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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

.

Incorrect installation or installation to a wrong header can 
damage the LED strip or the header itself!

STEP 1

D-RGB HEADER

RGB HEADER

To make sure the installation of EK components was successful, we 
recommend you perform a leak test for 24 hours. When your loop 
is complete and filled with coolant, connect the pump to a PSU 
outside of your system. Do not connect power to any of the other 
components. Turn on the PSU and let the pump run continuously. 
It is normal for the coolant level to drop during this process as air 
collects in the distribution plate. Inspect all parts of the loop, and 
in the eventuality that coolant leaks, fix the issue and repeat the 
testing process. Ensure that all hardware is dry before the system is 
powered on in order to prevent any damage.

TESTING THE LOOP

Summary of Contents for Vector2 FTW3 RTX 3080 D-RGB

Page 1: ...USER GUIDE GPU WATER BLOCK EK Quantum Vector FTW3 RTX 3080 90 D RGB ...

Page 2: ...sefollowthesebasicguidelines Carefully read the manual before beginning the installation process Remove your graphics card from the computer for the safest mounting process to prevent any possible damage to your GPU or its circuit board PCB The EK Fittings require only a small amount of force to screw them firmly in place since the liquid seal is ensured by the rubber O ring gaskets The use of cor...

Page 3: ...ANING THE PCB 8 PREPARING THE WATER BLOCK FOR INSTALLATION 9 CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS 10 APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND 11 ATTACHING THE WATER BLOCK 11 INSTALLING THE BACKPLATE 13 ATTACHING THE BACKPLATE TO THE WATER BLOCK 15 INSERTING THE GRAPHICS CARD INTO THE CHASSIS 15 FITTINGS AND TUBING 16 CONNECTING THE D RGB LED STRIP 17 TESTING THE LOOP 17 WARRANTY 18 SUPPORT AND SERVICE 19 SOCIAL MEDI...

Page 4: ...al Pad G 2 0 mm 4 pcs Thermal Grease 1 pc M2 5x8 AX1 Screw 1 pc M3x10 AX1 Screw 1 pc EK Quantum Vector2 FTW3 RTX 3080 90 D RGB M2 5x4 AX1 Screw 8 pcs Polyamid Washer M2 5 0 5mm 8 pcs 120 mm 16 mm 120 mm 24 mm 120 mm 24 mm Standoff Ø4 5 2 5 1 pc MS Quantum Plug 2 pcs EK Plug Out Spludger Tool 1 pc Standoff M2 5 M3 x 6 6mm 1 pc Nut M2 5 2 pcs EAN 104905 EAN 104549 ...

Page 5: ... 5 WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS 328 5 mm 95 5 mm 123 5 mm 142 5 mm 155 mm 27 mm 3 mm ...

Page 6: ...n gasket 1 7 103988 Standoff M4 M2 5 x 3mm 4 8 103987 Standoff M3 5 M2 5 x 3 4 9 103986 Standoff M3 5 M2 5 x 11 3mm 8 10 9024 Screw M4x10 DIN7984 14 11 104106 Terminal gasket 14x1 mm 2 12 103947 Terminal 1 13 104216 Disc magnet 3x3 2 14 103942 Terminal Badge 1 15 8311 Screw M4x20 DIN7984 3 16 103971 Acetal Stand Out 1 17 8208 Screw M3x8 7991DIN 2 18 103964 Mylar sticker 2 19 104138 LED cover 1 20 ...

Page 7: ...103987 Standoff M3 5 M2 5 x 3 4 9 103986 Standoff M3 5 M2 5 x 11 3mm 8 10 9024 Screw M4x10 DIN7984 14 11 104106 Terminal gasket 14x1 mm 2 12 103947 FC Terminal 1 13 104216 Disc magnet 3x3 2 14 103942 Terminal Badge 1 15 8311 Screw M4x20 DIN7984 3 16 103974 TOP Acetal Stand Out 1 17 100663 EK Badge 2 18 104187 Screw M2 5x8 AX1 8 19 104188 Standoff fi 4 5 2 5 8 20 103968 TOP Acetal Light Guide 1 21 ...

Page 8: ...r and disconnect the four cables connecting the stock cooler to the PCB Always remove the stock cooler slowly and with uniform force it might be firmly glued to the PCB with thermal pads STEP 2 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 recommen...

Page 9: ...emove cardboard Save the backplate set for later steps Do not remove standoffs from screws In case the standoff detaches from the screw replace it with a spare one When replacing the standoff make sure that you screw it on the AX1 M2 5x8 screw Do not push the standoff onto the screw AX1 M2 5x8 STEP 1 For this step you will need Phillips Head Screwdriver M2 5 x 8 AX1 BACKPLATE STANDOFF DO NOT REMOV...

Page 10: ...996732 Thermal Pad G 1 0 mm 120 x 24mm EAN 3830046996770 Thermal Pad G 2 0 mm 120 x 24mm EAN 3830046996794 For this step you will need Scissors STEP 1 Thermal Pad F 1 0 mm 120 x 16 mm 120mm 16 mm 1 mm Thermal Pad G 1 0 mm 120 x 24 mm 120 mm 24 mm 1 0 mm Thermal Pad G 2 0 mm 120 x 24 mm 120mm 24 mm 2 mm STEP 2 The cardboard is printed in scale 1 1 Cut Thermal Pads to the size printed on the cardboa...

Page 11: ...or uneven application of thermal grease may lead to poor performance STEP 1 APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND For this step you will need ATTACHING THE WATER BLOCK 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 Before attaching the PCB to the Water Block make s...

Page 12: ...x4 AX1 Screws and PVC washers to tighten the PCB on the water block Tighten the screws evenly using the Phillips head screwdriver EK recommends you start tightening the screws around the GPU core first and then continuing outward to prevent damage to the GPU Always use a plastic washer under each screw STEP 2 M2 5 x 4 AX1 SCREW M2 5 PVC WASHER ...

Page 13: ...AUTION You must remove the protective foil from both sides of the thermal pad before installation Replacement thermal pads Thermal Pad F 1 0 mm 120 x 16 mm EAN 3830046996732 Thermal Pad G 1 0 mm 120 x 24mm EAN 3830046996770 Thermal Pad G 2 0 mm 120 x 24mm EAN 3830046996794 For this step you will need Scissors STEP 1 Thermal Pad F 1 0 mm 120 x 16 mm 120mm 16 mm 1 mm Thermal Pad G 1 0 mm 120 x 24 mm...

Page 14: ...hermal pads onto the backplate as shown in the image Thermal Pad 120 x 24 x 1 0 mm G1 Thermal Pad 120 x 24 x 2 0 mm G2 STEP 1 3090 G2 G2 G2 G1 G2 G1 G2 G2 G2 G2 G2 G1 G2 G1 Thermal Pad 120 x 24 x 2 0 mm G2 3080 3080Ti ...

Page 15: ...S CARD INTO THE CHASSIS Carefully lift your graphics card with the installed water block and insert it into your PC s motherboard PCI Express expansion slot Please keep in mind that your graphics card is heavier than before it was equipped with the water block You need to be very careful when handling the graphics card Avoid all unnecessary manipulation of the water block assembly that might damag...

Page 16: ...aining two openings using the enclosed EK Plug G1 4 or its equivalent EK recommends using EK fittings with all EK water blocks CAUTION 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 TUBING EK PLUG G1 4 EK FITTING For this step you will need EK Loop Multi Allen Key ...

Page 17: ...mponents was successful we recommend you perform a leak test for 24 hours When your loop is complete and filled with coolant connect the pump to a PSU outside of your system Do not connect power to any of the other components Turn on the PSU and let the pump run continuously It is normal for the coolant level to drop during this process as air collects in the distribution plate Inspect all parts o...

Page 18: ...in the instructions manual This warranty does not confer rights other than those expressly set out above and does not cover any claims for consequential loss or damage This warranty is offered as an extra benefit and does not affect your statutory rights as a consumer This warranty is voided if the product comes in contact with aggressive UV additives or other improper liquids EK water blocks are ...

Page 19: ...ge with TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS where you can find the EAN number of each part you might need Include the EAN number with quantity in your request Mounting Mechanism EAN can be found under BOX CONTENTS Thermal pads are readily available in the EK shop EKWaterBlocks EKWaterBlocks ekwaterblocks ekwaterblocks EKWBofficial SUPPORT AND SERVICE SOCIAL MEDIA ...

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