ekwb Vector 2 FTW3 RTX 3080/90 ABP User manual

USER GUIDE
GPU WATER BLOCK WITH ACTIVE BACKPLATE
EK-Quantum
Vector² FTW3 RTX 3080/90 ABP Set D-RGB

This product is intended for installation by expert users only. Please
consult with a qualified technician. Improper installation may result
in damage to your equipment. EK assumes no liability whatsoever,
expressed or implied, for the use of this product or its installation. The
following instructions are subject to change without notice. Please,
read the manual carefully before starting the installation process. For
updates, you can visit our official website www.ekwb.com.
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).
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-CryoFuel coolants!
To reach optimal performance, make sure to thoroughly
bleed the air out of your water block!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BOX CONTENTS 4
WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS 5
PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD 6
REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER 6
CLEANING THE PCB 6
PREPARING THE WATER BLOCK FOR INSTALLATION 7
CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS 8
APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND 9
ATTACHING THE WATER BLOCK 10
ATTACHING THE AC TIVE BACKPL ATE 11
FITTINGS AND TUBING 14
INSERTING THE GRAPHICS CARD INTO THE CHASSIS 14
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP 15
TESTING THE LOOP 15
WARRANTY 16
SUPPORT AND SERVICE 17
SOCIAL MEDIA 17

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Thermal Pad F 1.0 mm (7 pcs) Thermal Pad F 2.0 mm (3 pcs) Thermal Pad G 1.5 mm (1 pc)
120 mm
16 mm
120 mm
16 mm
120 mm
24 mm
Thermal Grease (1 pc)
BOX CONTENTS
4 mm
8 mm
10 mm
EK-Loop Multi Allen Key (1 pc)
Allen Key 2 mm (1 pc)
Allen Key 2.5 mm (1 pc)
M2.5x8 AX1 Screw (1 pc)
M3x10 AX1 Screw (1 pc)
EK-Quantum Vector2FTW3 RTX
3080/90 ABP Set D-RGB
M2.5x4 AX1 Screw (9 pcs)
Polyamid Washer M2.5 0.5mm (9 pcs)
Standoff Ø4.5/2.5 (1 pc)
Quantum Plug (2 pcs)
EK-Plug Out Spludger Tool (1 pc)
Standoff M2.5-M3 x 6.6mm (1 pc)
Nut M2.5 (2 pcs)
Terminal OR - Vector2 14x1 mm (2 pcs)
EAN: 104906
EAN: 104549

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WATER BLOCK DIMENSIONS
328.1 mm
95.7 mm
123.7 mm
142.5 mm
155 mm
41 mm
35.5 mm

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PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD
STEP 1
STEP 1
REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER
Place your graphics card on a flat surface and use the Phillips head
screwdriver to remove the thirteen (13) marked screws, the Stock
Backplate, and the Stock Cooler Backplate from the backside of
the GPU.
Carefully and slowly detach the PCB from the stock cooler and
disconnect the four cables connecting the stock cooler to the PCB.
Always remove the stock cooler slowly and with
uniform force - it might be firmly glued to the PCB with
thermal pads.
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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PREPARING THE WATER BLOCK FOR INSTALLATION
STEP 1
First remove the terminal badge which is attached on the terminal
with two magnets. Under the badge, unscrew three (3) screws
M4x20 DIN7984. Additional nine (9) screws M3x10 AX1 needs to be
removed as shown in the image.
DO NOT REMOVE THE UPPER TERMINAL BADGE!
STEP 1
For this step you will need:
Allen Key 2.5mm Phillips Head Screwdriver
STEP 2
Carefully remove the complete active backplate with the terminal.
Additional two (2) O-rings OR 14x1 EPDM50 needs to be removed.
STEP 2
ACTIVE
BACK PL AT E
M3x10 AX1
OR 14x1
EPDM50
TERMINAL
BADGE
M4x20 DIN7984

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STEP 3
Unscrew nine (9) M2.5-M3x6.6 standoff with the included tool
(EK-Plug out Spludger Tool). Make sure not to unscrew the
M3.5-M2.5x11.3 standoff! In case that M3.5-M2.5x11.3 standoff
unscrews, carefully tighten it back with 4mm wrench.
After removing the standoffs, the PCB cardboard (Printed Circuit
Board cardboard) needs to be removed. The PCB cardboard is
printed in 1:1 scale.
STEP 3
PCB
CARDBOARD
M2.5-M3x6.6
STAN DO FF
M3.5-M2.5x11.3
STAN DO FF
For this step, you will need:
EK-Plug Out Spludger Tool
STEP 1
CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS
Thermal Pad F – 1.0 mm (120 x 16 mm)
120 mm
16 mm
1 mm
Thermal Pad F – 2.0 mm (120 x 16 mm)
2 mm
120 mm
16 mm
Thermal Pad G – 1.5 mm (120 x 24 mm)
120 mm
24 mm
1.5 mm
STEP 1
Your GPU water block comes with thermal pads that have to be cut
into smaller pieces to cover all the VRM components, such as COILs,
MOSFETs, and drivers.
You must remove the protective foil from both sides of the
thermal pad before installation.
Replacement thermal pads:
Thermal PAD F 1.0 mm - (120 x 16 mm) – 3830046996732
Thermal PAD F 2.0 mm - (120 x 16 mm) – 3830046996756
Thermal PAD G 1.5 mm - (120 x 24 mm) – 3830046996787

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STEP 2
STEP 2
The cardboard is printed in scale 1:1. Cut thermal pads to the size
printed on the cardboard. Once cut to size, thermal pads should
be placed on the PCB. Be careful to choose the right thermal pad
thickness.
Thermal Pad F 1.0mm
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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ATTACHING THE WATER BLOCK
STEP 1
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.
Before attaching the PCB to the Water Block, make sure
all the Thermal Pads are placed correctly!
STEP 1
STEP 2
After placing a PCB onto the water block, use AX1 M2.5x4 screws
and PVC washers to tighten the PCB onto the water block.
Tighten the screws evenly. EK recommends you start tightening
the screws around the GPU core first and then continuing outward
to prevent damaging the GPU. Always use a plastic washer under
each screw!
STEP 2
M2.5 PVC WASHER
M2.5 x 4 AX1 SCREW
For this step you will need:
Phillips Head Screwdriver