HAF 932 w/ OCZ modxtream

[madeuce]

Getting a HAF 932 case and an OCZ PSU.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboD...t=Combo.469004

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811119160

Motherboard is a Gigabyte 890GP

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...435&Tpk=890gpa


My question is will I need to extend my PSU-motherboard connector with this setup? Anyone used this case-PSU combo and know for sure?

Also, a single 460 should work fine in a motherboard with an AMD chipset, correct? Just not SLI?

 

[Sp12]

Drop that PSU right now. Terrible terrible unit.

I'd also change the motherboard to a non-crossfire one, especially as you're going for an Nvidia GPU. Asrock 870 extreme 3 comes to mind. Take that money saved and get a GTX 470 for 260$ (MSI version on Newegg right now).

Haf 922 (mid tower of the 932) is 40$ cheaper, and more than sufficient for most applications.

 

[madeuce]

Drop that PSU right now. Terrible terrible unit.

I'd also change the motherboard to a non-crossfire one, especially as you're going for an Nvidia GPU. Asrock 870 extreme 3 comes to mind. Take that money saved and get a GTX 470 for 260$ (MSI version on Newegg right now).

Haf 922 (mid tower of the 932) is 40$ cheaper, and more than sufficient for most applications.

Making a cool and quiet set up. I personally would have went with a 5770, but it's not for me. The 460 will never be SLI. There is a chance of crossfire down the road with AMDs next offerings though. As long as the MB will work fine with a single 460 is what matters.

 

[Sp12]

http://www.hardocp.com/article/2008/11/12/ocz_700w_modxstream_pro_power_supply/4

Those are definitely the wrong components for a cool and quiet setup.

 

[madeuce]

quoted from your link...

"The OCZ ModXStream 700w for the most part struck a good balance between noise and cooling. The unit never exceeded an exhaust temperature of 57c as the fan produced a fairly stiff breeze from the rear of the unit at all times. Indeed, the airflow was so great at lower load levels that this unit took longer to equilibrate at 45c in the incubator than any unit in recent memory. However, once it did and the clock was started the unit remained very cool and quiet; until the Torture Test"

"Indeed, through most of our testing the unit was inaudible in our test environment."

It's not going to see anything like the "torture test" and it's $25. I do appreciate the concern though. If I thought the PSU was going to be stressed that bad, I would probably get a different unit.

 

[Sp12]

I was mainly referring to the part where it failed to produce output voltage. And since you like that crossfire board 'so you can crossfire in the future', what amounts to basically a mediocre 500 watt unit would not suffice for that application. The PSU is not a place to skimp.

The second sentence was referring to your parts as a whole -- is this an HTPC build? Same room as you? Why does it need to be quiet, and how important is that. If it's meant to be quiet a 460 would probably be inferior to a 5000 series GPU, even for a price. A crossfire board makes little sense, especially as you'd have to toss out said 230$ GPU and buy 2 new ATI ones to use it.

Actually, these:

1. What YOUR PC will be used for. That means what types of tasks you'll be performing.

2. What YOUR budget is. A price range is acceptable as long as it's not more than a 20% spread

3. What country YOU will be buying YOUR parts from.

4. IF YOU have a brand preference. That means, are you an Intel-Fanboy, AMD-Fanboy, ATI-Fanboy, nVidia-Fanboy, Seagate-Fanboy, WD-Fanboy, etc.

5. If YOU intend on using any of YOUR current parts, and if so, what those parts are.

6. IF YOU have searched and/or read similar threads.

7. IF YOU plan on overclocking or run the system at default speeds.

8. What resolution YOU plan on gaming with.

9. WHEN do you plan to build it?

10. Don't ask for a build configuration critique or rating if you are thin skinned. If you disagree with advice, ask for a reason.

 

[madeuce]

10. Don't ask for a build configuration critique or rating if you are thin skinned. If you disagree with advice, ask for a reason.

Who asked for a build critique? It's great that you would do everything differently, congratulations.

If you are thin skinned

1. Don't give me information I didn't ask for.

2. Don't tell me that a cool and quiet PSU is bad for a cool and quiet system.

1. What YOUR PC will be used for. That means what types of tasks you'll be performing.

2. What YOUR budget is. A price range is acceptable as long as it's not more than a 20% spread

3. What country YOU will be buying YOUR parts from.

4. IF YOU have a brand preference. That means, are you an Intel-Fanboy, AMD-Fanboy, ATI-Fanboy, nVidia-Fanboy, Seagate-Fanboy, WD-Fanboy, etc.

5. If YOU intend on using any of YOUR current parts, and if so, what those parts are.

6. IF YOU have searched and/or read similar threads.

7. IF YOU plan on overclocking or run the system at default speeds.

8. What resolution YOU plan on gaming with.

9. WHEN do you plan to build it?

If you need these answered to tell me if I need an extension on my MB cable from the PSU, I can wait for someone else lol. I gave all of the information needed to answer that question, if I get no answers oh well, I'll figure it out when the case gets here.

 

[Sp12]

Just thought I'd be kind and point out you were spending money poorly (E.G. crossfire mobo but insufficient PSU to power an eventual setup; GTX 460 in a cool and quiet system), and in often contradictory ways. It's not my system, and there's no need to get so pointed.

Edit: I'm sorry I wrongly assumed (by the Newegg links and the fact that you were asking if something would work) that it was yet unpurchased; I didn't think you would ask if you needed an extender after you had pulled the trigger.

 

[WaitingForNehalem]

Most likely yes. The person in the first review probably did not route the 8 pin cable behind the motherboard.

Rating: 5/5Good Bang for Buck

Pros: Good amount of cables. Modular. Keeps up with overclocking.
Cons: Wish had a little longer cables. i had Haf 932 and there were just enough if you have a bigger case than haf i recommend extensions.

Rating: 3/5ModxStream

Pros: Great price for a 700w power supply.
Cons: Power supply does what it claims, but if you have a bottom mounted power supply do NOT BUY I have a Coolmaster HAF tower case and cables are to short to reach top of mother board. other then shortness of cables good power supply
Other Thoughts: When I got the power supply I was missing one of the cables so I called tech support after 10 mins oh hold I got a message system telling me to call back, I have yet to get my rebate and when I asked about it they asked for my upc code on the box, guess what I sent it to them so I am out my 30 bucks, not a bad power supply but don't count on any rebates from OCZ they never come through.
Manufacturer Response:Hello, we are sorry that you are having problems. When using a case with the PSU mounted on the bottom, you must find a power supply with extra long cables (PC Power is a good choice), or use cable extension that are available. Some case manufacturers will actually send them to you at no cost (contact them). These cases do not fully conform to the ATX spec, but are hybrid ATX/BTX designs. BTX motherboards (produced for a short time by Intel) were "flipped" with the CPU, memory and power connectors near the bottom of the case, and this for the most part eliminates the cable length issue. The average customer does not require, or in some cases even want such long cables as they are hard to hide from view, and in smaller cases may not fit.
Thank you

Rating: 4/5Easy install

Pros: Was easy to work with and has worked very well with my new build.
Got it at a good price, and in a combo deal.
Cons: 8 pin and 24 pin cables were a bit too short to put behind the MOBO, so I'm getting some extenders.
Other Thoughts: Haf 922
4GB Gskill 1600 DDR 3
ATI 5850
Hyper 212 plus
Core i5
Gigabyte p55 ud3p

 

[madeuce]

I read a ton of those reviews lol.

It's going to kill me when it arrives and it's just a little too short. It's not even for me, but having to wait to get a cable to make sure it works is going to be murder. Probably bust out the soldering iron.

Thanks for the help Sp and WFN.

 

[The Sauce]

FYI, The HAF 932 is a monster. I have the 922 and it is a monster as well. I can't imagine anyone wanting a bigger case than the 922 and it is also very quiet.

 

[Madcatatlas]

FYI, The HAF 932 is a monster. I have the 922 and it is a monster as well. I can't imagine anyone wanting a bigger case than the 922 and it is also very quiet.

Good to hear, have a 922 coming my way soonish. Any comments on the case side vent holes?..that large area on the side with lots of holes in it. possible to buy or make a "filter" for that?

 

[mfenn]

OP, Sp12 is just trying to help you out. A PSU that can't output its rated wattage is bad for any system.

 

[madeuce]

OP, Sp12 is just trying to help you out. A PSU that can't output its rated wattage is bad for any system.

LOL, the PSU isn't that bad. It's actually got a couple of good reviews. The important thing is that it's stays cool and it's very quiet. It's a great deal for the 25 bones it costs.


http://www.hardocp.com/article/2009/03/03/ocz_modxstream_pro_700w_40c_update/


I don't think he was trying to troll me, that's why I thanked him...

 

[shingletingle]

I like how people aren't willing to spend a lot on power supplies because they aren't the most "exciting" component in a system.

 

[madeuce]

I like how people aren't willing to spend a lot on power supplies because they aren't the most "exciting" component in a system.

If you can get a good PSU that does everything you need it too for less, why would you spend the extra money? Does getting a good deal on something make it worth less?

 

[mfenn]

For many of us "does everything it needs to" includes "not crapping out when asked to deliver rated wattage". I'll also always spend a little extra on a build that's meant for somebody else, because even one troubleshooting trip is worth more than $30 to me.

But hey, those are just my priorities, everyone is different. (Not trying to start a fight here ).

 

[madeuce]

If Hardocp.com calls it a "good" PSU and it passes their torture test at the rated 40C, I think it will be more than capable to do what it needs to.

 

[Boyo]

I have one in my old rig. Bought it when my Enermax 650w crapped out. It's okay for old standard rigs, but I would not put this in my new build. Skip it and try Corsair. Also, yes the cables are short compared to a HX850.