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How to: Install the Hydro X Series XM2 M.2 SSD Water Block

The Hydro X Series XM2 M.2 SSD Water Block allows you to cool a high-speed M.2 SSD and allowing you to maintain fast data speeds. We have a video and written instructions to help with installation.

 

Video instructions

 

 

Installing the M.2 SSD Water Block

Before installation, make sure that your PC system is powered off.

  1. Remove the protective film from the thermal pads of the mounting clip and water block.
  2. Place your M.2 NVME SSD onto the mounting clip.
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  3. Place the water block onto the M.2 NVME SSD and press down until the mounting clip closes.
  4. Find an available M.2 key M 2280 slot on your motherboard.
    • Make sure you remove any cover and screws; for shorter M.2 cards, ensure no screws remain on the standoffs.
  5. Insert the M.2 NVME SSD into the slot.
  6. Secure the SSD with a screw.
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  7. Install the two XF G1/4" BSPP threaded-type fittings onto the water block ports.
    • Make sure you tighten the fittings by hand. Do NOT use tools to tighten the fittings.
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  8. Install and secure the the water block tubing onto the fittings.

Make sure that you do a leak test before you power on your PC system.

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