Koolance MB-PLTASR2E User Manual

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Final installation of the MB-PLTASR2E

MB-PLTASR2E with

Koolance MVR-40

Thermal Paste Areas

Thermal Pad Areas

MB-ASR2E, MB-PLTASR2E Install Guide v 1.0

NOTE: The MB-ASR2E and MB-PL T ASR2E are designed for the ASUS Rampage
II Extreme motherboard. The motherboard should be removed from the chassis
in order to install this cooling device.

CAUTION: Removal of the original heat sink my void your manufac­turer’s hardware warranty. Please consult the manufacturer if unsure,

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and keep all original parts in case of a return/RMA.

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Remove all 10 spring-screws from the
bottom side of the motherboard.

The top heat pipe assembly can now
be carefully removed to expose the
motherboard.

Begin removal of the original heat pipe assembly by
unscrewing the small DRAM Power Card heat sink
(there are 4 screws). Unplug the heat sink wire.

This will expose the DRAM Power Card, which also
needs to be removed.

Carefully pull the DRAM Power Card straight up
from the motherboard until the connection pins
are freed.

The DRAM Power Card and heat sink will need
to be reinstalled later.

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The bottom side of the Koolance MB­ASR2E and MB-PLTASR2E have 2
areas that require the application of
thermal pads (included).

The MB-PLTASR2E heat transfer plate
requires the attachment of a water block to
the northbridge area. Possibilities include the
Koolance CHC-120, CHC-122, CHC-125, or
MVR-40 (not included).

There are various holes provided for
installation. Some of the original water block‘s
hardware will likely be needed to mount to the
heat plate.

Before assembly, be sure to apply thermal
compound in between the water block and
MB-PLTASR2E heat transfer plate.

Thermal pads have plastic
film on one side that
must be removed before
application.

MB-PLTASR2E with

Koolance CHC-122

Original thermal paste may
present additional resistance while
removing the heat pipe assembly.
After removal, wipe any residual
thermal material from the main
chipsets.

Thermal paste is only required on
the northbridge and southbridge
chipsets (indicated to the right).

Spread thermal compound on the chipsets
thinly and evenly using the included paste
packet, or a piece of thick paper (such as a
business card). Thermal paste should not be
placed on any smaller surrounding surface­soldered components.

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The original spring-screws can be utilized.
Alternatively, use the included Koolance mounting
screws and insulating washers.

Replace the DRAM Power Card and heat sink. The original 4 screws are used to
secure it to the MB-PLTASR2E or MB-ASR2E. Plug the heat sink wire back into
the motherboard.

Final installation of the MB-ASR2E

Place the Koolance MB-ASR2E or MB­PLTASR2E over the motherboard and
replace all spring-screws on the reverse
side of the board.

CAUTION: The MB-PL T ASR2E and MB-ASR2E cool the northbridge,
southbridge, and nearby components. Removing the stock heat pipe

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assembly also exposes two voltage regulator areas (which must be
cooled). In conjunction with this product, Koolance recommends the
following for the ASUS Rampage II Extreme:

2 x Koolance MVR-40 water blocks
1 x Koolance MVR-PLTAS72 heat transfer plate
1 x Koolance MVR-PLT76 heat transfer plate