ekwb EK-FB ASUS Z 170S Monoblock User manual

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This product is intended for installation only by expert users. Please consult with a qualified technician for installation. Improper installation may result in damage to your equipment. EK Water Blocks assumes no
liability whatsoever, expressed or implied, for the use of these products, nor their installation. The following instructions are subject to change without notice. Please visit our web site at www.ekwb.com for updates.
Before installation of this product please read important notice, disclosure and warranty conditions printed on the back of the box.
Before you start using this product please follow these basic guidelines:
1. Please carefully read the manual before through before beginning with the installation process!
2. Please remove your motherboard from the computer to assure safest mounting process in order to prevent any possible damages to your CPU and/or motherboard’s circuit board (PCB).
3. The EK-HFB and EK-ACF type 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.
4. The use of quality, market proved corrosion inhibiting coolants is always strongly recommended for any liquid cooling system.
STEP 1: GENERAL INFORMATION Sample photo of ASUS Sabertooth Z170 S motherboard
BAG CONTENT: Bag content is universal for all water blocks, you may not need all screws.
M4x8 DIN7984 M2.5x5 AX1 M4 PVC washer M2.5 PVC washer
5pcs 5pcs 5pc 10pcs
Thermal grease 2,5mm Allen key
1pc 1pc
Intentionaly left blank
STEP 1: PREPARING YOUR MOTHERBOARD
STEP 2: PREPARING YOUR MOTHERBOARD
REMOVING STOCK COOLER. Remove all encircled screws. There are 4 screws on
the back of the motherboard that need to be removed in order to remove the factory
installed MOSFET heat pipe cooling solution. Additional 2 screws need to be removed
to remove the plastic I/O . Please store the removed material away for later use.
1. APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND. Apply thermal compound on CPU heat
spreader (IHS) - see sample photo on right with enclosed EK-TIM Ectotherm
thermal grease.
The quantity of about two rice grains is just about right. There is no need to cover
the whole IHS. Applying too much thermal grease will have negative impact on
the cooling performance!
2.. CUTTING THERMAL PADS. Your block comes with thermal pads which needs to be trimmed in order to fit the voltage regulation area (MOSFET) on the
motherboard’s circuit board. WARNING: DIMENSIONS ON PICTURES BELOW ARE SCALED.
Replacement thermal pads @ EKWB web shop:
Thermal PAD F 1mm - (120x16mm)[EAN: 3830046996732]
Thermal PAD F 0.5mm - (120x16mm)[EAN: 3830046996725]
Do not remove
the PCH (SB)
Cooler!
Installation manual for EK-FB ASUS Z 170S Monoblock water block
1. Thermal pad F–1.0mm
(for mosfets):
CPU socket
Z170 PCH (SB)
Mosfets

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STEP 3: PLACING THE BLOCK ON TO MOTHERBOARD
PLACING THE BLOCK ON THE MOTHERBOARD. Place the EK-FB ASUS Z170S Monoblock series water block gently to the motherboard or vice versa (as shown on photo
below). Make sure that mounting holes are aligned. Do not to forget to install four (4) M2.5 PVC washers under marked standoffs on the picture below. You can adhere
them to the standoffs using a small amount of thermal grease.
STEP 4: ATTACHING BLOCK ON TO THE MOTHERBOARD
Prior to fastening the screws please make sure the mounting holes on the
motherboard’s circuit board are aligned with the water block.
A) Mosfet part: Use four (4) M2,5x5 AX1 screws with PVC washers. Tighten the
screws evenly. Do not use excessive force when tightening the screws!
B) CPU part: Use four (4) M4x8 DIN7984 with screws and washers.
Tighten the screws using enclosed 2.5mm Allen key.
Use the enclosed screws and washers as shown in picture below:
For the EK-FB ASUS Z170S Monoblock series water block to operate properly the G1/4
port nearest to the right edge of the water block MUST BE USED AS THE INLET
PORT. EK recommends the use of EK-ACF fittings. When using fittings other than EK-
ACF series please use hose clamps or appropriate substitute to secure the tubing to
the barb. The use of biocide containing and corrosion inhibiting coolant is always
recommended for any liquid cooling system.
REQUIRED TOOLS AND MOUNTING SCREWS:
Scissors Philips screwdriver Allen key
Place the M2.5 PVC
washers under
marked standoffs!
Tubing
IMPORTANT: USE
THIS OPENING AS
AN INLET PORT!
M2,5x5 AX1 screws
PVC washer
M4x8 screws
3. PLACING THERMAL PADS ON MOTHERBOARD. Place thermal pads
on PCB as shown on the picture
PLEASE REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE FOIL FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE
THERMAL PADS PRIOR TO INSTALLATION!
Place 1mm thermal pads in larger strips over
marked areas and make sure all mosfet chips
are covered.
Place 0,5mm thermal pads in larger strips over
inductor coils and make sure all the cubes are
covered.