EK-Quantum Vector2 Strix RTX 3080 D-RGB User manual

USER GUIDE
GPU WATER BLOCK
EK-Quantum
Vector² Trio RTX 4080 D-RGB

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:
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 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-CryoFuel
coolants! To reach optimal performance, make sure to
thoroughly bleed the air out of your water block!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BOX CONTENTS 4
WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS 5
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS 6
NICKEL PLEXI 6
PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD 7
REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER 7
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Suprim X 24G 7
PREPARING THE WATER BLOCK FOR INSTALLATION 8
CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS 9
APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND 10
ATTACHING THE WATER BLOCK 10
INSTALLING THE BACKPLATE 12
ATTACHING THE BACKPLATE 13
INSERTING THE GRAPHICS CARD INTO THE CHASSIS 13
FITTINGS AND TUBING 14
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP 14
TESTING THE LOOP 15
WARRANTY 15
SUPPORT AND SERVICE 16
SOCIAL MEDIA 16

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Thermal Grease (1 pc)
BOX CONTENTS
4 mm
8 mm
10 mm
EK-Loop Multi Allen Key (1 pc)
Allen Key 2 mm (1 pc)
Allen Key 2.5 mm (1 pc)
M2.5x8 AX1 Screw (1 pc)
M3x10 AX1 Screw (1 pc)
EK-Quantum Vector2Trio RTX
4080 D-RGB
M2.5x4 AX1 Screw (9 pcs)
Polyamid Washer M2.5 0.5mm (9 pcs)
Standoff Ø4.5/2.5 (1 pc)
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)
Terminal OR - Vector
2
14x1 mm (2 pcs)
EAN: 106080
EAN: 106046
Thermal Pad F 1.0 mm (5 pcs)
(3830046996732)
Thermal Pad G 2.0 mm (2 pcs)
(3830046996794)
Thermal PAD G 1.0 mm (4 pcs)
(3830046996770)
120 mm
16 mm
120 mm
24 mm
120 mm
24 mm

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WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS
307 mm
95.5 mm
123.5 mm
142.5 mm
133 mm
155 mm
27 mm
25.5 mm

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS
NICKEL PLEXI
- Dimensions: (L x H x W): 307 x 155 x 27 mm
- D-RGB LED count: 15
- D-RGB cable length: 50 cm
- D-RGB connector 3-pin 5V digital LED header
(Pinout: +5V | Data | Blocked | Ground)
Position EAN Description Quantity
1106164 Coldplate (Ni) 1
2106063 Top plate (Plexi) 1
3106069 LED Cover (N. Elox) 1
4103971 Stand out (Acetal) 1
5103964 Mylar sticker 2
6100663 EK - Badge 2
78208 Screw M3 x 8 7991DIN 2
8103947 FC Terminal (Acetal) 1
9104106 Terminal OR - 14 x 1 mm 2
10 104216 Disc magnet 3 x 3 2
11 103942 Terminal Badge 1
12 8311 Screw M4 x 20 DIN7984 3
13 103988 Standoff M4-M2.5 x 3 mm 4
14 103987 Standoff M3.5-M2.5 x 3 mm 4
15 103986 Standoff M3.5-M2.5 x 11.3 mm 7
16 9024 Screw M4 x 10 DIN7984 15
17 106077 Main OR - 160 x 2 mm 1
18 103962 Plexi insert 1
19 106167 Backplate (B. Elox) 1
20 104188 Standoff 4.5/2,5 8
21 104187 Screw M2.5 x 8 AX1 8
22 106081 PCB cardboard 1
23 101556 LED D-RGB strip 500/300 mm 1
11
14
6
12
4
7
15
1
19
18
16 10
5
8
9
20
13
2
22
23
3
17
21

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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 the graphics card on.
REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Suprim X 24G
STEP 1
First, remove twelve (12) screws
from the backside ofthe Stockcooler
(using a Phillips head screwdriver)
and detach the backplate. After
removing the backplate, additional
(4) blue-marked screws must be
removed to detach the retention
bracket.
PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD
STEP 2
Five (5) screws must be removed to detach the I/O Bracket. Save the
I/O Bracket for later use.
Lastly, one (1) blue-marked screw must be removed. Unplug the
connectors and remove the stock cover from the GPU PCB.
STEP 1
STEP 2
Phillips Head Screwdriver
For this step, you will need:
Phillips Head Screwdriver
For this step, you will need:
RETENTION BRACKET
I/O BRACKET

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Phillips Head Screwdriver
PREPARING THE WATER BLOCK FOR INSTALLATION
STEP 1
Unscrew eight (8) Screws AX1 M2.5 x 8 mm. Remove the backplate
together with the Screws and backplate standoffs. Standoffs must stay
on Screws AX1 M2.5 x 8 mm. Remove the PCB cardboard. Save the
removed parts 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 M2.5 x 8 screws. Do not
push the standoff onto the screw AX1 M2.5 x 8 mm.
STEP 1
For this step, you will need:
BACK PL AT E
M2.5 x 8 AX1
BACK PL AT E S TAN DO FF
DO NOT REMOVE
STANDOFFS
FROM SCREWS!
PCB
CARDBOARD

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Thermal Pad F – 1.0 mm (120 x 16 mm)
120 mm
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)
120 mm
24 mm
2 mm
CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS
STEP 1
The GPU water block comes with thermal pads that have to be cut
into smaller pieces to cover all the VRM components, such as COILs,
MOSFETs, and drivers.
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 24 mm) EAN: 3830046996770
Thermal Pad G 2.0 mm – (120 x 24 mm) EAN: 3830046996794
STEP 2
Once cut to the size, Thermal Pads should be placed on the PCB, as
shown in the picture.
STEP 2
Thermal Pad - 120 x 16 x 1.0 mm
F1
STEP 1

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Thermal Grease
STEP 1
Apply the enclosed thermal grease (thermal compound) on the
GPU 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!
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 the
mounting holes of the PCB with the holes of the water block.
Pay attention not to use too much force when pressing
the block down to the PCB since chip dies are prone
to cracking.
Before attaching the PCB to the Water Block, make sure
all the Thermal Pads are placed correctly!
STEP 1
STEP 1

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STEP 2
Use seven (7) M2.5 x 4 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. After securing the GPU PCB, reuse
the I/O Bracket and tighten it with the one (1) M2.5 x 4 AX1 Screw
and N2.5 Nut.
Screws must be present in the places marked on the picture.
STEP 2
M2.5 x 4 AX1 SCREW + M2.5 NUT
M 2.5 Nut
(1 pc)
For this step, you will need:
Polyamide Washer
(7 pcs)
M2.5 x 4 AX1
Screw (8 pcs)
I/O Bracket
Phillips Head
Screwdriver
4 mm

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STEP 2
Apply the thermal pads onto the Backplate as shown in the image.
STEP 2
INSTALLING THE BACKPLATE
STEP 1
After attaching the water block, a few more thermal pads need to be
cut into smaller pieces to cover all the necessary components. EK
made sure to provide you with more than an adequate quantity of
thermal pads to complete this step.
CAUTION: 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 24 mm) EAN: 3830046996770
Thermal Pad G 2.0 mm – (120 x 24 mm) EAN: 3830046996794
STEP 1
Thermal Pad - 120 x 24 x 2.0 mm
G2
G2
G2
G2
G1
G1
G1G1 G1 G1G1
G1
Thermal Pad F – 1.0 mm (120 x 16 mm)
120 mm
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)
120 mm
24 mm
2 mm
Thermal Pad - 120 x 24 x 1.0 mm
G1

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For this step, you will need:
Phillips Head Screwdriver
ATTACHING THE BACKPLATE
STEP 1
STEP 1
Position the backplate (including screws and standoffs) onto the
GPU PCB. Make sure all the holes are aligned. Tighten the screws
evenly.
Before attaching the backplate, make sure all the Thermal Pads
are placed correctly!
Do not use excessive force!
INSERTING THE GRAPHICS 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 damage your card or water block.
BACK PL AT E

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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
FITTINGS AND TUBING
Screw in two (2) G1/4 threaded male fittings. Attach the liquid
cooling tubes and connect the water block to the cooling loop.
Do not forget to plug the remaining 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!
TUBING
EK- PLUG G1/4
EK-FITTING
For this step, you will need:
EK-Loop Multi Allen Key

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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 instruction’s 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
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

In case you need assistance or wish to order spare parts or a new
mounting mechanism, please contact:
https://www.ekwb.com/customer-support/
For spare parts orders, refer to the page 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
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