Important Information
Please note the installation of the product is intended to be undertaken by an adequately trained and experienced person. You are installing the product at your own risk. If you are not properly trained or experienced or feel unsure about the installation procedure, please refrain from installing the product yourself and contact EKWB tech support for assistance. EKWB disclaims liability for any damages to the product as well as incidental, consequential, or indirect damages incurred due to improper or inappropriate installation.
Before You Start
Before you start using this product, please follow these basic guidelines:
- Carefully read the manual before beginning with the installation process.
- Remove your motherboard from the computer for the safest mounting process to prevent any possible damage to your water block or its circuit board (PCB).
Box Contents
The package includes:
- EK-Quantum Momentum² ROG Maximus Z690/Z790 Extreme I/O Cover - Black
- Screw M2 x 4 (3 pcs)
A line drawing shows the EK-Quantum Momentum² ROG Maximus Z690/Z790 Extreme I/O Cover - Black, a long, slender component with connector cutouts at one end. A diagram shows a Phillips head screw labeled 'Screw M2 x 4 (3 pcs)'.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions: 295.70 x 30.20 x 21.40 mm
The purpose of the EK-Quantum Momentum² ROG Maximus Z690/Z790 Extreme I/O Cover - Black is to replace the stock motherboard I/O cover and allow mounting the Vector² ABP (Active Backplate) sets.
The I/O shield is fully compatible only with:
- ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme
- ROG Maximus Z790 Extreme
- ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial
Installation Guide
Preparing the Motherboard
Important! Before starting, make sure to have a clean, flat surface to work on. Putting foam or soft material to lay the motherboard on is recommended.
A diagram of a motherboard illustrates screw locations for removing the backplate. Arrows point to six screws on the back and one additional screw marked in red on the back. The text indicates to unscrew from the frontside and backside.
Removing the Backplate
Using a Philips head screwdriver, unscrew six (6) screws. Rotate the motherboard and remove an additional one (1) screw (Red marked in the picture). Carefully detach the connectors from the motherboard and remove the backplate. Save the screws! The same screws will need to be used to attach the supplied custom-made I/O Cover.
To detach the stock I/O side cover, the lower stock heatsink will have to be loosened as well.
For this step, you will need: [Phillips Head Screwdriver]
Removing the Stock I/O Cover
From the backside of the motherboard, unscrew one (1) marked screw. Detach the cover and save the screws.
For this step, you will need: [Phillips Head Screwdriver]
A diagram of a motherboard shows an arrow pointing to a screw location on the backside, indicating where to unscrew the stock I/O cover.
Transferring the Stock Mechanism
An exploded view diagram illustrates the stock I/O mechanism parts: one plastic cover, two springs, and two key covers. It shows how these parts are transferred to the EK's I/O Cover using M2 x 4 screws. Be careful that you assemble the mechanism back exactly as it was.
To detach the stock I/O side cover, the lower stock heatsink will have to be removed or at least loosened.
Assemble the I/O Cover and the Motherboard using the same stock screws.
Support and Service
In case you need assistance, please contact:
https://www.ekwb.com/customer-support/
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