EK Water Blocks EK-FC670 GTX
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1. holes on the water block Also pay attention the GPU core and continue outwards Always use a PVC washer under each and every not to use too much force by pressing block down to PCB Chip dies are prone to screw cracking Use 11 enclosed PVC washers underneath each Use 11 screws M3x4 9 screw 3 ATTACHING BLOCK TO GRAPHIC CARD By using Philips screwdriver screw in enclosed M3x4 DIN7985 screws EKWB recommends start screwing the screws around 2 gt kA d P r g o oro n gt ir o 2 ofze ES Temporarily remove the water block to check for uniform surface contact between the block and the components pay special attention to the VRM section of the graphics card Check whether the water block makes contact with the VRM Then repeat sub steps in previous section to re attach the block In case you fail to obtain good contact please check again your thermal pad thickness or contact our support service Use one M3x6 screw one PVC washer and one M3 nut to secure the I O also known as PCI bracket firmly to the circuit board This will allow the computer chassis to carry the weight of the water block thus reducing the tension to the PCI express slot Tighten the screw with Philips head screwdriver while holding the M3 nut with your thumbs firmly M3x6 DIN7985 screw Screw in the fittings in the G1 4 threaded openings on plastic top of the water block EKWB recommends using EK PSC fittings with the EK FC680 series w2. on the EKWB website Please read terms of use Released on 26 of June 2012 Revision 1 0
3. aae i In the bracket required only on certain models eee Y gp oY i BEES ES Dee NVIDIA waaa N STEP 2 cont PREPARING YOUR GRAPHIC CARD 1 cont REMOVING STOCK COOLER Remove all encircled screws All heat sink assembly screws should be removed including self adhesive washers on both sides of the PCB if all screws securing it to the board Wipe off the remains by using non abrasive present There are up to 10 screws on the back of the graphics card After you remove the cloth or gtijp as shown on sample photo of the original thermal compound until fan housing unplug the fan and also remove two push pins securing the aluminium VRM the components and circuit board are completely clean EKWB recommends the heatsink to the circuit board use of denatured alcohol for removing TIM leftovers 2 CLEANING THE PCB Carefully detach the original stock cooler after removing 3 APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND re thermal 4 CUTTING THERMAL PADS Your block comes with thermal pads some of which are already pre cut Others compound lightly coat nVidia GPU chip with for example have to be cut to smaller chunks in order to cover all the VRM components such as MOSFETs and drivers PLEASE Arctic Cooling MX 2 MX 4 or GELID GC Extreme REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE FOIL FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE THERMAL PADS PRIOR TO INSTALLATION thermal grease EKWB recommends to apply thermal Replacement thermal pads Thermal P
4. ad B 1 0mm 75x50mm Thermal Pad A 1 0mm 100x16mm grease in cross form for best performance see sample 2 Thermal pad B 1 0mm picture for VRM 1 Thermal pad A 1 0mm for memory IC 16 STEP 3 INSTALLING WATER BLOCK 1 PLACING THERMAL PADS ON PCB Place thermal pads on chips so that numbers on chips match size of thermal pads EKWB made sure users have more than enough pads to cover all surfaces that need to be covered to make block fully functional EKWB recommends using small drops of electrically non conductive for example Arctic Cooling MX 2 MX 4 or GELID GC Extreme thermal grease on each phase regulator that is being covered with thermal pad in order to even further improve the thermal performance of the EK FC670 series water block ee Fi r ET Some 4GB editions of NVA P2004 equivalent graphics cards have 8 RAM chips eg If four more RAM chips are present on these otherwise empty solder pads please place 1mm thermal pads 1 eo T on them as well AR E oe F ki p ae All disclosures notices and warranty conditions are being written on the EKWB website Please read terms of use Released on 26 of June 2012 Revision 1 0 2 PLACING BLOCK TO GRAPHIC CARD Carefully position the water block with preinstalled 2 5mm standoffs on to the graphics card During this process please make sure you align mounting holes on PCB with
5. ater blocks To ensure that 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 EK PSC Fitting a4 tky Ag AAEH we i te AR i k bx I b b b 5 r Aa N ed _ S SE a LS eS p INSTALLING EK FC LINK Alternatively you can install the enclosed EK FC Link which allows installation of both EK FC Bridge system as well as the use of G1 4 threaded fittings Please remove the middle M4x8 DIN7984 screw install the EK FC Link together with OR 14x1 5mm gaskets and secure it with enclosed M4x25 DIN7985 screw Use enclosed 2 5mm Allen hex key Carefully lift your graphics card with installed block and insert it in your PC s motherboard PCI express expansion slot Please bear in mind that your graphics card is probably heavier than when it was equipped with original heat sink fan assembly One needs to be very careful when handling the graphics card Avoid all un needed manipulation of the VGA water block assembly that might damage your card or water block during final installation Once installed you can install two preferably angled G1 4 threaded fittings or any EK FC Bridge CSQ series interconnect ser a or parallel REQUIRED TOOLS AND MOUNTING SCREWS ScCiSSOrs philips or torx T6 screwdriver I OR 14x1 5mm thermal grease All disclosures notices and warranty conditions are being written
6. ekwbD Installation and mounting manual for EK FC670 GTX water block 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 web site at www ekwb com for updates Before 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 1 Please carefully read the manual before through before beginning with the installation process 2 Please remove your motherboard from the computer to assure safest mounting process in order to prevent any possible damages to your CPU and or motherboard s circuit board PCB 3 The EK High Flow and EK PSC type 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 4 ion i The use of corrosion inhibiting coolants is always recommended for any liquid cooling system STEP 1 GENERAL INFORMATION Sample picture of nVidia GeForce GTX 670 NVA P2004 equivalent STEP 2 PREPARING YOUR GRAPHIC CARD ie wil ae 4 1 REMOVING STOCK COOLER Remove encircled screw on s Ea
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