I'd just install a couple of Scythe S-Flex F fans on a Potentiometer.
Temp control over complicates things and also fails.
If the air is moving in the credenza, that should be all that matters.
Couldn't agree more. Best case I've ever owned. And the water cooling options now have me running two loops.
I think the rad and pump manufacturers should be promoting MM cases since they likely increase their sales dramatically.
I can tell you what the answer will be.
Pick from any of the following as these will be the most recommended and they are not represented in any order but alphabetical:
Antec P180B
CoolerMaster Stacker 8xx
Lian Li V1000/V2000
SilverStone TJ07/09
I believe these recommendations are...
I can assure you there is plenty of room for dual 8800GTX cards in a MM case. Even with the EK Full Cover Water Blocks, the distance from the top of the PCIe slot to the top of the block is under 5 1/4" and the removable motherboard tray has plenty of clearance.
The top of the tray is 7"...
Yeah. That's what I'm thinking as well. Since one loop will only be cooling my NB and SB on a 120.2, it will likely be putting cooler water in the res than the CPU/GPU loop being cooled by the 120.3.
Time will tell.
It's an interesting conundrum. I'm in the process of setting up two loops with a common EK Reservoir. I'm thinking the higher temp loop will be cooled to match the lower temp loop. Then again, as you point out, the lower temp loop can also be viewed as running at a higher temp.
I guess I...
Of course leaks are a possibility. They can, however, be prevented when leak testing is done.
Here is a good guide to lower your risk of frying your high $$$ components:
Guide to WaterCooling and Leak Testing
It's probably less than you might think, but no way to know until you tell them exactly what you want. Send them an email and they will send you a quote.
Ben will usually reply within a day. Of course, this is Easter weekend so who knows.
If you need two 120.3's you will either need to go custom or the Duality model.
If you can live with a 120.3 and 120.2 you can use the others. i.e. U2-UFO, OPTI-1203, Horizon, etc.
No where in what you quoted was a 120.4 mentioned.
Nor does Thermochill make a 120.4. :confused:
That's why I said a 120.3 and 120.2 which was his original request.
I'd go with a Mountain Mods case with your setup.
http://www.mountainmods.com
Plenty of room for expansion.
For a PSU, I would likely use one of the following:
PCP&C
Seasonic
Corsair
I was kind of partial to FragTek's response:
"Here's a little review we did on FluidXP, results not quite as good as straight water...."
Overclock3D.net review of Fluid XP
At least we can agree on the radiator.
I'd go with a D-Tek FuZion or Swiftech Apogee GT.
They seem to be turning in the best results with Quad Cores.
If you're not using a Quad Core today, you could future proof yourself with the above.
The new Apogee GTX uses aluminum so I'd steer clear.
I'm running two DDC+ pumps and can't hear them at all. When I tested them my room went from 26 to 30db. Not audible with my ears.
Maybe the dog can hear them though.
"200 bucks"
Sorry, couldn't recommend any rad, fan, pump, res, block combo for that price.
You may just want to stick to air. A decent rad and pump will be "200 bucks" !
That would do the trick except it is for 1/2" OD tubing.
That means it's rather small and therefore would be restrictive.
It's basically made for 3/8" ID tubing and I believe you were using 7/16 ID and 5/8" OD.
You wouldn't want to try to use a fill port as a drain. You could keep everything else on your list and get one of these simple plugs:
Danger Den Plug
Or, just use anything around the house with an OD of 1/2" as a plug and clamp it off. Heck, even a 1/2" stainles steel bolt would work...
Sure can. Here is a poly T. Many places sell them.
1/2" Poly T
For the drain, I use a quick disconnect. This allows me to snap it on to start the draining. I use one from www.mcmaster.com
Part Number 51545K54 plug and 51545K97 socket.
They also sell the Poly T as Part Number...
Ahhh. I see what you mean. I just noticed your water03.jpg picture. If you're pulling it apart from the SB to the pump, you might want to consider a "T" being added as well. The base of the T can be used for a drain the next time you need to pull the loop apart.
A drain allows you to...
$478.50
Sure glad I didn't add up my latest project.
Some things are just better left alone. ;)
You might want to read this thread. Very informative:
Water Cooling Basics
A good rule of thumb is to keep your pump below your reservoir. Your picture looks good as I can see your MCRES-Micro in the drive bay above your pump.
BTW, unless you are sure you will never have to RMA that 8800, I'd recommend a 25/75% mix of AS Adhesive and AS5 for those heatsinks.
AS...
LOL. Alphacool was used in reference to a controller. Not a Water Cooling solution. :laugh:
Here is the controller I was referencing:
Alphacool BigNG Controller
Actually, if you are considering water cooling I wouldn't recommend a kit at all.
You should really start by buying a case that supports water cooling. This will allow you to install a radiator without modifications and have plenty of room for pumps, reservoirs and tubing.
Can you say...
Always a good ( and likely debatable ) question.
What are your priorities?
Noise? Temps? OC capabilities? ???????
I've debated these factors, and for me, I've switched to water cooling.
It's not better or worse than Air if you want to run a nice stock config.
Other than higher...
Zalman MFC1
Pros
Has bright LED?s (If you like blue)
Individual fan controls
Fits 5.25? bay for easy view and fan adjustments
Easy to access 3pin plug connections
Toggle switch allows for 12v or 5v connections
Cons
Only 7 watts per channel
The LED?s cannot be turned off...
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