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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q
Is this kit, namely the water block, compatible with nar-
row server type LGA-2011 motherboard? How about old-
er LGA-1366 and -755?
A: Narrow server type LGA-2011 is not supported by
default – a Mounting plate Supremacy LGA-2011
Narrow ILM [EAN: 3830046990600] is manda-
tory to install this water block on narrow server type
LGA-2011 motherboards. Replacing the mounting
plate requires disassembly of the water block.
LGA-1366 and LGA-775 owners should follow the installation man-
ual for installation on AMD® socket motherboards. However it is re-
quired to remove the inner core of the CPU backplate rubber gasket.
This is true for both scenarios.
Q
How many water blocks can you add to the loop?
A: The EK-KIT SLIM liquid cooling unit can be upgraded with sev-
eral additional parts. However in order to keep performance at a
reasonable level it is recommended not to upgrade EK-KIT SLIM
with no more than:
- one (1) GPU water blocks (EK-KIT S240)
- two (2) GPU water blocks (EK-KIT S360)
The pump itself can manage the restriction of having up to 4 GPU
water blocks however the loop has to be extended with an additional
radiator units.
Additional radiator can also be attached to the loop and is very rec-
ommended should a user wish to install more than 2 additional GPU
water blocks.
Q
What flow rates are to be expected with EK-KIT SLIM?
A: This kit typically operates at about 180L/h.
Installing a typical GPU water block typically drop flow rates from 180L/h to about
160L/h. Adding two water blocks would result in flow rates of about 145L/h in the
same scenario.
For best performance it is recommended to run the pump at 100% duty cycle in
order to maintain highest flow rates (and thus thermal performance) when run-
ning more than one additional water block.
Q
Can the Push-Pull Fan configuration be used with EK-KIT S?
A: Yes, this kit can take accommodate additional fans on the bottom side and
thus work in push-pull regime. However, the required mounting screws are
not enclosed and must be purchased separately. In order to prevent dam-
age to the unit please use the UNC 6-32 30mm screws with standard
120x120x25mm fans!
The required set of UNC 6-32 x 30mm screws can be purchased
through EK Webshop and EK Partner Reseller Network.
Q
Is it possible to ‘daisy-chain’ the enclosed PWM splitter?
A: Yes, the enclosed PWM splitter allows for daisy-chaining of additional PWM
splitter cables, such as EK-Cable Y-Splitter 2-Fan PWM (10cm) [EAN:
3831109867860], as long as the total power draw does not exceed 12W (1A
on +12VDC) - the limit of KK 254 4-pin fan header on the motherboard.
