ekwb EK-FC WX9100 PRO BACKPLATE User manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL
EK-FC
WX9100 PRO
GPU WATER BLOCK

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This product is compatible with Radeon Pro WX 9100 graphics card.
It 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:
Please carefully read the manual throughly before beginning
with the installation process!
Please remove your graphics card from computer to assure
safest mounting process in order to prevent any possible
damages to your GPU and/or graphics card 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.
Do not use pure distilled water! For best results EK recommends
the use of EK-CyroFuel coolants!

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TABLE OF CONTENT
PREPARING YOUR GRAPHICS CARD 4
INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK 6
CHECKING FOR CONTACTS 8
INSTALLATION OF FITTINGS AND TUBING 8
INSERTING THE CARD IN YOUR PC CASE 9
REQUIRED TOOLS 9
SUPPORT AND SERVICE 10
SOCIAL MEDIA 10

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PREPARING YOUR GRAPHICS CARD
STEP 1
REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER
Remove all encircled screws using Phillips screwdriver. All heat sink
assembly screws should be removed, including self-adhesive washers
on both sides of the PCB(if present). Also remove the IO bracket.
STEP 1
STEP 2
CLEANING THE PCB
Carefully detach the original stock cooler after removing all screws
securing in to the board. Wipe off the remains (by using nonabrasive
cloth or q-tip, as shown on sample photo) of the original thermal
compound until the components and circuit board are completely
clean. EKWB recommends the use of denatured alcohol for removing
TIM leftovers.
STEP 2

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STEP 3
APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND
Lightly cover AMD GPU chip with enclosed EK-TIM Ectotherm
thermal grease. EKWB recommends to apply the thermal grease in a
cross form to best performance (see sample picture).
STEP 4
CUTTING THERMAL PADS
Your block is supplied with thermal pads that need to be cut into smaller
pieces in order to cover all VRM components. PLEASE REMOVE THE
PROTECTIVE FOIL FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE THERMAL PADS PRIOR
TO INSTALLATION.
Replacement thermal pads:
1. Thermal Pad G 1.0 mm – (120 x 24 mm) – (EAN: 3830046996770)
2. Thermal Pad G 0.5 mm – (120 x 24 mm) – (EAN: 3830046996763)
STEP 5
PLACING THERMAL PADS ON PCB
Once cut to size the thermal pads should be applied to the PCB as
illustrated below. EK made sure to provide customers with more than
adequate quantity of thermal pads to complete this step.
STEP 3
Thermal pad G – 1.0 mm
24
120
STEP 4
STEP 5
Thermal pad G – 0.5 mm
24
120
G 0.5 mm
G 1.0 mm
G 1.0 mm

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INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK
STEP 1
PLACING THE BLOCK ON TO THE GRAPHICS CARD
Carefully position the water block with preinstalled standoffs on to
the graphics card. During this process please make sure you align
mounting holes on the PCB with holes on the water block (same
applies for other tops). Also pay attention not to use too much
force by pressing the block down to the PCB. Chip dies are prone
to cracking.
STEP 1
M2.5 x 6 AX1
13 pcs
M 2.5 PVC washer
16 pcs
M2.5 x 4 AX1
16 pcs
M2.5 x 8 AX1
2 pcs
M3 x 4 DIN7985
2 pcs
EK Plug G1/4
2 pcs
2.5 mm Allen Key
1 pc
6 mm Allen Key
1 pc
BAG CONTENT
Bag content is universal for all water blocks, you may not need all screws.
M2.5 Helix nuts
6 pcs
Thermal Grease
1 pcs

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STEP 2
ATTACHING THE BLOCK TO THE GRAPHIC CARD
Use a Phillips screwdriver with the enclosed M2.5X4 and M2.5X6
screws. EKWB recommends users to start tightening the screws
around the GPU core and continue outwards. Always use a plastic
washer under each and every screw.
STEP 2
M2.5x4 Screw
Plastic Washer
M 2.5 PVC washer
15 pcs
Phillips-head
screwdriver
M2.5 x 6 AX1
4 pcs
M2.5 x 4 AX1
11 pcs
M2.5x6 Screws
M2.5x6 Screws

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INSTALLATION OF FITTINGS AND TUBING
STEP 1
Screw in the two G1/4 threaded male fittings. Attach the liquid
cooling tubes and connect the water-block(s) into the cooling circuit.
EKWB recommends using EK- fittings.
You can use any opening as an inlet/outlet port. Do not forget to
plug the remaining two opening with enclosed EK-Plug G1/4 or
equivalent.
CAUTION: In case of using connectors other than EK- series
compression fittings, take special attention to the length of the
fittings’ male G1/4” thread. 5mm is the maximum allowed G1/4”
thread length!
STEP 1
Tubing
EK- Plug G1/4
EK-Fitting
CHECKING FOR CONTACTS
If necessary temporarily remove the water block to check for uniform
surface contact between the block and the components, pay special
attention to the VRM section of the graphics card. Check whether
the water block makes contact with the intended integrated circuit.
Then repeat sub-steps in previous section to re-attach the block.
In case you fail to obtain good contact, please check again that
your thermal pad thickness or contact our support service at
http://www.ekwb.com/support.

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INSERTING THE CARD IN YOUR PC CASE
Carefully lift your graphics card with installed block and insert it in
your PC’s motherboard PCI express expansion slot. Please bear in
mind that your graphics card is probably heavier than when it was
equipped with original heat sink fan assembly. One needs to be
very careful when handling the graphics card. Avoid all un-needed
manipulation of the VGA/water block assembly that might damage
your card or water block during final installation.
Phillips-head Screwdriver Scissors
REQUIRED TOOLS

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