M4 NUT used to secure the reservoir to a case with the mounts.
  • Page 26: Attaching The Fittings

    You may also use the EK-Loop Angled Bracket to install the pump- reservoir unit. For detailed instructions click on the link below: https://www.ekwb.com/shop/EK-IM/EK-IM-3831109825365.pdf ATTACHING THE FITTINGS EK-Quantum Kinetic FLT has two inlet and two outlet ports, one of each FILL must be used! All 4 unused ports should be blocked using G1/4 plugs.
  • Page 27: Installing The Gpu Water Block

    INSTALLING THE GPU WATER BLOCK - 27 -...
  • Page 28: Box Contents

    BOX CONTENTS Universal Mounting Mechanism – You may not need every screw from this package. PVC Washer M2.5 (28 pcs) EK-Quantum Vector RX 6800/6900 D-RGB - AMD Radeon Edition M2.5x4 AX1 Screw (30 pcs) M2.5 Nut (1 pc) Thermal Grease (1 pc) Allen Key 2 mm (1 pc) Allen Key 2.5 mm (1 pc) EK-Plug G1/4 (2 pcs)
  • Page 29: Water Block Dimensions

    WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS 16.50 mm 21.35 mm 119.10 mm 147.10 mm 266.20 mm - 29 -...
  • Page 30: Technical Specifications And Water Block Parts

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS Technical Specification: - Dimensions (LxHxW): 266 x 133 x 21.5 mm - D-RGB (Addressable RGB) Cable - Length: 500 mm M3 x 6 DIN7991 SCREW M4 x 25 DIN7984 SCREW - D-RGB LED Count: 14 ALU (LED) COVER - D-RGB Connector: Standard 3-Pin (+5V, Data, Blocked, Ground) FC TERMINAL...
  • Page 31: Preparing The Graphics Card

    PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD You will need the following tool: BACKPLATE Phillips Head Screwdriver STEP 1 REMOVING THE STOCK BACKPLATE Use the Phillips head screwdriver to unscrew the twelve (12) marked screws. Evenly untighten four (4) retention bracket screws for easier RETENTION disassembly.
  • Page 32: Changing The Stock 2-Slot I/O Bracket For The Single-Slot I/O Bracket

    OPTIONAL STEP CHANGING THE STOCK 2-SLOT I/O BRACKET FOR THE SINGLE-SLOT I/O BRACKET In case you prefer it that way, you can change the stock Two-Slot I/O 2-SLOT I/O BRACKET SINGLE SLOT BRACKET Bracket for the Single-Slot Bracket enclosed in this package. For this Step, you will need: M2.5 x 4 AX1 M2.5 Nut...
  • Page 33: Cleaning The Pcb

    STEP 3 CLEANING THE PCB Wipe off the remains of the original thermal compound using a nonabrasive cloth or Q-tip, as shown in the sample image, until the components and circuit board are completely clean. EK recommends the use of denatured alcohol for removing TIM leftovers. After that, remove all remaining stock thermal pads from the PCB.
  • Page 34: Applying Thermal Compound

    STEP 2 Thermal Pad F 1.0mm Once cut to size, thermal pads should be placed on the PCB, as illustrated below. EK made sure to provide you with more than an adequate quantity of thermal pads to complete this Step. STEP 2 APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND STEP 1...
  • Page 35: Installing The Water Block

    INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK STEP 1 PLACING THE BLOCK ON THE GRAPHICS CARD This procedure is the same for all full-cover water blocks. Carefully position the water block with preinstalled standoffs on the graphics card. During this process, make sure you have aligned mounting holes of the PCB with holes of the water block (same applies to other tops).
  • Page 36: Installing The Backplate

    The screws must be present on the places marked below. INSTALLING THE BACKPLATE BACKPLATE DIMENSIONS 266.20 mm - 36 -...
  • Page 37: Required Tools

    REQUIRED TOOLS Phillips Head Screwdriver Scissors CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS STEP 1 Your backplate comes with thermal pads that have to be cut into Thermal PAD F 1.5mm (120 x 16 mm) smaller pieces to cover all the VRM components. EK made sure to provide you with more than an adequate quantity of thermal pads to complete this Step.
  • Page 38: Attaching The Backplate

    STEP 2 Once cut to size, thermal pads should be placed on the backplate, Thermal Pad F 1.5mm as shown on the diagram. Thermal Pad F 2.0 mm STEP 2 ATTACHING THE BACKPLATE Place the backplate on the PCB and make sure all holes are aligned. M2.5 x 8 AX1 Position an M2.5X8 AX1 screw in each of the six (6) mounting holes (as shown in the image) and tighten them evenly with a Phillips...
  • Page 39: Checking The Contact In Case Of High Temperatures

    Then repeat Steps from the previous section to re-attach the block. In case you fail to obtain good contact, please check again or contact our support service at https://www.ekwb.com/customer-support/. INSERTING THE GRAPHICS CARD INTO THE CHASSIS Carefully lift your graphics card with the installed water block and insert it into your PC’s motherboard PCIexpress expansion slot.
  • Page 40: Installation Of Fittings And Tubing

    INSTALLATION OF FITTINGS AND TUBING STEP 1 Screw in two (2) G1/4 threaded male fittings. Attach the liquid cooling tubes and connect the water block(s) to the cooling loop. Do not forget to plug the remaining two openings with enclosed EK-Plug G1/4 or its equivalent. EK recommends using EK fittings with all EK water blocks.
  • Page 41 STEP 2 Try to visualize the tube route and then measure its distance by trying to fit it into the chassis. Mark the required length with a felt-tip pen. Before you make the first cut, keep in mind that it’s best to have 2–3cm in tube length to spare.
  • Page 42 STEP 4 Slide the fitting ring along the tube with the threaded side facing the fitting barb. Install the tube on the fitting barb. You can do that by forcing it to slide over the edge as far as it goes. If needed, heat the tube in warm water.
  • Page 43: Electrical Installations

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS CONNECTING THE PUMP-RESERVOIR UNIT STEP 1 Connect the 4-pin male Molex connector to the 4-pin female Molex connector of the power supply. STEP 1 STEP 2 Take the 4-pin PWM female connector and plug it to the male PWM header located on the motherboard.
  • Page 44: Connecting The Fans

    CONNECTING THE FANS Fan Splitter Cable STEP 1 To connect the fans, you might need an EK-Cable Y splitter. Connect Fan Connector the female connectors from the fans with male connectors on the fan splitter cable. The EK-Cable Y splitter comes enclosed with the Kit. STEP 1 STEP 2 Connect the female splitter connector to a header located on the...
  • Page 45: Recommended Filling And Leak Testing Procedure

    RECOMMENDED FILLING AND LEAK TESTING PROCEDURE Power supply ATX Cable EK-ATX STEP 1 Bridging Plug It is mandatory to do the following: 1. Disconnect all PSU power connectors on your PC (4/8-pin EPS, 24-pin ATX, PCIexpress power, SATA power), 2. Plug the EK-ATX Bridging Plug (enclosed) into the 24-pin ATX PSU cable, which allows jump-starting your computer.
  • Page 46: Connecting The Fans, Pump And Cpu D-Rgb Lights

    CONNECTING THE FANS, PUMP AND CPU D-RGB LIGHTS STEP 1 6-Way D-RGB Male Connect the 3-pin D-RGB LED connector from the pump-reservoir Splitter Headers unit, CPU water block and GPU 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 47: 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 Distilled enclosed with the Kit) and mix it with 900mL of distilled water. Water Make sure you mix it properly before pouring it into your water cooling loop.
  • Page 48 STEP 4 When you turn on the power supply, the coolant should be pushed from the reservoir toward other water cooling components. Therefore, you have to fill the coolant continuously while the pump is running. Alternatively, you can cycle the power supply by turning it ON and OFF every few seconds to speed up the air bleeding process.
  • Page 49: Maintenance Tips

    MAINTENANCE TIPS In order to obtain the best performance across the entire lifespan of the product, it is crucial to follow these maintenance tips. 1. DUST REMOVAL It is mandatory to clean the dust every 2-3 months. EK recommends using a vacuum cleaner or compressed air to blow the dust away. The radiator is usually the dustiest, so pay special attention to it.
  • Page 50: Support And Service

    SUPPORT AND SERVICE For 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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