EK-Quantum
Vector Dual EVO RTX 2070/2080
GPU WATER BLOCK
INSTALLATION MANUAL
This product is compatible with 2070/80 Dual Evo graphics cards. It
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:
Please carefully read the manual before beginning with the
installation process!
Please remove your graphics card from the computer to assure
safest mounting process in order to prevent any possible
damages to your GPU and/or graphics card 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 a lways recommende d
for liquid cooling systems, and mandatory for nickel plated
water blocks!
Do not use pure dist illed water! For best results EK recommends
the use of EK-CryoFuel 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 CONTENT
PREPARING YOUR GRAPHIC CARD 4
INSTALLING THE WATER BLOCK 7
CHECKING FOR CONTACTS 8
INSTALLATION OF FITTINGS AND TUBING 8
INSERTING THE CARD IN YOUR PC CASE 9
REQUIRED TOOLS 9
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP (optional) 10
SUPPORT AND SERVICE 11
SOCIAL MEDIA 11
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PREPARING YOUR GRAPHIC CARD
STEP 1
STEP 1
REMOVING THE FACTORY PROVIDED BACKPLATE
Remove all marked screws using 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 marked screws using Phillips screwdriver. All heat sink
assembly screws should be removed, including self-adhesive
washers on both sides of the PCB(if present). After you remove the
housing do not forget to unplug the fans.
STEP 2
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