ekwb EK-PRO GPU WB RTX 30 0 Series User manual

USER GUIDE
GPU WATER BLOCK
EK-PRO
GPU WB RTX 30x0

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).
EK Fittings require only a small amount of force to screw
them firmly in place since the liquid seal is ensured with the
rubber O-ring gaskets.
The use of quality market-proven corrosion-inhibiting
coolants is always strongly recommended for any liquid
cooling system.
Do not use pure distilled water as a cooling liquid! For best
results, EK recommends the use of EK-CryoFuel Coolants.
Make sure to bleed air out of your water block thoroughly in
order to reach optimal performance.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BOX CONTENTS 4
WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS 5
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS 6
PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD 7
REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER 7
CLEANING THE PCB 7
CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS 8
APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND 8
INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK 9
PLACING THE BLOCK ON THE GRAPHICS CARD 9
ATTACHING THE BACKPLATE 11
CHECKING THE CONTACT IN CASE OF HIGH TEMPERATURES 11
INSERTING THE GRAPHICS CARD INTO THE CHASSIS 12
TESTING THE LOOP 12
SUPPORT AND SERVICE 13
SOCIAL MEDIA 13

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EK-PLUG G1/4 (2x)
3830046999153
BOX CONTENTS
Screw M2.5x4 ax1 (16x)
9047
EK-Loop Multi Allen Key (1x)
3830046996213
EK-Loop Multi Allen Key (1x)
3830046996213
Thermal PAD F 1.0mm - (120x16mm)
(7x) 3830046996732
Screw M3x4 DIN7985 (2x)
8123
EK-TIM Ectotherm (1g) (1x)
830046998446
Nut M2.5 (6x)
8506
Screw M2.5x10 ax1
(13x) 104344
Washer POLYAMID M2.5 0.5mm
(16x) 8623
Screw M2.5x8 ax1 (9x)
8104A
EK-Pro GPU WB RTX 3080/3090 Ni +Inox
(1x) 3831109848616
Washer POLYAMID M2.5 0.7mm
with self-adhesive tape (2x) 8627
Allen Key 2.5mm (1x)
8902
120 mm
16 mm
Screw M2.5x6 ax1 (13x)
9058

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WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS
99.6 mm
126.6 mm
125.6 mm
152.6 mm
219.3 mm
230.3 mm
18.8 mm
21.8 mm

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS
Position EAN Description Quantity
1103757 Copper – Pro GPU WB RTX 3080-
3090 Coldplate (Ni) 1
2100845 Standoff M4/M2.5x2.5 - HEX 9
38627 Washer POlYAMID M2.5 0.7mm 3
4100006 Screw M4x27 DIN7984 1
5103090 Screw M3x6 ISO 14581 TX – inox 14
6102931 OR Vector RE 30x0 1
7101975 029 – top plexi – FC-Quadro RTX
8000 Pro - insert 1
8102490 Brass – Pro GPU bracket standoff
M4-6/32 - Ni 1
9103758 Metal – Pro GPU WB RTX 3080-
3090 Top inox 1
10 102549 Metal – Pro GPU WB Jet 1
11 103812 Alu – Pro GPU WB RTX 30x0
backplate 1
12 100663 EK RGB Badge 2
13 8483 ISO 7380 – UNC 6-32x5 1
14 5155 OR 15x1 EPDM50 (FC Terminal) 2
15 3674 Top Acetal – FC Terminal M4
Pre-filled 1
16 9013 Screw M4x8 DIN7984 2
2
5
11
9
16
13
8
12
6
7
10
10
1
14
14
15

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PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD
STEP 1
REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER
Place your graphics card on the flat surface and carefully remove
the stock cooler. Do not forget to unplug all the LED and fan
connectors. Pay attention to the following steps in order to install
the EK-Pro GPU WB RTX 30x0 water block onto the graphics card.
STEP 2
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.
STEP 2

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CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS
Your GPU water block comes with un-cuted thermal pads to cover all
the VRM components, such as COILs, MOSFETs, and drivers. Please
use 1.0mm thick thermal pads which should be placed on the PCB,
as illustrated below. EK made sure to provide you with more than an
adequate quantity of thermal pads to complete this Step.
You must remove the protective foil from both sides of the
thermal pad before installation.
Thermal Pad F 1.0 mm
Thermal Grease
STEP 1
Apply the enclosed EK-TIM Ectotherm thermal grease (thermal
compound) on the GPU heat spreader – IHS – as shown in the
image. The layer of the thermal compound must be thin and even
over the entire surface of the IHS.
The excessive or uneven application of thermal grease
may lead to poor performance!
STEP 1
APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND
For this Step, you will need:

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INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK
STEP 1
PLACING THE BLOCK ON THE GRAPHICS CARD
This procedure is the same for all full-cover water blocks. Carefully
position the water block with preinstalled standoffs on the graphics
card. During this process, make sure you have aligned mounting
holes of the PCB with holes of the water block.
Pay attention not to use too much force when pressing
the block down to the PCB since chip dies are prone
to cracking.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 2
Make sure that three (3) the self-adhesive M2,5 plastic washers are
in place as shown in picture.
Pay attention to the front area, where I/O ports are, those
metal springs may get in the way when inserting, holes on
PCB and block needs to be perfectly aligned!

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STEP 2
M2.5 x 4 AX1
SCREW
M2.5 PVC WASHER
STEP 2
To mount the graphics card onto the waterblock, stock cross
backplate needs to be use. Attach it with five (5) M2.5 Washers and
M2.5 X 4 AX1 screws.
STEP 3
STEP 3
Install 1.0mm thick thermal pads on the PCB, as illustrated below
to ensure better connection between graphic card and backplate.
EK made sure to provide you with more than an adequate quantity
of thermal pads to complete this Step.
Thermal Pad F 1.0 mm

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CHECKING THE CONTACT IN CASE OF HIGH TEMPERATURES
If necessary, temporarily remove the water block to check for uniform
surface contact between the block and 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 Steps from the previous section to re-attach the block.
In case you fail to obtain good contact, please check
again or contact our support service at
https://www.ekwb.com/customer-support/.
STEP 4
ATTACHING THE BACKPLATE
Use seven (7) M2.5 x 8 AX1 screws. Tighten the screws evenly
using the Phillips head screwdriver.
The screws must be present on the places marked below:
STEP 4
M2.5 x 8 AX1
SCREW

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INSERTING THE GRAPHICS CARD INTO THE CHASSIS
Carefully lift your graphics card with the installed water block and
insert it into your PC’s motherboard PCI express expansion slot.
Please keep in mind that your graphics card is heavier than before it
was equipped with the water block.
You need to be very careful when handling the
graphics card. Avoid all unnecessary manipulation
of the water block assembly that might damage your
card or water block.
To ensure the installation of EK components was successful, we
recommend you perform a 24-hour leak test.
When your loop is complete and filled with coolant, connect the
pump to a PSU outside your system. Do not connect power to any
of the other components. Turn on the PSU and let the pump run
continuously.
Inspect all parts of the loop, and in case the coolant leaks, fix
the issue and repeat the testing process. To prevent possible
damage, please ensure all hardware is dry before the system is
powered on.
TESTING THE LOOP

In case you need assistance or wish to order spare parts or a new
mounting mechanism, please contact:
https://www.ekwb.com/customer-support/
For spare parts orders, refer to the page with “TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS” where you can find
the EAN number of each part you might need.
Include the EAN number with quantity in your request. Mounting
Mechanism EAN can be found under “BOX CONTENTS”
Thermal pads are readily available in the EK shop
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