Thursday, July 6th 2023
EK Introduces Pro Rack Water Block for RTX 6000 Ada GPUs
EK, the leading computer cooling solutions provider, now offers EK-Pro GPU WB RTX 6000 Ada Rack - Nickel + Inox, an enterprise-grade full-cover water block meticulously designed for Nvidia RTX 6000 Ada Generation graphics cards. Crafted to excel in rack mount environments, this cutting-edge water block leverages the power of the Nvidia Ada Lovelace Architecture. Its exceptional construction showcases a CNC-machined nickel-plated copper base, complemented by a laser-cut stainless-steel top, creating a resilient liquid cooling solution that effectively transforms into a space-saving single-slot assembly. It encompasses the entire GPU, VRAM, and VRM components, precisely channeling the cooling liquid over these critical areas to efficiently dissipate heat.
Rack Mount Form Factor
The EK-Pro GPU WB RTX 6000 Ada Rack - Nickel + Inox is a purpose-built water block allowing you to have a professionally liquid-cooled Nvidia RTX 6000 Ada Generation graphics card, perfectly suited for server rack installations. Designed to seamlessly integrate into standard Full Height Full Width (FHFW) server chassis form factors, these EK-Pro Rack GPU water blocks serve as convenient drop-in replacements for both active and passive dual-slot air coolers.
Open Split-Flow Cooling Engine
This latest EK Pro solution employs the highly acclaimed Open Split-Flow cooling engine design, which has established itself as a superior solution for GPU water blocks. One of its standout features is the remarkably low hydraulic flow restriction, enabling seamless compatibility with weaker water pumps or those operating at low-speed settings, all while delivering peak performance. This reduced coolant flow requirement makes it the perfect choice for multi-GPU workstations.
The water block's jet plate and fin structure geometry have been meticulously optimized, ensuring a well-balanced and evenly distributed flow, minimizing losses, and maximizing overall performance. The EK-Pro GPU WB RTX 6000 Ada Rack maintains exceptional cooling efficiency even in scenarios with reversed water flow, consistently exceeding expectations.
Improved Integration and Stability
In this iteration of the EK-Pro WB RTX 6000 Ada GPU water block, you'll discover a POM-crafted terminal block at the rear, equipped with two G1/4" ports. This configuration allows for an effortless integration with EK-Pro QDC kits and manifolds, catering to high-density computing applications. Additionally, the water block incorporates a side-mounted standoff specifically designed for GPU brace application, ensuring a secure GPU mounting experience during chassis transportation and movement.
Machining Composition of EK Pro Water Blocks
The water block's base is CNC-machined out of nickel-plated electrolytic copper, while its top is laser-cut from industry-grade stainless steel. The top plate also features a convenient screw-in PCIe power connector bracket, effectively securing the power connector once the assembly is complete. High-quality EPDM O-Rings guarantee reliable sealing, while the pre-installed brass standoffs ensure the installation process is safe and straightforward.
Special PCIe Expansion Bracket
To enhance the stability and protection of the graphics card, the top of the water block now incorporates the I/O plate, replacing the stock I/O shield. This modification significantly increases the overall rigidity of the assembly and ensures better stability. Moreover, the integrated single-slot I/O plate offers significant advantages in compact workstations and server environments where space and PCIe slot spacing are limited. With this design, the graphics card occupies just a single PCIe x16 slot, freeing up the surrounding slots for additional add-in cards.
Retention Backplate and NVLink Compatibility
The new water block has an included aesthetic retention backplate that improves your graphics card's visual appeal and structural rigidity while providing passive cooling to the backside of the PCB VRM area. The cutouts in the water block top and backplate enable the entire water block and GPU assembly to be fully compatible with the Nvidia NVLink connector.
For precise compatibility, EK recommends using the EK Cooling Configurator. The database undergoes regular updates, mitigating any potential compatibility issues.
Availability and Pricing
EK-Pro GPU WB RTX 6000 Ada Rack - Nickel + Inox water block is assembled in Slovenia, Europe, and available for pre-order on EK Webshop. The product is expected to ship out in late July 2023. The table below shows the manufacturer-suggested retail price (MSRP), VAT included.
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Rack Mount Form Factor
The EK-Pro GPU WB RTX 6000 Ada Rack - Nickel + Inox is a purpose-built water block allowing you to have a professionally liquid-cooled Nvidia RTX 6000 Ada Generation graphics card, perfectly suited for server rack installations. Designed to seamlessly integrate into standard Full Height Full Width (FHFW) server chassis form factors, these EK-Pro Rack GPU water blocks serve as convenient drop-in replacements for both active and passive dual-slot air coolers.
This latest EK Pro solution employs the highly acclaimed Open Split-Flow cooling engine design, which has established itself as a superior solution for GPU water blocks. One of its standout features is the remarkably low hydraulic flow restriction, enabling seamless compatibility with weaker water pumps or those operating at low-speed settings, all while delivering peak performance. This reduced coolant flow requirement makes it the perfect choice for multi-GPU workstations.
Improved Integration and Stability
In this iteration of the EK-Pro WB RTX 6000 Ada GPU water block, you'll discover a POM-crafted terminal block at the rear, equipped with two G1/4" ports. This configuration allows for an effortless integration with EK-Pro QDC kits and manifolds, catering to high-density computing applications. Additionally, the water block incorporates a side-mounted standoff specifically designed for GPU brace application, ensuring a secure GPU mounting experience during chassis transportation and movement.
Machining Composition of EK Pro Water Blocks
The water block's base is CNC-machined out of nickel-plated electrolytic copper, while its top is laser-cut from industry-grade stainless steel. The top plate also features a convenient screw-in PCIe power connector bracket, effectively securing the power connector once the assembly is complete. High-quality EPDM O-Rings guarantee reliable sealing, while the pre-installed brass standoffs ensure the installation process is safe and straightforward.
To enhance the stability and protection of the graphics card, the top of the water block now incorporates the I/O plate, replacing the stock I/O shield. This modification significantly increases the overall rigidity of the assembly and ensures better stability. Moreover, the integrated single-slot I/O plate offers significant advantages in compact workstations and server environments where space and PCIe slot spacing are limited. With this design, the graphics card occupies just a single PCIe x16 slot, freeing up the surrounding slots for additional add-in cards.
Retention Backplate and NVLink Compatibility
The new water block has an included aesthetic retention backplate that improves your graphics card's visual appeal and structural rigidity while providing passive cooling to the backside of the PCB VRM area. The cutouts in the water block top and backplate enable the entire water block and GPU assembly to be fully compatible with the Nvidia NVLink connector.
For precise compatibility, EK recommends using the EK Cooling Configurator. The database undergoes regular updates, mitigating any potential compatibility issues.
Availability and Pricing
EK-Pro GPU WB RTX 6000 Ada Rack - Nickel + Inox water block is assembled in Slovenia, Europe, and available for pre-order on EK Webshop. The product is expected to ship out in late July 2023. The table below shows the manufacturer-suggested retail price (MSRP), VAT included.
5 Comments on EK Introduces Pro Rack Water Block for RTX 6000 Ada GPUs
Anyone who uses hardware of this calibre for work will never play around voiding warranty. A work horse is a work horse.
There's an old saying that goes something along these lines: "don't s%3t where you eat".
In my line of work wherever I see A6000 (or similar cards) being used it's in standardized workstations, which are replaced the same day. In case system dies - NVMe is in caddy, you pull it out, put in the spare system and continue work. Value adder reseller comes and picks up rig and replaces it with another one if they can't fix it on the spot. Minimum down time.
Anyone who can toy around with water cooling workstation card is doing exactly what I'm saying - toying around. Could just as well used a cheaper gaming card.