ekwb EK-Quantum Vector2 Trio RTX 3080/90 ABP Set... User manual

USER GUIDE
GPU WATER BLOCK
EK-Quantum
Vector² Strix RTX 3080/90 ABP Set D-RGB

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 starting 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).
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
NICKEL ACETAL 7
PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD 8
REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER 8
REMOVING THE STOCK BACKPLATE 9
PREPARING THE WATER BLOCK FOR INSTALLATION 10
CLEANING THE PCB 10
CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS 12
APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND 13
ATTACHING THE WATER BLOCK 13
ATTACHING THE ACTIVE BACKPL ATE 15
FITTINGS AND TUBING 18
INSERTING THE GRAPHICS CARD INTO THE CHASSIS 18
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP 19
TESTING THE LOOP 19
WARRANTY 20
SUPPORT AND SERVICE 21
SOCIAL MEDIA 21

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Thermal Pad F 1.0 mm (7 pcs) Thermal Pad F 2.0 mm (4 pcs) Thermal Pad G 1.5 mm (1 pc)
120 mm
16 mm
120 mm
16 mm
120 mm
24 mm
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 Vector2Strix RTX
3080/90 ABP Set D-RGB
M2.5x4 AX1 Screw (8 pcs)
Polyamid Washer M2.5 0.5mm (8 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 - Vector2 14x1 mm (2 pcs)
EAN: 104907
EAN: 104549

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WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS
308.1 mm
35.5 mm
142.5 mm
155 mm
41 mm
95.8 mm
123.8 mm

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS
NICKEL PLEXI
- Dimensions: (LxHxW): 307.5x 155 x 41 mm
- D-RGB LED count: Plexi - 30
- D-RGB cable length: 50cm
- D-RGB connector 3-pin 5V digital LED header (Pinout: +5V | Digital
| Blocked | Ground)
Position EAN Description Quantity
1104489 Coldplate (Nickel) 1
2104492 Top plate (Plexi) 1
3103962 Plexi insert 1
4103942 Terminal Badge 1
5104106 Terminal OR - 14x1 mm 4
68311 Vijak M4x20 DIN7984 6
7103988 Standoff M4-M2.5 x 3mm 4
8103987 Standoff M3.5-M2.5 x 3 3
9103986 Standoff M3.5-M2.5 x 11.3mm 6
10 9013 Screw M4x8 DIN7984 28
11 104508 Main O-ring 142 x 2 mm 1
12 100663 EK - Badge 2
13 103964 Mylar sticker 2
14 101556 LED D-RGB strip 500/300mm 2
15 104393 Acetal terminal (Active Backplate) 1
16 104414 FC Terminal ABP O-ring 50x2 mm 1
17 104395 Active Backplate Terminal Plate 1
18 105163 Disc magnet 3x2 4
19 104086 ABP Terminal badge 1
20 104099 Acetal standout 1
21 104495 LED Cover 2
22 8201 Screw M3x10 DIN7991 4
23 104093 Standoff M2.5-M3 x 6.6 6
24 104105 Screw AX1 M3 x 10 6
25 104506 Top plate (plexi) - Active backplate 1
26 104491 Coldplate Active backplate 1
27 104509 Main ABP O-142x2 ring mm 1
28 104504 Sideplate (ALU) 1
29 104818 PCB cardboard 1
19
27
11
26
29
1
2
4
5
3
6
22
8
28
15
18
16
17
10
7
9
13
14
12
25
24
23
21
20
10

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NICKEL ACETAL
- Dimensions: (LxHxW): 307.5x 155 x 41 mm
- D-RGB LED count: Acetal - 38
- D-RGB cable length: 50cm
- D-RGB connector 3-pin 5V digital LED header (Pinout: +5V | Digital
| Blocked | Ground)
Position EAN Description Quantity
1104489 Coldplate (Nickel) 1
2104493 TOP plate (Acetal) 1
3103962 PLexi insert 1
4103942 Terminal Badge 1
5104106 Terminal OR - 14x1 mm 4
68311 Vijak M4x20 DIN7984 6
7103988 Standoff M4-M2.5 x 3mm Vector2 4
8103987 StandoffM3.5-M2.5 x 3 3
9103986 Standoff M3.5-M2.5 x 11.3mm 6
10 9013 Screw M4x8 DIN7984 28
11 104508 Main O-Ring 142 x 2 mm 1
12 100663 EK - Badge 2
13 104211 Mylar sticker 2
14 104296 LED D-RGB Dense Strip Double - 500/130mm 1
15 8202 Screw M3x12 DIN7991 2
16 104393 FC Terminal (Acetal) 1
17 104414 OR - Active backplate terminal 50 x 2 mm 1
18 104395 Terminal plate (Nickel) 1
19 105163 Disc magnet 3x2 4
20 104086 Terminal Badge 1
21 104093 Standoff M2.5-M3 x 6.6 6
22 104105 Screw AX1 M3 x 10 6
23 104507 Top plate - Active backplate 1
24 104490 Coldplate ABP (Nickel) 1
25 104509 Main O-ring 142 x 2 mm 1
26 104501 Sideplate (ALU) 1
27 8201 Screw M3x10 DIN7991 2
28 104102 Acetal standout 1
29 104096 Acetal light guide 1
30 104818 PCB cardboard 1
20
25
11
24
30
1
2
4
5
3
15
6
27
8
10
14
29
26
16
19
17
18
10
7
9
13
12
23
22
21
20

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PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD
STEP 1
REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER
Use the Phillips head screwdriver to remove the three screws from the
GPU bracket side and six screws from the side of the backplate.
After removing all nine screws (marked in the picture), carefully detach
the PCB with the backplate from the stock cooler and disconnect two
cables connected to the PCB.
Always remove the stock cooler slowly - it might be firmly
glued to the PCB with thermal pads.
For this step, you will need:
Phillips Head Screwdriver Torx T6 Screwdriver
STEP 1

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STEP 2
REMOVING THE STOCK BACKPLATE
Use the Phillips head screwdriver to remove the two screws attaching
the GeForce® RTX™ plate to the backplate.
Remove the nine screws with Phillips and Torx head screwdrivers
and carefully detach the stock backplate from the PCB.
STEP 2

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Allen Key 2.5mm
TERMINAL
BADGE
PREPARING THE WATER BLOCK FOR INSTALLATION
STEP 1
First, remove the terminal badge which is attached to the terminal with
two magnets. Under the badge, unscrew three (3) screws M4 x 20
DIN7984. Additional six (6) screws M3 x 10 AX1 need to be removed
as shown in the image.
DO NOT REMOVE THE UPPER TERMINAL BADGE!
STEP 1
For this step, you will need:
Phillips Head Screwdriver
STEP 3
STEP 3
CLEANING THE PCB
Wipe off the remains of the original thermal compound using a
nonabrasive cloth or Q-tip, as shown in the sample image, until the
components and circuit board are completely clean. EK recommends
the use of denatured alcohol for removing TIM leftovers. After that,
remove all remaining stock thermal pads from the PCB.
M3 x 10 AX1 SCREW
M4 x 20 DIN7984
SCREW