EKWB EK-Vector Strix RTX 2080 Ti Backplate operation manual

Installation and mounting manual for EK-Vector Strix RTX 2080 Ti Backplate

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.

STEP 1: GENERAL INFORMATION. Sample picture of ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2080 Ti graphics card.

STEP 2: PREPARING YOUR GRAPHICS CARD

EK-Vector Strix RTX 2080 Ti Backplate is very easy to install. First install EK-Vector Strix RTX 2080 Ti series water block according to its installation manual. If you have it already installed, please check the picture below to see which mounting screws are to be left in their position and which should be removed. Please remove the six (6) M2.5x4 AX1 screws and their PVC washers as well (marked with arrow).

STEP 3: APPLYING THE THERMAL PADS

EK-Vector Strix RTX 2080 Ti Backplate features passive cooling of the printed circuit board and its components therefore it is mandatory to install the enclosed thermal pad. Please install enclosed 1,5mm and 1mm thick thermal pads (Thermal Pad G – 1,5mm (120x24) & Thermal pad F – 1mm (120x16)) as shown on the picture below. You may need to trim the excess thermal pad.

EK-Vector Strix RTX 2080 Ti Backplate

Thermal PAD F – 1mm (120x16mm)

Thermal PAD G – 1,5mm (120x24mm)

All disclosures, notices and warranty conditions are being written on the back of the box.