Installation Manual for EK-FB ASUS M9A Monoblock Water Block
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.
Before you start using this product please follow these basic guidelines:
- Please carefully read the manual thoroughly before beginning with the installation process!
- Please remove your motherboard from the computer to assure safest mounting process in order to prevent any possible damages to your CPU and/or motherboard's circuit board (PCB).
- The EK-HFB and EK-ACF type 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 quality, market proved corrosion inhibiting coolants is always strongly recommended for any liquid cooling system.
STEP 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
Sample photo of ASUS Maximus IX Apex
CPU socket
M9A PCH
Mosfets
Do not remove the PCH (SB) Cooler!
BAG CONTENT: Bag content is universal for many water blocks, you may not need all screws.
| M4x8 DIN7984 | M2x8 DIN7985 | M4 PVC washer | M2.5 PVC washer |
| 5pcs | 5pcs | 5pcs | 4pcs |
Thermal grease 2.5mm Allen key
1pc 1pc
Replacement mounting mechanism: FB M9A (EAN:3831109872352)
STEP 1: PREPARING YOUR MOTHERBOARD
REMOVING STOCK COOLER. Remove all 4 encircled screws. DO NOT try to remove 4 standoffs on the front side of the motherboard which are glued to mainboard.
1. APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND. Apply thermal compound on CPU heat spreader (IHS) - see sample photo on right with enclosed EK-TIM Ectotherm thermal grease.
The quantity of about two rice grains is just about right. There is no need to cover the whole IHS. Applying too much thermal grease will have negative impact on the cooling performance!
2. CUTTING THERMAL PADS. Your block comes with thermal pads which needs to be trimmed in order to fit the voltage regulation area (MOSFET) on the motherboard's circuit board. WARNING: DIMENSIONS ON PICTURES BELOW ARE SCALED.
1. Thermal pad F-1.0mm (for mosfets):
1. Thermal pad F-1.0mm (for inductor coils):
STEP 2: PREPARING YOUR MOTHERBOARD
Place 1mm thermal pads in larger strips over marked area and make sure all mosfet chips are covered.
Place 1mm thermal pads in larger strips over marked area and make sure all Inductor chips are covered.
3. PLACING THERMAL PADS ON MOTHERBOARD. Place thermal pads on PCB as shown on the picture.
PLEASE REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE FOIL FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE THERMAL PADS PRIOR TO INSTALLATION!
STEP 3: PLACING THE BLOCK ON TO MOTHERBOARD
PLACING THE BLOCK ON THE MOTHERBOARD. Place the EK-FB ASUS M9A Monoblock series water block gently to the motherboard or vice versa (as shown on photo below). Make sure that mounting holes are aligned.
STEP 4: ATTACHING BLOCK ON TO THE MOTHERBOARD
Prior to fastening the screws please make sure the mounting holes on the motherboard's circuit board are aligned with the water block.
A) Mosfet part: Use three (3) M2x8 screws with PVC washers. Tighten the screws evenly. Do not use excessive force when tightening the screws!
B) CPU part: Use four (4) M4x8 DIN7984 with screws and washers. Tighten the screws using enclosed 2.5mm Allen key.
Use the enclosed screws and washers as shown in picture below:
M4x8 screws
M2x8 screws
PVC washer
For the EK-FB ASUS M9A Monoblock series water block to operate properly the G1/4 port nearest to the right edge of the water block MUST BE USED AS THE INLET PORT. EK recommends the use of EK-ACF fittings. When using fittings other than EK-ACF series please use hose clamps or appropriate substitute to secure the tubing to the barb. The use of biocide containing and corrosion inhibiting coolant is always recommended for any liquid cooling system.
Tubing
IMPORTANT: USE THIS OPENING AS AN INLET PORT!
REQUIRED TOOLS AND MOUNTING SCREWS:
- scissors
- philips screwdriver
- Allen key
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Revision 1.0 Published on February 14th 2017
