Swiftech H20 220 APEX ULTRA PLUS User Manual

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Installation of the MC14 BGA Ramsinks

Common steps:

1. Remove the existing memory heatsink
2. Carefully clean-off the BGA modules with an electronics degreaser

Plug-and-play installation

1. Peel-off the protection paper from the MC14 Ramsink
2. Firmly press the Ramsink onto the BGA module for 5 to 10 seconds. Installation is complete. Please check the "installation issues"
note below before you install the two Ramsinks located directly below the inlet and outlet barb fittings of the MCW60 water-block.

Advanced Installation

For a superior mechanical joint and enhanced thermal conductivity, the MC14 Ramsinks may be permanently attached to the memory
modules using a thermally conductive epoxy glue such as Arctic Alumina or Arctic Ceramique Epoxy. Non electrically conductive or non-
capacitive glue should be used to prevent damage to the memory, thus precluding the use of Arctic Silver Epoxy which is capacitive.
Please refer to http://www.arcticsilver.com for installation guidelines.

Please note again that such installation is permanent and will void your Warranty

1. Peel-off the protection paper from the MC14 Ramsink, and carefully clean off the thermal adhesive with a solvent
2. Carefully clean-off the BGA modules with an electronics degreaser
3. Apply a small amount of epoxy glue to the memory modules.
3. Gently rub the MC14 ramsink on the BGA module in a circular motion in order to spread the epoxy evenly
4. Allow the epoxy to dry following manufacturer instructions.Installation is complete.

Installation issues

Problem: In some instances, there may not be sufficient clearance to install the Ramsinks on the memory modules located directly under
the water-block inlet and outlet.

Solution: Double-checking clearance and remedy

You will need to install a piece of tubing on each of the MCW60 fittings. To do so, we recommend that you rub some liquid soap on the
barb fittings with the tip of your finger. This will ease installation as well as removal of the tubing later on. Then place an MC14 Ramsink
underneath the fitting and onto the memory module (without removing the peel-off tape at first). If there is not enough clerance you can
remedy the problem simply by cutting the pins of the Ramsinks to the appropriate length with a small pair of pliers as shown below:

Shortening the MC14 pins for additional clearance

Installation complete!

Now that you water-blocks are installed, let us move on to the installation of the pump.

UMP INSTALLATION