Ekwb EK-Classic GPU Water BlockRTX 2080Ti D-RGB Bedienungsanleitung

INSTALLATION MANUAL

GPU WATER BLOCK

EK-Classic GPU Water Block

RTX 2080Ti D-RGB

2nd Revision, June 24th 2020

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This product is compatible with RTX 2080 and RTX 2080 Ti graphics

card. It is intended for installation by expert users only. Please consult

with a qualiﬁed technician since improper installation may result

in damage to the equipment. EK 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 the installation

of this product, please read important notice, disclosure, and warranty

conditions printed on the back of the box.

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 and to prevent any possible damages 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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD 4

INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK ON RTX 2080/RTX 2080 TI GRAPHICS CARD 7

CHECKING FOR CONTACTS 8

INSTALLATION OF FITTINGS AND TUBING 8

INSERTING THE GRAPHICS CARD IN THE PC CASE 9

REQUIRED TOOLS 9

CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP 10

SUPPORT AND SERVICE 11

SOCIAL MEDIA 11

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PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD

STEP 1

REMOVING THE FACTORY-PROVIDED BACKPLATE

Remove all encircled screws using a Phillips head screwdriver.

All heat sink assembly screws should be removed, including self-

adhesive washers on both sides of the PCB (if present).

STEP 2

REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER

Remove all encircled screws using a Phillips head screwdriver (4

springs) and a 4mm hex socket. All heat sink assembly screws

should be removed, including self-adhesive washers on both sides

of the PCB (if present). After the removal of housing, do not forget

to unplug the fans.

STEP 1

STEP 2

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STEP 3

CLEANING THE PCB

Carefully detach the original stock cooler after removing all screws that

are securing it to the board. 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.

STEP 4

APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND

Wipe off the remains of the original thermal compound using a

nonabrasive cloth or Q-tip until all components and circuit board are

completely clean.

Applying Thermal Compound: Lightly coat the NVIDIA GPU chip with

enclosed EK-TIM Ectotherm thermal grease. For best performance,

EK recommends applying thermal grease in the form of a cross (see

sample image).

STEP 3

STEP 4

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STEP 5

CUTTING THERMAL PADS

Your GPU water block comes with thermal pads, some of which are

already pre-cut, while others have to be cut into smaller chunks to cover all

the VRM components such as MOSFETs, drivers, and COILs.

You must remove the protective foil from both sides of the thermal

pad before installation.

Replacement thermal pads:

Thermal Pad E – 0.5mm (RAM 8x) – EAN: 3830046996688

Thermal Pad F – 1mm (120x16mm) – EAN: 3830046996732

STEP 6

PLACING THERMAL PADS ON PCB

Place thermal pads on the circuit board, as shown in the picture. Refer to

numbering in the previous picture when applying thermal pads of different

sizes or thicknesses. EK made sure to provide you with more than an

adequate quantity of thermal pads to complete this Step.

1: Thermal pad E – 0.5mm (for memory IC):

100

1 11 1

RTX 2080

RTX 2080 Ti

1 1 1

2: Thermal pad F – 1.0mm (for MOSFETs and COILs):

120

MAX 8 mm wide

thermal pad

MAX 8 mm wide

thermal pad

STEP 5

STEP 6

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INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK ON RTX 2080/RTX 2080 TI GRAPHICS CARD

STEP 1

PLACING THE WATER BLOCK ON THE GRAPHICS CARD

Carefully position the water block with preinstalled standoffs on

the graphics card. During this process, please make sure you have

aligned mounting holes on the PCB with holes on the water block

(same applies to other tops).

Pay attention not to use too much force when pressing the

block down to the PCB since chip dies are prone to cracking.

This procedure is the same for all Full Cover water blocks.

STEP 2

ATTACHING THE BLOCK TO THE GRAPHICS CARD

Use a Phillips head screwdriver with the enclosed M2.5 x 4 AX1

screws. EK recommends you start tightening the screws around

the GPU core and continue outward. Always use a plastic washer

under each screw! If the washer is already present on the circuit

board (usually around GPU core screw-holes), there is no need for

additional washers.

For this Step, you will need:

Phillips-head

screwdriver

M 2.5x4 AX1

12 pcs

M 2.5 PVC washer

12 pcs

M2,5x4 AX1

STEP 1

STEP 2

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CHECKING FOR CONTACTS

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 that

thermal pads are placed correctly or contact our support service

at www.ekwb.com/support.

INSTALLATION OF FITTINGS AND TUBING

Screw-in two (2) G1/4 threaded male ﬁttings. Attach the liquid

cooling tubes and connect the water block(s) to the cooling loop.

EK recommends using EK-Fittings with this water block.

To ensure the tubes are securely attached to the barb/ﬁttings, please

use hose clamps or an appropriate substitute.

You can use any opening as an inlet/outlet port.

Do not forget to plug the remaining two openings with enclosed

EK-Plug G1/4 or its equivalent.

CAUTION: In case of using connectors other than EK Compression

Fittings, pay special attention to the length of the ﬁttings’ male G1/4”

thread. 5mm is the maximum G1/4” thread length allowed!

EK-Plug G1/4

Tubing

EK Fitting

STEP 1

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INSERTING THE GRAPHICS CARD IN THE PC CASE

Carefully lift your graphics card with the installed water block and

insert it into your PC’s motherboard PCIexpress expansion slot.

Please bear in mind that your graphics card is very likely 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 VGA-water block

assembly that might damage your card or water block.

REQUIRED TOOLS

Phillips-head screwdriver Scissors

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CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP

D-RGB LED Connector

STEP 1

Plug the 3-pin D-RGB connector from your GPU Water Block into a

D-RGB header on your motherboard or controller. The LED Strip will

only work if the pin layout on the header is as follows: +5V, Data,

Empty, Ground.

Incorrect installation or choosing the incorrect header may

result in damage to the LED Strip or the header itself!

STEP 1

D-RGB Header

RGB Header

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