Alphacool Eisblock Aurora Acryl GPX-N RTX 3070 Ti Founders Edition Incl. Backplate

Safety Information

❗ Read the safety instructions before starting the installation.

❗ Lesen Sie die Sicherheitshinweise, bevor Sie mit der Installation beginnen.

❗ Lisez les instructions de sécurité avant de commencer l'installation.

Included Accessories

The following accessories are included:

• 2x Thermal pads (15x40x1mm)
• 1x Thermal pad (15x28x1mm)
• 1x Thermal pad (8x84x1mm)
• 1x Thermal pad (8x74x1mm)
• 1x Thermal pad (8x8x1mm)
• 2x Thermal pads (15x40x3mm)
• 1x Thermal pad (15x28x3mm)
• 1x Thermal pad (8x84x3mm)
• 1x Thermal pad (8x74x3mm)
• 1x Thermal pad (30x30x2mm)
• 1x Plug tool ?
• 1x Thermal grease ?️
• 4x M2x5 screws ?
• 4x M2 washers
• 6x M2x11 screws ?
• 2x Screw plugs
• 1x Digital-RGB adapter ?

Compatibility Check

Before starting the cooler assembly, compare your graphics card with the pictures in the Alphacool configurator. Visit hwconfig.com and search for your graphics card or cooler model. You can also compare the PCB number for definitive identification. The cooler is designed for a specific PCB layout. Manufacturers may occasionally revise card designs, which could affect cooler compatibility with later models. During assembly, ensure taller components have adequate clearance and that the cooler does not damage your graphics card.

Alphacool International GmbH is not liable for assembly errors resulting from negligence, such as selecting an incompatible cooler.

Prepare Graphics Card

Place the hardware on an antistatic mat ?️. Begin dismantling the original cooler. Depending on the cooler's structure, first remove the fan screws and carefully unhook the fan connector. If the original cooler uses thermal glue, exercise extreme caution to avoid damaging parts. Handle all components carefully. Clean the hardware of thermal paste or pad residues using a solvent, such as isopropanol alcohol.

Step 1: Prepare Copper Block

Clean the contact surfaces on the bottom side of the cooler with alcohol or a similar cleaning agent. The surface must be free of contaminants. Remove the protective foils from the thermal pads and place the pads on the copper block as shown in the diagram.

[Diagram: Shows placement of thermal pads on the copper base of the water block.]

Step 2: Apply Thermal Pads to PCB

Remove the protective foils from the thermal pads and place the pads on the PCB (Printed Circuit Board) as shown in the diagram. Ensure correct placement for VRMs, memory modules, and other components.

[Diagram: Shows placement of thermal pads on the graphics card's PCB, covering memory chips and VRM components.]

Step 3: Apply Thermal Paste

Using a plastic strip or similar tool, spread a thin layer of thermal paste onto the GPU die. The layer should be less than a millimeter thick to prevent contamination of surrounding components.

[Diagram: Illustrates spreading thermal paste evenly on the GPU chip.]

Step 4: Attach Backplate

Place the backplate onto the graphics card and secure it using the 6 M2x11 screws as shown in the diagram. Ensure the backplate is aligned correctly.

[Diagram: Shows the backplate being attached to the rear of the graphics card with screws.]

Step 5: Mount Water Block

Carefully place the graphics card onto the prepared water block. Fasten the card to the block using the 4 M2x5 screws with M2 washers. Hand-tighten the screws crosswise, one turn at a time, to ensure even pressure.

[Diagram: Shows the graphics card being mounted onto the water block and secured with screws.]

Step 6: Connect Digital RGB LEDs

To control the digital RGB lighting, connect the included adapter to the 3-pin female connector. Plug this into a digital RGB controller (e.g., Alphacool Aurora Eiscontrol, Art.: 15360, sold separately). Additional digital RGB LEDs can be connected to the remaining 3-pin male connector.

[Diagram: Illustrates connecting the RGB adapter to a controller and potential additional LEDs.]

Step 7: Close Unused Inlets

Close any inlets that are not needed for tubing. Screw in the screw plugs using the enclosed tool ?.

[Diagram: Shows screw plugs being inserted into unused ports on the water block.]