EK-Quantum AM5 User manual

USER GUIDE
EK-Quantum
Magnitude Upgrade Kit - AM5

Please note the installation of the product is intended to be undertaken
by an adequately trained and experienced person. You are installing the
product at your own risk. If you are not properly trained or experienced or
feel unsure about the installation procedure, please refrain from installing
the product yourself and contact our tech support for assistance. We
disclaim our liability for any damages to the product as well as incidental,
consequential, or indirect damages incurred due to improper or
inappropriate installation.
Before you start using this product, please follow these basic guidelines:
Please carefully read the manual before beginning the
installation process.
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 corrosion inhibiting coolants is always recommended
for liquid cooling systems, and mandatory for nickel-plated
water blocks.
Do not use pure distilled water! For best results, EK recommends
the use of EK-Cryo Fuel coolants.
Make sure to thoroughly bleed air out of your water block, or
you will not reach optimal performance.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BOX CONTENTS 4
PREPARING THE AM4 WATER BLOCK FOR UPGRADE 4
PREPARING THE AM5 MOTHERBOARD 5
INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK 7
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP 9
TESTING THE LOOP 9
WARRANTY 10
SUPPORT AND SERVICE 11
SOCIAL MEDIA 11

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BOX CONTENTS
Allen Key 2.5 mm (1 pc) AM5 Mounting Standoff (4 pcs)
STEP 1
BAC KP L ATE
RUBBER
PREPARING THE AM4 WATER BLOCK FOR UPGRADE
Important! Before starting, make sure to have a clean, flat
surface to work on. It is recommended to put foam or soft
material to lay a motherboard on.
STEP 1
If the EK-Quantum Magnitude AM4 water block is already installed,
unscrew four (4) mounting screws using Allen Key 2.5 mm to detach
it (As shown in the picture). Save the parts for later use.
MOUNTING
SCREW
BAC KP L ATE
MOUNTING
SPRING
MOUNTING
STA NDO F F

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STEP 2
Clean the CPU cold plate using a non-abrasive cloth or Q-tip.
STEP 2
NON-ABRASIVE
CLOTH
CLEAN
STEP 1
Using a Philips-head screwdriver remove the four UNC 6-32 screws
securing the original plastic hold-down clamps around the socket as
shown in the illustration. Remove the hold-down clamps and store
them away.
PREPARING THE AM5 MOTHERBOARD
UNC 6-32 SCREW
HOLD-DOWN
CLAMPS
STEP 1

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STEP 2
Cleaning the CPU: Wipe the IHS clean using a non-abrasive cloth or
Q-tip as shown in the illustration.
STEP 2
IHS
NON-ABRASIVE CLOTH
STEP 3
Applying thermal compound: Apply the enclosed 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
in thickness over the entire surface of the IHS.
The excessive or uneven application of thermal grease
may lead to poor performance!
STEP 3
Thermal Grease
For this step, you will need:

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STEP 1
Loosely install all four (4) provided AM5 Mounting Standoffs before
proceeding to tighten them completely. Using pliers or similar tools
is not recommended.
STEP 1
INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK
STEP 2
STEP 2
Position the AM4 CPU Water Block onto the AM5 Mounting
standoffs. Make sure to align the holes (as shown in the picture).
Make sure to double-check the layer of the Thermal Grease before
placing the water block onto the motherboard.
CPU WATER
BLOCK
AM5 MOUNTING
STA NDO F F

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STEP 3
Insert all four (4) saved Springs inside the Frame.
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 4
Loosely insert all four (4) saved Screws before proceeding to tighten them
(using Allen Key 2.5 mm) two revolutions at once in a cross pattern. Stop
when every Screw is flush with its hole inside the Frame!
MOUNTING
SCREW
MOUNTING
SPRING

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STEP 1
Plug the 3-pin connector from the water block’s D-RGB LED light to
the DRGB HEADER on the motherboard. The LED will work if the pin
layout on the header is as follows: +5V, Digital, empty, Ground.
Please ensure that the arrow indicated on the connector is
plugged into the +5V line as indicated on your motherboard.
If you put the LED Diode to the 12V RGB HEADER you
can damage the LEDs. Failure to do so will damage your
motherboard or LED strip.
D-RGB HEADER
RGB HEADER
STEP 1
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP
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

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Our products are warranted against defects of materials and
quality for a period of 24 months, starting with the date of
delivery to the end-user. During this period, products will be
repaired or have parts replaced at our discretion, provided
that 1) the product is returned to the agent from whom it was
purchased; 2) the product has been purchased by the end-user
and has not been used for commercial purposes; 3) the product
has not been misused, handled carelessly, or used in a manner
other than the way described 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 sealed
with a warranty-voiding circular label, proving the water block
has withstood a pressure leak test. Removing the label will void
the leak-free guarantee, but not the guarantee on the product
itself. Any other RMA issues can be reported to EK Customer
Support at www.ekwb.com/support for further analysis.
WARRANTY