Swiftech Quiet Power? P180

[imported_TimBob]

Is this pre-assembled liquid case enough to cool my q6600?

http://www.performance-pcs.com...ac19cf63fc9c5c1edef9b8

Chassis See Antec P180B
Water-block Apogee
Pump MCP350
Radiator MCR120-QP
Reservoir MCRes Micro
Coolant Hydrx?
Tubing 3/8" A-60 Norprene?

I currently have a q6600 G0 running at 3.0ghz @ 1.25 (1.2 VID) with a Tuniq Tower. It hits around 70 at full load. I've reseated like 25 times and always end up around the same temps. 40-45 idle, high 60's low 70's load. I feel like would be able to get in the vicinity of 3.6, but I'm just unable to keep the heat down with higher voltages. So, I'm considering trying water cooling for the first time.

But, since it's my first time, and I need a new case, I'd really like a pre-assembled tested kit where all I have to do is hook up the CPU and that's it. I've read many of the suggestions here and know I'd be better off putting something together myself, but looking for something a little easier to put together that would allow me to ease into the water cooling scene.

Thanks,
Tim

 

[DerwenArtos12]

It doesn't actually come pre-assembled, you could literally buy all the parts and assemble the exact same thing and it would be about the same dificulty.

With that aside, an MCR120 probably won't be enough for an overclocked quadcore. A 220 would be much better. That kit probably won't cool your quad any better than your tuniq.

 

[thegisguy]

DerwenArtos12: You know a heck of alot more then me about H2O cooling, but I think you're incorrect about it not being pre-assembled. On their site it says fully tested and 100% leak free. It also says the follow about installation:

# Minimum installation; the user only needs to:

* fasten the water-block to the motherboard (Universal Apogee water-block included) , and connect the two tubes to it.
* fill-up the LCS with coolant mix (concentrated Hydrx coolant included).

I'm not arguing that he should buy this kit, but pointing out that I think it comes pretty much ready to go out of the box.

 

[Rike]

Originally posted by: DerwenArtos12
It doesn't actually come pre-assembled, you could literally buy all the parts and assemble the exact same thing and it would be about the same dificulty.

With that aside, an MCR120 probably won't be enough for an overclocked quadcore. A 220 would be much better. That kit probably won't cool your quad any better than your tuniq.

thegisguy is correct, it is a pre-assembled kit. Pic Load in the mobo, mount the water block, fill, bleed, and you're good to go. That said, I'd agree that that kit won't be much better than what TimBob has right now. A 220 would give you more cooling head room.

 

[aigomorla]

Originally posted by: thegisguy


# Minimum installation; the user only needs to:

* fasten the water-block to the motherboard (Universal Apogee water-block included) , and connect the two tubes to it.
* fill-up the LCS with coolant mix (concentrated Hydrx coolant included).

I'm not arguing that he should buy this kit, but pointing out that I think it comes pretty much ready to go out of the box.

ummm those are also the instructions to a fully custom kit.

So same work required, only less performance. The radiator is too lacking.

 

[DerwenArtos12]

Originally posted by: aigomorla

Originally posted by: thegisguy


# Minimum installation; the user only needs to:

* fasten the water-block to the motherboard (Universal Apogee water-block included) , and connect the two tubes to it.
* fill-up the LCS with coolant mix (concentrated Hydrx coolant included).

I'm not arguing that he should buy this kit, but pointing out that I think it comes pretty much ready to go out of the box.

ummm those are also the instructions to a fully custom kit.

So same work required, only less performance. The radiator is too lacking.

Well, i checked and I'm about half right. The radiator pump and reservoir are all pre-plumbed and leak tested but, the block isn't. So really, the only part you have to worry about leaking is the part you put on your motherboard, no biggie. :roll:

I stick to my initail post.

 

[imported_TimBob]

Well,
I figured you guys would say it isn't good enough, but thanks for the confirmation. So much for going the easy way. Then, I guess I'll have to turn this into a recommendation thread.

Current setup is stacker 830
Evga 680i
2x8800gtx
q6600
lots of hard drives.

I have some spare parts lying around and planning on turning the stacker into an Unraid server so I need a new case. I don't particularly like my stacker mainly because it's a bitch fitting my 8800's in the PCIe slots. But, it has plenty of room for HDs.

So, I need a new case and thought I'd look into water cooling as well. Needs to fit dual 8800gtx and 2 hard drives.
I would be willing to spend $500ish on all the parts. As it's my first time, ease of setup for the water cooling would be nice. I'm not good with tools so modding the case probably isn't going to happen. Also, water cooling the video cards or motherboard isn't needed for now. Maybe in the future when I'm more comfortable with the process.

With that in mind, hit me with some ideas.

Thanks,
Tim

 

[Tim]

How about spending possibly $50 on an awesome case that fits your requirements?
The Rocketfish case sold at Best Buy a full tower made by Lian-Li and rebranded for Best Buy. The model is discontinued, and people are getting them for as high as $119 and as low as $47, you just need to check your local Best-Buy to see the price and if they have them.

HERE <- Best Buy's online product page for the item.
EDIT: I purchased mine for 97. Yesterday I saw the price was marked down to 47.99 at the store I got it from, and I'll be stopping by after work to get the price matched and the money back in my pocket.

For an idea of what you can do to this case check out my first case mod ever @ THIS thread.

Let me know what you think

 

[imported_TimBob]

That looks great. I'll check it out.

While looking for cases, I ran across the HSPC Tech Station. I swear, I'm opening my case once a week for some reason or other so I find it quite interesting. Anyone use one of those? Drawbacks?

http://www.highspeedpc.com/Mer...gory_Code=Tech_Station

 

[Tim]

Haven't used one, but obviously like you said, Ease of swapping and maintaining parts if you are doing that so often. Open air cooling could be a plus.

Obvious drawbacks, Open air... less protection from the dusties, Won't be as quiet, and also not as nice looking as a case, IMO on that one of course.