ekwb EK-FB GA Z270X Monoblock Series User manual

All disclosures, notices and warranty conditions are being written on EKWB web page. Please check terms of use. Revision 2.0 Published on October 26th 2017
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 Gigabyte AORUS Z270X Gaming 7
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. Additional 3 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 1,0mm - (120x16mm) [EAN: 3830046996732]
Thermal PAD F 1mm - (120x16mm)[EAN: 3830046996732]
Thermal PAD F 0.5mm - (120x16mm)[EAN: 3830046996725]
Installation manual for EK-FB GA Z270X Monoblock water block
1. Thermal pad F–1,0mm
(for mosfets):
CPU socket
Z270 PCH (SB)
Mosfets
Do not remove
the PCH (SB)
Cooler!

All disclosures, notices and warranty conditions are being written on EKWB web page. Please check terms of use. Revision 2.0 Published on October 26th 2017
STEP 3: PLACING THE BLOCK ON TO MOTHERBOARD
PLACING THE BLOCK ON THE MOTHERBOARD. Place the EK-FB GA Z270X 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 two (2) M2.5 self adhesive PVC washers under marked standoffs on the picture below.
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 two (2) 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 GA Z270X 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:
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 areas and make sure all mosfet chips
are covered.
Place the M2,5 self adhesive PVC washers under marked standoffs!
M2,5 PVC washers
M2,5x5 AX1 screws
M4x8 screws
M4 PVC washers
Tubing
IMPORTANT: USE
THIS OPENING AS
AN INLET PORT!
CONNECT THE RGB LED (optional):
Plug the 4-pin connector from
Monoblock RGB LED strip to 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.
You should have the final pin,marked as
'W', left empty.
CONNECT THE D-RGB LED (optional):
Plug the 3-pin connector from
Monoblock RGB LED strip to the
motherboard. Please ensure that the
arrow indicated on the connector is
plugged into the V line as indicated on
your motherboard. Failure to do so will
damage your motherboard or LED strip.