ekwb EK-Quantum Momentum2 ROG Strix Z690-I Gaming D-RGB -... User manual

USER GUIDE
MONOBLOCK
EK-Quantum
Momentum2Aorus Z690 Master D-RGB

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 website at www. ekwb.com for updates.
Before installation of this product please read the 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 thoroughly before beginning
the installation process!
Please remove your motherboard from the computer to
assure the safest mounting process in order to prevent any
possible damages to your CPU and/or motherboard’s 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 quality, market-proven corrosion inhibiting
coolants is always strongly recommended for any liquid
cooling system.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BOX CONTENTS 4
WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS 5
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS 6
PREPARING THE MOTHERBOARD 7
REMOVING THE BACKPLATE 7
REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER 8
CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS 9
APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND 10
PREPARING THE WATER BLOCK FOR INSTALLATION 10
ATTACHING THE WATER BLOCK 11
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP 13
TESTING THE LOOP 13
SUPPORT AND SERVICE 14
SOCIAL MEDIA 14

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BOX CONTENTS
Allen Key 2 mm (1 pc)
Allen Key 2.5 mm (1 pc)
Thermal Pad F 1.0 mm (120x16) (4 pcs)
Thermal Grease (1 pc)
EK-Quantum Momentum2Aorus Z690 Master D-RGB
120 mm
16 mm

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WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS
39.4 mm
32.5 mm
93.2 mm
167.5 mm
142.6 mm
39.3 mm
67.3 mm
176.3 mm
134.5 mm
12.9 mm
119 mm

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS
Technical Specification:
- Dimensions: (LxHxW) – 176.3 x 142.6 x 39.4 mm
- D-RGB cable length: 500 mm
- D-RGB LED count: 20
- D-RGB connector standard 3-pin (+5V, Data, Blocked, Ground)
Position EAN Description Quantity
1104977 Top plate (Plexi) 1
2105225 Main O-ring 200 x 1.5 mm 1
3105251 Mid plate Assembly 1
48208 Screw M3 x 8 DIN7991 4
5104970 Mosfet (Black e.) 1
6105038 I/O Cover stand 1
7100258 Standoff M4/M2 x 2.5 5
8104771 M3 x 20 DIN7991 4
98201N Screw M3 x 10 DIN7991 8
10 104028 Coldplate (Nickel) 1
11 100500 M4 x 12 DIN7991 4
12 104650 Backplate Assebly 1
13 104773 Coldplate o-ring 1
14 104029 Jet plate 1
15 104974 Mosfet W (Nickel) 1
16 104972 Mosfet N (Nickel) 1
17 5163 OR 18 x 1.5 mm 1
18 5035 OR 26 x 1.5 mm 1
19 5158 OR 35 x 1.5 mm 1
20 10946 D-RGB Led strip 1
21 104976 Standout (Acetal) 1
22 100663 EK - Badge 1
23 104444 Mylar sticker 1
23
7
11
19
21
16
18
3
3
10
3
5
4
12
17
15
13
2
5
9
22
20
8
3
14
1
6

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PREPARING THE MOTHERBOARD
STEP 1
REMOVING THE BACKPLATE
Important! Before starting, make sure to have a clean,
flat surface to work on. It is recommended to put foam
or soft material to lay the motherboard and the water
block on.
Remove the marked screws in order to detach the backplate from
the motherboard.
After monoblock installation, the backplate can be reused.
STEP 1
REMOVE
REMOVE FROM THE FRONT SIDE
OF THE MOTHERBOARD

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STEP 2
REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER
Additional four(4) screws and three(3) standoffs must be removed
in order to remove the original stock cooler.
After removing the screws and standoffs, carefully detach
the stock cooler and pre-applied thermal pads. EK provides
replacement thermal pads with the water block (Chapter:
CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS).
Save the screws and standoffs for later use ( Chapter: ATTACHING
THE WATER BLOCK).
STEP 2
REMOVE
REMOVE

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CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS
Thermal Pad F – 1.0 mm (120 x 16 mm)
120 mm
16 mm
1 mm
STEP 1
EK-Quantum Momentum2Aorus Z690 Master D-RGB water
block comes with Thermal Pads that have to be cut into smaller
pieces to cover all the regulation area (Mosfet) on the motherboard.
EK made sure to provide you with more than an adequate quantity of
Thermal Pads to complete this Step.
Please remove the protective foil from both sides of the
thermal pads prior to installation!
Replacement thermal pads:
Thermal Pad F 1.0 mm – (120 x 16 mm) EAN: 3830046996732
For this step, you will need:
Scissors
Thermal Pad - 120 x 16 x 1.0 mm
F1
STEP 1

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Thermal Grease
STEP 1
Apply the enclosed EK-TIM Ectotherm thermal grease (thermal
compound) on the CPU heat spreader – IHS – as shown in the
image. The layer of the thermal compound must be thin and even
in thickness 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:
PREPARING THE WATER BLOCK FOR INSTALLATION
STEP 1
Unscrew four (4) Velocity2mounting nuts (turn them in an
anticlockwise direction to unscrew). Remove the backplate and
save it for later steps. After the backplate is removed, do not
forget to peel off the protective sticker.
STEP 1
PROTECTIVE
STICKER
BAC KP L ATE

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ATTACHING THE WATER BLOCK
STEP 1
Carefully place the water block onto the motherboard and align four
(4) mounting screws with four (4) holes on the motherboard. Hold
the water block and the motherboard and turn them upside down.
Before placing the Water Block on the motherboard, make
sure all the Thermal Pads are placed correctly! (Chapter:
Cutting and placing thermal pads).
STEP 1
For this step you will need:
Phillips Head Screwdriver
STEP 2
Secure the water block using three (3) stock motherboard screws and
two (2) stock motherboard standoffs. Do not use excessive force!
EK recommends using the EK-Loop Torque Screwdriver - 0.6Nm:
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/ek-loop-torque-screwdriver-0-6nm.
STEP 2
STOCK MOTHERBOARD
STA ND O FFS
STOCK
MOTHERBOARD
SCREWS

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STEP 3
After securing the water block, the stored backplate must be attached to
the backside of the motherboard using Allen Key 2.5 mm (shown in the
picture) or EK-Loop Torque Screwdriver. Start fastening the backplate
screws in a cross pattern. Do not tighten fully until all of the nuts are partially
screwed in. The Allen Key 2.5mm must be used in a standing position!
Otherwise, the mounting screws may crack during tightening!
Make sure to orientate the backplate as illustrated. Incorrect
installation of the backplate may result in damage to the motherboard.
The motherboard backplate can be reused after the water
block is secured.
STEP 3
STEP 4
With the EK-Quantum Momentum2Aorus Z690 Master D-RGB
water block, it is mandatory to use the bottom port as the INLET.
Mixing the ports may result in poor thermal performance of the
water block.
Tighten the fittings in a clockwise direction until the gasket
underneath is compressed.
The installation of the water block is now complete.
For this step you will need:
Allen Key 2.5 mm
ALLEN KEY 2.5 mm
TOP OF THE
MOTHERBOARD
1
2
3
4
STEP 4
MAX TORQUE:
0.6 Nm
OUTLET
INLET

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CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP
STEP 1
Plug the 3-Pin connector from the water block’s D-RGB LED light
to the DRGB HEADER on the motherboard. The LED will work
if the pin layout on the header is as follows: +5V, Digital, empty,
Ground.
Please ensure that the arrow indicated on the connector is
plugged into the +5V line as indicated on your motherboard.
If you put the LED Diode to the 12V RGB HEADER you
can damage the LEDs. Failure to do so will damage your
motherboard or LED strip.
STEP 1
D-RGB HEADER
RGB HEADER
To make sure the installation of EK components was successful, we
recommend you perform a leak test for 24 hours. When your loop
is complete and filled with coolant, connect the pump to a PSU
outside of your system. Do not connect power to any of the other
components. Turn on the PSU and let the pump run continuously.
It is normal for the coolant level to drop during this process as air
collects in the distribution plate. Inspect all parts of the loop, and
in the eventuality, that coolant leaks, fix the issue and repeat the
testing process. Ensure that all hardware is dry before the system is
powered on in order to prevent any damage.
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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