Koolance VID-NX460 - Manual

NOTE: The video card should be removed from the chassis in order to install this
cooling device. Most cards using the VID-series blocks are disassembled the same
way, although heat sink assemblies of any given model can vary.
CAUTION: Removal of the original heat sink my void your manufac-
turer’s hardware warranty. Please consult the manufacturer if unsure,
and keep all original parts in case of a return/RMA.
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VID-NX460 Installation Guide v 1.0
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GTX 460 Disassembly Screws
All heat sink assembly screws should be removed. There should
be 4 or more of these on the back of the video card. Also check
below stickers and pads.
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Two G1/4 “plugs” are included
with the VID coolers which can be
placed opposite the desired nozzle
locations.
Connecting VID Coolers in SLI or CrossFire
When connecting multiple VID coolers in series, Koolance offers an optional direct-
connect nozzle. This minimizes liquid routing while avoiding potential conflicts with
hardware in between the video cards.
Koolance VID coolers include redundant
G1/4 threading on both sides. This means
the input/output nozzles can be placed on
either side of the cooler.
Using the Koolance-supplied screws and insulating
washers, tighten each screw on the reverse side of the
card.
Koolance-Supplied Screw and
Insulating Washer
Thermal Paste Area
Gray thermal pads have plastic film on both sides that must
be removed before application. White/Pink thermal pads only
have plastic film on one side (white) that must be removed.
Do this after cutting the proper shapes.
The thermal pad sheet should be cut into
pieces required for your video block contact
areas. Please use the diagram included with
your water block to determine the approximate sizes that
will be needed.
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Thermal paste is only required on the main GPU. The other
areas will utilize the included heat transfer pads.
Spread thermal compound on the GPU thinly and evenly
using the included paste packet, or a piece of thick paper
(such as a business card).
Two different sets of heat transfer pads are included. Each
set has a different thickness, and one should be chosen
that offers best contact with your video card.
Basically, any area of the video card in
contact with the original heat sink will need
new heat transfer material. Place heat
transfer pads on the corresponding areas
of the Koolance water block.
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Place the Koolance block onto the video card so the
mounting screws will align.
Carefully remove the heat
sink. Original thermal paste
may present resistance during
removal.
Unplug the heat sink fan wire.
Wipe away any residual thermal
material from the main GPU
c h i p s e t , m e m o r y, o r o t h e r
areas.
The included LED cable can be optionally
installed into the bottom edge of the VID-
NX460. It will connect to the video card’s
fan header.
Slide each LED light into the small
receptacles in the edge of the acrylic
water block body. A small drop of hot
glue can help hold each LED in place.