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EK-Quantum Vector2 Strix RTX 3080/90 ABP Set D-RGB Manual

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  • Page 1 EK-Quantum Vector² Strix RTX 3080/90 ABP Set 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.

  • 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 REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER REMOVING THE STOCK BACKPLATE PREPARING THE WATER BLOCK FOR INSTALLATION CLEANING THE PCB CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND ATTACHING THE WATER BLOCK ATTACHING THE ACTIVE BACKPLATE...

  • Page 4: Box Contents

    BOX CONTENTS EAN: 104907 M2.5x4 AX1 Screw (8 pcs) M2.5x8 AX1 Screw (1 pc) Standoff Ø4.5/2.5 (1 pc) EK-Quantum Vector Strix RTX 3080/90 ABP Set D-RGB M3x10 AX1 Screw (1 pc) Polyamid Washer M2.5 0.5mm (8 pcs) Standoff M2.5-M3 x 6.6mm (1 pc)

  • Page 5: Water Block Dimensions

    WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS 308.1 mm 123.8 mm 41 mm 95.8 mm 35.5 mm - 5 -...

  • Page 6: Technical Specifications And Water Block Parts

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS NICKEL PLEXI - Dimensions: (LxHxW): 307.5x 155 x 41 mm - D-RGB LED count: Plexi - 30 - D-RGB cable length: 50cm - D-RGB connector 3-pin 5V digital LED header (Pinout: +5V | Digital | Blocked | Ground) Position Description...

  • Page 7: Nickel Acetal

    NICKEL ACETAL - Dimensions: (LxHxW): 307.5x 155 x 41 mm - D-RGB LED count: Acetal - 38 - D-RGB cable length: 50cm - D-RGB connector 3-pin 5V digital LED header (Pinout: +5V | Digital | Blocked | Ground) Position Description Quantity 104489 Coldplate (Nickel)

  • Page 8: Preparing The Graphics Card

    PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD For this step, you will need: Phillips Head Screwdriver Torx T6 Screwdriver STEP 1 REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER Use the Phillips head screwdriver to remove the three screws from the GPU bracket side and six screws from the side of the backplate. After removing all nine screws (marked in the picture), carefully detach the PCB with the backplate from the stock cooler and disconnect two cables connected to the PCB.

  • Page 9: Removing The Stock Backplate

    STEP 2 REMOVING THE STOCK BACKPLATE Use the Phillips head screwdriver to remove the two screws attaching the GeForce® RTX™ plate to the backplate. Remove the nine screws with Phillips and Torx head screwdrivers and carefully detach the stock backplate from the PCB. STEP 2 - 9 -...

  • Page 10: Preparing The Water Block For Installation

    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 11 STEP 2 ACTIVE BACKPLATE Carefully remove the complete active backplate with the terminal. Additional two (2) O-rings 14x1 EPDM50 need to be removed. TERMINAL O-RING 14x1 mm STEP 2 STEP 3 Unscrew six (6) M2.5-M3x6.6 standoff with the included tool (EK-Plug M2.5-M3x6.6 STANDOFF out Spludger Tool).

  • Page 12: Cutting And Placing Thermal Pads

    CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS STEP 1 Thermal Pad F – 1.0 mm (120 x 16 mm) Your GPU water block comes with thermal pads that have to be cut into smaller pieces to cover all the VRM components, such as COILs, MOSFETs, and drivers.

  • Page 13: 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 14 STEP 2 After placing the GPU PCB onto the water block, use seven (7) M2.5 x 4 AX1 M2.5 PVC WASHER M2.5 x 4 AX1 screws and PVC washers to tighten the GPU PCB. SCREW Tighten the screws evenly. EK recommends you start tightening the screws around the GPU core first and then continuing outward to prevent damaging the GPU.

  • Page 15: Attaching The Active Backplate

    ATTACHING THE ACTIVE BACKPLATE STEP 1 After attaching the water block, few more thermal pads need to be Thermal Pad F – 1.0 mm (120 x 16 mm) placed on the backside of the GPU PCB. Once cut to size, thermal pads should be placed on the PCB, as illustrated.
  • Page 16 3080/ 3080Ti: CAUTION: You must remove the protective foil from both sides of the thermal pad before installation. F1+F2 F1+F2 G1.5 F1+F2 F1+F2 Thermal Pad - 120 x 16 x 1.0 mm Thermal Pad - 120 x 16 x 2.0 mm Thermal Pad - 120 x 16 x 1.0 mm + 120 x 16 x 2.0 mm F1+F2 Thermal Pad - 120 x 24 x 1.5 mm...
  • Page 17 STEP 2 ACTIVE BACKPLATE Put two O-rings 14 x 1 EPDM 50 into slots on the copper plate. Then carefully place the active backplate on standoffs as shown in the image. While putting the active backplate on the PCB, make sure the O-rings stay in the slots.

  • 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. EK- PLUG G1/4 Do not forget to plug the remaining two openings using the enclosed EK-Plug G1/4 or its equivalent. 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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