ekwb EK-Quantum Vector FE RTX 3080, User Manual

Page 1: ...USER GUIDE GPU WATER BLOCK EK Quantum Vector FE RTX 3080 ...

Page 2: ...rd PCB EK Fittings require only a small amount of force to screw them firmly in place since the liquid seal is ensured with the rubber O ring gaskets The use of quality market proven corrosion inhibiting coolants is always strongly recommended for any liquid cooling system Do not use pure distilled water as a cooling liquid For best results EK recommends the use of EK CryoFuel Coolants Make sure t...

Page 3: ...OVING THE PRE INSTALLED I 0 SHIELD 10 PLACING THE BLOCK ON THE GRAPHICS CARD 11 ATTACHING THE BLOCK TO THE GRAPHICS CARD 11 ATTACHING THE I O SHIELD 12 INSTALLING THE BACKPLATE 13 BACKPLATE DIMENSIONS 13 BACKPLATE COVER DIMENSIONS 13 REQUIRED TOOLS 14 CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS 14 ATTACHING THE BACKPLATE 15 REPLACING THE TERMINAL Optional Step 16 CHECKING FOR CONTACT 17 INSERTING THE GRAPHIC...

Page 4: ... AX1 Screw 4 pcs Allen Key 2 5 mm 1 pc Thermal Pad F 1 0 mm 10 pcs Thermal Grease 1 pc M3x5 Screw 3 pcs M2 5x4 AX1 Screw 4 pcs EK Quantum Vector FE RTX 3080 D RGB Backplate PVC Washer M2 5 4 pcs 120 mm 16 mm EK Plug G1 4 2 pcs Universal Mounting Mechanism You may not need every screw from this package ...

Page 5: ... 5 206 20 mm 99 85 mm 28 60 mm 14 30 mm 35 93 mm 63 93 mm WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS Direct Terminal Throughout Terminal 196 20 mm 206 20 mm 99 85 mm 35 93 mm 63 93 mm 28 60 mm ...

Page 6: ...D Count 20 D RGB Connector Standard 3 Pin 5V Data Blocked Ground PLEXI INSERT JET PLATE MAIN O RING 132 x 2 mm D RGB LED TERMINAL O RING 12 x 1 5 mm I O BRACKET M3 x 5 DIN7991 EK BADGE M2 5 x 7 AX1 SCREW M3 x 12 DIN7991 SCREW M3 x 11 DIN7991 SCREW FC TERMINAL DIRECT STANDOFF M3 5 x 2 5 BACKPLATE COVER M4 x 24 5 DIN7984 SCREW TOP PLATE TOP PLATE BACKPLATE COLDPLATE ...

Page 7: ...ng the EK Quantum Vector FE RTX 3080 water block onto your graphics card STEP 2 CLEANING THE PCB Carefully detach the original stock cooler after removing all screws that are securing it to the board 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 ...

Page 8: ...he thermal pad before installation Replacement thermal pads 10x Thermal Pad F 1 0mm 120 x 16 mm EAN 3830046996732 STEP 1 Thermal Pad F 1 0 mm 120 x 16 mm CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS 120mm 16 mm 1 mm STEP 2 STEP 2 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 T...

Page 9: ...ve or uneven application of thermal grease may lead to poor performance STEP 1 APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND For this Step you will need For this Step you will need INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK STEP 1 REMOVING THE STOCK BACKPLATE Carefully unscrew four 4 preinstalled backplate screws M2 5 X 7 AX1 and remove the backplate as shown in the picture Save the screws and backplate for later use STEP 1 M2 5 x 7...

Page 10: ... use For this Step you will need For this Step you will need STEP 2 REMOVING THE STOCK BACKPLATE COVER After removing the backplate unscrew the three 3 backplate cover screws as shown in the picture using the enclosed Allen Key 2 mm and take off the backplate cover Save the screws and cover for later use STEP 2 STEP 3 M3 x 12 DIN 7991 M3 x 5 SCREW BACKPLATE COVER Allen Key 2 0 mm Phillips Head Scr...

Page 11: ...ps Pay attention not to use too much force when pressing the block down to the PCB since chip dies are prone to cracking STEP 4 For this Step you will need M 2 5 PVC Washer 4 pcs M2 5 x 4 AX1 Screw 4 pcs Phillips Head Screwdriver 4 mm STEP 5 M2 5 x 4 AX1 SCREW M2 5 PVC WASHER STEP 5 ATTACHING THE BLOCK TO THE GRAPHICS CARD Use four 4 M2 5 X 4 AX1 screws and M2 5 PVC washers as shown in the image T...

Page 12: ...rews 3 pcs Phillips Head Screwdriver STEP 6 I O SHIELD M3 x 5 SCREW STEP 6 ATTACHING THE I O SHIELD Take the stored screws and I O shield after attaching the water block Attach them on to the water block as shown in the picture Do not use excessive force ...

Page 13: ... 13 INSTALLING THE BACKPLATE 179 30 mm 99 85 mm 4 mm 70 25 mm 99 85 mm 9 20 mm BACKPLATE DIMENSIONS BACKPLATE COVER DIMENSIONS ...

Page 14: ...provideyouwith more than an adequate quantity of thermal pads to complete this Step CAUTION You must remove the protective foil from both sides of the thermal pad before installation Thermal Pad F 1 0 mm 120 x 16 mm CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS 120mm 16 mm 1 mm Once cut to size thermal pads should be placed on the backplate as shown in the image Thermal Pad F 1 0 mm ...

Page 15: ...evenly with a Allen Key 2mm Do not use excessive force For this Step you will need Allen Key 2 0 mm M3 x 12 DIN7991 Screw 3 pcs STEP 2 STEP 1 Place the backplate on the PCB and make sure all holes are aligned Position an M2 5 x 7 AX1 screw in each of the three 4 mounting holes as shown in the image and tighten them evenly with a Phillips Head Screwdriver STEP 1 M2 5 x 7 AX1 SCREW BACKPLATE For thi...

Page 16: ...h the enclosed 2 5mm Allen Key Remove the stock terminal Save the screws and terminal O Rings for later For this Step you will need STEP 2 Before you attach the new terminal make sure that terminal gaskets are placed inside holes on the coldplate as shown in the picture Allen Key 2 5 mm Terminal Gasket 2 pcs STEP 1 STEP 2 TERMINAL GASKETS TERMINAL O RING M4 x 24 5 DIN7984 SCREW FC TERMINAL For thi...

Page 17: ...crews CHECKING FOR CONTACT If necessary temporarily remove the water block to check for uniform surface contact between the block and components Pay special attention to the VRM section of the graphics card Check whether the water block makes contact with the intended integrated circuit Then repeat Steps from the previous section to re attach the block In case you fail to obtain good contact pleas...

Page 18: ...ly that might damage your card or water block 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 You can use any opening as an inlet outlet port EK recommends using EK fittings with all EK ...

Page 19: ...he coolant leaks fix the issue and repeat the testing process To prevent possible damage please ensure that all hardware is dry before the system is powered on TESTING THE LOOP CONNECTING THE D RGB LED STRIP STEP 1 Plug the 4 pin D RGB connector from the GPU water block to the D RGB Header on your motherboard or controller The LED strip will work only if the pin layout on the header is as follows ...

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