ekwb EK-FB MSI X370 XPower 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 MSI X370 XPower motherboard
BAG CONTENT: Bag content is universal for all water blocks, you may not need all screws.
STEP 1: 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 cooling solution. Additional 4 screws need to be removed to remove
the plastic I/O. Please store the removed material away for later use.
Removing of the original plastic hold-down clamps and the factory backplate:
Using Philips-head screwdriver remove the four UNC 6-32 screws securing the original
plastic hold-down clamps around the socket as shown on the sketch. Remove the
original AMD® backplate and the hold-down clamps and store them away.
1. 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]
2. 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!
Installation manual for EK-FB MSI X370 XPower Monoblock water block
AMD X370
chipset
CPU socket
Mosfets
1. Thermal pad F–1.0mm
(for mosfets):
Place 1,0mm thermal pads in larger
strips over marked area and make
sure all mosfet chips and the inductor
coils (chokes) are covered.

All disclosures, notices and warranty conditions are being written on EKWB web page. Please check terms of use. Revision 1.0. Published on June 1st 2017
STEP 2: PREPARING YOUR MOTHERBOARD
STEP 3: PLACING THE BLOCK ON TO THE MOTHERBOARD
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!
Install four (4) M2.5 self adhesive PVC washers under marked standoffs as shown on
the picture below.
STEP 4: ATTACHING BLOCK ON TO THE MOTHERBOARD
PLACING THE BLOCK ON THE MOTHERBOARD. Place the EK-FB MSI X370 XPower
Monoblock series water block gently to the motherboard or vice versa (as shown on
picture below). Make sure that mounting holes are aligned.
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 M2,5x5 AX1 screws. Tighten the screws evenly. Do not
use excessive force when tightening the screws!
B) CPU part: Use four M3x10 DIN7984 screws with backplate and protective pad.
Tighten the screws using enclosed 2mm allen key.
Use the enclosed screws and backplate as shown on picture below:
STEP 5: CONNECTING THE RGB LED STRIP (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.
For the EK-FB MSI X370 XPower 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
AM4 backplate
insulator
M2.5 PVC Washer
M2.5x5 screws
M3x10 screws
Tubing
IMPORTANT: USE
THIS OPENING AS
AN INLET PORT!
AM4 backplate
Place the M2,5 self adhesive PVC washers under marked standoffs!