EK-Quantum Vector FTW3 RTX 3080Ti User Manual

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Vector FTW3 RTX 3080/3080Ti/3090 Active Backplate
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  • Page 1 EK-Quantum Vector FTW3 RTX 3080/3080Ti/3090 Active Backplate USER GUIDE...
  • Page 2 This product is intended for installation by expert users only. Please Before you start using this product, please follow these basic guidelines: consult with a qualified technician. Improper installation may result in damage to your equipment. EK assumes no liability whatsoever, Carefully read the manual before beginning with the expressed or implied, for the use of this product or its installation.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS BOX CONTENTS REQUIRED TOOLS ACTIVE BACKPLATE DIMENSIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRODUCT PARTS INSTALLING THE ACTIVE BACKPLATE PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS REMOVING THE TERMINAL METAL PLATE ATTACHING THE ACTIVE BACKPLATE INSTALLING FITTINGS AND TUBING CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP TESTING THE LOOP SUPPORT AND SERVICE...
  • Page 4: Box Contents

    EAN: 103301 M2.5x8 AX1 Screw (8 pcs) M2.5x8 AX1 Screw - Nickel (8 pcs) EK-Quantum Vector FTW3 RTX 3080/3080Ti/3090 Active Backplate Allen Key 2.5 mm (1 pc) Thermal PAD F 1.0 mm - (120x16mm) (2 pcs) Thermal Pad G 1.5 mm - (120x24mm) (1 pc)
  • Page 5: Required Tools

    REQUIRED TOOLS Phillips Head Screwdriver Scissors ACTIVE BACKPLATE DIMENSIONS 182 mm 211 mm 303 mm - 5 -...
  • Page 6: Technical Specifications And Product Parts

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRODUCT PARTS Technical Specification: Dimensions (L x H x W): 303 x 151 x 37.25 mm D-RGB (Addressable RGB) Cable Length: 500 mm D-RGB LED Count: 5 (Plexi Version) D-RGB Connector: Standard 3-Pin (+5V, Data, Blocked, Ground) Position EAN Description Quantity...
  • Page 7: Installing The Active Backplate

    INSTALLING THE ACTIVE BACKPLATE STEP 1 PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD First, complete the installation of your EK-Quantum Vector FTW3 RTX 3080/3080Ti/3090 water block according to its installation manual. In case the water block is already installed, remove the seven (7) AX1 screws and their PVC washers, as shown in the image.
  • Page 8 EK-Quantum Vector FTW3 RTX 3080/3090 Active Backplate comes with its own terminal, meaning the original terminal, along with two (2) 15x1 O-rings, on the EK-Quantum Vector FTW3 3080/3090 M4 x 27 DIN7984 water block has to be removed. SCREW Unscrew the three (3) M4 x 27 DIN7984 screws and detach the terminal from the water block.
  • Page 9: Cutting And Placing Thermal Pads

    STEP 2 Thermal PAD F 1.0 mm (120 x 16 mm) CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS Your backplate comes with thermal pads that have to be cut into smaller pieces to cover all the VRM components. EK made sure to 120 mm 1 mm provide you with more than an adequate quantity of thermal pads to...
  • Page 10 STEP 3 3080/3080 Ti Version Once cut to size, thermal pads should be placed on the backplate/ PCB, as illustrated below. First, place the thermal pads on to the PCB as illustatrated. Thermal Pad F 2 mm After placing the thermal pads on to the PCB, a few more needs to 3080/3080 Ti Version be placed on to the Backplate, as illustrated.
  • Page 11 STEP 3 3090 Version First, place the thermal pads on to the PCB as illustatrated. G1.5 Thermal Pad G 1.5 mm G1.5 Thermal Pad F 1 mm After placing the thermal pads on to the PCB, a few more needs to 3090 Version be placed on to the Backplate, as illustrated.
  • Page 12: Removing The Terminal Metal Plate

    STEP 4 REMOVING THE TERMINAL METAL PLATE TERMINAL METAL PLATE The Metal plate attached on the Terminal is meant as a precaution, to secure the two O-rings to prevent them from falling out of their sockets during transport and handling. Before the installation of the Active Backplate, this metal plate has to be removed.
  • Page 13 Place the active backplate on the PCB and make sure all holes are aligned. Position an M2.5 x 8 AX1 screw into each of the seven (7) mounting holes (as shown in the image) and tighten them evenly with a Phillips head screwdriver. M2.5 x 8 AX1 To avoid using excessive force, you can easily loosen up the three (3) M4 x 27 7984DIN screws pre-installed on the terminal, but be careful that two (2) 15x1...
  • Page 14: Installing Fittings And Tubing

    TUBING The pre-mounted terminal is positioned for the optimal flow in the EK- PLUG EK-Quantum Vector FTW3 RTX 3080/3080Ti/3090 water block and G1/4 in the EK-Quantum Vector FTW3 RTX 3080/3080Ti/3090 Active Backplate. The terminal can be shifted for 180 degrees but by using it so, the inlet and outlet ports are changed.
  • Page 15: Testing The Loop

    TESTING THE LOOP To ensure the installation of EK components was successful, we recommend you perform a 24-hour leak test. When your loop is complete and filled with coolant, connect the pump to a PSU outside your system. Do not connect power to any of the other components.
  • Page 16: 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 PRODUCT PARTS” where you can find the EAN number of each part you might need.

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