ekwb EK-Quantum Velocity 2 D-RGB AM4 User manual

USER GUIDE
EK-Quantum
Velocity² D-RGB AM4

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 important notice, disclosure, and
warranty conditions that are printed on the back of the box.
Before you start using this product, please follow these basic guidelines:
Please carefully read the manual before beginning the
installation process.
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-Cryo Fuel coolants.
Make sure to thoroughly bleed air out of your water block, or
you will not reach optimal performance.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION ON WATER BLOCK COMPATIBILITY 4
BOX CONTENTS 4
WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS 5
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS 6
NICKEL PLEXI 6
NICKEL ACETAL 7
COPPER ACETAL 8
FULL NICKEL 9
SATIN TITANIUM 10
PREPARING THE MOTHERBOARD 11
INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK 12
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP 15
SUPPORT AND SERVICE 16
SOCIAL MEDIA 16

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GENERAL INFORMATION ON WATER BLOCK COMPATIBILITY
This CPU liquid cooling unit is pre-assembled for use with modern AMD
desktop socket type motherboards. By default (out of the box) this water
block supports the following CPU sockets:
- AMD® socket AMx and FMx
BOX CONTENTS
EK-Quantum Velocity² D-RGB AM4
Allen Key 2 mm (1 pc) Allen Key 2.5 mm (1 pc)
Thermal grease (1 pc)
Mounting Mechanism – You may not need all the screws,
mounting mechanism is universal!

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WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS
89 mm
113.5 mm
12.5 mm
42.5 mm
70.5 mm
34 mm
20.5 mm
54 mm
90 mm
9 mm
6 mm
CPU WB
Backplate

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WATER BLOCK PARTS
NICKEL PLEXI
Technical Specification:
Dimensions (L x H x W): 98.5 x 113.5 x 34 mm
D-RGB cable length: 500 mm
D-RGB LED count: 16
D-RGB connector standard 3-pin (+5V, Data, Blocked, Ground)
Position EAN Description Quantity
1103938 Top plate (Plexi) 1
2104772 O-Ring 1/3 1
3104774 O-Ring 3/3 2
4104736 Metal plate Assembly 1
58252 M3x10 DIN7991 Screw 7
6104773 O-Ring 2/3 1
7103933 Jet plate 1
8103912 Coldplate (Nickel) 1
9104686 M4x14 DIN7991 Screw 4
10 104734 AM4 Backplate 1
11 100663 EK-Badge 1
12 103936 Standout (Acetal) 1
13 103952 Mylar Sticker 1
14 103007 LED Strip 1
4
14
6
8
9
13
11
12
4
3
4
4
7
2
1
10
5

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NICKEL ACETAL
Position EAN Description Quantity
1 103939 Top plate (Acetal) 1
2104772 O-Ring 1/3 1
3104774 O-Ring 3/3 2
4104736 Metal plate Assembly 1
58252 M3x10 DIN7991 Screw 7
6104773 O-Ring 2/3 1
7103933 Jet plate 1
8103912 Coldplate (Nickel) 1
9104686 M4x14 DIN7991 Screw 4
10 104734 AM4 Backplate 1
11 100663 EK-Badge 1
12 103937 Standout (Acetal) 1
13 103007 LED Strip 1
14 103935 Light Guide 1
15 103952 Mylar Sticker 1
4
14
15
13
6
8
9
11
12
4
3
4
4
7
2
1
10
5

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COPPER ACETAL
Position EAN Description Quantity
1 103939 Top plate (Acetal) 1
2104772 O-Ring 1/3 1
3104774 O-Ring 3/3 2
4104736 Metal plate Assembly 1
58252 M3x10 DIN7991 Screw 7
6104773 O-Ring 2/3 1
7103933 Jet plate 1
8103911 Coldplate 1
98207 M4x14 DIN7991 Screw 4
10 104734 AM4 Backplate 1
11 100663 EK-Badge 1
12 103937 Standout (Acetal) 1
13 103007 LED Strip 1
14 103935 Light Guide 1
15 103952 Mylar Sticker 1
4
14
15
13
6
8
9
11
12
4
3
4
4
7
2
1
10
5

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FULL NICKEL
Position EAN Description Quantity
1103941 Top plate (Brass) 1
2104772 O-Ring 1/3 1
3104774 O-Ring 3/3 2
4104736 Metal plate Assembly 1
58252 M3x10 DIN7991 Screw 7
6104773 O-Ring 2/3 1
7103933 Jet plate 1
8103912 Coldplate (Nickel) 1
9104686 M4x14 DIN7991 Screw 4
10 104734 AM4 Backplate 1
11 100663 EK-Badge 1
12 103937 Standout (Acetal) 1
13 103007 LED Strip 1
14 103935 Light Guide 1
15 103952 Mylar Sticker 1
4
14
15
13
6
8
9
11
12
4
3
4
4
7
2
1
10
5

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SATIN TITANIUM
Position EAN Description Quantity
1103407 Top plate (Satin Ti.) 1
2104772 O-Ring 1/3 1
3104774 O-Ring 3/3 2
4104736 Metal plate Assembly 1
58252 M3x10 DIN7991 Screw 7
6104773 O-Ring 2/3 1
7103933 Jet plate 1
8103912 Coldplate (Nickel) 1
9104686 M4x14 DIN7991 Screw 4
10 104734 AM4 Backplate 1
11 100663 EK-Badge 1
12 103937 Standout (Acetal) 1
13 103007 LED Strip 1
14 103935 Light Guide 1
15 103952 Mylar Sticker 1
4
14
15
13
6
8
9
11
12
4
3
4
4
7
2
1
10
5

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STEP 1
If already installed, please remove the motherboard from your
computer and place it on an even surface.
STEP 2
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 illustration. Remove the original AMD® backplate and
the hold-down clamps and store them away.
STEP 3
Cleaning the CPU: Wipe the IHS clean using a non-abrasive cloth or
Q-tip as shown in the illustration.
Non-abrasive
Cloth
IHS
STEP 3
PREPARING THE MOTHERBOARD
AMD® FACTORY
BAC KP L ATE
UNC 6-32
SCREWS
HOLD-DOWN
CLAMPS
STEP 2

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STEP 1
Unscrew the pre-installed backplate from the backside of the CPU
using an Allen Key 2.5 mm and save it for the later steps.
STEP 1
INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK
STEP 4
Applying thermal compound: Once clean, apply a line of Thermal
Compound on one edge of the IHS and use a credit card or similar to
spread it evenly.
The layer of Thermal Compound must be thin and even in thickness
over the entire surface of the IHS. Excessive or irregular application
may lead to poor performance. This method works for Thermal
Grizzly Hydronaut Thermal Compound as supplied with all Velocity2
CPU Water Blocks.
STEP 4

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STEP 3
STEP 3
Position the CPU Water Block onto the Motherboard. Make sure to
align the holes (as shown in the picture).
Before placing the water block, it is mandatory to remove
the protective foil from the backside.
Make sure to double check the layer of the Thermal Grease
before placing the water block onto the motherboard.
STEP 2
STEP 2
Before placing the water block, it is mandatory to remove the
protective foil from the backside.

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STEP 5
STEP 5
With EK-Velocity² series water blocks, 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 clockwise direction until the gasket underneath
is compressed.
The installation of the Velocity² water block is now complete.
OUTLET
INLET
STEP 4
After placing the water block, the stored backplate must be attached
on the backside of the motherboard using Allen Key 2.5 mm (shown
in the picture).
Start fastening the backplate, preferably 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!
EK recommends using the EK-Loop Torque Screwdriver - 0.6Nm :
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/ek-loop-torque-screwdriver-0-6nm
Make sure to orientate the backplate as illustrated.
Incorrect installation of the backplate may result in
damage to the motherboard.
STEP 4
1
2
4
3
TOP OF THE
MOTHERBOARD
MAX TORQUE:
0.6 Nm

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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.
D-RGB HEADER
RGB HEADER
STEP 1
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP

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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