ekwb EK-FB ASUS Z270/Z370 Strix 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 thoroughly 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 Z270G Strix motherboard
BAG CONTENT: Bag content is universal for all water blocks, you may not need all screws.
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. Please store away the two
factory backplates as they will be reused.
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.
Do not remove
the PCH (SB)
Cooler!
Installation manual for EK-FB ASUS Z270/Z370 Strix Monoblock water block
1. Thermal pad F–1.0mm
(for mosfets):
2.Thermal pad F–0,5mm
(for inductor coils):
Mosfets
CPU socket
Z270 PCH
(SB)

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STEP 3: PLACING THE BLOCK ON TO MOTHERBOARD
STEP 4: ATTACHING BLOCK ON TO THE MOTHERBOARD
PLACING THE BLOCK ON THE MOTHERBOARD. EK-FB ASUS Z270/Z370 Strix
Monoblock series water block gently to the motherboard or vice versa (as shown on
photo below). Make sure that mounting holes are aligned. Place it on factory installed
washers on 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 M2,5x4 AX1 screws. Tighten the screws evenly. Do not
use excessive force when tightening the screws!
B) CPU part: Use four 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:
STEP 5: CONNECTING THE RGB LED STRIP (optional)
For the EK-FB ASUS Z270/Z370 Strix 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
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 (1) in larger
strips over marked area and make
sure all mosfet chips are covered.
Place the 0,5mm thermal pads (2)
on the inductor coils (chokes).
1
1
2
2
M4 PVC Washer
M2.5 PVC Washer
M2.5x4 screws
M4x8 screws
Tubing
IMPORTANT: USE
THIS OPENING AS
AN INLET PORT!
CONNECT THE RGB LED (RGB LED
with 4 wires):
Plug the 4-pin connector from
Monoblock RGB LED strip to the
RGB_HEADER on the motherboard.
Please ensure that the arrow
indicated on the connector is plugged
into the +12V line as indicated on
your motherboard. Failure to do so
will damage your motherboard or
LED strip.
CONNECT THE D-RGB LED (LED with 3
wires):
D-RGB LED is enclosed with your
monoblock. If you swap the LED strip,
plug the 4-pin connector from
Monoblock D-RGB LED strip to the
ADD_HEADER on the motherboard.
Please ensure that the arrow indicated
on the connector is plugged into the
+5V line as indicated on your
motherboard. Failure to do so will
damage your motherboard or LED
strip.