Gigabyte AORUS GeForce RTX 5090 XTREME WATERFORCE WB 32G GDDR7 Graphics Card - GIGABYTE - AORUS

A 'WATERFORCE WB' (Water Block) graphics card comes with a pre-installed water block designed to be integrated into a custom liquid cooling loop. A regular card typically uses air cooling (fans and heatsinks) or an All-In-One (AIO) liquid cooler, which is a self-contained unit.

Yes, absolutely. The Gigabyte AORUS GeForce RTX 5090 XTREME WATERFORCE WB requires a full custom liquid cooling loop, including a pump, reservoir, radiator(s), tubing, and fittings. It does not function as a standalone air-cooled or AIO solution.

You must register your product online on the official GIGABYTE AORUS website within 30 days of your purchase date. Failure to do so may result in only the standard warranty period applying.

Info needed: [A specific PSU wattage recommendation, e.g., A high-quality 1000W or higher power supply is strongly recommended to ensure stable operation for the RTX 5090 and a custom liquid cooling system.]

Yes, with its powerful GeForce RTX 5090 GPU and massive 32GB of GDDR7 memory, this card is exceptionally well-suited for demanding professional applications, including AI development, machine learning, complex 3D rendering, video editing, and scientific simulations.

The water block itself generally doesn't require direct cleaning unless the loop is being drained and serviced. The main maintenance involves regularly cleaning dust from radiators and fans, and flushing/replacing the coolant in your custom loop every 6-12 months, depending on the coolant type and manufacturer recommendations, to prevent biological growth or particulate buildup.

The patented leak detection system is an integrated safety mechanism that can identify the presence of liquid where it shouldn't be within the water block. If a leak is detected, it will trigger an alert, allowing you to power down your system quickly and mitigate potential damage to your components.

Double-check all power connections to the graphics card from the PSU. Ensure the card is fully seated in the PCIe slot. Verify display cables are connected to the graphics card, not the motherboard's integrated graphics ports. Check motherboard BIOS for PCIe slot settings.

Verify the water block is properly mounted and making full contact with the GPU die. Ensure your pump is running and there's flow in the loop. Check radiator fans for proper operation and airflow direction. Bleed any air trapped in the loop, as air bubbles can reduce cooling efficiency.

Immediately power down your entire PC. Carefully inspect all fittings, tubing, and the water block for any visible signs of liquid. Identify the source of the leak, drain your system, replace or repair the faulty component, and perform another thorough leak test before powering up again. Contact GIGABYTE support if unsure.

Ensure the RGB cable from the card is correctly connected to the motherboard's RGB header or an external RGB controller. Install or update the GIGABYTE/AORUS RGB Fusion software and use it to configure lighting effects. Check if another RGB software is conflicting.

Ensure you have the latest NVIDIA graphics drivers installed. Check your power supply unit's wattage and make sure it can handle the load of the RTX 5090 and your entire system. Monitor GPU clocks and temperatures using monitoring software to detect throttling. Ensure sufficient airflow through radiators.