Ekwb EK-Loop User manual

EK-Loop

Vertical GPU Holder

INSTALLATION MANUAL

1st Revision – September 2, 2020

This product is intended for installation by expert users only. Please

consult with a qualiﬁed technician since improper installation may

result in damage to the equipment. EK assumes no liability whatsoever,

expressed or implied, for the use of this product, nor its installation. The

following instructions are subject to change without notice. Please visit

our website at www.ekwb.com for updates.

Carefully read the manual before beginning with the

installation process!

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. Keep and store the product away from the reach of children.

2. Check the component list and condition of the product before

installation. In case you encounter a problem, contact the shop where

you have purchased the product to get a replacement or a refund.

3. Before installation of the Vertical GPU Holder, power off your

computer and unplug the power cables.

4. EK 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.

5. CPU, GPU, and motherboard are subject to damage if the product is

incorrectly installed.

6. Product design and speciﬁcations may be revised to improve quality

and performance.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WHAT IS ENCLOSED 4

REQUIRED TOOLS 5

DIMENSIONS OF THE VERTICAL GPU HOLDER 6

INSTALLATION GUIDE 7

SUPPORT AND SERVICE 13

SOCIAL MEDIA 13

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WHAT IS ENCLOSED

PCIE Riser Cable (1x)

UNC 6-32x1/4” (5x)

Bracket 1 (1x)

M3x5 Countersunk Screw (6x) Bracket 2 (1x)

M3x20 (2x)

UNC 6-32x3/4” (2x)

M3x4 (3x)

Adhesive Foam - 5 mm (2x)

Adhesive Foam - 2 mm (2x)

Bracket 3 (1x)

Acetal Distancer (2x)

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Acetal Distancer (2x)

M3x5 Countersunk Screw (6x)

M3x20 (2x) UNC 6-32x3/4” (2x) UNC 6-32x1/4” (5x)

M3x4 Pan Head Screw (3x) Protective Foam 2mm (2x) Protective Foam 5mm (2x)

Phillips Head Screwdriver

REQUIRED TOOLS

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DIMENSIONS OF THE VERTICAL GPU HOLDER

20,3

124,5

245

20,3

255

121

20,3

121

142,6

20,8

1,5

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INSTALLATION GUIDE

STEP 1

Assemble the three steel brackets with the six M3x5 countersunk

screws. Depending on how you want to position the GPU holder

inside your PC, you may choose between two options.

STEP 1

Bracket 1

Bracket 2

Bracket 3

M3x5 Countersunk Screw (4x)

OPTION 1

Lower Position

OPTION 2

Upper Position

Bracket 2

Bracket 3 Bracket 3

M3x5

Countersunk

Screw (2x)

In some cases, you may skip the installation of the

»Bracket 3« if it interferes with other components inside

your PC. You should check this before proceeding with

the installation. In most cases, the assembly of »Bracket

1« and »Bracket 2« should provide sufﬁcient load-bearing

capacity, while the »Bracket 3« will provide additional

stiffness and stability for the whole GPU Holder.

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STEP 2

Stick two protective adhesive foams, as indicated in the diagram.

The »2mm protective foam« should be enough for the protection of

your GPU during installation. In some cases, you may use the »5mm

protective foam« (also enclosed in the package) for the extra support

of your GPU.

STEP 2

STEP 3

Attach the PCIE riser cable to the brackets assembly with three

M3x4 Phillips pan head screws.

STEP 3

M3x4 Phillips Pan

Head Screw (3x)

Protective Foam

Riser Cable

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STEP 4

Before you mount the GPU, make sure the PCIE latch is not closed – it

must be pushed to the right side.

Carefully mount the GPU onto the GPU Holder, using two UNC

6-32x1/4 screws. Pay special attention not to damage the GPU.

STEP 4

GPU

UNC

6-32x1/4

Secure the GPU by moving the PCIE latch that is positioned

underneath it, to the left. You may use a credit card, screwdriver, or

similar item to move the latch.

PCIE Latch

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STEP 5

STEP 6

Remove the two screws at the bottom right side of the motherboard.

Compare one of the removed screws with the M3x20 and UNC

6-32x3/4 from the package to determine which have the same

thread diameter. Later on, you will have to use the correct type of

screws to attach the GPU Holder.

STEP 6

PCIE

Brackets

Save the

screws

for later

Motherboard

Screws

Check

motherboard’s

screw diameter

Φ3 mm (M3x20)

Φ3,5 mm (UNC

6-32 x 3/4”)

STEP 5

Before you start to assemble the Holder with the GPU

to the motherboard, make sure that your computer is

powered off and the PSU power cable unplugged. It is

also recommended that you put your computer with the

motherboard in a horizontal position before you continue

with the installation process.

Remove the six appropriate PCIE brackets from your case. Which

brackets you need to remove depends on the installation option you

chose at STEP 1.

Save all removed screws - you’ll need them later.

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