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USER GUIDE

GPU WATER BLOCK

EK-Quantum 

Vector Strix RTX 3070

Summary of Contents for Vector Strix RTX 3070 Backplate

Page 1: ...USER GUIDE GPU WATER BLOCK EK Quantum Vector Strix RTX 3070 ...

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: ... THE PCB 9 CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS 9 APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND 10 INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK 11 PLACING THE BLOCK ON THE GRAPHICS CARD 11 ATTACHING THE BLOCK TO THE GRAPHICS CARD 11 CHECKING FOR CONTACT 12 INSERTING THE GRAPHICS CARD INTO THE CHASSIS 12 INSTALLATION OF FITTINGS AND TUBING 13 CONNECTING THE D RGB LED STRIP 13 REPLACING THE LED STRIP Optional 14 TESTING THE LOOP 14 SUPPORT ...

Page 4: ... 5x6 AX1 Screw 13 pcs Allen Key 2 5 mm 1 pc Thermal Pad F 1 0 mm 5 pcs Thermal Grease 1 pc M2 5x8 AX1 Screw 2 pcs M2 5x4 AX1 Screw 16 pcs EK Quantum Vector Strix RTX 3070 M2 5 PVC Washers 16 pcs 120 mm 16 mm EK Plug G1 4 2 pcs Mounting mechanism You may not need all the screws mounting mechanism is universal ...

Page 5: ... 5 WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS 293 mm 129 mm 154 mm 142 mm 14 6 mm 16 4 mm Phillips Head Screwdriver Torx T6 Screwdriver Scissors REQUIRED TOOLS ...

Page 6: ...ATE COPPER NICKEL JET PLATE LED D RGB STRIP M4 M2 5x2 5 STANDOFF LONG M4 x 27 DIN7984 SCREW TERMINAL PLEXI ACETAL O RING 15x1 M4 x 8 DIN7984 SCREW EK BADGE STANDOUT BLACK WHITE Technical Specification Dimensions LxHxW 293 x 154 x 16 4 mm D RGB Addressable RGB Cable Length 500 mm D RGB LED Count 12 D RGB Connector Standard 3 Pin 5V Data Blocked Ground ...

Page 7: ...rom 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 Always remove the stock cooler slowly it might be firmly glued to the PCB with thermal pads For this Step you will need Phillips Head Screwdriver Torx T6 Screwdriver STEP 1 ...

Page 8: ...ATE 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 ...

Page 9: ...Thermal Pad F 1 0 mm 120 x 16 mm EAN 3830046996732 STEP 1 Thermal Pad F 1 0 mm 120 x 16 mm 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...

Page 10: ...o complete this Step STEP 1 Apply the enclosed EK TIM Ectotherm thermal grease thermal compound on the CPU 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 STEP 1 APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND For this Step you will need Thermal Pad F 1 0m...

Page 11: ...ach screw For this Step you will need M 2 5 PVC Washer 13 pcs M2 5 x 4 AX1 13 pcs Phillips Head Screwdriver INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK This procedure is the same for all full cover water blocks STEP 1 PLACING THE BLOCK ON THE GRAPHICS CARD 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 wit...

Page 12: ...previous section to re attach the block Incaseyoufailtoobtaingoodcontact pleasecheckagainorcontact our support service at https www ekwb com customer support Carefully lift your graphics card with the installed water block and insert it into your PC s motherboard PCIexpress expansion slot Please keep in mind that your graphics card is heavier than before it was equipped with the water block You ne...

Page 13: ...AUTION When using connectors other than EK fittings pay special attention to the length of the fittings male G1 4 thread 5mm is the maximum G1 4 thread length allowed 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 5V Data Empty Ground Incorrect installati...

Page 14: ...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 REPLACING THE LED STRIP Optional STEP 1 If you want to replace the D RGB LED strip you must remove the three 3 standoffs shown in the picture using a 6mm wrench Remove the stickout and replace the LED strip Once you have re...

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