EK Momentum ROG Maximus XIII Hero D-RGB User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- EK
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- BOX CONTENTS
- REQUIRED TOOLS
- MONOBLOCK DIMENSIONS
- TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRODUCT PARTS
- PREPARING YOUR MOTHERBOARD
- INSTALLING THE MONOBLOCK
- INSTALLING THE I/O COVER
- INSTALLING FITTINGS AND TUBING
- CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP
- TESTING THE LOOP
- SUPPORT AND SERVICE
- SOCIAL MEDIA
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
EK Momentum ROG Maximus XIII Hero D-RGB User Guide
Introduction
This product is intended for installation by expert users only.
Please consult with a qualified technician.
Improper installation may result in damage to your equipment.
EK assumes no liability whatsoever, expressed or implied, for the use of this
product or its installation.
The following instructions are subject to change without notice.
Please, read the manual carefully before beginning with the installation
process.
For updates, you can visit our official website
www.ekwb.com.
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 chassis for the safest mounting process and
to prevent damaging your CPU and/or motherboard’s circuit board (PCB).
EK Fittings require only a small amount of force to screw them firmly in place
since the liquid seal is ensured with the rubber O-ring gaskets.
The use of quality market-proven corrosion-inhibiting coolants is always
strongly recommended for any liquid cooling system.
Do not use pure distilled water as a cooling liquid! For best results, EK
recommends the use of EK Cory Fuel Coolants.
Make sure to bleed air out of your water block thoroughly in order to reach
optimal performance.
EK only guarantees compatibility with included EK-brand thermal pads.
Installation process, cooling performance and block contacts are tested
exclusively with EK-brand thermal pads. Listed thermal pad thicknesses apply
only to thermal pads included in the package.
EK does not guarantee compatibility with aftermarket alternatives for thermal
interface material.
BOX CONTENTS
EK-Quantum Momentum ROG Maximus XIII Hero D-RGB
| EK-TIM Ectotherm (1g) (1 pc)
| PA M4 Washer 0.8 mm (5 pcs)
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PA M2.5 Washer 0.5 mm (5 pcs)
| PA Self Adhesive M2.5 PVC Washer 0.7 mm (5 pcs)
M4x8 DIN7984 Screw (5 pcs)
| M2.5 x 5 AX1 Screw (5 pcs)
| Allen Key 2.5. mm (1 pc)
| Thermal Pad F 1.0 mm (3 pcs) EAN 3830046996732
REQUIRED TOOLS
| Phillips Head Screwdriver | Scissors |
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MONOBLOCK DIMENSIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRODUCT PARTS
Technical Specification:
Dimensions (monoblock) (L x H x W): 122 x 26.5 x 135 mm
D-RGB (Adressable RGB) Cable Length: 500 mm
D-RGB LED Count: 6 (Plexi version) D-RGB Connector: Standard 3-Pin (+5V,
Data, Blocked, Ground)
| Position | EAN | Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 103598 | Metal plate | 1 |
| 2 | 102725 | Standoff M4/M4 x 11 | 4 |
| 3 | 103307 | Standoff Φ9.9/5.5 x 2.3 | 4 |
| 4 | 8533 | Standoff M4/M2.5 x 2.5 | 3 |
| 5 | 103592 | Copper – MOSFET N (Ni) | 1 |
| 6 | 103594 | Copper – MOSFET W (Ni) | 1 |
| 7 | 103595 | Top Plexi | 1 |
| 103596 | Top Acetal | ||
| 8 | 103597 | Top Acetal Stickout | 1 |
| 9 | 100663 | EK RGB Badge | 1 |
| 10 | 9039 | M4 x 18 DIN7991 Screw | 4 |
| 11 | 100629 | Jet Plate | 1 |
| 12 | 1724N | Copper – CPU Coldplate (Ni) | 1 |
| 13 | 5163 | O-ring 18 x 1.5 | 1 |
| 14 | 5209 | O-ring 6 x 1.5 NBR70 | 3 |
| 15 | 8208 | M3 x 8 DIN7991 Screw | 2 |
| 16 | 100199 | LED D-RGB Strip (for plexi version only) | 1 |
| 17 | 5055 | O-ring 118 x 2 N700 | 1 |
| 18 | 9017 | M3 x 18 DIN7991 Screw | 8 |
| 19 | 8980 | Standoff M4/M2.5 x 11.65 | 1 |
| 20 | 5090 | O-ring 23 x 1.5 NBR70 | 1 |
| 21 | 8203 | M3x14 DIN7991 Screw | 2 |
| 22 | 100078 | Main O-ring | 1 |
| 23 | 5024 | O-ring 62 x 1.5 N700 | 1 |
| 24 | 5087 | O-ring 37 x 1.5 NBR70 | 1 |
| 25 | 103600 | Alu – I/O Cover | 1 |
PREPARING YOUR MOTHERBOARD
REMOVING THE PLASTIC I/O COVER
Unscrew the two (2) bottom screws to remove the plastic I/O cover.
Unscrew the two pairs of screws holding the side covers in place.
Put the screws aside as you will have to reattach the covers later.
Remove the two standoffs from the I/O cover. You must use these two standoffs
to attach the included Aluminium I/O cover.
Unplug and remove the RGB LED module from the factory I/O cover and set it
aside.
REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER
Unscrew the four (4) screws. These must be removed in order to remove the
factory-installed MOSFET cooling solution from the motherboard.
After removing the screws, carefully detach the stock cooler and pre-applied
thermal pads. EK provides replacement thermal pads with the water block (see
Chapter: CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS)
CUTTING AND PLACING THERMAL PADS
Your mono block comes with thermal pads that need to be trimmed to fit the
voltage regulation area (MOSFET) on the motherboard’s circuit board.
Place larger strips of thermal pads over the marked area and make sure all
MOSFET and inductor chips are covered, as shown in the picture.
CAUTION: Remove the protective foil from both sides of the thermal pad
before installation.
CAUTION: EK only guarantees compatibility with included EK-brand thermal
pads. Installation process, cooling performance and block contacts are tested
exclusively with EK-brand thermal pads. Listed thermal pad thicknesses apply
only to thermal pads included in the package. EK does not guarantee
compatibility with aftermarket alternatives for thermal interface material.
APPLYING THERMAL COMPOUND
Apply the enclosed EK-TIM Ectotherm thermal grease (thermal compound) on the
CPU heat spreader – IHS – as shown in the image.
The layer of the thermal compound must be thin and even in thickness over the
entire surface of the IHS. Use a plastic spatula (a credit card works great)
to spread the thermal compound across the IHS evenly.
CAUTION: Excessive or uneven application of thermal grease may lead to poor performance!
For this Step, you will need:
Thermal Grease EAN: 3830046998446
INSTALLING THE MONOBLOCK
Carefully place your EK-Quantum Momentum ROG Maximus XIII Hero water block on
the motherboard or vice versa, as shown in the picture. Make sure the holes
are aligned.
Before you fasten the screws, make sure the mounting holes on the
motherboard’s circuit board are aligned with the water block. When tightening
the screws, do not use excessive force!
For the central 4 holes (CPU), use four (4) M4x8 DIN7984 screws with M4
polyamide washers.
Tighten the screws evenly using the enclosed 2.5 mm Allen key.
For the outer 4 holes (MOSFET), use four (4) M2.5×5 AX1 screws with M2.5
polyamide washers.
Tighten the screws evenly using a Phillips head screwdriver.
For this Step, you will need:
M4 x 8 Screw DIN7984 (4 pcs)| M 4 PVC Washer (4 pcs)| Allen Key 2.5 mm| M2.5 x
5 AX1 Screw (5 pcs)| Self-Adhesive M2.5 PVC Washer (5 pcs)| Phillips Head
Screwdriver
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INSTALLING THE I/O COVER
Make sure the factory standoffs are attached to the enclosed I/O cover before
proceeding. Reattach the LED module to the cover.
Place the I/O cover on the motherboard and attach the two side covers with the
factory screws.
Turn the motherboard over and use the original two (2) screws to attach the
I/O cover to the motherboard.
For this Step, you will need:
M2.5 x 5 AX1 Screw (5 pcs)| Self Adhesive M2.5 PVC Washer (5 pcs)| Phillips
Head Screwdriver
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**** Do not forget to plug in the I/O cover LED connector before securing the screws!
INSTALLING FITTINGS AND TUBING
For the EK-Quantum Momentum ROG Maximus XIII Hero D-RGB mono block to operate
properly, the G1/4 port nearest to the right side of the water block (and the
EK badge) MUST BE USED AS THE INLET PORT.
CONNECTING THE D-RGB LED STRIP
Plug the 3-pin connector from the mono block’s D-RGB LED light to the D-RGB
Header on the motherboard. The LEDs will work if the pin layout on the header
is as follows: +5V, Data, Empty, Ground.
TESTING THE LOOP
To make sure the installation of EK components was successful, we recommend you perform a 24-hour leak test.
When your loop is complete and filled with coolant, connect the pump to a PSU
outside of your system.
Do not connect power to any of the other components.
Turn on the PSU and let the pump run continuously.
Inspect all parts of the loop and in case the coolant leaks, fix the issue and repeat the testing process. To prevent possible damage, ensure that all hardware is dry before the system is powered on.
SUPPORT AND SERVICE
In case you need assistance or wish to order spare parts or a new mounting
mechanism, please contact:
https://www.ekwb.com/customer-support/
For spare parts orders, refer to the page with “TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRODUCT PARTS” where you can find the EAN number of each part you might need.
Include the EAN number with quantity in your request. Mounting Mechanism EAN can be found under “BOX CONTENTS”.
Thermal pads are readily available in the EK shop.
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