Project: Persephone

[aigomorla]

Started on the build. Some general Info on hardware.

Pics will follow probably later today or tomorrow.

Hardware:
DFI LP LT X38-T2R
QX9650
4 x Raptors 74gig in Raid 0
2 x ATI HD3870
PCnC Silencer 750W
4 x 2gig Patriot DDR2 800 Ram
2 x Gateway FPD2485 (yummy xfire supports dual monitors)

Case:
Black Powered Wrinkled Mountain Mods U2

Cooling:
CPU Loop:
(RD-30 or Dual DDC's) <-- mailed martin my RD-30 to run some tests.
PA120.3
DD MPC Universal
EK 250 Res /w temp probe

Gpu Loop:
MCR320
DDC-3.2 /w EK - Xres
EK HD3870 blocks x 2


I decided to make the TEC chiller on my bench setup. Pictures to come soon!


Intial Pictures: <taken from my previous thread>
CPU: QX9650
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0884.jpg

Board: DFI LP LT X38
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0887.jpg

IO Array:
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0885.jpg

GPU:
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0886.jpg


Case:
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0671.jpg
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0670.jpg
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0669.jpg

Pictures of the H2O Gear to come soon.

 

[Tim]

Ugh... where is the friggen envy emotion in the list when you need to post it!

 

[DerwenArtos12]

nice, why the pa on the cpu loop and mcr on the gpu loop? I know the pa has more total capacity but, those 3870's aren't the coolest on the market either. I'd assume you're going to either use some of your sanaces on this or zm-f3s so, why the two different radiators. I'm sure you have more than one of each...

 

[aigomorla]

Originally posted by: DerwenArtos12
nice, why the pa on the cpu loop and mcr on the gpu loop? I know the pa has more total capacity but, those 3870's aren't the coolest on the market either. I'd assume you're going to either use some of your sanaces on this or zm-f3s so, why the two different radiators. I'm sure you have more than one of each...

Becuase i can set and forget the PA at a lower setting.

The MCR's can be tuned for gaming and idling applications.

Trying to focus on silence and performance on this rig by concentrating on overpowering the radiators.

 

[PCTC2]

Very nice Aigomorla.:thumbsup:

Just a quick question, how'd you get your temp probe into your EK Res and did you coat it with anything? I used a 3/8" OD barb and used a bit of silicone gasket to fill the hole and part of the probe, leaving only the tip exposed. Then capped and sealed with superglue.

<envy>

I'll revamp my system over the summer...

 

[aigomorla]

http://www.performance-pcs.com...=125&products_id=20435

It plugs in directly inside one of the holes on the EK reservoir.

I have mine on the bottom. Sorry guys, i havent had time to post pics. Been busy with some sleeving, and also planning. I want to minimize on tube appearance so im trying something out. I'll show you guys what i mean when i post pictures.

 

[Zap]

Case is a bit big for my tastes, but still, it's looking awesome already and it's not even put together.

 

[WoodButcher]

How's the powdercoat holding up? as I recall you had that box profesionally done, was it worth the money or does it scratch just as easy as paint?

Edit- Ya really gotta stop with these weird names, I googled persephone and got this???????

Originally posted by: DerwenArtos12
Oh, and you may want to mark the link NSFW, just so no one gets in trouble with THE MAN.

 

[DerwenArtos12]

Originally posted by: WoodButcher
How's the powdercoat holding up? as I recall you had that box profesionally done, was it worth the money or does it scratch just as easy as paint?

Edit- Ya really gotta stop with these weird names, I googled persephone and got this???????

Persephone was a greek earth godess, also known as Kore, the daughter of Demeter and Zeus and the wife of Hades. Born as the goddess of fertility once abducted by hades she bacame the Iron Queen of the underworld.

 

[WoodButcher]

Persephone was a greek earth godess, also known as Kore, the daughter of Demeter and Zeus and the wife of Hades. Born as the goddess of fertility once abducted by hades she bacame the Iron Queen of the underworld.

Ya, I got that. Just teasing Aigo for making me learn. Now I'm stuck with it and when I have time will read more.

 

[DerwenArtos12]

Originally posted by: WoodButcher
Persephone was a greek earth godess, also known as Kore, the daughter of Demeter and Zeus and the wife of Hades. Born as the goddess of fertility once abducted by hades she bacame the Iron Queen of the underworld.

Ya, I got that. Just teasing Aigo for making me learn. Now I'm stuck with it and when I have time will read more.

Oh, and you may want to mark the link NSFW, just so no one gets in trouble with THE MAN.

 

[WoodButcher]

Originally posted by: DerwenArtos12

Originally posted by: WoodButcher
Persephone was a greek earth godess, also known as Kore, the daughter of Demeter and Zeus and the wife of Hades. Born as the goddess of fertility once abducted by hades she bacame the Iron Queen of the underworld.

Ya, I got that. Just teasing Aigo for making me learn. Now I'm stuck with it and when I have time will read more.

Oh, and you may want to mark the link NSFW, just so no one gets in trouble with THE MAN.

Done did!
Oddly enough greek mythology is one of the goodies I've always been interested in but never get too. Got interested w/ that movie, "Clash of the titans" was it?

 

[DerwenArtos12]

Originally posted by: WoodButcher

Originally posted by: DerwenArtos12

Originally posted by: WoodButcher
Persephone was a greek earth godess, also known as Kore, the daughter of Demeter and Zeus and the wife of Hades. Born as the goddess of fertility once abducted by hades she bacame the Iron Queen of the underworld.

Ya, I got that. Just teasing Aigo for making me learn. Now I'm stuck with it and when I have time will read more.

Oh, and you may want to mark the link NSFW, just so no one gets in trouble with THE MAN.

Done did!
Oddly enough greek mythology is one of the goodies I've always been interested in but never get too. Got interested w/ that movie, "Clash of the titans" was it?

I may be thinking of the wrong movie but, I thought "Clash of the Titans" was a football movie? off to IMDB...

 

[PCTC2]

Originally posted by: DerwenArtos12

Originally posted by: WoodButcher

Originally posted by: DerwenArtos12

Originally posted by: WoodButcher
Persephone was a greek earth godess, also known as Kore, the daughter of Demeter and Zeus and the wife of Hades. Born as the goddess of fertility once abducted by hades she bacame the Iron Queen of the underworld.

Ya, I got that. Just teasing Aigo for making me learn. Now I'm stuck with it and when I have time will read more.

Oh, and you may want to mark the link NSFW, just so no one gets in trouble with THE MAN.

Done did!
Oddly enough greek mythology is one of the goodies I've always been interested in but never get too. Got interested w/ that movie, "Clash of the titans" was it?

I may be thinking of the wrong movie but, I thought "Clash of the Titans" was a football movie? off to IMDB...

Remember the Titans was a football movie.

How do you think your FPD2485W's compare to the FHD2400's?

 

[zagood]

A link to "plus sized clothing" keeps with the theme of the UFO. That thing's got child bearing hips.

Excited to see the worklog. I recently started considering going to water, need to get the cash together first though before taking the leap.

-z

 

[WoodButcher]

http://imdb.com/title/tt0082186/
yeah I got way off topic, sorry Aigo.
SLI doesn't support dual monitors? I didn't know,
Can't wait to see some pics!

 

[aigomorla]

Originally posted by: WoodButcher
How's the powdercoat holding up? as I recall you had that box profesionally done, was it worth the money or does it scratch just as easy as paint?

Case came as it is. I picked up a premoded case from sneaky on XS.

Persephone i named because she was the bride of hades. Also she spends half the year in hell.

Well, my rig is using koolance parts. Yes can you believe me using koolance?? so in a sense i think its from hell, but these arent just normal koolance parts. There nozzles, which are nickle plated brass, and not ALU.

So i figured its a good twist, being the queen of hell. But the parts i specifically picked out from koolance are all safe if you wish to use them.

Originally posted by: PCTC2

Remember the Titans was a football movie.

How do you think your FPD2485W's compare to the FHD2400's?

umm i like them. Here you be the judge:
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0829.jpg

This is why im going Xfire incase you guys are wondering. I hate sli + multi monitors.



Also update on the project, had to wait a bit, i ended up cracking some bitspower T's and Right angles. Guys avoid the bitspower acrylic T's and right angles. There nice and pretty, but they crack super easy.

Anyhow waiting for more nozzles from koolance. Yes i cant believe it myself that im using them.

 

[WoodButcher]

Onboard speakers? how's the sound?

 

[aigomorla]

Originally posted by: WoodButcher
Onboard speakers? how's the sound?

Not onboard. There options that mount under the monitor. It howevever sucks...

I use headphones on this machine. My HTPC has Harmon Kardon amp/speakers tho.

I bought one speaker set for one monitor, then OCD took over on me getting the second one. LOL.

 

[aigomorla]

okey guys, the only real picture i have to show you besides nozzle pictures is this one right now:

http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0900.jpg

As i said i broke my bitspower angle and T so i need to wait on koolance replacements. :X

Gah i cant believe im putting koolance in my rig.

If you want to check out the nozzles, i made a thread @ XS.

http://www.xtremesystems.org/f...howthread.php?t=181830


Oh i dont think i should show you guys this, but oh wells. I got to mess with her on my open bench platform for a little bit. Heres how she did.

Windows Stable, not Prime Stable, Check out Vcore.
http://i125.photobucket.com/al.../p73/aigomorla/OMG.jpg

 

[DerwenArtos12]

Originally posted by: aigomorla
Oh i dont think i should show you guys this, but oh wells. I got to mess with her on my open bench platform for a little bit. Heres how she did.

Windows Stable, not Prime Stable, Check out Vcore.
http://i125.photobucket.com/al.../p73/aigomorla/OMG.jpg

It's that kind of picture that makes me feel stupid for throwing so much money at a chiller to get 3.5 out of my san diego for nothing other than nostalgia and entertainments sake. I guess I know where my may 8th paycheck is going. I've got to spend it all so the old lady doesn't try and take it in my impeding divorce. She doesn't like my computer stuff!! haha b!tch!

 

[aigomorla]

Okey i got the rest of my hardware.

So build should start tomorrow.

 

[DerwenArtos12]

Originally posted by: aigomorla
Okey i got the rest of my hardware.

So build should start tomorrow.

Ok, it's tommorrow, pics or I'll have to insist you ban yourself!

 

[Tim]

I'd like to see this build continue please!

Keep us updated

 

[aigomorla]

okey my radiators: The screws arent perminent. Needed holders. Going to run to osh supply for some real screws soon.

http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0935.jpg

MCR320 - GPU loop
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0936.jpg
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0937.jpg

My PA:
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0938.jpg
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0939.jpg

The Fan Controller i want to use:

http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0941.jpg
Its VFD WITH! temp readout. Woot no more messy probes monitors!

Should look really good with my Matrix Orbital. PLED!
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0726.jpg


Also guys the RD-30 isnt going to be in this build. Im dropping it on my torcher rack. Instead i'll be using dual DDC's with this in my cpu loop. So yeah 3 ddc-3.2's total is going to be inside my computer. :T

http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0871.jpg

Dual Inlets??? How am i going to solve this?
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0873.jpg

Pictures of it assembled to come soon.

My pumps:
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0942.jpg

CPU Loop:
The alphacool MODED dual ddc top. Remember guys this wont fit the new ddc-3.2 without modifications. Lucky for me it was in martin's hands when he found this out.

Rocketship anyone?
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0947.jpg
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0949.jpg

This was my orginal idea and use a sli bridge on koolance to merge them, however the hole is about 1-2mm off, so it wont work. Anyhow it will have nozzles and look like this:
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0950.jpg

GPU Loop:
EK X-res, i'll be cutting up a credit card or something for an antivotex stop. Pump is another DDC-3.2
http://i125.photobucket.com/al...aigomorla/IMG_0946.jpg


Oh man, now i need to run to the hardware store, but feeling kinda lazy, i need to sleeve those DDC's also.