Thermaltake Bigwater 780e CL-W0169 User manual

Bigwater 780e
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3U Bay Drives Liquid Cooling System
P/N : CL-W0169

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CAUTION
Before installing Thermaltake Bigwater 780e
Liquid Cooling System, we strongly suggest you
to read the manual throughly and make sure all
components are included in the package. Please
do follow the installation guide step-by-step.
Improper installation may cause serious
damage to the system as well as to the water
cooling unit. Thermaltake will not responsible for
any damages due to incorrect installation and
incorrect usage of this product.

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1.1 Specification
Chapter 1. Product Introduction
Water Bloc k
3U Bay Dri ves
P/N CL-W0169
Pump
Radiator
Weight
Dimen sio n
Fan
Liquid Tank
Tube
Coolant
CPU
Application
Contents
Chapter 1. Product Introduction
Chapter 2. Liquid Cooling Installation Steps
Specification
Components check
Chapter 3. Thermaltake ESA Watercooling
Software User Guide
1.1
1.2
Chapter 4. Other
02
03
Intel LGA 775
Intel P4 478
AMD K8
AMD AM2 / AM2+
Install Water tube
Install the Main Unit
ESA PCB Introduction
ESA PCB Installation
System Update
NVIDIA nTune Performance Application
NVIDIA Monitor
Switch between NVIDIA Monitor & NVIDIA Performance software
Water cooling LED Indication
Armor Plus ESA Series (optional)
Toughpower ESA power supply series (optional)
Liquid Cooling Q&A
Schedule Maintenance
Install the main unit
Connect the Quickconn connector
Refill Coolant
Power on the system
Installation waterblock
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
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09
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STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
249.5 mm(L ) X 149m m(W) X 1 28mm (H)
1.74( kg)
AMD AM2 / AM2 +
AMD K8
Intel L GA77 5
Intel P 4
Dimen sion
Bearing
Maxim um Cap acit y
Rated Vo ltag e
Input c urre nt
Conne ctor
Noise
Life ti me
Conne ctor
75(L) x 7 0(W) x 7 5(H) m m
Ceram ic bea ring
500 L/ hr
DC 12V
600 mA( MAX)
4 pin
10 ~16 dB A
80000 h r (MTB F)
4-Pin P WM fun ctio n
Dimen sion
Mater ial
Tub e Desi gn
Fin Des ign
Tub ing & Ho es Cli p
Fan Dim ensi on
Fan Spe ed
Rated Vo ltag e
Noise
Life Ex pect ancy
Conne ctor
Dimen sion
Capac ity
Mater ial
Dimen sion
Tub ing & Ho es Cli p
Weig ht
Dimen sion s
Mater ial
Capac ity
Major M ater ial In gred ient
All cop per de sign ed
58mm( L) X 58m m(W) X 3 5mm( H)
For 9.5 mm ID (3 /8") t ubin g
318(g )
9.5mm I D(3/ 8") tu be
Green U V
1000 c. c
Propy lene G lyco l
130.2 ( L) x 107 .2(W ) x 51.5 (H) mm
530 c.c
120(L ) x 120( w) x 25( H) mm
800~2 500 RP M(PW M)
12V
10 ~20 dB
30,00 0 hr
4-Pin P WM fun ctio n
153(L ) x 120( W) x 28( H) mm
Alumi num
Alumi num, D impl e
Alumi num, L ouve red
For 9.5 mm ID (3 /8") t ubin g

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1.2 Components check
Bag(A)
Bag(B)
Bag(C)
A
BC
DEF
H
IJ
K
M
A - Metal H-type clip
B - Cushion
C - Insulator
D - 50mm
E - Thumb nuts x4
F - White washers x4
G - Thermal compound
H - 38mm screws x4
I - Stand offs x4
J - Red washers x4
screws x4
K - Quickconn Connecter X2
L - Hose clips(for tube) x4
M - 5mm screws x 10
Clips for :
- Intel LGA 775 & P4 478
- AMD AM2+ / AM2 & K8
All copper water block
main unit
Water tube
Transparent UV tube (3/8")
UV sensitive 1000 cc
Coolant x 1
Refill Bottle
G
L
2.1 Liquid Cooling Installation steps
Components check
2.1 Intel LGA 775
2.2 Intel P4 478
2.3 AMD K8
2.4 AMD AM2 / AM2+
2.5 Install Water tube
2.6 Install the Main Unit
2.7 ESA PCB Introduction
2.8 ESA PCB Installation
We strongly suggest the following installation
procedures. Failure to comply may result in
leaks and damaged components.
Install Waterblock
Install the Main Unit
Refill Coolant
Connect the Quickconn connector
Power on the system
Complete installation
Chapter2 Liquid Cooling Installation
P05
P03
P17
P21
P21
P24
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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2.1 Intel LGA 775 - Secure Waterblock onto CPU
2.1.1 Install the Clip on Motherboard
>> Install waterblock
2.1.2 Install Waterblock on Motherboard
Intel LGA 775
Motherboard
Components for
LGA 775:
Tear off the tape on the
back of the insulator (C)
and place it on the metal
H-type clip(A).
Combine the insulator(C) and
the cushion (B) using the
adhesive. Stick the metal H-type
clip(A) with the insulators (BC).
Tear off the protective layer to
adhere it onto the motherboard.
Attach H-type clips(including
ABC)on the back side of
motherboard.
Note: Placing the cushion onto the
motherboard with the adhesive will
prevent you from removing the cushion
in the future. If you are planning to remove
the cushion for future use, please don't
remove the protective tape.
A-Metal H-type clip
B-Cushion
C-Insulator
D-50mm screws
E-Thumb nuts
G-Thermal compound
I -Stand offs
J -Red washers
A
BC
A
BC
DE
G
IJ
A
C
B
Exploded View Completed View
1.Insert the screws (D) through the clip(ABC)
into the four holes on the Motherboard.
2.Put the washers (J) along the screws to prevent
the electric current.
3.Put the stand offs (I) along the screws to fix the
screws on the motherboard.
4.Apply a thin layer of thermal compound(G) onto
the processor.
5.Place waterblock on the processor through the
screws and fix it by thumb nuts(E).
Note:
A
C
B
E
A
I
J
D
G
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2.2 Intel P4 Socket 478 - Secure Waterblock onto CPU
2.2.1 Install the Clip on Motherboard
2.2.2 Install Waterblock on Motherboard
A
C
B
Intel P4 478
Motherboard
Components for
P4 478 :
Tear off the tape on the
back of the insulator (C)
and place it on the metal
H-type clip(A).
Note: Placing the cushion onto the
motherboard with the adhesive will
prevent you from removing the cushion
in the future. If you are planning to
remove the cushion for future use, please
don't remove the protective tape.
A-Metal H-type clip
B-Cushion
C-Insulator
D-50mm screws
E-Thumb nuts
G-Thermal compound
I -Stand offs
J -Red washers
A
BC
DE
IG
J
Combine the insulator(C) and
the cushion (B) using the
adhesive. Stick the metal H-type
clip(A) with the insulators (BC).
Tear off the protective layer to
adhere it onto the motherboard.
Attach H-type clips(including
ABC)on the back side of
motherboard.
Exploded View
Note:
1.Insert the screws (D) through the clip(ABC)
into the four holes on the Motherboard.
2.Put the washers (J) along the screws to prevent
the electric current.
3.Put the stand offs (I) along the screws to fix the
screws on the motherboard.
4.Apply a thin layer of thermal compound(G) onto
the processor.
5.Place waterblock on the processor through the
screws and fix it by thumb nuts(E).
Completed View
G
E
A
I
J
D
A
C
B

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2.3.1
motherboard back plate
Standard installation - Install waterblock by
2.3
Waterblock onto CPU
AMD K8 Socket 754 / 939 / 940 - Secure
2.3.1.1 Check The Back Plate
Exploded View
G
H
2.3.2.1 Install the Clip on Motherboard
2.3.2 Install waterblock by clips included in package
2.3.1.2 Install Waterblock on Motherboard
AMD K8
Motherboard
Components for
AMD K8:
G-Thermal compound
H-38mm screws
Remove the retention
frame from motherboard.
Check Your Back Plate!
A. If the back plate does have threaded
standoffs, please continue with standard
installation 2.3.1.
B. If the back plate does NOT have
threaded standoffs, please continue
with 2.3.2.
Completed View
1.Apply a thin layer of thermal compound(G)
onto the processor.
2.Place waterblock on the processor.
3.Secure the waterblock on the motherboard by
using screws(H).
AMD K8 Motherboard
A-Metal H-type clip
B-Cushion
C-Insulator
D-50mm screws
E-Thumb nuts
F-White washers
G-Thermal compound
I -Stand offs
Components for
AMD K8:
Remove the retention
module from the motherboard.
Remove the back plate on
back side of motherboard.
Tear off the tape on the back of
the insulator (C) and place it on
the metal H-type clip(A).
Note: Placing the cushion onto
the motherboard with the
adhesive will prevent you from
removing the cushion in the
future. If you are planning to
remove the cushion for future
use, please don't remove the
protective tape.
H
G
A
BC
DEF
IG

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2. Secure Waterblock onto CPU (AMD Socket AM2 /
AM2+)
4
2.4.1
motherboard back plate
Standard installation - Install waterblock by
2.4.1.1 Check The Back Plate
Exploded View
H
G
Combine the insulator(C) and the
cushion (B) using the adhesive.
Stick the metal H-type clip(A) with the
insulators (BC). Tear off the protective
layer to adhere it onto the motherboard.
Attach H-type clips(including
ABC)on the back side of
motherboard.
2.3.2.2 Install Waterblock on Motherboard
Exploded View Completed View
1.Insert the screws (D) through the clip(ABC)
into the two holes on the Motherboard.
2.Put the washers (F) along the screws to prevent
the electric current.
3.Put the stand offs (I) along the screws to fix the
screws on the motherboard.
4.Apply a thin layer of thermal compound(G) onto
the processor.
5.Place waterblock on the processor through the
screws and fix it by thumb nuts(E).
AMD AM2
Motherboard
Components for
AMD AM2/AM2+:
G-Thermal
compound
H-38mm screws
Remove the retention
frame from motherboard.
2.4.1.2 Install Waterblock on Motherboard
Check Your Back Plate!
Completed View
1.Apply a thin layer of thermal compound(G)onto
the processor.
2.Place waterblock on the processor.
3.Secure the waterblock on the motherboard
by using screws(H).
G
H
A
C
B
E
A
I
F
D
G
A
C
B
A. If the back plate does have threaded
standoffs, please continue with
standard installation 2.4.1.
B. If the back plate does NOT have
threaded standoffs, please continue
with 2.4.2.

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2.4.2.1 Install the Clip on Motherboard
2.4.2 Install waterblock by clips included in package
A-Metal H-type clip
B-Cushion
C-Insulator
D-50mm screws
E-Thumb nuts
F-White washers
G-Thermal compound
I -Stand offs
Components for AMD AM2/AM2+ :
AMD AM2 Motherboard
Remove the retention
module from the motherboard.
Remove the back plate on
back side of motherboard.
Tear off the tape on the back of
the insulator (C) and place it on
the metal H-type clip(A).
Note: Placing the cushion onto
the motherboard with the
adhesive will prevent you from
removing the cushion in the
future. If you are planning to
remove the cushion for future
use, please don't remove the
protective tape.
A
BC
DEF
IG
2.4.2.2 Install Waterblock on Motherboard
Combine the insulator(C) and the
cushion (B) using the adhesive.
Stick the metal H-type clip(A) with the
insulators (BC). Tear off the protective
layer to adhere it onto the motherboard.
Attach H-type clips(including
ABC)on the back side of
motherboard.
Exploded View Completed View
1.Insert the screws (D) through the clip(ABC)
into the four holes on the motherboard.
2.Put the washers (F) along the screws to prevent
the electric current.
3.Put the stand offs (I) along the screws to fix the
screws on the motherboard.
4.Apply a thin layer of thermal compound(G) onto
the processor.
5.Place waterblock on the processor through the
screws and fix it by thumb nuts(E).
A
C
B
E
A
I
F
D
G
A CB

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2.5 Install Water tube
Remove black rubber caps from
the waterblock.
Insert the hose clip through
the tube. Connect the tube with
the waterblock.
Use pliers to tighten the hose clips.
Repeat the steps for the other side.
First determine the length required for
tubing from waterblock to the main
unit. Then cut the tubing accordingly.
Insert the hose clips and
male quick connector
through the tube.
Use pliers to tighten
the hose clips. Repeat the
steps for the other side.
Install Quickconn Connecter
In
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CPU Waterblock
3U bay liquid cooling system

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>> Install the Main Unit
2.6 Install the Main Unit
Remove the drive bay cover
from the selection position.
(The following duagrams are the
Thermaltake Armor plus case.)
Note:
If you use other cases, please install
the Bigwater 780e follow original
5.25" device installation.
You can also sesure the Bigwater 780e
by screws(M).
Bigwater 780e is highly recommended to be installed in the top 3 drive
bays of Thermaltake Xaser VI and Armor Plus Chassis.
Insert the Bigwater 780e
into 5.25 drive bay.
Pull the right-hand side of the lever
to remove the 5.25" device.
Installation complete.
STEP2 2.7 ESA PCB Introduction
a
b
def
g
h
i
c
a. Power connector : Connect the 4-pin power connector .
b. Case LED :Connect to ESA Watercooling LED connector marked in Figure 1(P19).
It is not necessary to connect to chassis if you are not using Thermaltake ESA-compliant
chassis system.
c. LED : Connect LED connector
d. PWM pump : Connect to PWM pump.
e. PWM fan : Connect to PWM fan.
f. USB connector : Connect to USB connector on the motherboard.
g. Water Temp sensor(1) : Connect to Flow TX (Inlet) temperature sensor.
h. Water Temp sensor(2) : Connect to Flow TX (Outlet) temperature sensor.
i. Water Level sensor : Connect to Water Level sensor on the tank .

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a
f
Step 1: Connect the 4-pin power connector of BigWater 780e to power supply.
Power connector cable (a)
2.8 ESA PCB Installation
Please following installation procedure.
Please note that the pins of VCC &
GND must be connected correctly or
it may cause some damage.
Signal Pin
D-
D+
1(Red wire)
2
3
4
Ground
VCC(+5V)
D-
D+
Ground
VCC(+5V)
Step 2: Connect to USB connector on the motherboard.
USB connector cable(f)
Step 3: Connect LED cable from the ESA chassis if
you are using this Watercooling with Tt ESA chassis as well.
Case LED cable(b)
There are two LED connectors on the ESA chassis PCB for Tt ESA
watercooling and Tt ESA power supply. Please connect the ESA Watercooling
status LED cable to the correct connector for ESA Bigwater 780e. For
more detail information, please refer to your Thermaltake ESA
chassis user manual.
Figure 1
ESA Chassis PCB
ESA Watercooling PCB
b

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>> Connect the Quickconn connector
>> Refill Coolant
Open the cap of liquid tank.
Fill the tank up with coolant.
(The following duagrams are the
Thermaltake Armor plus case.)
Connect the
Quickconn connector.
Turn on the PC power switch.
Please make sure liquid is
flowing continuously and
smoothly within the tube.
Close the cap of liquid tank.
Liquid level will decrease when you
power on the system, please keep
filling coolant until the tank is filled up.
STEP3
STEP4
Note:
If you use other chassis, the coolant
should be refilled from the side panel.
In
Out
CPU Waterblock
3U bay liquid cooling system

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Note:
1. If bubbles are forming within the tubing, you may tap the
tubing gently to remove them until all are gone.
2. After installation is completed, please ensure there are no
bent tubings.
Adjust the fan speed.
(800~2500 RPM)
Turn off the PC power switch.
Close the cover of chassis.
>> Power on the system
Turn on the PC power switch.
Installation complete.
STEP5

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Chapter 3. Thermaltake ESA Watercooling
Software User Guide
ESA devices provides real-time monitor and control of Thermaltake PC Chassis，
Thermaltake Power Supply and Thermaltake Water-cooling devices.
Note:
The latest ESA software can be downloading on nvidia.com and will be shipped with
motherboards.
System Requirement:
Supported Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows XP (32-bit & 64-bit)
Microsoft Windows VistaTM
Supported Motherboards:
NVIDIA nTune supports all nForce 680 Platform as well as nForce 780 Platform
motherboards.
Installing NVIDIA ESA softwares
- Before you begin, please make sure your hardware meets the “System Requirements”.
- Uninstall any previous versions of NVIDIA NV Monitor / Performance / System update
before installing the latest version
Installation Instructions
1.Download the zip file, then unzip to a temporary folder.
2.Double-click Setup from your temporary folder.The InstallShield Wizard starts,
and directs you through the rest of the installation process.
3.At the Welcome window, click Next.
4.Read the license agreement, then click Yes if you agree to the terms.
5.At the choose destination location window, browse to locate the folder where you
want to NVIDIA files installed,or just use the default location and click Next.
6.At the InstallShield Wizard Complete window, you can choose to create Desktop
shortcuts and Quick Launch shortcuts items, click Finish..
-
-
-
-
After install the NV Monitor, Performance and System update,
you can see three icons on the desktop of Windows system.

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Please make sure your Thermaltake ESA devices with latest firmware.
Step1:
You need to choose Thermaltake ESA Watercooling.
3.1 System Update
Caution!!
All the latest ESA firmware posted at Thermaltake Website is for products sold and
packaged by Thermaltake. Updating the ESA firmware only if you have problems and you
are sure that the new firmware revision will solve your problems.Careless updating may
result to more problems with the Thermaltake ESA Chassis, Thermaltake ESA Water
Cooler and Thermaltake ESA Power Supply!
For the latest information, please visit www.thermaltake.com

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Step 2:
You need to browse the folder where you put the ESA Watercooling
firmware (for example) file and then open it.

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Step 4:
After finished the firmware update, please click the OK bottom.
Step 3:
Click the load FW button to load firmware.
After selecting the performance icon, the user must select“Accept
End User License Agreement” link and agree to begin using nTune.
3.2 NVIDIA nTune Performance Application

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In the NVIDIA Control Panel under performance item, you can use Device
settings to choose or Watercooler (Figure1). At each device's setting,
you are able to adjust PWM & PWM Fan speed in percentage.
All the adjustment will display in NVIDIA Monitor.
(Figure1)
Once you implement the NVIDIA Monitor software, you are able to
select which components that you want to check its status.
For the Thermaltake ESA watercooling, you will see seven icons
with different function.
Users are able to monitor Water Level, Water Temperature in /
Temperature out.
3.3 NVIDIA Monitor

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While you are using NVIDIA Monitor software, you may click the
arrow to shrink it and adjust any value in NVIDIA Performance as you wish.
Once you finish the adjustment in NVIDIA Performance, you can
double click the NVIDIA Monitor icon on tool bar or
type Ctrl + ALT + C and see the change in NVIDIA Monitor.
3.4 Switch between NVIDIA Monitor & NVIDIA
Performance software
Caution!!
All the latest ESA firmware posted at Thermaltake Website is for products
sold and packaged by Thermaltake. Updating the ESA firmware only if you
have problems and you are sure that the new firmware revision will solve
your problems.Careless updating may result to more problems with the
Thermaltake ESA Chassis, Thermaltake ESA Water Cooler and Thermaltake
ESA Power Supply!
For the latest information, please visit www.thermaltake.com
3.5 Water cooling LED Indication
- Green Light: Good
- Orange Light: Warning
- Red Light: Fail
Note:
If you are using chassis from other brands, the operation status of
BigWater 780e can also be monitored from the LED at the front.
ESA Bigwater 780e install with Thermaltake ESA chassis
ESA Chassis LED ESA Watercooling LED