Swiftech MCW6000 NX User Manual

Parts list

Parts QTY PARTS QTY
MCW6000-NX™ water-block 1 6-32 x 7/8” Philips screws 4
Worm drive clamps 2 .600 x .250 Nylon spacer 4
SP4 hold-down plate 1 4-40 Nylon retaining washers 4

This product is intended for expert users. Please consult with a qualified technician for installation. Improper installation
may result in damage to your components. Swiftech 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.swiftnets.com

Céramique thermal compound 1

for updates.

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ITEM NO. QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 1 S604-NOCONA Motherboard & CPU assembly
3 1 spring-backplate retention spring (provided by motherboard vendors)
4 1 chassis
54STANDOFF-0.187
6 1 MCW6000-FLAT MCW6000 waterblock flat base
7 1 SP4-Bckt SP4 Holding plate for Intel Pentium 4 and Xeon

9 4 90272A152-6-32x7-8-philips 6-32 x 7/8" (22mm) Philips screw
10 4 4-40 nylon retaining washer 4-40 nylon retaining washer
11 4 custom_spacer-r1 Nylon spacer .600 x .250 (15 x 6mm)

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Figure 1

1. Preparing your Motherboard

 Remove the existing heat sink and carefully clean the CPU.
 Apply thermal compound: lightly coat the CPU with the provided Céramique™ thermal compound. Follow this link

http://www.arcticsilver.com/ceramique_instructions.htm

for detailed instructions.

Rub some compound in base of water-

block first, and then clean off with lint-

free cloth

Apply small amount of

compound on the CPU heat

spreader

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2. Water-block orientation
For ease of operations during the filling and bleeding procedures, the outlet should always be at the highest point (while the
computer system is standing upright):

3. Water-block installation

The MCW6000-NX water-block uses Intel’s validated retention spring, provided in accordance to Intel specifications by the
motherboard vendors. Installation of the water-block to the processor is identical to that of a standard heatsink, normally
described in the motherboard installation guide. Simply screw down all 4 Philips screws to the chassis standoffs as shown in
Figure 1, and installation is complete.

4. Connecting the water-block(s) to the cooling circuit:

Carefully identify the direction of the flow in your circuit. For the MCW6000 to operate
properly, the fitting located at the center of the water-block MUST BE USED AS THE
INLET. In multi-processor environments, connect the two blocks in series: For example:
from pump discharge to inlet of processor 1, discharge of processor 1 to inlet of processor 2,
and discharge of processor 2 to radiator.

5. Attaching the tubes:

When sold separately, the MCW6000™ ships with worm-drive type hose clamps. Secure the
tubes as shown in figure 2 (shown in this example with an AMD hold-down plate), and tighten

. When sold in kits, the tubes are factory pre-installed with ear-clamps.

firmly

6. Type of Coolant:

Being entirely made of copper, the MCW6000™ may be used with pure water, and does not
necessitate the use of anti-corrosion agents. The use of an algaecide is nonetheless
recommended in any liquid cooling system, and our HydrX™ additive also performs such

Figure 2

Tubes attached with the included
worm-drive clamps

function.

7. Final inspection

Once the installation is completed, it is always a good idea to test the circuit for leaks, prior to
powering up the computer. Do not test the water-block using city water pressure. This
will bow the top of the housing and render the block unusable (and will void your warranty).

Maximum pressure allowable for testing is 25 psi (1.7 bar)

Troubleshooting help is available on our web site at www.swiftnets.com

, or by calling

customer support at 562-595-8009.

IMPORTANT DISCLOSURES

While all efforts have been made to provide the most comprehensive tutorial possible, Swiftech assumes no liability expressed or implied for
any damage(s) occurring to your components as a result of using Swiftech cooling products, either due to mistake or omission on our part in
the above instructions, or due to failure or defect in the Swiftech cooling products.
WARRANTY
Our products are guaranteed for 12 months from the date of delivery to the final user against defects in materials or workmanship. During this
period, they will be repaired or have parts replaced provided that: (I) the product is returned to the agent from which it was purchased; (II) the
product has been purchased by the end user and not used for hire purposes; (III) the product has not been misused, handled carelessly, or
other than in accordance with any instructions provided with respect to its use. This guarantee does not confer rights other than those
expressly set out above and does not cover any claims for consequential loss or damage. This guarantee is offered as an extra benefit and
does not affect your statutory rights as a consumer.

Copyright Swiftech 2004 – All rights reserved – Last revision date: 11-23-04
Rouchon Industries, Inc., dba Swiftech – 1703 E. 28
8769 - E Mail: [e-mail] – URL: http://www.swiftnets.com

th

Street, Signal Hill, CA 90755 – Tel. [phone] – Fax 562-595-

- Information subject to change without notice

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