EK-Quantum Vector Strix RTX 3080 Backplate User manual

USER GUIDE
EK-Quantum
Vector Strix RTX 3080/3080Ti/3090 Active Backplate

This product is intended for installation by expert users only. Please
consult with a qualified technician. Improper installation may result
in damage to your equipment. EK assumes no liability whatsoever,
expressed or implied, for the use of this product or its installation. The
following instructions are subject to change without notice. Please, read
the manual carefully before beginning with the installation process. For
updates, you can visit our official website www.ekwb.com.
Before you start using this product, please follow these basic guidelines:
Carefully read the manual before beginning with 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).
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 to bleed air out of your water block thoroughly in
order to reach optimal performance.
EK only guarantees compatibility with included EK-brand
thermal pads. Installation process, cooling performance and
block contacts are tested exclusively with EK-brand thermal
pads. Listed thermal pad thicknesses apply only to thermal
pads included in the package.
EK does not guarantee compatibility with aftermarket
alternatives for thermal interface material.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BOX CONTENTS 4
ACTIVE BACKPLATE DIMENSIONS 5
REQUIRED TOOLS 5
ACTIVE BACKPLATE SPECIFICATIONS AND MAIN PARTS 6
INSTALLING THE ACTIVE BACKPLATE 7
PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD 7
CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS 9
REMOVING THE TERMINAL METAL PLATE 12
ATTACHING THE ACTIVE BACKPLATE 12
INSTALLING FITTINGS AND TUBING 14
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP 14
TESTING THE LOOP 15
SUPPORT AND SERVICE 16
SOCIAL MEDIA 16

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M2.5x8 AX1 Screw (8 pcs) M2.5x8 AX1 Screw - Nickel (8 pcs)
120 mm
16 mm
120 mm
16 mm
8 mm 8 mm
120 mm
24 mm
BOX CONTENTS
Allen Key 2.5 mm (1 pc)EK-Quantum Vector Strix RTX 3080/3080Ti/3090 Active Backplate Thermal PAD F 1.0 mm - (120x16mm) (3 pcs)
Thermal Pad G 1.5 mm - (120x24mm) (1 pc) Thermal PAD F 2.0 mm - (120x16mm) (5 pcs)
Universal Mounting Mechanism – You may not need all the
screws, mounting mechanism is universal!

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ACTIVE BACKPLATE DIMENSIONS
281 mm
129 mm
165 mm
194 mm
142 mm
154 mm
6.20 mm
33.30 mm
Phillips Head Screwdriver Scissors
REQUIRED TOOLS

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ACTIVE BACKPLATE SPECIFICATIONS AND MAIN PARTS
Technical Specifications:
Dimensions (L x H x W): 281 x 154 x 33.3 mm
D-RGB (Addressable RGB) Cable Length: 500 mm
D-RGB LED Count: 9(Plexi Version)
D-RGB Connector: Standard 3-Pin (+5V, Data, Blocked, Ground)
AB TERMINAL
TOP PL ATE (PLE XI/ACETAL)
ALU BAC KP L ATE
COLDPLATE (NICKEL)
EK BADGE
D-RGB LED STRIP
(OPTIONAL)
M2.5 x 6 AX1 SCREW
TERMINAL METAL PLATE
M4 x 27 DIN7984 SCREW
TERMINAL O-RING 15 x 1 mm
M4 x 8 DIN7984 SCREW
ACE TAL S TANDOUT
MAIN O-RING
142 x 2 mm

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INSTALLING THE ACTIVE BACKPLATE
STEP 1
PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD
First, complete the installation of your EK-Quantum Vector Strix RTX
3080/3080Ti/3090 water block according to its installation manual.
In case the water block is already installed, remove the six (6) AX1
screws and their PVC washers, as shown in the image.
Phillips Head Screwdriver
For this Step, you will need:

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EK-Quantum Vector Strix RTX 3080/3080Ti/3090 Active Backplate
comes with its own terminal, meaning the original terminal, along
with two (2) 15 x 1 O-rings, on the EK-Quantum Vector Strix
3080/3080Ti/3090 water block has to be removed.
Unscrew the three (3) M4 x 27 DIN7984 screws and detach the
terminal from the water block.
The procedure of terminal detachment is shown in the image.
Attention!
In case the EK-Quantum Vector Strix 3080/3080Ti/3090
water block is already filled with coolant, empty the
content of the water block before continuing with this
step. Be careful that the coolant that remained in the
water block does not come in contact with the GPU!
M4 x 27 DIN7984
SCREW
FC TERMINAL
OR 15 x 1 mm
STEP 1
Allen Key 2.5 mm
For this Step, you will need:

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STEP 2
CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS
Your backplate comes with thermal pads that have to be cut into
smaller pieces to cover all the VRM components. EK made sure to
provide you with more than an adequate quantity of thermal pads to
complete this Step-s.
Replacement thermal pads:
Thermal PAD F 1.0 mm – (120 x 16 mm) – EAN: 3830046996732
Thermal PAD G 1.5 mm – (120 x 24 mm) – EAN: 3830046996787
Thermal PAD F 2.0 mm – (120 x 16 mm) – EAN: 3830046996756
EK only guarantees compatibility with included EK-brand
thermal pads. Installation process, cooling performance
and block contacts are tested exclusively with EK-brand
thermal pads. Listed thermal pad thicknesses apply only
to thermal pads included in the package.
EK does not guarantee compatibility with aftermarket
alternatives for thermal interface material.
STEP 2
120 mm
24 mm
1.5 mm
Thermal PAD G 1.5 mm (120 x 24 mm)
1 mm
120 mm
16 mm
Thermal PAD F 1.0 mm (120 x 16 mm)
2 mm
120 mm
16 mm
Thermal PAD F 2.0 mm (120 x 16 mm)

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STEP 3
Once cut to size, thermal pads should be placed on the backplate/
PCB, as illustrated below.
First, place the thermal pads on to the PCB as illustatrated.
3080/3080Ti Version
Thermal Pad F 1 mm
Thermal Pad F 1 mm + Thermal Pad F 2.0 mm
Thermal Pad G 1.5 mm + Thermal Pad F 1 mm
Thermal Pad F 2.0 mm
F1
F1+F 2
F1+F 2
F1+F 2
F1
F1
F1+F 2
G1.5 +F1
G1.5 +F1
F2
F2
After placing the thermal pads on to the PCB, few more needs to be
placed on to the Backplate, as illustrated.
3080/3080Ti Version
STEP 3
Thermal Pad G 1.5 mm
Thermal Pad F 2 mm
G1.5
G1.5
G1.5
F2
F2 F2