EK-Quantum Vector2 Trio RTX 3080 Manual
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- Page 1 EK-Quantum Vector² Trio RTX 3080/90 D-RGB GPU WATER BLOCK USER GUIDE...
- Page 2 This product is intended for installation by expert users only. Please consult with a qualified technician. Improper installation may result in damage to your equipment. EK assumes no liability whatsoever, expressed or implied, for the use of this product or its installation. The following instructions are subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS BOX CONTENTS WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS NICKEL PLEXI NICKEL ACETAL PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD OPTION 1: USING THE MSI GEFORCE 3080/90 SUPRIM X REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER AND BACKPLATE OPTION 2: USING THE MSI GEFORCE RTX 3080/90 GAMING X TRIO PREPARING THE WATER BLOCK FOR INSTALLATION CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND... -
Page 4: Box Contents
BOX CONTENTS EAN: 104909 M2.5x4 AX1 Screw (12 pcs) M2.5x8 AX1 Screw (1 pc) Standoff Ø4.5/2.5 (1 pc) EK-Quantum Vector Trio RTX 3080/90 D-RGB M3x10 AX1 Screw (1 pc) Polyamid Washer M2.5 0.5mm (12 pcs) Standoff M2.5-M3 x 6.6mm (1 pc) EK-Loop Multi Allen Key (1 pc) Standoff M3.5-M2.5 x 11.3mm (1 pc) -
Page 5: Water Block Dimensions
WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS 334.5 mm 27 mm 123.8 mm 95.8 mm - 5 -... -
Page 6: Technical Specifications And Water Block Parts
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS NICKEL PLEXI - Dimensions: (LxHxW): 334.5 x 155 x 27mm - D-RGB LED count: 18 - D-RGB cable length: 50cm - D-RGB connector 3-pin 5V digital LED header Position Description Quantity 104465 Coldplate (Nickel) 103971 Acetal Stand Out 104471... -
Page 7: Nickel Acetal
NICKEL ACETAL - Dimensions: (LxHxW): 334.5 x 155 x 27mm - D-RGB LED count: 38 - D-RGB cable length: 50cm - D-RGB connector 3-pin 5V digital LED header Position Description Quantity 104465 Coldplate (Nickel) 103974 Acetal Stand out 100663 EK - Badge 104211 Mylar sticker 8202... -
Page 8: Preparing The Graphics Card
Place your graphics card on the flat surface and carefully remove the stock cooler. Do not forget to unplug all the LED and fan connectors. Pay attention to the following steps in order to install the EK-Quantum Vector Trio RTX 3080/90 D-RGB water block on the graphics card. -
Page 9: Option 2: Using The Msi Geforce Rtx 3080/90 Gaming X Trio
Place your graphics card on the flat surface and carefully remove the stock cooler. Do not forget to unplug all the LED and fan connectors. Pay attention to the following steps in order to install the EK-Quantum Vector Trio RTX 3080/90 D-RGB water block on the graphics card. -
Page 10: Preparing The Water Block For Installation
PREPARING THE WATER BLOCK FOR INSTALLATION STEP 1 DO NOT Unscrew seven (7) Screws AX1 M2.5x8 as shown in the image. REMOVE Remove the backplate together with seven (7) Screws AX1 M2.5x8 STANDOFFS and backplate standoffs. Standoffs must stay on Screws AX1 M2.5 x 8 AX1 FROM M2.5x8. -
Page 11: Cutting And Placing Thermal Pads
CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS STEP 1 Thermal Pad F – 1.0 mm (120 x 16 mm) Your EK-Quantum Vector Trio RTX 3080/90 D-RGB block comes with Thermal Pads that have to be cut into smaller pieces to cover all the VRM components. -
Page 12: Applying Thermal Compound
APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND STEP 1 Apply the enclosed EK-TIM Ectotherm thermal grease (thermal compound) on the GPU heat spreader – IHS – as shown in the image. The layer of the thermal compound must be thin and even over the entire surface of the IHS. The excessive or uneven application of thermal grease may lead to poor performance! For this Step, you will need:... - Page 13 STEP 2 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. Pay attention not to use too much force when pressing the block down to the PCB since chip dies are prone to cracking.
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Page 14: Attaching The Water Block (Option 2: Msi Geforce 3080/3080Ti/3090 Trio)
ATTACHING THE WATER BLOCK (Option 2: MSI GEFORCE 3080/3080Ti/3090 TRIO) STEP 1 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. Pay attention not to use too much force when pressing the block down to the PCB since chip dies are prone to cracking. -
Page 15: Preparing The Backplate
PREPARING THE BACKPLATE STEP 1 After attaching the water block, a few more thermal pads need to be Thermal Pad F – 1.0 mm (120 x 16 mm) cut into smaller pieces to cover all the necessary components. EK made sure to provide you with more than an adequate quantity of thermal pads to complete this step. - Page 16 Apply the thermal pads onto the backplate as shown in the image. Thermal Pad - 120 x 16 x 1.0 mm Thermal Pad - 120 x 16 x 2.0 mm Thermal Pad - 120 x 24 x 2.0 mm 3080/ 3080Ti: 3090: STEP 1 - 16 -...
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Page 17: Attaching The Backplate
ATTACHING THE BACKPLATE STEP 1 Place the backplate with seven (7)M2.5x8 AX1 Screws and Standoffs BACKPLATE onto the PCB. Make sure all the holes are aligned. Tighten the screws according to the numerical order shown in the image! Do not use excessive force! For this step, you will need: Phillips Head Screwdriver STEP 1... -
Page 18: Fittings And Tubing
FITTINGS AND TUBING STEP 1 Screw-in two (2) G1/4 threaded male fittings. Attach the liquid cooling tubes and connect the water block to the cooling loop. Do not forget to plug the remaining two openings using the enclosed EK-Plug G1/4 or its equivalent. EK- PLUG G1/4 EK recommends using EK fittings with all EK water blocks. -
Page 19: Connecting The D-Rgb Led Strip
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP STEP 1 Plug the 3-pin connector of the distribution plate D-RGB LED light to the D-RGB HEADER on the motherboard. The LED will work if the pin layout on the header is as follows: +5V, Digital, Empty, Ground. -
Page 20: Warranty
WARRANTY Our products are warranted against defects of materials and quality for a period of 24 months, starting with the date of delivery to the end-user. During this period, products will be repaired or have parts replaced at our discretion, provided that 1) the product is returned to the agent from whom it was purchased;... -
Page 21: Support And Service
SUPPORT AND SERVICE In case you need assistance or wish to order spare parts or a new mounting mechanism, please contact: https://www.ekwb.com/customer-support/ For spare parts orders, refer to the page with “TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS” where you can find the EAN number of each part you might need.
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