EKWB Backplates - Reference GTX980

[TieBomber232]

Currently I have a MSI reference design & reference cooler 980 with no backplate, just wanted to make it look a little nicer with a backplate.

Anyone know if EK's backplates work without having a waterblock attached because their website isn't written in the best English.

 

ref: https://shop.ekwb.com/ek-fc980-gtx-backplate-black " Please note:- The backplate does not serve as a standalone unit and is compatible  with reference GeForce GTX 980 waterblock!"

 

Cheers in advance guys!

[Arwanell]

it says it's not standalone at works only with  EK-FC980 GTX WaterBlock series

[TieBomber232]

I saw, but surely it uses the same screws/mounting if the block isn't there?

[Tetters]

Currently I have a MSI reference design & reference cooler 980 with no backplate, just wanted to make it look a little nicer with a backplate.

Anyone know if EK's backplates work without having a waterblock attached because their website isn't written in the best English.

 

ref: https://shop.ekwb.com/ek-fc980-gtx-backplate-black " Please note:- The backplate does not serve as a standalone unit and is compatible  with reference GeForce GTX 980 waterblock!"

 

Cheers in advance guys!

There are a few sites you can buy from - check these guys out:

 

http://www.v1tech.com/shop/backplates/msi-dragon-backplates/

 

I would have thought that the EK back plate should work with the card without the waterblock unless its integral to the water block.

[TieBomber232]

There are a few sites you can buy from - check these guys out:

 

http://www.v1tech.com/shop/backplates/msi-dragon-backplates/

 

I would have thought that the EK back plate should work with the card without the waterblock unless its integral to the water block.

Oh damn those are cool, thanks man!

[Arwanell]

I saw, but surely it uses the same screws/mounting if the block isn't there?

it should work yes, check "compatibility list" above the cart

[TieBomber232]

it should work yes, check "compatibility list" above the cart

Oh oops I missed that Apparently they've visually checked it using 3D CAD but I still have no idea whether it needs the block which is annoying but thanks :3

[Arwanell]

Oh oops I missed that Apparently they've visually checked it using 3D CAD but I still have no idea whether it needs the block which is annoying but thanks :3

contcact them

[Tetters]

Oh damn those are cool, thanks man!

no worries, if you buy one, post your thoughts here ...