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- Page 1 For EK-MLC Phoenix series units | 2nd revision, 2018 Pre-filled Modular Liquid Cooling EK-MLC PHOENIX USER GUIDE...
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Page 3: Safety Precautions
If there is any problem, contact the shop where you have purchased the product to get a replacement or refund. 3. EKWB d.o.o. is not responsible for any damages due to external causes, including but not limited to, improper use, problems with electrical power, accident, neglect, alteration, repair, improper installation and improper testing. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENT SCOPE OF DELIVERY GENERAL LIQUID COOLING PARTS CLEANING GUIDE REQUIRED TOOLS PREVENTIVE STEPS VIDEO INSTALLATION GUIDES PART SPECIFICATION LIST PUMP QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE FAN SPLITTER HUB RADIATOR SPACE CONSTRAINT REQUIREMENTS FANS EK-MLC PHOENIX 120 THERMAL GREASE EK-MLC PHOENIX 240 TUBING EK-MLC PHOENIX 360 SUPPORT AND SERVICE... -
Page 5: Scope Of Delivery
SCOPE OF DELIVERY RAD unit CPU unit GPU unit All-in-one expandable liquid cooling unit CPU liquid cooling unit GPU liquid cooling unit Backplate EK-MLC Phoenix (incl. QDC) mechanism Installation manual CPU Mounting mechanism Thermal GPU Mounting Thermal grease mechanism grease REQUIRED TOOLS VIDEO INSTALLATION GUIDES Our official YouTube channel features... -
Page 6: Radiator Space Constraint Requirements
RADIATOR SPACE CONSTRAINT REQUIREMENTS EK-MLC PHOENIX 120 68 mm (2,68 in) 133 mm (5,24 in) Radiator Pump / 4 /... -
Page 7: Ek-Mlc Phoenix 240
EK-MLC PHOENIX 240 133 mm (5,24 in) 68 mm (2,68 in) Radiator Pump / 5 /... -
Page 8: Ek-Mlc Phoenix 360
EK-MLC PHOENIX 360 415 mm (16,34 in) 15 mm (0,59 in) 120 mm (4,72 in) Pump Radiator / 6 /... -
Page 9: Ek-Mlc Phoenix 140
EK-MLC PHOENIX 140 142 mm (5,59 in) 68 mm (2,68 in) Radiator Pump / 7 /... -
Page 10: Ek-Mlc Phoenix 280
EK-MLC PHOENIX 280 68 mm (2,68 in) 142 mm (5,59 in) Radiator Pump / 8 /... -
Page 11: Unit Orientation Limitations
UNIT ORIENTATION LIMITATIONS CAUTION: The orientation limitations stand for all versions of the Phoenix unit. The orientation of the unit is very important, as wrong installation may lead to insufficient cooling performance and premature failure of the unit. Pump Pump Pump Pump Pump... -
Page 12: Ek-Mlc Phoenix Qdc Connections Guide
EK-MLC PHOENIX QDC CONNECTIONS GUIDE Only CPU Module Only GPU Module CPU & GPU Module Two GPU Modules (no CPU Module) EK-MLC Phoenix 120 EK-MLC Phoenix 240 EK-MLC Phoenix 360 ... -
Page 13: Removing The Expansion Balloon
REMOVING THE EXPANSION BALLOON Please remove the expansion bal- loon from your EK-MLC Phoenix and GPU/CPU water blocks; it is recom- mended that you do this before in- stalling the units into your chassis, to prevent any coolant spillage on your PC components. -
Page 14: Installing The Pump/Fan/Radiator Unit
INSTALLING THE PUMP/FAN/RADIATOR UNIT STEP 1: Mounting of the pump/fan/radiator unit requires special attention. Please take the unit and find the enclosed standard fan mounting screws. You will need 4 screws for the 140mm and 120mm version, 8 screws for 240- and 280mm version or 12 screws for 360mm version and a phillips-head screwdriver which is not enclosed in the package. -
Page 15: Installing The Cooling Modules
INSTALLING THE COOLING MODULES Only CPU Module Only GPU Module CPU & GPU Module If you bought the Phoenix with CPU water block, If you bought the Phoenix with GPU water block, If you bought the Phoenix with CPU and GPU follow the instructions for CPU block installation follow the instructions in the GPU water block water blocks, please read pages 15-21 for CPU... -
Page 16: General Information On Waterblock Compatibility
EK-Supremacy EVO Backplate. Compatibility with AMD socket type motherboard is ensured via option- al mounting plate add-ons, available for separate purchase. Please visit www.ekwb.com for more details. WHAT IS ENCLOSED The following items are enclosed with EK-MLC Phoenix unit CPU water block... -
Page 17: Installing The Cpu Cooling Module
INSTALLING THE CPU COOLING MODULE LGA-2011(-3) SOCKET MOTHERBOARDS STEP 1: LGA-2011 M4 Prepare the zip bag containing CPU mounting mechanism screws which was LGA-2011 M4 Thumb Screw enclosed with the EK-MLC Phoenix unit. Thumb Screw Install four (4) specific LGA-2011 M4 thumb screws into four M4 threaded stubs on the LGA-2011 socket integrated latch mechanism (ILM). -
Page 18: Lga-115X Socket Motherboards
STEP 3: Align the water block over the mounting screws on the LGA-2011(-3) motherboard with pre-installed CPU. Before proceeding with the installation It is mandatory to remove the protective foil from the backside of the water block. Place an enclosed compression spring and thumb nut over each M4 thumb screw. - Page 19 STEP 3: Install backplate rubber gasket and place metal backplate for Intel LGA-115x socket to the back of your motherboard RIBBED SIDE UP! (facing away from the motherboard). Align the holes on the motherboard with holes on rubber gasket and backplate. Metal M4 Thumb Backplate...
- Page 20 STEP6: Cleaning the CPU: Wipe the CPU’s contact surface (by using non–abrasive cloth or Q-tip, as shown on sample photo). Non-abrasive Applying thermal compound: EK recommends blob or line method of applying cloth the enclosed EK-TIM Ectotherm thermal compound to the CPU heat spreader (IHS) - see sample photo on right.
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Page 21: Am4 Socket Motherboards
AM4 SOCKET MOTHERBOARDS STEP 1 Install mounting AMD bracket add-on over the Intel mounting plate. Use Philips screw driver to tighten four M4x5 DIN7985 screws to secure it. Please note the orientation of the add-on brackets. It is manda- tory to install them with raised side facing towards copper base. STEP 2 If already installed, please remove the motherboard from your computer and place it on an even surface with front facing up. - Page 22 STEP 4 Preparing backplate rubber gasket The enclosed rubber gasket is essential part of the backplate and mounting system and must be used every time you install this water block on your Metal Outer part motherboard. Backplate With AMD® Sockets you should use whole rubber backplate including the inner core.
- Page 23 STEP 8 Cleaning the CPU: Wipe the CPU’s contact surface (by using non– abrasive cloth or Q-tip, as shown on sample photo). Non-abrasive Applying thermal compound: EK recommends blob or line method of cloth applying the enclosed compound to the CPU heat spreader (IHS) - see sample photo on right.
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Page 24: Connecting The Led
CONNECTING THE LED Plug the LED connector from your Phoenix CPU block to the FAN HEADER (usually labelled as SYS_FAN or CPU_FAN) on your motherboard. Be careful about the orientation of the connector (use picture below as reference). CONNECTING THE MODULES WITH QDC Being modular in design, the EK-MLC Phoenix can be fitted with CPU or GPU water blocks (or both, depending on the variant-see EK-MLC Phoenix QDC Connections Guide). - Page 25 STEP 2: Disconnect the QDC installed on the EK-MLC Phoe- nix with QDC. First you need to press on the button on the QDC to release (disconnect) the mechanism which holds it together. After that you should gently pull it apart and you are done.
- Page 26 STEP 6: Plug in the ATX bridging plug. Make sure nothing except the fan splitter hub is Power supply plugged to the power supply. You must also unplug the fan and the PWM con- ATX cable nectors from the fan splitter hub (Page 10) STEP 7: Turn the power supply on and check that only the pump is running.
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Page 27: Filling Up The System
FILLING UP THE SYSTEM Before starting to fill the system, you should prepare some paper towels in case of dripping. In order to fill up successfully please fol- low the steps below. STEP 1: Use the 6mm Allen key (supplied with every EK water block) to unscrew the plug on the back side of the Phoenix Radiator Core. - Page 28 STEP 5: Plug in the EK-ATX Bridging Plug (EAN 3831109867716) to your male 24- pin ATX PSU cable to jump-start your computer. It is a good practice to also Power supply ATX cable unplug the fans from the fan splitter hub (see page 10). EK-ATX Make sure nothing except the fan splitter hub is plugged to the power supply.
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Page 29: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE In order to obtain the best performance through TIP 3: CLEANING THE UNIT (RELATED TO CHAPTER TROUBLESHOOTING) whole lifespan of the product it is crucial to follow Every 3 years the unit should be thoroughly cleaned. You must let all the these maintenance tips: coolant out. - Page 30 How many water blocks can you add to the loop? Is it possible to flip the fan orientation? A: The EK-MLC Phoenix liquid cooling unit can be upgraded with several ad- A: Yes, however this requires cutting of the zip-ties holding the cables ditional parts.
- Page 31 What thermal performance is to be expected from the Phoenix unit? A: The nominal cooling capacity of the Phoenix units is listed in the table below: dT=10K dT=15K Phoenix 240 * 287W 430W Phoenix 360 * 425W 637W Phoenix 140 ** 179W 269W Phoenix 280 **...
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Page 32: Troubleshooting
3. Kink in the liquid cooling tubing: Very similar symptoms to both above described. Thin-walled tubing may collapse easily under low radius turns or EKWB deems der8auer Delid Die Mate tool safe to be used by when obstructed by other computer chassis elements such as closing side experts for de-lidding of the Intel Skylake CPUs. -
Page 33: The Cooler Is Too Loud
THE COOLER IS TOO LOUD The Phoenix unit is equipped with fast-spinning EK-Vardar high-static pres- General Gigabyte Z170/X99 motherboard guide: 1. Enter UEFI and go to M.I. T . - > PC Health Status sure PWM controlled fans, which run at very high speed if the UEFI/BIOS is not set to control fan speed. -
Page 34: Preventive Steps
5% vinegar, dilluted with 95% water is enough to kill 99.9% of algae 3. Cleaning acrylic (plexi) glass tops: and bacteria that could be present on copper in an unmaintained cooling loop as well. Acrylic will fail prematurely if subjected to even small amounts of alcohol, acetone or other aggressive chemicals. -
Page 35: Part Specification List
PART SPECIFICATION LIST PUMP EK-SPC 60A Pump Type DC centrifugal Pump Bearing Type Ceramic Bearing Ball Rated Voltage 12V DC Operating voltage 8*-13,2 VDC *9v starting Pump RPM 2500 RPM Dimensions (LxWxH) 61,5x61,5x17,5 mm Life Expectancy >50 000 h Max head of pump 1,9 m Operating environment Ambient temperature ....... - Page 36 General characteristics: RPM (tacho) and - 3x 4-pin PWM fan header (Molex KK 254 standard) PWM header - 1x 4-pin PWM pump header (Molex KK 254 standard) Unit main power Fan 1/2/3 header Pump Power - 1x 2-pin tacho/PWM header (Molex KK 254 standard) header header LED light...
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Page 37: Fans
FANS EK-Vardar EVO 120ER EK-Vardar EVO 140ER Fan type Rated Voltage 12V DC 12V DC Power Draw 2.16W 3.86W Max Air Flow 77 CFM = 131 m³/h 108 CFM = 184 m³/h Static Pressure 3.16mm H2O = 31 Pa 3.15 mm H2O = 30.9 Pa Noise Level 33.5 dBA 40.7 dBA... -
Page 40: Support And Service
SUPPORT AND SERVICE For assistance please contact: http://support.ekwb.com/ EKWB d.o.o. Pod lipami 18 1218 Komenda Slovenia - EU SOCIAL MEDIA EKWaterBlocks @EKWaterBlocks ekwaterblocks EKWBofficial EKWaterBlocks...
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