The NZXT Case Clubhouse

[t77snapshot]

Welcome To:
The NZXT Case Clubhouse


Welcome to the NZXT Case Club! Join today and show off your rig, also discuss Nzxt case related topics such as modding, news, buyer reviews, issues and more! If you are one of the many users that takes pride in their Nzxt and would like to join the club just send me a PM with the name of your case.


NZXT's LATEST CASE:
{New Case Update: 10.15.12}

The New Phantom 820 (http://www.nzxt.com/evolve/)

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/ph820.jpg


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http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/section2.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/sectoin1a.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/sectoin3.jpg
source (http://www.nzxt.com/new/product_all.php)

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Freeman's Box by: t77snapshot
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/Half-LifeTempest.jpg



Members:


Apollo:
dieselcat18
M_X_M

Beta:
sneekypeet

Beta Evo:
Loosenut
msgclb
KieX
ehume
Techtu

Gamma:
MustangGT2142
Soylent Joe
camoxiong

Guardian:
FreedomEclipse
NAVI_Z
de.das.dude

H2:
tilldeath
SurfSandman
Xenturion

Hades:
xrealm20
j.col70

Hush:
Yukikaze

Lexa:
troyrae360

Lexa S:
Gas2100
Anthrax
Josh154
NAVI_Z

M59:
CaptainSaveAHo
Bo$$
NdMk2o1o
(FIH) The Don
popswala

Nemesis:
GreiverBlade

Panzerbox:
sNiPeRbOb
sneekypeet

Phantom:
popswala
TotalChaos
gottistar
k.3nny
Kaiser Kraus
Mike0409
lantonis
sniviler
Grnfinger
MybadOmen
paopaovocal

Phantom 410:
brandonwh64
Techtu
animal007uk
GamerGuy

Rogue:
freaksavior
Mike0409

Source 210:
MGF Derp


Switch 810:
ALMOSTunseen
Black Panther

Tempest:
EvolvA
Yukikaze
Optimouse Prime
Delta6326
KieranD
NAVI_Z
t77snapshot

Tempest Evo:
athenaesword
johnnyfiive
TotalChaos
fredz77
Driftking
HUSKIE
Dave65
fast fate

Tempest 410
brandonwh64
PartZ
rickss69

Trinity:
Kevinheraiz

Vulcan:
DannibusX
TotalChaos
Scott-S6
PopcornMachine
brandonwh64

Zero2:
sneekypeet
FordGT90Concept




Former Nzxt Case Owners:
(FIH) The Don -Rogue
Dogshitjoint -Apollo
brandonwh64 - M59
spectrus77 - Tempest Evo


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TPU's Case Mod Gallery of Nzxt Cases:
-oldest to newest-

t77snapshot-http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/2162.html


johnnyfiive-http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/2472.html


oqsajec- http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/2631.html


Fredz77-http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/2735.html


gottistar- http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/2831.html


spectrus77- http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/2959.html


paopaovocal- http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/3443.html



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PM me if you would like to add your "Case Mod Gallery" rig to the list.


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TPU's Nzxt NEWS Archive
Find out about the latest and greatest products from NZXT here at TPU!

CLICK HERE (http://www.techpowerup.com/tags.php?tag=NZXT)


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TPU's Nzxt Build Logs:
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Switch 810- by: ALMOSTunseen (http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=173917)
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Phantom- by: popswala (http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=132043)
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Tempest Evo- by: johnnyfive (http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=113532)
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Phantom- by: k.3nny (http://kennycasemodz.nl/2010/10/duallphantom/)
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Tempest- t77snapshot (http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=136130)
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Switch 810- by: Black Panther (http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=168996)


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TPU's NZXT Case Reviews!


Phantom 820 -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Phantom_820/

Switch 810 -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Switch_810/

Tempest 410 -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Tempest_410/

Phantom 410 -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Phantom_410/

Source 220 -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Source_220/

Tempest 210 -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Tempest_210/

Source 210 Elite -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Source_210_Elite/

Vulcan -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Vulcan/

Nzxt H2 -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/H2/

Phantom -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Phantom_Hale90/

Hades -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Hades/

Tempest Evo -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Tempest_EVO/

Lexa S -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Lexa_S/

Panzerbox -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Panzerbox/

Beta -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Beta/

Whisper -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Whisper/

Guardian 921 -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Guardian_921/

TEMPEST -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Tempest/

Alpha -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Alpha/

Lexa Blackline -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Lexa_Blackline/

Hush -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Hush/

Adamas -
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/NZXT/Adamas/


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Nzxt Accessory Reviews
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NZXT Sentry LXE Fan Controller (http://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/3373/nzxt_sentry_lxe_high_performance_fan_controller/index.html) by sneekypeet
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TPU's NZXT 'Used' Case 4Sale!
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These are TPU members who are selling their [I]NZXT cases, If you have any questions about these sales- discuss it with them either through a pm and/or the B/S/T/G (http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=43) thread. This club is not intended for the discussion of sales listed, so please keep them in the buy/sale/trade/giveaway section. PM me if you would like to be added to the list, thank you~



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[ 65 ] Members and Counting


NZXT SITE (Region Select)--- http://www.nzxt.com/


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{Sub-Forum}> NZXT Official Vendor Support & Information (http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=81)

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[Kantastic]

Good stuff, I build a budget gaming rig for my cousin using the Beta Evo and it was great for the price. One thing though, the case REEKED of urine and the smell was there for days, I'm not sure if it was the paint job or someone took a piss on it at the factory. :D

[t77snapshot]

Good stuff, I build a budget gaming rig for my cousin using the Beta Evo and it was great for the price. One thing though, the case REEKED of urine and the smell was there for days, I'm not sure if it was the paint job or someone took a piss on it at the factory. :D

eww, I wonder if their warranty covers factory pee:laugh: but really, that is strange.

[EvolvA]

Good stuff, I build a budget gaming rig for my cousin using the Beta Evo and it was great for the price. One thing though, the case REEKED of urine and the smell was there for days, I'm not sure if it was the paint job or someone took a piss on it at the factory. :D

:laugh: it might have been a cat that marked it's territory at the factory or something

BTW I'm a proud owner of a modded tempest, will be showing some photos in short...

[t77snapshot]

When I first built my Tempest:

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/1shot.jpg


Here is my ATM,

My most recent mod was a cut out for the mobo back plate. I got sick of having to remove everything to test other coolers and wc setups. My next mod will be to cut a square hole for my psu, so I can flip it to intake from the bottom of the case.

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/traycut.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/tratcut2.jpg

My most recent upgrade was the GTX285 that replaced one of my 9600GT's. I decided to keep the 2nd 9600 as a physics card even though it's probably not needed.:rolleyes: I also got some sweet xig fans from erocker that match my theme very well.

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/atm_side.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/atm_window.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/atm_top.jpg
I am a cable management freak so atm this is very embarrassing for me.:o but it will fixed soon:D

[EvolvA]

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I am a cable management freak so atm this is very embarrassing for me.:o but it will fixed soon:D

if you call this embarrasing I don't want to know what you'll be thinking when I post my photos....:ohwell:

[t77snapshot]

if you call this embarrasing I don't want to know what you'll be thinking when I post my photos....:ohwell:

No, just embarrassing to myself:p I respect the efforts that others have out into their cases. I can't wait to see your Tempest when it's done.:)

[athenaesword]

lol snapshot, looks like ur still going strong at it hahaha. i received my tempest evo in december, and ended up not tweaking with it so much, except for CCFL at the top and bottom of the case. went with blue so i didn't have to change the front strips.

it's a great case, albeit a little noisy. do add me to the club, i'll post pics when i have the time, kinda busy with internships right now

[t77snapshot]

lol snapshot, looks like ur still going strong at it hahaha. i received my tempest evo in december, and ended up not tweaking with it so much, except for CCFL at the top and bottom of the case. went with blue so i didn't have to change the front strips.

it's a great case, albeit a little noisy. do add me to the club, i'll post pics when i have the time, kinda busy with internships right now

Welcome to the club:toast:

Yeah, I've been wanting to see how your rig turned out. Post pics when you have time.

[athenaesword]

haha sure. just curious though, why nzxt, and not just the tempest evo?

[t77snapshot]

haha sure. just curious though, why nzxt, and not just the tempest evo?

Well I was just going to create a Tempest Club, but I really want to keep this thread alive. So I decided to do all Nzxt case to expand the users interest. Plus I like a lot of the cases this company makes, they have some really interesting designs.

[Loosenut]

Great topic Snapshot :toast:

I love my newly aquired Beta Evo. Added a few fans for extra cooling though...

- 2 Xig 140s for the top exhaust
- 4 Xig 120s 2 side intakes, 1 front intake and 1 rear exhaust

All controlled by NZXT's Sentry II touchscreen fan controller . Average temps in the case after 5 hours of intense gaming is about 26C. Silent and cool, gotta love it... :rockout:

[johnnyfiive]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4040/4337558811_854a5e8eb9.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4006/4338304430_5ef9da6e4c.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2778/4337561665_dc1c448305.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2736/4338304064_921b641df5.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4036/4338333592_35bedaacb4.jpg

http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/2472/__1.jpg

http://www.techpowerup.com/gallery/2472/__2.jpg

:D

I love your HL2 inspired case t77, always one of my favorite themed cases on the gallery.

[t77snapshot]

Great topic Snapshot :toast:

I love my newly aquired Beta Evo. Added a few fans for extra cooling though...

- 2 Xig 140s for the top exhaust
- 4 Xig 120s 2 side intakes, 1 front intake and 1 rear exhaust

All controlled by NZXT's Sentry II touchscreen fan controller . Average temps in the case after 5 hours of intense gaming is about 26C. Silent and cool, gotta love it... :rockout:

Welcome to the club Loosenut:)

Do you have the 140mm Xigs with the UV Orange blades and where the blades are pitch slightly more aggressive? it yes, do they move a lot air?

[freaksavior]

You are missing the rogue, which i currently own.

[Yukikaze]

Sign me up !

I got a pair of Nzxt cases: A Tempest and a Hush.

Here's a few pics of my Tempest (Still with the old mobo, I need to take some with the EP45 in there...):
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/IMG_1646.jpg

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/IMG_1647.jpg

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/IMG_1648.jpg

[t77snapshot]

Welcome to the club Yukikaze:toast: That's a sweet setup you got there!

[freaksavior]

Sign me up !

I got a pair of Nzxt cases: A Tempest and a Hush.

Here's a few pics of my Tempest (Still with the old mobo, I need to take some with the EP45 in there...):
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/IMG_1646.jpg

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/IMG_1647.jpg

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/IMG_1648.jpg


I just got a hush today. it was suppose to be a rogue.

[Loosenut]

Welcome to the club Loosenut:)

Thank you Snapshot. Congrats on your case, it looks amazing. Wish I had the patience and talent, not to mention imagination to create a nice case like some of you guys have here.

Do you have the 140mm Xigs with the UV Orange blades and where the blades are pitch slightly more aggressive? it yes, do they move a lot air?

My Xigs are all from previous builds and are a couple of years old. They're the blue bladed ones with white LEDs. All my fans run at 40% and they still move a lot of air

[Inioch]

Finally some recognition for NZXT, they do make good price/performance cases.

Johnny puts us all to shame with his Evo (except for you Snapshot, loving yours too).

My Tempest, waiting to change the tubing with this (http://www.aquatuning.fi/product_info.php/info/p6761_Masterkleer-tubing-15-9-12-7mm-UV-reactive-black--1-2-ID-.html). Also my other 4870 is getting some water love at the same time.

Here's a pic of the current setup for those who haven't seen it.

http://img.techpowerup.org/100109/IMG_0017_small.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100109/IMG_0019_small.jpg

[t77snapshot]

Welcome to the club Inioch and freaksavior:toast:

@Inioch

Sweet wc setup, I like the white led fans too.
@freaksaver

I will add the Rogue in there right now.;)

[Inioch]

Thanks man, this was first wc loop ever. Right now I'm not quite satisfied with it, but just you wait when I get the new tubing set.

[brandonwh64]

Heres my NZXT M59 under water

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d31/brandonwh64/dualrad2.jpg

[t77snapshot]

Thanks man, this was first wc loop ever. Right now I'm not quite satisfied with it, but just you wait when I get the new tubing set.

Haha well I can't wait to see your new setup.;) I just ordered my 1/2" tubing as well and my Tempest will be under water soon.


@brandonwh64

Welcome to the club bro:toast:

[brandonwh64]

T77. i really wished i had a tempest cause of the water cooling loop. the M59 is not setup for water at all. it is a great case for air but when i bought it, i was running a Tuniq Tower

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BTW johnny what type of tubing do you use and were did you get it?

[t77snapshot]

T77. i really wished i had a tempest cause of the water cooling loop. the M59 is not setup for water at all. it is a great case for air but when i bought it, i was running a Tuniq Tower

*EDIT*

BTW johnny what type of tubing do you use and were did you get it?

Yeah well you still made it work:) I bet your ambient temps and pretty good because you can't put on your side panel.


I think Johnny said they were the Primo Flex 7/16" ID tubing.

[brandonwh64]

Naa i got my side panel on. i cut out the small grill on the right side of the back of the case to run the hoses through

[TIGR]

johnnyfiive, I think you've got a nice looking rig there. The dominant black and white is something I don't often see in custom computers. Nice work.

[t77snapshot]

TPU's NZXT Case Review section has been added! :)

[Thrackan]

I have gotten myself a black/blue Rogue last year. Mini-review:

Pros:
- Space for a long gfx card
- Full ATX PSU in a mATX case
- The carrying handle OWNS for lan parties
- Moddable (you can screw out the HDD/DVD bays) though I haven't done much to it yet.

Cons:
- Fan mounting holes are flimsy
- PSU on top is not ideal if you like to work in your case frequently.
- Lots of screws.

[johnnyfiive]

T77. i really wished i had a tempest cause of the water cooling loop. the M59 is not setup for water at all. it is a great case for air but when i bought it, i was running a Tuniq Tower

*EDIT*

BTW johnny what type of tubing do you use and were did you get it?

PrimoChill's PrimoFlex - 7/16" ID - Bought at www.Performance-PCS.com
http://www.performance-pcs.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=59_413_292&zenid=6c25f3bb590346c3b8db685686cae71a
:rockout:

[EvolvA]

look what I've just received:
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05712.jpg

I'll be doing some cm on my tempest for a few hours and then I'll show you the results, wish me luck:laugh:

[xrealm20]

Very nice Evo!

I'll shoot up some pics of my Hades when I get home - Just got done modding it for custom watercooling on my i7.

[freaksavior]

I have gotten myself a black/blue Rogue last year. Mini-review:

Pros:
- Space for a long gfx card
- Full ATX PSU in a mATX case
- The carrying handle OWNS for lan parties
- Moddable (you can screw out the HDD/DVD bays) though I haven't done much to it yet.

Cons:
- Fan mounting holes are flimsy
- PSU on top is not ideal if you like to work in your case frequently.
- Lots of screws.

mine comes in today :D :D :D :D :D

im going to try and change the blue led's to red though.

[t77snapshot]

look what I've just received:
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05712.jpg

I'll be doing some cm on my tempest for a few hours and then I'll show you the results, wish me luck:laugh:

NICE! I want to get the 24pin, are they good quality? Good luck on the cable management and take your time.;) It will pay off and look awesome!

Very nice Evo!

I'll shoot up some pics of my Hades when I get home - Just got done modding it for custom watercooling on my i7.

Sweet! I wanna see the Hades with a water setup!:toast:

mine comes in today :D :D :D :D :D

im going to try and change the blue led's to red though.

Your stoked!:rockout: Red led mod would look sick!

[johnnyfiive]

look what I've just received:
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05712.jpg

I'll be doing some cm on my tempest for a few hours and then I'll show you the results, wish me luck:laugh:

I've got some of these coming from NZXT for review, should be interesting. :rockout:

[msgclb]

My NZXT BETA EVO Classic case.

http://img.techpowerup.org/100214/NZXT Case - 3.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100214/NZXT Case - 2.jpg

And what it does for a living!:D

http://img.techpowerup.org/100214/NZXT DT - 1.jpg

MB: MSI K9A2 Platinum Processor: AMD Phenom 9950 Memory: G.SKILL 4GB DDR2-1066 Cooling: XIGMATEK Dark Knight-S1283V
Video: (2) GTX 260 video cards PSU: NZXT 800W PSU OS: Windows 7 64-bit

[Loosenut]

Nice case Msgclb, I can see you're a person of exquisite taste :toast:

Welcome to the club

[KieX]

Hello NZXT Clubhouse! Here goes my NZXT BETA Evo Classic too:

Main Purpose: Cruncher / Media and printer server
CPU: Q8400 @ ~3.3GHz
Mobo: Asus P5KPL-AM SE
RAM: 4GB (2x2) OCZ Platinum DDR2 1066MHz

(This case will house my upcoming upgrade to i7. Should have a decent camera by then to make it justice :laugh:)

http://img.techpowerup.org/100213/P130210_23.250001.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100213/P130210_23.260001.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100214/cruncher01.jpg

[sNiPeRbOb]

My NZXT Panzerbox!


http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/P2131237.jpg

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/P2131242.jpg

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/P2131276.jpg

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/P2131255.jpg
More pictures here (http://s288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/)

[t77snapshot]

My NZXT Panzerbox!


http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/P2131237.jpg

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/P2131242.jpg

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/P2131276.jpg

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/P2131255.jpg
More pictures here (http://s288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/)

Haha you have a nice little lan party setup. That Panzer looks excellent!:D what are your temps like?

[sneekypeet]

I've sold most of the cases on that list, can I get in:roll:

Nice little user specific clubhouse;)

[t77snapshot]

Hello NZXT Clubhouse! Here goes my NZXT BETA Evo Classic too:

Main Purpose: Cruncher / Media and printer server
CPU: Q8400 @ ~3.3GHz
Mobo: Asus P5KPL-AM SE
RAM: 4GB (2x2) OCZ Platinum DDR2 1066MHz

(This case will house my upcoming upgrade to i7. Should have a decent camera by then to make it justice :laugh:)

http://img.techpowerup.org/100213/P130210_23.250001.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100213/P130210_23.260001.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100214/cruncher01.jpg

Welcome KieX, thanks for confirming through pm. I don't know how I missed this post:o anyway that's a sweet Beta cruncher you have there:) that cooler looks massive.

[KieX]

Welcome KieX, thanks for confirming through pm. I don't know how I missed this post:o anyway that's a sweet Beta cruncher you have there:) that cooler looks massive.

Stealth WIN! :laugh: Yup, the TRUE dwarfs the mATX board

[t77snapshot]

look what I've just received:
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05712.jpg

I'll be doing some cm on my tempest for a few hours and then I'll show you the results, wish me luck:laugh:

EvolvA~

Did you finish your Tempest yet? Lets see this bad boy already.:rockout:

[EvolvA]

yes, I finished some days ago, but I don't have my camera, I'll post the pictures as soon as I get it back from my sister

[EvolvA]

I finally got back my camera, so here are the photos

this is the original messy state of my tempest
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05532.jpg

this is after installing a megahalems and turning the PSU to improve cable management, but without a breathing hole it run a bit too hot
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05540.jpg

this is the two holes I did for the PSU and an other to improve overall airflow
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05713.jpg

here you can see the hole for the CPU power NZXT cable, I know it's crap but I don't have the necesary tools to do it better, however it plays its role perfectly...
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05714.jpg

here's the result of the cable management without the mobo. Paintwork is not perfect, but you wouldn't be seeing that without the flash of my camera
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05715.jpg

almost done...
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05716.jpg

done at last!!
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05717.jpg

this is what you can see from the bottom, I know there are a lot of scraches, but no one gona ever see that (except you lot:roll:)
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05719.jpg

this is the NZXT CPU power cable, nice isn't it?
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05768.jpg

and this is my "cave", or that's how my mom calls it....
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05769.jpg

[KieX]

I finally got back my camera, so here are the photos

this is the original messy state of my tempest
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05532.jpg

this is after installing a megahalems and turning the PSU to improve cable management, but without a breathing hole it run a bit too hot
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05540.jpg

this is the two holes I did for the PSU and an other to improve overall airflow
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05713.jpg

here you can see the hole for the CPU power NZXT cable, I know it's crap but I don't have the necesary tools to do it better, however it plays its role perfectly...
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05714.jpg

here's the result of the cable management without the mobo. Paintwork is not perfect, but you wouldn't be seeing that without the flash of my camera
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05715.jpg

almost done...
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05716.jpg

done at last!!
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05717.jpg

this is what you can see from the bottom, I know there are a lot of scraches, but no one gona ever see that (except you lot:roll:)
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05719.jpg

this is the NZXT CPU power cable, nice isn't it?
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05768.jpg

and this is my "cave", or that's how my mom calls it....
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05769.jpg

That is a HUGE improvement, good work! :toast: I also quite love your Sharingan theme, noticed the Mangekyō on the side panel fan plate too. :laugh:

[EvolvA]

That is a HUGE improvement, good work! :toast: I also quite love your Sharingan theme, noticed the Amaterasu on the side panel fan plate too. :laugh:

thanks, it's not as smooth as some of your builds but that is as much as I can do with my current setup. the idea of the sharingan came to me after painting the side grill black (I didn't like the original silver color) and it turned out to be really nice:)

[KieX]

Just noticed you are living in Madrid, eres español? Also, where do you buy computer parts from where you live? Going to live in Coruña in a couple years so, would be nice to know where to get things from.

[EvolvA]

si, soy español. Most of my computer is from pccomponentes.com, it's a fantastic online store with very good prices compared to other here in Spain but with a very limited catalog. Oher good online stores here in Spain (online is the best option if you want fairly good prices here) are alternate.es, izarmicro.net, coolmod.com and 4frags.com, these all have a bigger catalog but in most articles not such good prices as pccomponentes

[t77snapshot]

I finally got back my camera, so here are the photos

this is the original messy state of my tempest
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05532.jpg

this is after installing a megahalems and turning the PSU to improve cable management, but without a breathing hole it run a bit too hot
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05540.jpg

this is the two holes I did for the PSU and an other to improve overall airflow
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05713.jpg

here you can see the hole for the CPU power NZXT cable, I know it's crap but I don't have the necesary tools to do it better, however it plays its role perfectly...
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05714.jpg

here's the result of the cable management without the mobo. Paintwork is not perfect, but you wouldn't be seeing that without the flash of my camera
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05715.jpg

almost done...
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05716.jpg

done at last!!
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05717.jpg

this is what you can see from the bottom, I know there are a lot of scraches, but no one gona ever see that (except you lot:roll:)
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05719.jpg

this is the NZXT CPU power cable, nice isn't it?
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05768.jpg

and this is my "cave", or that's how my mom calls it....
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC05769.jpg


Wow! the before and after shots are a big difference! You did a great job cutting the intake holes on the bottom and I like the red and black you got goin.:toast:

[EvolvA]

thanks a lot, but I envy you lot becouse of your reeeeeally good cable managing you do, wish I had a mobo with the sata ports facing the front of the case:cry:, I hate the way my sata cables are...

[KieX]

thanks a lot, but I envy you lot becouse of your reeeeeally good cable managing you do, wish I had a mobo with the sata ports facing the front of the case:cry:, I hate the way my sata cables are...

You can bend the bottom sata cables upward and mold them into a single line with the ones above.

You can't always get perfect cable management, but straight lines, and hiding one cable under another like one bunch makes it look cleaner.

I attached a paint maseterpiece (:laugh: lol) to show what I mean.

[EvolvA]

good idea, niiiiice drawing (been laughting for a minute).
I'll try that tomorrow morning

[t77snapshot]

thanks a lot, but I envy you lot becouse of your reeeeeally good cable managing you do, wish I had a mobo with the sata ports facing the front of the case:cry:, I hate the way my sata cables are...

Dude, if I live close to you I would be so happy to come over and perform the cable management on your case.:) Any way I took a good look at your set up and came up with some tips that shouldn't requier any hardware removal, just the back panel:

With the way you sata plugs are setup you can do what KieX said by overlapping them to look as one and instead of puttung them through the right hole, just run them straight down under the mobo and up on the backside. From there you can run them to the right (behind the tray) where your hdd's are, I hope that makes sense.

I have more good tips but it is easier to show you in pictures rather then just words, but I'm at work right now so I will post them later.:)

[EvolvA]

thank you for the help. BTW, any tip, critizism, whatever will be more than wellcome

ps: can't wait to see the rest of your tips t77snapshot

[v-zero]

My NZXT Panzerbox!


http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/P2131237.jpg

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/P2131242.jpg

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/P2131276.jpg

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/P2131255.jpg
More pictures here (http://s288.photobucket.com/albums/ll181/sniperbob151/panzerbox/)
That Panzer needs a window, it's gorgeous!

[sneekypeet]

M59 ;)

http://img.techpowerup.org/100221/21.jpg

[brandonwh64]

M59 as a HTPC!!!

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d31/brandonwh64/HTPC11.jpg

[t77snapshot]

M59 ;)

http://img.techpowerup.org/100221/21.jpg

Wow! is this yours peet? looks nice & clean.:)

[sneekypeet]

It is currently, well its in my basement for now, until I gut it tomorrow to build something else.

[t77snapshot]

It is currently, well its in my basement for now, until I gut it tomorrow to build something else.

haha that's how you roll!;) Well do you want to be apart of the club any ways? :D

M59 as a HTPC!!!

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d31/brandonwh64/HTPC11.jpg

That is an interesting air flow configuration.....was that the way you set it up at first? or have you tried flipping the cpu/top fans as well?

[sneekypeet]

sure, Ill have a few images for the club along the way.

My Beta...
http://img.techpowerup.org/100221/nzxt_beta_034.jpg

Panzerbox
http://img.techpowerup.org/100221/nzxt_panzer-box_043.jpg

And the Zero2
http://img.techpowerup.org/100221/nzxt_zero-2_040.jpg

:roll:

[xrealm20]

OK -- Finally time to upload some pictures of my Hades --

http://img.techpowerup.org/100221/ChassisOpen.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100221/Pumpandres.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100221/cpuclose.jpg

Let me know what ya'll think :toast:

[t77snapshot]

DAMN:eek: xrealm20! your hades looks awesome and for such a small case you managed to make it clean. I like how you tucked the pump/res in the hdd bays, excellent job:)

[xrealm20]

Thanks t77, I spent a good amount of time trying to figure out where to put everything. I actually had intended to put the radiator inside the case, but it covered the ram slots on the motherboard, so I had to improvise just a little ;)

I'm really suprised how much room there is inside this case. Fitting a 300mm graphics card, Aka 5970 should't be a problem.

[t77snapshot]

Thanks t77, I spent a good amount of time trying to figure out where to put everything. I actually had intended to put the radiator inside the case, but it covered the ram slots on the motherboard, so I had to improvise just a little ;)

I'm really suprised how much room there is inside this case. Fitting a 300mm graphics card, Aka 5970 should't be a problem.

Yeah water cooling can be a pain in the a$$ sometimes, but you definitely made it work. I'm sure you thought of this already but there is one way you can improve your setup to make it a little bit more efficient. You can cut 2 holes at the top of the case and flip your rad so the tubing goes straight down into the case, rather then wrapping around from the back. The less amount of tubing you use can make a good difference. Here is a very poorly edited picture of what I'm talking about >
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/xrealm.jpg

I know this would take some work to accomplish so I'm not saying "you must do it", no this is just a small idea maybe for the future if you haven't thought of it already.:) Believe me your case is quick sick the way it is!:toast:

[xrealm20]

Before when I've built WC systems, I normally went koolance - so, assembling the WC system was much easier when the pump, res, and rad were already installed =)

Thanks for the suggestion about the loop, and I'm actually going to modify the way it runs when I get a second 5770. Going to add them to the loop with an additional radiator. Should be fun ;)

[Yukikaze]

Changed my loop. Now everything is internal to the case, and looks tons better.

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020264.jpg

The only con is that I've only two expansion slots open now with the dual rad up front, and both are taken already by the DVD-RW and the HDD. Then again, I am not going to need more than that anyway.

[t77snapshot]

Changed my loop. Now everything is internal to the case, and looks tons better.

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020264.jpg

The only con is that I've only two expansion slots open now with the dual rad up front, and both are taken already by the DVD-RW and the HDD. Then again, I am not going to need more than that anyway.

Very nice!!! I noticed your cable management has improved too:rockout:, it looks a lot cleaner! would it be possible to see some more pics? I mounted my duel rad in the bays as well, but I wasn't 100% on that choice due to my res location. I ended up getting a different res, so it might work better. I want to see your setup with that rad position.:)

[Yukikaze]

Here's before I changed the fan grill:
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020256.jpg

The rest of the pics aren't very good, fitting the camera in the case was tricky:

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020261.jpg

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020262.jpg

Top rad too:

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020263.jpg

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020260.jpg

The front dual rad is bolted to the lower front fan-grill (the one that can be removed with four screws from the front) through the lower front 120mm fan. The top front 120mm fan isn't bolted to the rad, but rather to the top front fan grill, but it snugly fits right where it should be on the rad.

[t77snapshot]

Here's before I changed the fan grill:
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020256.jpg

The rest of the pics aren't very good, fitting the camera in the case was tricky:

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020261.jpg

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020262.jpg

Top rad too:

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020263.jpg

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020260.jpg

The front dual rad is bolted to the lower front fan-grill (the one that can be removed with four screws from the front) through the lower front 120mm fan. The top front 120mm fan isn't bolted to the rad, but rather to the top front fan grill, but it snugly fits right where it should be on the rad.


Wow I didn't know you had a 2nd rad on the top! Looks like a sweet setup:toast: is the top rad a 140mm? looks like that fan barely fits. What you cpu temps like?

[Yukikaze]

Wow I didn't know you had a 2nd rad on the top! Looks like a sweet setup:toast: is the top rad a 140mm? looks like that fan barely fits. What you cpu temps like?

This is a bargain-bin Thermaltake BigWater 745. The top rad is 120mm, it just looks bigger due to the shroud. The total setup is a dual rad up front in place of the HDD bays, the single rad on top, 3/8" tubing, a TT copper block with acrylic top (with pretty bad flow-design for the block) and a very sucky 400L/H pump. I run distilled water (as coolant) plus a few drops of Copper Sulfate (as biocide) in the loop.

With an ambient of 20c idle temps reported are:
24c CPU temp readout, 32c on the cores.
Load temps in Prime95 are:
42c CPU readout, 43c on the cores.
Load temps in linpack 64-bit are:
57c CPU readout, 57c on the cores.

This is at my 24/7 settings of 4050Mhz at 1.28v on the cores, 1.57v CPU PLL, 1.34v CPU VTT.

[t77snapshot]

^^^ Those are pretty good temps bro, I know those Tt blocks are crap but you made up for it by running 2 rads.;) Congrats on the overclock! I take it your in the 4Ghz club? I will hopefully finish my long over due water project and reach my 4.0 goal soon, But I have a Phenom II so it might be a little bit more challenging.:p

I'm selling a Laing D4 pump if your interested? the flow rate is 1400 L/H, but it's little on the loud side.

[Yukikaze]

^^^ Those are pretty good temps bro, I know those Tt blocks are crap but you made up for it by running 2 rads.;) Congrats on the overclock! I take it your in the 4Ghz club? I will hopefully finish my long over due water project and reach my 4.0 goal soon, But I have a Phenom II so it might be a little bit more challenging.:p

I'm selling a Laing D4 pump if your interested? the flow rate is 1400 L/H, but it's little on the loud side.

I am a three-time member of the 4Ghz club :toast:

All of those OCs (Pentium 4 4.2Ghz, Core i7 920 at 4.2Ghz, Q9650 at 4Ghz) were on air. I just ordered (Last sat, waiting for the order from Sidewinder Computers to be processed) a massive WC setup for my i7 975 (MCR320+MCR220+MCP655+1/2" Tygon tubing as the basis), with the goal to hit 4.5Ghz. I got the thing to POST at 4.7Ghz before, but at 1.4v the temps on the D0 Bloomfield are too high for any air cooler.

Hmm. Drop me a PM with the pricing for the pump, I might be interested. Just take the shipping into account (I am in Israel).

[t77snapshot]

Hmm. Drop me a PM with the pricing for the pump, I might be interested. Just take the shipping into account (I am in Israel).

Oh crap, I totally forgot you live in Israel. I no longer ship internationally sorry.:o It's nothing against you of course, I just a couple of bad experiences with international shipping and I will never do it again.:ohwell: So nevermind...my bad.

[FordGT90Concept]

I have a Zero 2. The only thing half-way significant about it is that it has a Scythe Mugen-2. XD

[t77snapshot]

I have a Zero 2. The only thing half-way significant about it is that it has a Scythe Mugen-2. XD

Welcome to the club FordGT90Concept!:toast:

Post some pics and show off your Zero 2:)

[FordGT90Concept]

Sadly, there's nothing to show off. It's just a Zero 2 with stuff in it. :roll:

[t77snapshot]

New section has been added:

TPU's NZXT Cases for Sale!

(Nzxt cases only, thank you)

[stinger608]

That is a great idea Snapshot!!! And I want to thank you for listing my Tempest as the first one on the "for sale" links :-)

[t77snapshot]

I am going to have to delay my wc'ing project again due to low funds, but I wanted to get rid of that Zalman cooler. I got this v8 for a great deal (had issue's with the seller though :shadedshu) and it dropped my temps from 51c to 45c both @100% load. I also added a ram cooler I had laying around.:rolleyes: The cable management is also very bad, I'm not not going to deal with it until the "final build" is ready. This is just ATM:p

atm before:

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/atm_top.jpg

atm after:

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/NewV8cooler.jpg

[xrealm20]

Awesome bro! :toast: --- Never realized the inside of your case was orange ;)

Let me know if you need some WC parts -- I've got a cpu block (danger den mc-tdx) and a few other odds and ends laying around.

[EvolvA]

I am going to have to delay my wc'ing project again due to low funds, but I wanted to get rid of that Zalman cooler. I got this v8 for a great deal (had issue's with the seller though :shadedshu) and it dropped my temps from 51c to 45c both @100% load. I also added a ram cooler I had laying around.:rolleyes: The cable management is also very bad, I'm not not going to deal with it until the "final build" is ready. This is just ATM:p

atm before:

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/atm_top.jpg

atm after:

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/NewV8cooler.jpg

wow, I've always loved the looks of the V8, but I'm not sure it was the best choice right now. Again you say your cable management is bad ¬¬, you know my opinion about it...
BTW you should update your system specs, because I can no longer see the two EVGA nvidia GPUs (am I wrong or is that a 5850?)

ps: show us all your wc'ing when you're done;)

[t77snapshot]

wow, I've always loved the looks of the V8, but I'm not sure it was the best choice right now. Again you say your cable management is bad ¬¬, you know my opinion about it...
BTW you should update your system specs, because I can no longer see the two EVGA nvidia GPUs (am I wrong or is that a 5850?)

ps: show us all your wc'ing when you're done;)

I know, i know that V8 is not the top choice of air coolers in mind, but I got it for only 30 bucks. It's a GTX285, I pulled the 9600gt out because the 285 can handle the performance and physics just fine and thought the card was just creating unwanted heat.:rolleyes: Thanks for the system specs reminder and trust me when my wc'ing is finished it will be all over the forums.;)

[freaksavior]

Hey guys, selling my i7 920, check my fs thread. Also, if it sells, im going to perform the fan controller mod and have it modded into the front of the case :)

so someone buy it so they can see what im going to do.

[Delta6326]

Oh sweet i have a Tempest for about 1 year and now i just got a M59 won in a contest pic later if i remeber

[Gas2100]

may i join this club? :P NZXT Lexa S:

(horrible picture - phone..ill get better ones)

http://img101.imageshack.us/img101/8949/dsc00215o.jpg

the set up:

http://img59.imageshack.us/img59/2469/dsc00201yp.jpg


yes, they are hotwheels cars on the walls around my station..my dad collects the old american muscle cars they do as well as the old classic cars they do..its an epic collection..over 300 :/

[t77snapshot]

may i join this club? :P NZXT Lexa S:

(horrible picture - phone..ill get better ones)

http://img101.imageshack.us/img101/8949/dsc00215o.jpg

the set up:

http://img59.imageshack.us/img59/2469/dsc00201yp.jpg


yes, they are hotwheels cars on the walls around my station..my dad collects the old american muscle cars they do as well as the old classic cars they do..its an epic collection..over 300 :/

Welcome to the club Gas2100!:toast:

I like the Lexa S case because it looks clean but not too over the top freakish looking.;) My brother collects hotwheels too, but his are all stored in boxes.

[Bo$$]

i have an M59 i cannot get an image up, due to it being 4MB

[sneekypeet]

sweet collection of Hotwheels!!!!

[t77snapshot]

I am in the process of building an Apollo for a friend, I will post pics of the project when I'm done.:)

[Gas2100]

just made a small mod for my lexa, i got tired of seeing the wires from my psu..

before
http://img59.imageshack.us/img59/1025/dsc00215fd.jpg

after..
http://img641.imageshack.us/img641/2170/photo0007c.jpg


>>>>yes im quite embarresed about how small that GX2 makes my motherboard look :(<<<<

the hotwheel cars: (the rest are in a big box awaiting us to get a cork board to pin them up on)

http://img294.imageshack.us/img294/6024/dsc00226h.jpg

http://img696.imageshack.us/img696/7415/dsc00225mw.jpg

**yea thers some old school matchbox cars in ther too in the last pic :D**

[sneekypeet]

thanks for the images, but noiw I feel old. Those "old school" cars weren't old school when I had em as a kid:roll:

[Gas2100]

thanks for the images, but noiw I feel old. Those "old school" cars weren't old school when I had em as a kid:roll:

lol sorry mate :P if ya like i can try and make ya feel older by posting pics of our old corgi collection? :D lol

[t77snapshot]

i have an M59 i cannot get an image up, due to it being 4MB

Welcome to the club Bo$$:toast:

Just open your pic in paint and shrink it a little bit.;)

just made a small mod for my lexa, i got tired of seeing the wires from my psu..

before
http://img59.imageshack.us/img59/1025/dsc00215fd.jpg

after..
http://img641.imageshack.us/img641/2170/photo0007c.jpg


>>>>yes im quite embarresed about how small that GX2 makes my motherboard look :(<<<

Wow that looks a lot cleaner! What did you use as the cover?

[Gas2100]

some really thin aluminum coverd in 3 inch wide black electrical tape to prevent any possibility of conductivity measured and cut it..thinking of putting a fan into the cover to blow air up into the case..not sure yet tho..hmm

[Bo$$]

http://img.techpowerup.org/100313/P1000985.jpg

here it is, it looks much messier in that picture for some reason

[t77snapshot]

http://img.techpowerup.org/100313/P1000985.jpg

here it is, it looks much messier in that picture for some reason

That's a nice build!:) Are you raiding those WD 500's?

[Bo$$]

That's a nice build!:) Are you raiding those WD 500's?

thanks, yup those are both in raid, i got another IDE 320GB hiding in the HDD bay (lying on top of the DVD drive :roll: )

any tips for tidying up, the cable management is a little tight in this case?

[t77snapshot]

thanks, yup those are both in raid, i got another IDE 320GB hiding in the HDD bay (lying on top of the DVD drive :roll: )

any tips for tidying up, the cable management is a little tight in this case?

If you cant tuck those fan wires behind the drive bays, you could sleeve them black to make them blend in to the back round. You should able to tuck that ide cable behind the bays considering IDE's are flat and quit flexible.;) I would need a shot of the inside without the side panel on and some better lighting to give you some good tips for cable management.


@EvolvA

I haven't forgot'in about you Evo, I have some good idea's to tidy up your case as well, but I have to go to work today so I will post them hopefully tomorrow.:)

[EvolvA]

...

@EvolvA

I haven't forgot'in about you Evo, I have some good idea's to tidy up your case as well, but I have to go to work today so I will post them hopefully tomorrow.:)

oh, I had forgotten about it myself :ohwell:, can´t wait to see your ideas, thanks in advance

[t77snapshot]

The Apollo build is finished! I built this rig for a client and he wanted a green themed Nzxt Apollo. He is 15 and his parents bought him a piece of crap Dell only a year ago and since he is a huge rpg gamer the dell couldn't really handle what he plays. I recommended most of these parts according to their budget and it resulting in a massive upgrade from what he had before. This kid was so stoked:toast: So here it is, tell me what ya think?

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9025.jpg

specs:
Nzxt Apollo case
Gigabyte EP45-UD3
BFG GTX 275 896Mb
Intel Core2duo @2.5Ghz
Crucial 3Gb ddr2 800mhz
WD Caviar Blue 640Gb hdd
Window 7 Home Prem. 64bit
Antec Truepower 750w psu

I started be modding the structure of the case be cutting out the front and rear fan grills. ( you can see where I screwed up the back cut.:o)

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9007.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9003.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9032.jpg


I cut a section out of the lip on the back for the cable management, the lip would make it impossible to close the panel. Also cut a square hole for the psu cables to enter the backside of the case.
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG8986-Copy.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG8984.jpg


Next I cut a bottom hole for an intake fan to shoot cool air up into the cards intake.
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9014.jpg
Added a dust filter
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9016.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9015.jpg


Well since he wanted a "green" theme I had to get rid of those blue leds that come in the front bezel of the case, so I soldered in 3 green leds.
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG8993.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG8995.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9042.jpg

c/m
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9026.jpg


Final build!:toast:
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9064.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9069.jpg


Take a look inside............
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9053.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9047.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9055.jpg
:)

[ehume]

t77snapsot - excellent choices. You have really freed up the air in there. Did you get before and after temps?

[KieX]

Good work! Looks like you've really improved that case's airflow and noise with those mods. As with your other build I've seen you got nice cable management going on and the front panel looks real nice with the green LED's. Your client certainly has reason to be stoked and not just because of the big hardware upgrade. Once more, good work! :D

[t77snapshot]

t77snapsot - excellent choices. You have really freed up the air in there. Did you get before and after temps?

This was a brand new build so there aren't any before temps and I can't remember what the current temps are, sorry. I could find out later this week though.:)

@ KieX

Thank you:)...and yeah, this case didn't really provide any c/m or airflow so I had to mod it to make up for that.

[FreedomEclipse]

I got some old pics of my NZXT Guardian floating around on the net somewhere. I cant remember the site i uploaded it to but its similar to photobucket.

A lot of my pics are still archived in Guru3d - Since thats where I was before I came here & upgraded to a Q9550 system

[EvolvA]

woa, that is impresive. I've never liked the Apollo, but you've done a great job, specially with the cable management mod, given this case has absolutely no cm features, congratulations t77snapshot!!

[t77snapshot]

I got some old pics of my NZXT Guardian floating around on the net somewhere. I cant remember the site i uploaded it to but its similar to photobucket.

A lot of my pics are still archived in Guru3d - Since thats where I was before I came here & upgraded to a Q9550 system

Dig 'em up and show off your Guardian!:cool:

[FreedomEclipse]

Dig 'em up and show off your Guardian!:cool:

dug all the way back to 2006 in the guru3d archives - cant find anything. tried looking up file hosters but I really cant remeber what site it was - but I do remember having uploaded some pictures of my guitars, pc's & pictures of my ex-gf on there (to tell the world that a peice of my heart was floating around somwhere on the net. fucked if i should know....)

spent an hour digging around doing multiple searches - couldnt find anything what i was looking for.

[FreedomEclipse]

I will definitely upload my own pics soon - I need to do a W7 RTM install on it anyway

but for now for illustration purposes....

http://www.dansdata.com/images/nzxtguard/guardian640.jpg

http://www.dansdata.com/images/nzxtguard/guardsilly560.jpg

http://www.dansdata.com/images/nzxtguard/front560.jpg

http://www.dansdata.com/images/nzxtguard/frontports640.jpg

http://www.dansdata.com/images/nzxtguard/open640.jpg

http://www.dansdata.com/images/nzxtguard/visor640.jpg

http://www.dansdata.com/images/nzxtguard/visorglow640.jpg

http://www.dansdata.com/images/nzxtguard/side640.jpg

http://www.dansdata.com/images/nzxtguard/emblem640.jpg

http://www.dansdata.com/images/nzxtguard/inside640.jpg

http://www.dansdata.com/images/nzxtguard/driveclamps640.jpg

----

My case - NXZT Guardian

[Chicken Patty]

Don't have one myself but i love them. Subbed :toast:

[ehume]

Looks like an original Cylon. Wouldn't want one of those staring at me - from on my desk or (perhaps worse) - under it.

[t77snapshot]

I will definitely upload my own pics soon - I need to do a W7 RTM install on it anyway

but for now for illustration purposes....

http://www.dansdata.com/images/nzxtguard/guardian640.jpg


http://www.dansdata.com/images/nzxtguard/inside640.jpg

----

My case - NXZT Guardian

Not much available airflow in that case:o, but it looks pretty sweet!;)

[FreedomEclipse]

Not much available airflow in that case:o, but it looks pretty sweet!;)

Dont really matter - only got a AMD64 FX-55 & a X850XT in it anyway - Did have an Audigy 2 ZS but sold that to my dad

[t77snapshot]

Ok, so I finally finished the last parts of cutting into my case. First I cut out the back fan gill for improved airflow and noise. I also added some new stuff and gave Freeman's Box a nice makeover.:)
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9382.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9427.jpg

Next I cut out the bottom hole so I could flip the psu (I've been wanting to do this for a long time!).
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/psucut.jpg

Do you see the face?;)
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9384.jpg

I installed an Aerocool Touch 2000 to keep the noise down while my women is home because she is always nagging about the computer being to loud:p, then crank them up for gaming and benching.
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9425.jpg


I added another GTX 285 :toast: and cleaned up my cable management. So what you do ya guys think?

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9389.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9387.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9421.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9422.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9414.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9416.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9434.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9432.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9395.jpg

[EvolvA]

Oh my.... I really adore your tempest, it's so sexy


http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9382.jpg


I did the same for the front fans, and it was quite an improvement...

again, congratulations for such a sexy setup

ps: love your razer keyboard, I bought a razer imperator mouse myself, I'll post some photos when I do the last mod on my tempest, might be tomorrow...

[t77snapshot]

Oh my.... I really adore your tempest, it's so sexy


I did the same for the front fans, and it was quite an improvement...

again, congratulations for such a sexy setup

ps: love your razer keyboard, I bought a razer imperator mouse myself, I'll post some photos when I do the last mod on my tempest, might be tomorrow...

Yea I cut the front grills out too, but I used tin snips so they don't look as pretty.

Awesome! Did you spend more time cleaning up the cables?

[(FIH) The Don]

i am SO joining this club very soon

here is a teaser

it has blue lights in the front, so i can re use my cm fans:D

+ i might do wc in it, but time will show:D

snyone with a rogue who has a larger air cooler in it? i seen some with a true in it, would be fun if my dark knight could fit in there at the beginning

http://img.techpowerup.org/100403/IMG_2090407.jpg

[EvolvA]

finally I had some time to do the last mod I'll be doing in my tempest

this is what I bought yesterday for the mod:
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06016.jpg

this was to check if it fitted
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06019.jpg

it fitted quite right so here's the paintwork and final look
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06022.jpg
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06023.jpg
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06024.jpg

what do you think?

[t77snapshot]

finally I had some time to do the last mod I'll be doing in my tempest

this is what I bought yesterday for the mod:
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06016.jpg

this was to check if it fitted
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06019.jpg

it fitted quite right so here's the paintwork and final look
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06022.jpg
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06023.jpg
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06024.jpg

what do you think?

Wow nice mod! Evolva:rockout:

That's a great idea for your cable management and I like the red, it works well with your theme. Now you gotta get rid of that green cpu fan eww:laugh: keep it all red/black! Now that you have the cover on, it gives you more options for hiding the cables. Ok so I was thinking, maybe run your sata cables straight down (to the bottom of the mobo, behind the red panel and then direct them to the right (bypass that hole all together). Also run your front panel wires behind the red panel from the bottom and up to the board. That alone should make it look not so cluttery in that partiular area of the case.:) I hope that all made sense to you.

[EvolvA]

it makes perfect sense, and you're right about the green fan, but it's so damn good I don't want to get rid of it (I might paint the blades red). and about the sata cables, I'll do exactly what you've said next weekend :), thanks a lot for the tips

[t77snapshot]

My latest upgrade....

I finally installed my H50, ran into some small issues but no biggie. I really wanted to mount it to the top and have one of the 140mm fans pulling and a 120mm pushing, but I lost my adapter:ohwell: So I just mounted it the traditional way. Everything looks good accept for that 3pin pump cable...I am going to connect it straight to the psu later.

Ok on to the pics and temps---

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9593.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9599.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9604.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9610.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9601.jpg

idle temps:

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/idletemps.jpg

Prime95 load temps:

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/loadtemp.jpg

[Chicken Patty]

Looks great Travis, that H50 looks awfully familiar to mine :laugh:

[Yukikaze]

My Tempest grew a little home-built fan controller.

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020490.jpg

More pics of the process here (http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?p=1856272#post1856272).

[EvolvA]

that's cool mate, good work. what's the voltage range? 5v to 12v?

[Yukikaze]

that's cool mate, good work. what's the voltage range? 5v to 12v?

Thanks. Yeah, that's about the range on the VRs.

[t77snapshot]

My Tempest grew a little home-built fan controller.

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e44/Direwolf007/P1020490.jpg

More pics of the process here (http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?p=1856272#post1856272).

That is awesome bro! It looks really good, I like it!:toast:

[Optimouse Prime]

Hey guys i posted a while ago and said i was going post some pictures of my NZXT Tempest and the rest of my blue stuff Habu Mouse and Saitek Eclispe so here they are =) sorry for the cam quality its a dark room and i used my Jet to take pictures
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0004.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0012.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0013.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0014.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0022.jpg

[t77snapshot]

Hey guys i posted a while ago and said i was going post some pictures of my NZXT Tempest and the rest of my blue stuff Habu Mouse and Saitek Eclispe so here they are =) sorry for the cam quality its a dark room and i used my Jet to take pictures
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0004.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0012.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0013.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0014.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0022.jpg

Welcome to the club O.prime!:toast:

That is a sweet setup! I noticed you removed the filters from the front bays which makes very visible to the inside, cool!

[KieX]

Hey guys i posted a while ago and said i was going post some pictures of my NZXT Tempest and the rest of my blue stuff Habu Mouse and Saitek Eclispe so here they are =) sorry for the cam quality its a dark room and i used my Jet to take pictures
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0004.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0012.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0013.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0014.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0022.jpg

t77 took the words out my mouth lol, first thing i thought when I saw these pics is SWEET!

[Yukikaze]

Hey guys i posted a while ago and said i was going post some pictures of my NZXT Tempest and the rest of my blue stuff Habu Mouse and Saitek Eclispe so here they are =) sorry for the cam quality its a dark room and i used my Jet to take pictures
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0004.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0012.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0013.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0014.jpg
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0022.jpg

That's a sweet setup right there. I need a table like that ! :toast:

You need to work on your cable management, though. It could use some tidying.

[Optimouse Prime]

thanks for all the comments guys appreciate them =) i no i was going to have a crack at the cables today just didnt have time =/ is there any good way that you guys have found at keeping them all out of sight or tidier than what they are noticed its a bit hard to keept them all together. Yeah i took the filters out of the front as my room seems to get quite hot so took them off for it to breath a bit better its still got the other fan filters on though which seem to do the trick =)

[Optimouse Prime]

Hey guys ive just managed to clean the cables up in my case as suggested =) tried my best to stop all the cables stopping my air flow and making it look tidier, but ive also added an antec tri cool to cool my 2x 260GTXs a bit better as ive started to overclock them tell me what you think
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0007.jpg
and my personal best 3dmark vantage with the cards now overclocked
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Optimouse23611.jpg
do you guys think it looks any tidier than before or if i need to move them a bit more? =)

[t77snapshot]

OMG! That is a huge improvement:toast: your case looks so much better O.prime.

[Delta6326]

i cant beleave you got it that tidy in the first place i think the Tempest has the worst cable management ever, by the way just moved back to my Tempest from my m59 it's much cooler
http://img.techpowerup.org/100427/Capture0112.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100427/Capture0113.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100427/Capture0114.jpg

[Yukikaze]

Hey guys ive just managed to clean the cables up in my case as suggested =) tried my best to stop all the cables stopping my air flow and making it look tidier, but ive also added an antec tri cool to cool my 2x 260GTXs a bit better as ive started to overclock them tell me what you think
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0007.jpg
and my personal best 3dmark vantage with the cards now overclocked
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Optimouse23611.jpg
do you guys think it looks any tidier than before or if i need to move them a bit more? =)

Looks like you got pretty much the "classic" cable management for the Tempest done. Bind cables together and keep 'em low to the mobo tray section. About all you can do with a Tempest without modding it.

Much better ! :rockout:

[EvolvA]

Hey guys ive just managed to clean the cables up in my case as suggested =) tried my best to stop all the cables stopping my air flow and making it look tidier, but ive also added an antec tri cool to cool my 2x 260GTXs a bit better as ive started to overclock them tell me what you think
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Photo0007.jpg
and my personal best 3dmark vantage with the cards now overclocked
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab196/OptimousePrime/Optimouse23611.jpg
do you guys think it looks any tidier than before or if i need to move them a bit more? =)

that's a great improvement!!!:rockout:

i cant beleave you got it that tidy in the first place i think the Tempest has the worst cable management ever, by the way just moved back to my Tempest from my m59 it's much cooler11
http://img.techpowerup.org/100427/Capture0112.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100427/Capture0113.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100427/Capture0114.jpg

as Yukikaze said, that's the best anyone can do with cable managing without modding the tempest, good job:toast:

[EvolvA]

BTW, this past weekend I added some more red to my Tempest
this is at night time:
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06039.jpg
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06049.jpg
and at day time:
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06052.jpg

[Optimouse Prime]

thanks for all your great comments guys appreciate them :) still looks no where as cool as yours though snapshot how long did it take for you to do the paint work and mods to your tempest? Evolva your looks rather epic in red :p suprised its not like daylight in your room at night lol liking your PSU there delta aswell where it glows blue where your cables are connected looks sweet :cool:

[t77snapshot]

i cant beleave you got it that tidy in the first place i think the Tempest has the worst cable management ever, by the way just moved back to my Tempest from my m59 it's much cooler
http://img.techpowerup.org/100427/Capture0112.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100427/Capture0113.jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100427/Capture0114.jpg

Shall I move you to the Tempest on the member list?

It's not too difficult to have cleaner cable management in your case, you just have to be more creative and spend a lot more time with it. Check this guys....here is the very first build with my tempest! before the new hardware, mods and the knowledge of c/m.:o These pics are embarrassing:laugh:
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG5219.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG5217.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG5215.jpg

BTW, this past weekend I added some more red to my Tempest
this is at night time:
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06039.jpg
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06049.jpg
and at day time:
http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac353/EvolvA/DSC06052.jpg

The high intensity of RED awesome!:rockout: Looks like the inside of your case is on fire.:p

thanks for all your great comments guys appreciate them :) still looks no where as cool as yours though snapshot how long did it take for you to do the paint work and mods to your tempest? Evolva your looks rather epic in red :p suprised its not like daylight in your room at night lol liking your PSU there delta aswell where it glows blue where your cables are connected looks sweet :cool:

Well it's hard to say because some of the mods were spread out over a course of 2 years. But all the mods excluding the psu cut, backplate, and rear fan grill cut were done together including the painting. I'd say it all took about 3 weeks because I hda to barrow the Dremel from a friend. The paint job alone took me 3 days if you include priming, sanding, drying, 2nd and 3rd coats.

These are the only pics I took of the paint job (bad cell phone pics, sorry)
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/Pic0113.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/Pic0111.jpg

[EvolvA]

wow, you spent quite a lot of time to mod your tempest! and of course the result is awesome:)

[t77snapshot]

wow, you spent quite a lot of time to mod your tempest! and of course the result is awesome:)

Thanks EvolvA:toast:

Your modded Tempest is look'in awesome too! Is that Nzxt fan controller new?

Edit: oh nevermind, I just looked back at your old pics and it's there :p

[EvolvA]

Thanks EvolvA:toast:

Your modded Tempest is look'in awesome too! Is that Nzxt fan controller new?

nope, it's allways been there...

[t77snapshot]

nope, it's allways been there...

I got rid of my Aerocool Touch2000 and went back to a simple knob controller. The touch screen was cool, but I didn't like it because I had to actually look at what I was doing. Now I can game and just turn them up with any distractions.:) I will mod the led's to Orange ones soon.


http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9661.jpg

(no, the window res is not hooked up, but just chill'in in there for the future water build._

[EvolvA]

I got rid of my Aerocool Touch2000 and went back to a simple knob controller. The touch screen was cool, but I didn't like it because I had to actually look at what I was doing. Now I can game and just turn them up with any distractions.:) I will mod the led's to Orange ones soon.


http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9661.jpg

(no, the window res is not hooked up, but just chill'in in there for the future water build._

yes, that's something I don't like about my Sentry LX and I was about to buy one of these
http://www.alternate.es/html/product/Cajas_Control_del_ventilador/NesteQ/FanMax_8-Kanal_Lueftersteuerung/345424/?tn=HARDWARE&l1=Refrigeraci%C3%B3n&l2=Ventiladores&l3=Control+del+ventilador
but I read a review telling the damn leds where incredibly bright, and I hate seeing the source of light directly...

BTW, let us see the change to orange leds as soon as you do it ;)

[Optimouse Prime]

thats pretty cool for 3 weeks :eek: wish i was as skilled as you at doing that, im just trying to stick to the blue motif :laugh: about as much as i do until i feel brave enough to start cutting, but i rekon ill have to give it a go looking at your results snapshot as ive got to agree with evolva that your works definatly paid off :cool:

[t77snapshot]

BTW, let us see the change to orange leds as soon as you do it ;)

Ok,:) I will post a little project log here when I have time to do it.

[Optimouse Prime]

Ok,:) I will post a little project log here when I have time to do it.
Cool cant wait to see it :) have you changed the led tubes at the front of your case to orange aswell? are they just cathode pipes?

[Bo$$]

i think that the first page needs to be updated

[t77snapshot]

Cool cant wait to see it :) have you changed the led tubes at the front of your case to orange aswell? are they just cathode pipes?

Yeah I soldered in Orange leds to replace the blue ones in the front panel. They are not exactly cathodes, it's just a plastic rod with an led capsule at one end which reflect through it. It is a very easy mod and it can still be done without a soldering gun by twisting the wires together, but I recommend soldering the wires to prevent shorts or connection issues.;)

i think that the first page needs to be updated

How so? did I miss a member in the list or something? I will be adding more of TPU's case reviews and Nzxt's new cases.

Edit: I just discovered the products link was bad and is now fixed. New feature has been added to the club! "TPU's Nzxt's NEWS Archive"! check out the latest and greatest NEWS of Nzxt products here at TPU. (located at OP)

[ehume]

Count me in:

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/6452/casesetupbeforecasefans.th.png (http://img11.imageshack.us/i/casesetupbeforecasefans.png/)

One NZXT Beta Evo, modded of course.

[Chicken Patty]

Count me in:

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/6452/casesetupbeforecasefans.th.png (http://img11.imageshack.us/i/casesetupbeforecasefans.png/)

One NZXT Beta Evo, modded of course.

That looks very good :toast:

[t77snapshot]

Count me in:

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/6452/casesetupbeforecasefans.th.png (http://img11.imageshack.us/i/casesetupbeforecasefans.png/)

One NZXT Beta Evo, modded of course.

Welcome to the club ehume!:toast: Your rig looks clean!

[ehume]

Welcome to the club ehume!:toast: Your rig looks clean!

I can't decide on this:

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/6452/casesetupbeforecasefans.th.png (http://img11.imageshack.us/i/casesetupbeforecasefans.png/)

or this:

http://img179.imageshack.us/img179/221/casesetupwithcasefans20.th.png (http://img179.imageshack.us/i/casesetupwithcasefans20.png/)

Have to test, of course.

[t77snapshot]

I can't decide on this:

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/6452/casesetupbeforecasefans.th.png (http://img11.imageshack.us/i/casesetupbeforecasefans.png/)

or this:

http://img179.imageshack.us/img179/221/casesetupwithcasefans20.th.png (http://img179.imageshack.us/i/casesetupwithcasefans20.png/)

Have to test, of course.

Is this just cpu fan config or whole case config? I would think 2nd pic because the top fans are a plus and push/pull is very affective. I would also recommend top fans exhaust.

[EvolvA]

I can't decide on this:

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/6452/casesetupbeforecasefans.th.png (http://img11.imageshack.us/i/casesetupbeforecasefans.png/)

or this:

http://img179.imageshack.us/img179/221/casesetupwithcasefans20.th.png (http://img179.imageshack.us/i/casesetupwithcasefans20.png/)

Have to test, of course.

nice build and good cm. push pull is a great configuration but I would also add another fan to the back of the case, and please let us see your rig running with those cathodes on ;)

BTW fill in your system specs on the User CP so we can check what's inside your beta.

[johnnyfiive]

Per snapshots suggestion, here are two pics of my cable management on the NZXT Tempest EVO

http://img.techpowerup.org/100506/NZXT_Prem_Cables_After_03.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100506/NZXT_Prem_Cables_After_Medium_02.jpg

[t77snapshot]

Per snapshots suggestion, here are two pics of my cable management on the NZXT Tempest EVO

http://img.techpowerup.org/100506/NZXT_Prem_Cables_After_03.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100506/NZXT_Prem_Cables_After_Medium_02.jpg

Once again...absolutly amazing!: Your old cables were glossy and stood out more from the camera flash, but these new ones just blend in with the backround. The new cable looks a lot better:toast:

[Chicken Patty]

dammit that is just one beautiful freggin' rig Johnny, truly serves as inspiration to get going with my project :respect:

[ehume]

johnnyfive - what a beautiful setup. What beautiful photography. What great cable management.

EvolvA - thanks for letting me know about the system specs. When I first signed onto the board I couldn't find it.

As for an exhaust fan, the system is better without one. Whether I put a single 38mm fan on the Mega or twin 25's (http://www.overclock.net/air-cooling/724577-well-dressed-megahalems-65-fans-112-a-5.html#post9276064), no exhaust fan can keep up without adding a large amount of noise itself. As for top intake vs top exhaust, I was impressed with Silverstone's demo on top intake.

But if I leave those big gaping top holes empty I get a nice natural flow. I bought the Beta Evo because my computer must fit under a shelf at my workspace. So there is no problem with open holes on the top of the machine. And fewer fans mean less noise.

I'll be testing, though: top intake vs top exhaust vs top empty. We'll see.

[t77snapshot]

My latest change: I replaced my two A.C. ryan orange led front intake fans (see pics below) too some Noctua NF-P12-1300 fans. My ac.ryan fans were starting to crap out by making this funny knocking noise and I got tired of hearing it. So I sacrificed looks for acoustics and my rig still has good temps with less noise.:toast:

Before:
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/acryans.jpg

AFTER
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/Noctuafans.jpg

[ehume]

@t77snapshot - Smart man, getting rid of those grills.

[t77snapshot]

@t77snapshot - Smart man, getting rid of those grills.

Less restriction on airflow the better;)

[EvolvA]

Per snapshots suggestion, here are two pics of my cable management on the NZXT Tempest EVO

http://img.techpowerup.org/100506/NZXT_Prem_Cables_After_03.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100506/NZXT_Prem_Cables_After_Medium_02.jpg

damn, my cm sucks compared to yours:cry:, sooooo beautiful:respect:

johnnyfive - what a beautiful setup. What beautiful photography. What great cable management.

EvolvA - thanks for letting me know about the system specs. When I first signed onto the board I couldn't find it.

As for an exhaust fan, the system is better without one. Whether I put a single 38mm fan on the Mega or twin 25's (http://www.overclock.net/air-cooling/724577-well-dressed-megahalems-65-fans-112-a-5.html#post9276064), no exhaust fan can keep up without adding a large amount of noise itself. As for top intake vs top exhaust, I was impressed with Silverstone's demo on top intake.

But if I leave those big gaping top holes empty I get a nice natural flow. I bought the Beta Evo because my computer must fit under a shelf at my workspace. So there is no problem with open holes on the top of the machine. And fewer fans mean less noise.

I'll be testing, though: top intake vs top exhaust vs top empty. We'll see.

you're wellcome
if it suits you best not to have an exhaust fan it's ok, I myself might not need it either, but I don't really care about the noise because I'm usually wearing headphones....

My latest change: I replaced my two A.C. ryan orange led front intake fans (see pics below) too some Noctua NF-P12-1300 fans. My ac.ryan fans were starting to crap out by making this funny knocking noise and I got tired of hearing it. So I sacrificed looks for acoustics and my rig still has good temps with less noise.:toast:

Before:
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/acryans.jpg

AFTER
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/Noctuafans.jpg

wow, those noctua are amazing (I can tell) but it's a pity you had to get rid of those sexy orange fans, on the other side you cut the grill and you will notice the change: less noise and lower temps (for the hdds more than anything) good job:rockout:

[t77snapshot]

wow, those noctua are amazing (I can tell) but it's a pity you had to get rid of those sexy orange fans, on the other side you cut the grill and you will notice the change: less noise and lower temps (for the hdds more than anything) good job:rockout:

I know, I really loved the orange fans:(, especially since I put some work into changing the leds in them. The orange cathodes always drowned the ac.ryans out anyway so I'm not loosing on the orange light.

[EvolvA]

oh!! I almost forgot to tell you. lately the temperature probes of my rheobus (NZXT Sentry LX) started to die and it anoys me a lot because any fan connected to the same channel of a dead probe can't be regulated, so I decided to email NZXT to ask for a new set of probes and a few hours later they answered telling me they needed my address and an invoice as prove of purchase, I dreaded they would ignore me because I'm from Spain, but I couldn't be more mistaken, because in just 12 days time I received a package with not only a new set of probes, but the WHOLE set of cables included with the sentry (power cable, all the socket cable for the fans and the temperature probes), so: VERY WELL DONE NZXT!!!! I'm really happy and impresed about NZXT's custommer service

[t77snapshot]

oh!! I almost forgot to tell you. lately the temperature probes of my rheobus (NZXT Sentry LX) started to die and it anoys me a lot because any fan connected to the same channel of a dead probe can't be regulated, so I decided to email NZXT to ask for a new set of probes and a few hours later they answered telling me they needed my address and an invoice as prove of purchase, I dreaded they would ignore me because I'm from Spain, but I couldn't be more mistaken, because in just 12 days time I received a package with not only a new set of probes, but the WHOLE set of cables included with the sentry (power cable, all the socket cable for the fans and the temperature probes), so: VERY WELL DONE NZXT!!!! I'm really happy and impresed about NZXT's custommer service

WOW! that is awesome EvolvA:rockout: Yeah I have never had to deal with any warranty issues from them and I always wondered about their support team. Well thank you for sharing that story with us. +1 for Nzxt's customer support:toast:

[DannibusX]

Well, I just bought Stinger's Tempest so I suppose I could be part of your clubhouse :P

[sNiPeRbOb]

oh!! I almost forgot to tell you. lately the temperature probes of my rheobus (NZXT Sentry LX) started to die and it anoys me a lot because any fan connected to the same channel of a dead probe can't be regulated, so I decided to email NZXT to ask for a new set of probes and a few hours later they answered telling me they needed my address and an invoice as prove of purchase, I dreaded they would ignore me because I'm from Spain, but I couldn't be more mistaken, because in just 12 days time I received a package with not only a new set of probes, but the WHOLE set of cables included with the sentry (power cable, all the socket cable for the fans and the temperature probes), so: VERY WELL DONE NZXT!!!! I'm really happy and impresed about NZXT's custommer service

I had the same sort of experience with them. I emailed NZXT support to try to acquire an extra set of radiator mounting brackets like the ones that came with my Panzerbox. It took them quite a while to get them out to me, but I received the entire accessory package for the case :D

[EvolvA]

Well, I just bought Stinger's Tempest so I suppose I could be part of your clubhouse :P

of course you can, why don't you let us see some photos of your tempest?;)

I had the same sort of experience with them. I emailed NZXT support to try to acquire an extra set of radiator mounting brackets like the ones that came with my Panzerbox. It took them quite a while to get them out to me, but I received the entire accessory package for the case :D

that's nice:toast:

[t77snapshot]

Well, I just bought Stinger's Tempest so I suppose I could be part of your clubhouse :P

List Updated*


Welcome to the club DannibusX!:toast: When you finish your new build stop by and show it off.;)

[stinger608]

Well, I just bought Stinger's Tempest so I suppose I could be part of your clubhouse :P

List Updated*


Welcome to the club DannibusX!:toast: When you finish your new build stop by and show it off.;)

Yep, that is correct, Dan purchased the case this last Friday. And as Snapshot states, once done with the build you should take some pictures and post them in here:rockout::rockout::rockout:

[sneekypeet]

http://img.techpowerup.org/100530/DSC03241.jpg

[Chicken Patty]

http://img.techpowerup.org/100530/DSC03241.jpg

Is that the one you just put for sale in your thread?

[sneekypeet]

yes sir, you want it? (Hades)

[Chicken Patty]

yes sir, you want it? (Hades)

No, just curious. Nice case. Those white fans are the ones that ship with the case?

[sneekypeet]

again, yes sir;) has two build in fan controllers too, behind the door.

[Chicken Patty]

again, yes sir;) has two build in fan controllers too, behind the door.

Nifty little case then I guess. Just noticed the two fan holes up top, possible mounting of a 120.2 rad up top?

[sneekypeet]

yes and no. There is room for a dual 140 as it sits. the holes will allow for 120mm fans but the spacing is off for that radiator. Not that it couldnt be done, but you may need to be creative;)

Just finished writing mine, most likely a week or so until it airs:(

[Chicken Patty]

yes and no. There is room for a dual 140 as it sits. the holes will allow for 120mm fans but the spacing is off for that radiator. Not that it couldnt be done, but you may need to be creative;)

Just finished writing mine, most likely a week or so until it airs:(

Your review? Looking forward to it :toast:

[johnnyfiive]

yes and no. There is room for a dual 140 as it sits. the holes will allow for 120mm fans but the spacing is off for that radiator. Not that it couldnt be done, but you may need to be creative;)

Just finished writing mine, most likely a week or so until it airs:(

The spacing is the same as the Tempest EVO, I got my 140 rad to mount just by using four screws at one end of the rad. That thing aint going anywhere. :rockout:

[johnnyfiive]

http://img.techpowerup.org/100530/DSC03241.jpg

Sneeky, if you want a quick tip on how to get rid of shadows using Photoshop,
Image > Adjustments > Shadow/Highlight. Gets rid of those shadows and can brighten up anything that is too dark or lacking color. :rockout:

[KieranD]

Anyone know how to change the LED strips on the front panel of the NZXT Tempest? Mine died, might email NZXT see if they will ship me a replacement set.

Also anyone else noticed how easy it was to bend the top mesh, i bent mine just by accident but now they are even worse. Not that i use that case anymore its just sitting in its box.

[t77snapshot]

Anyone know how to change the LED strips on the front panel of the NZXT Tempest? Mine died, might email NZXT see if they will ship me a replacement set.

Also anyone else noticed how easy it was to bend the top mesh, i bent mine just by accident but now they are even worse. Not that i use that case anymore its just sitting in its box.

Replacing the front leds is really easy and the led capsules themselves are quit cheap.

Here is the inside of your bezel (front panel)

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9980.jpg

As you can see there are little plastic tabs that hold the leds in place.

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9981.jpg

Remove the screw to access the led itself.

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9982.jpg

Then just pull out the old led, cut it off and re-solder on the new led.

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9983.jpg

*sorry about the semi crappy pics, I just took them a second ago:P...oh and yes thats cat hair ewww!

[KieranD]

Hahaha thanks, that's very helpful, i need to find out what i need to buy now. I didn't know it was just a screw.

Any idea on the mesh panels on the top of the case? i tried to put heavy stuff in the middle of one of the mesh panels to see if it would straighten it using weight didnt really work though, its a bit better though.

EDIT: infact tomorrow i will just take some quick pics of the case, its a bit late to haul out the case out of the box

[t77snapshot]

Hahaha thanks, that's very helpful, i need to find out what i need to buy now. I didn't know it was just a screw.

Any idea on the mesh panels on the top of the case? i tried to put heavy stuff in the middle of one of the mesh panels to see if it would straighten it using weight didnt really work though, its a bit better though.

EDIT: infact tomorrow i will just take some quick pics of the case, its a bit late to haul out the case out of the box

Yeah it takes a 3mm led size with I believe a 15-20 degree view angle and I forget what intensity it likes. Or msd. (Clear blue (for exp) leds look better the the colored ones)

I can't say I have ever had any problems with the top mesh, but Nzxt has a pretty good warranty support team and I think they would just send you new ones.

[t77snapshot]

DannibusX post some pics of your Vulcan:) I am thinking about selling my V3 case (and other stuff) to get this case!

http://www.dvhardware.net/news/2010/nzxt_vulcan.jpg

after I buy the 5600 from brandon of course;)

[DannibusX]

Dude, I completely forgot. I'll snap some pics tomorrow. It's got a 5870 in it right now, should I put my 5970 in it for a photo op?

[t77snapshot]

should I put my 5970 in it for a photo op?

Yes:D Please do!!!!!!

[sneekypeet]

is this case specific, or do NZXT accessories count too?

At the end of the month I have something nice to show off from them;) Sorry lips/fingers need to be closed till then.

[t77snapshot]

is this case specific, or do NZXT accessories count too?

At the end of the month I have something nice to show off from them;) Sorry lips/fingers need to be closed till then.

Yes, NZXT accessories are accepted:) I will add that detail to the op later.

hmmm now you got me all curious of what it is.....

[DannibusX]

I didn't break out the 5970 for the photos, sorry :(

Specs:
NZXT Vulcan mATX Case
Gigabyte GA-880GMA-UD2H
AMD Athlon II x2 245 Regor 2.9Ghz
Mushkin Enhanced 1333Mhz DDR3 7-7-7-20
ASUS HD5870
OCZ GxS 700W

Forgive me for using the stock cooler, I have an aftermarket, but I was too lazy to put it in ATM.

I'm still working on the cable management, I might spring for a modular PSU sometime soon.

http://img.techpowerup.org/100620/NZXT Vulcan (1).jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100620/NZXT Vulcan (2).jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100620/NZXT Vulcan (4).jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100620/NZXT Vulcan (3).jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100620/NZXT Vulcan (10).jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100620/NZXT Vulcan (12).jpg

[t77snapshot]

I didn't break out the 5970 for the photos, sorry :(

Specs:
NZXT Vulcan mATX Case
Gigabyte GA-880GMA-UD2H
AMD Athlon II x2 245 Regor 2.9Ghz
Mushkin Enhanced 1333Mhz DDR3 7-7-7-20
ASUS HD5870
OCZ GxS 700W

Forgive me for using the stock cooler, I have an aftermarket, but I was too lazy to put it in ATM.

I'm still working on the cable management, I might spring for a modular PSU sometime soon.

http://img.techpowerup.org/100620/NZXT Vulcan (1).jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100620/NZXT Vulcan (2).jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100620/NZXT Vulcan (4).jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100620/NZXT Vulcan (3).jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100620/NZXT Vulcan (10).jpg
http://img.techpowerup.org/100620/NZXT Vulcan (12).jpg

Nice pics and specs:) Thank you!

I have two questions:

When you remove the handle do the holes show or do you get caps/plugs?

With this case being so open wth the mesh and all, is it pretty loud?

[sneekypeet]

holes with no handle, no caps

I didnt think so before I shipped it off to him;)

[FreedomEclipse]

that Vulcan case looks like it'l do a better job at collecting dust then a dyson

[t77snapshot]

that Vulcan case looks like it'l do a better job at collecting dust then a dyson

Dust is never a problem for me because I buy my aircans in bulk at Costco:laugh: 20pk anyone?

Yeah I think I might get this case just for kicks! I've always wanted to build a little LAN case. I just wish Nzxt made this one aluminum instead of heavy ass steel.:ohwell:

[sneekypeet]

Honestly, empty it isnt that heavy for an all steel chassis.

[DannibusX]

It's not heavy at all dude. I didn't put the handle on, and there's 4 holes in the top of the case, but they're not all that noticeable unless you're incredibly anal about such things.

I haven't had the fans cranked all the way up and there's only 2 in it ATM, but I don't notice the noise all that much.

[t77snapshot]

It's not heavy at all dude. I didn't put the handle on, and there's 4 holes in the top of the case, but they're not all that noticeable unless you're incredibly anal about such things.

I haven't had the fans cranked all the way up and there's only 2 in it ATM, but I don't notice the noise all that much.

Oh ok right on! Yeah I'm not picky about a couple of small holes on the top. I was afraid of some large slots, clips or something.:o I'm glad to here the case is not real heavy or loud with low rpm fans.

Thanks for the extra info guys:D

[sneekypeet]

the holes might be 1/8" to 3/16".

[DannibusX]

is this case specific, or do NZXT accessories count too?

At the end of the month I have something nice to show off from them;) Sorry lips/fingers need to be closed till then.

Looks like Sneeky might have forgotten the accessory update.

Here's a link to his review of the NZXT Sentry LXE Fan Controller (http://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/3373/nzxt_sentry_lxe_high_performance_fan_controller/index.html).

[t77snapshot]

Looks like Sneeky might have forgotten the accessory update.

Here's a link to his review of the NZXT Sentry LXE Fan Controller (http://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/3373/nzxt_sentry_lxe_high_performance_fan_controller/index.html).

Sweet thanks:)

I am going to add an "Accessory Review's" section to the OP and sneeky will be first on the list of links (with his permission of course).

ps. hey Dannibus, if you ever get sick of your Vulcan case PM me and we can talk prices...;)

[FreedomEclipse]

hmmmm....... If i only had dremel, id cut a hole for a 220mm Antec Big Boy - not that I really need it or anything,

------ then i rememberd that the PSU is mounted at the top of the case so there goes that idea.

[sneekypeet]

Thanks guys, yeah I sort of dropped the ball on that one;)

Feel free to add it if you wish:D

[DannibusX]

Sweet thanks:)

I am going to add an "Accessory Review's" section to the OP and sneeky will be first on the list of links (with his permission of course).

ps. hey Dannibus, if you ever get sick of your Vulcan case PM me and we can talk prices...;)

Hmm. Well, I've been tinkering with the cable routing and messing with it. I really like this case. As far as the review on TPU is concerned, I'm not sure if I got a really solid unit, or if the reviewer got a bad one. I had the side panels off the other night and my dog went a little crazy and knocked them around a bit. The finish still looks good as new.

I'm going to be putting some more fans in it pretty soon I think. I'll post some fresh pics for you guys soon.

[Inioch]

Sorry guys, I'll be out soon. Just bought a 690 II Advanced.

[TotalChaos]

looking fine, i really like it :)

When I first built my Tempest:

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/1shot.jpg


Here is my ATM,

My most recent mod was a cut out for the mobo back plate. I got sick of having to remove everything to test other coolers and wc setups. My next mod will be to cut a square hole for my psu, so I can flip it to intake from the bottom of the case.

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/traycut.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/tratcut2.jpg

My most recent upgrade was the GTX285 that replaced one of my 9600GT's. I decided to keep the 2nd 9600 as a physics card even though it's probably not needed.:rolleyes: I also got some sweet xig fans from erocker that match my theme very well.

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/atm_side.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/atm_window.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/atm_top.jpg
I am a cable management freak so atm this is very embarrassing for me.:o but it will fixed soon:D

[t77snapshot]

looking fine, i really like it :)

Thanks Chaos:)

It looks a lot better now compared to those pics, I added a second 285, cleaned up the cables and slapped an H50 in there as well.

[sneekypeet]

pics or its all FUD:roll:

[t77snapshot]

:D:D:D

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/T77snapshot/CIMG9599.jpg

[Techtu]

http://img.techpowerup.org/100710/DSC00005.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100710/DSC00006.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100710/DSC00007.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100710/DSC00017.jpg


That's all I got for now, but surely this mean's I'm in the club :rockout: :roll:


EDIT: People tell me to hide the 20/24pin..... but in all fairness I kinda like it!

... and the cable going diagonally really does need going length ways across the bottom of the motherboard... just the odd few thing's that need touching up.

[t77snapshot]

http://img.techpowerup.org/100710/DSC00005.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100710/DSC00006.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100710/DSC00007.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100710/DSC00017.jpg


That's all I got for now, but surely this mean's I'm in the club :rockout: :roll:


EDIT: People tell me to hide the 20/24pin..... but in all fairness I kinda like it!

... and the cable going diagonally really does need going length ways across the bottom of the motherboard... just the odd few thing's that need touching up.

List updated*

Welcome to the club Tech2:toast: This is a sweet rig you have there! I would recommend flipping that second top fan to exhaust like the other one, rather then intake. Your configuration may result in negative air pressure and could actually cause higher temps.

[Techtu]

Yeah usually that would be the case, but my memory get's really hot! to the point where you don't want to keep your finger there for more than a few second's and having the fan set to intake cools the memory super well!! (feel's less than room temperature).

Something I should add is that the way I have my fan's set is not all disrupting any air flow, maybe improving it for all... now here's my theory - the air from the front intake fan blows to the back of the case, the side intake fan is also pushing some of that air to my board & graphics card, now to my top intake fan which cools my memory as I pointed out, and obviously part of my motherboard too, now that air will circulate in with the front and side intake fan's + some is being stole by my CPU HSF but is not effected at all! (also has the help of the top exhaust fan), and as we know hot air rises so the air is obviously going to reach the top of the case again, and which it does being blown out via the rear and top exhaust fans.

[Kantastic]

Save me a spot! I'll be joining soon. :)

[t77snapshot]

list updated*

Welcome to the club dieselcat18!:toast: Stop by, post some pics and show off your Apollo!

Save me a spot! I'll be joining soon. :)

Can't wait to see you new NZXT case Kantastic!:cool:

Club update:

Added the Nzxt Accessory Reviews! So far only sneekypeet's review:laugh:

[dieselcat18]

list updated*

Welcome to the club dieselcat18!:toast: Stop by, post some pics and show off your Apollo!



Can't wait to see you new NZXT case Kantastic!:cool:

Club update:

Added the Nzxt Accessory Reviews! So far only sneekypeet's review:laugh:

Thxxx t77snapshot...though I'm not a modder I thought it would be interesting to view and share images and thoughts about NZXT cases.
Here are a few pics from my build back in 2008, which has since been up-graded a few times.
My cable management leaves something to be desired here in these photos, but has gotten a bit better since I put this together.

I've been itching lately for an up-grade to a full-tower ATX case, but I am really found of this Apollo...It's a terrific case for someone thats on a tighter budget but really doesn't have to sacrifice much in terms of looks and performance.

I was very surprised the amount one can do in this case. Maybe in another year or so I'll look to expand with a larger one. I know there are plenty of good case mfg. around, but I'll be looking first to see what NZXT has to offer.

Props on a very nice thread you have started...I hope it continues.

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http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0688.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0712.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0751.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0776.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0775.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0774.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0773.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0737.jpg

[Chicken Patty]

Thxxx t77snapshot...though I'm not a modder I thought it would be interesting to view and share images and thoughts about NZXT cases.
Here are a few pics from my build back in 2008, which has since been up-graded a few times.
My cable management leaves something to be desired here in these photos, but has gotten a bit better since I put this together.

I've been itching lately for an up-grade to a full-tower ATX case, but I am really found of this Apollo...It's a terrific case for someone thats on a tighter budget but really doesn't have to sacrifice much in terms of looks and performance.

I was very surprised the amount one can do in this case. Maybe in another year or so I'll look to expand with a larger one. I know there are plenty of good case mfg. around, but I'll be looking first to see what NZXT has to offer.

Props on a very nice thread you have started...I hope it continues.

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http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0688.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0712.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0751.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0776.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0775.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0774.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0773.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0737.jpg

That looks good man :toast: Just looked at some reviews on the case, pretty good for the price. :toast:

[dieselcat18]

That looks good man :toast: Just looked at some reviews on the case, pretty good for the price. :toast:

Thxxx Patty....Yeah, like I said, nice case for a budget build that gives a person a lot more for their money. I was really surprised with the over-all quality of the fit and finish and size for a case that is steel with plastic front panel that cost me 60 usd shipped......

BTW...very nice system you have there....:)

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[Chicken Patty]

Thxxx Patty....Yeah, like I said, nice case for a budget build that gives a person a lot more for their money. I was really surprised with the over-all quality of the fit and finish and size for a case that is steel with plastic front panel that cost me 60 usd shipped......

BTW...very nice system you have there....:)

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Thank you bro.

Maybe this one cheaper build quality, but this cases have caught my eye especially for $50 shipped!

Rosewill CHALLENGER Black Gaming ATX Mid Tower Com... (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147153)

what do you think?

[dieselcat18]

Thank you bro.

Maybe this one cheaper build quality, but this cases have caught my eye especially for $50 shipped!

Rosewill CHALLENGER Black Gaming ATX Mid Tower Com... (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147153)

what do you think?

Nice case and at the price newegg is offering it today at 49 less a $15 promo code shipped, It's a steal......


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[t77snapshot]

Thxxx t77snapshot...though I'm not a modder I thought it would be interesting to view and share images and thoughts about NZXT cases.
Here are a few pics from my build back in 2008, which has since been up-graded a few times.
My cable management leaves something to be desired here in these photos, but has gotten a bit better since I put this together.

I've been itching lately for an up-grade to a full-tower ATX case, but I am really found of this Apollo...It's a terrific case for someone thats on a tighter budget but really doesn't have to sacrifice much in terms of looks and performance.

I was very surprised the amount one can do in this case. Maybe in another year or so I'll look to expand with a larger one. I know there are plenty of good case mfg. around, but I'll be looking first to see what NZXT has to offer.

Props on a very nice thread you have started...I hope it continues.

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http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0688.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0712.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0751.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0776.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0775.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0774.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0773.jpg

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo99/DieselCat18/DSCF0737.jpg

Thanks dieselcat! I take a lot of pride in my Nzxt case and I know a lot of others do too which spawned the birth of this club.:toast:

I'm digg'in your Apollo, it looks very colorful!

[Chicken Patty]

Nice case and at the price newegg is offering it today at 49 less a $15 promo code shipped, It's a steal......


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:rockout: Heck a deal.

[TotalChaos]

One of my NZXT cases, the other is Tempest EVO
http://img.techpowerup.org/100722/38.jpg

[Inioch]

Sorry guys, just sold my trusty Tempest yesterday. I'll be gone for a while, but probably will return one day. At least NZXT isn't going out of the business yet ;)

[Techtu]

Hey guys... just a quick question, Monday I'm ordering my new part's for my rig, now what concerns me is the PSU... We all know these NZXT cases like the extra length on on the 4/8 pin CPU power cable, so due to my current Antec only reaching with just a very very tight squeeze (I actually had to fit the 4pin before fitting the PSU), I'm wondering if any of you have an Antec EarthWatts in your beautiful NZXT cases?

Sudden thought - I just realised all NZXT cases are probably NOT the same size's ... oh well, any info would still be good :)


Inioch.... shocking, why would you want to sell it? and what do you plan on getting next, another NZXT we hope :roll:

[Inioch]

Inioch.... shocking, why would you want to sell it? and what do you plan on getting next, another NZXT we hope :roll:

Main reason was that I'm getting an SSD at some point in the near future. The way I have my loop in the Tempest means I don't have any hdd bays to use or any 5.25" for that matter.

So I got a CM 690 II Advanced, because it allows me to use a couple of hdd's and still keep both rads internal.

At some point I'll probably get another NZXT case, but it would have to be aircooled or have the ability to install internally preferably a 240 and a 360 rad. We'll see.

[t77snapshot]

One of my NZXT cases, the other is Tempest EVO
http://img.techpowerup.org/100722/38.jpg

Ok I will add your name to the list for both cases.:) btw, how are you liking the Vuclan? I have been really interested in getting this case, my only con is the rear fan mount can't fit a 120mm fan because I wanted to mount an H50 on it.

Sorry guys, just sold my trusty Tempest yesterday. I'll be gone for a while, but probably will return one day. At least NZXT isn't going out of the business yet ;)

list updated*

We hate to see you go Inioch:( You were one of the first members when this club started. If your going to sell your Tempest on the forum lmk so I can post it on the clubs main page and help promote the sale.:toast: Anyway we'll see ya around!

[sneekypeet]

I assume this picture rightfully belongs here....

http://img.techpowerup.org/100729/DSC04056.jpg

[Kantastic]

NZXT's cases keep getting hotter and hotter.. pity half of them have case doors. Wouldn't it be cool if they designed a case with curved brushed aluminum front bays with built-in optical drive front covers.

[t77snapshot]

I assume this picture rightfully belongs here....

http://img.techpowerup.org/100729/DSC04056.jpg

:rockout::toast::respect::pimp::D:rockout:

hey post some pics of your review here if you can?:)

[sneekypeet]

http://img.techpowerup.org/100731/DSC04071.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100731/DSC04105670.jpg

[Chicken Patty]

Which case is that Peet?

[Loosenut]

Which case is that Peet?

The new Phantom :rockout:

[Chicken Patty]

The new Phantom :rockout:

Nice, I must go check out!

[Loosenut]

I'm not too crazy about the angled look of it but the interior layout looks great

[Chicken Patty]

I'm not too crazy about the angled look of it but the interior layout looks great

yep, the interior looks sexy

[t77snapshot]

Nice, I must go check out!

Yeah it's also in the TPU news section, I love this case in white!

[Chicken Patty]

PURE SEX!

http://www.nzxt.com/new/products/crafted_series/phantom

[t77snapshot]

PURE SEX!

http://www.nzxt.com/new/products/crafted_series/phantom

YES:rockout:

I don't know how you missed this CP, everyone has been talking about it the past couple days. I first spotted it last week in my CPU Magazine. Check out 3Dgameman's video review on youtube.

[Chicken Patty]

YES:rockout:

I don't know how you missed this CP, everyone has been talking about it the past couple days. I first spotted it last week in my CPU Magazine. Check out 3Dgameman's video review on youtube.

been busy bro, just been keeping up with my duties here as WCG captain, but other than that haven't had much time to view the forums bro.

[t77snapshot]

been busy bro, just been keeping up with my duties here as WCG captain, but other than that haven't had much time to view the forums bro.

Yeah, I totally understand...and that's why your the best captain ever.;)

[Chicken Patty]

Yeah, I totally understand...and that's why your the best captain ever.;)

:toast: Thanks bro :)

[t77snapshot]

http://img.techpowerup.org/100731/DSC04071.jpg

http://img.techpowerup.org/100731/DSC04105670.jpg

Nice, thanks for the pics:D I was hoping you got your hands on the white one, oh well. To be honest, for a full tower I expected this case to be taller...hmmm.

[Anthrax]

Count me in , i own a LEXA S :D

http://i851.photobucket.com/albums/ab77/Anthrax27/DSCN2633.jpg

http://i851.photobucket.com/albums/ab77/Anthrax27/DSCN2641.jpg

http://i851.photobucket.com/albums/ab77/Anthrax27/DSCN2633.jpg

:D

[in2ition]

Can somebody give me some tips about WM in a Gamma?

[NAVI_Z]

Hello peeps. You guessed it. I'm new to this forum and would like to congratulate everyone in the NZXT club. Some sick rigs out there! Thought i'd post some pics of mine too.Its not as moded or nasty as some of the ones i've seen.Hope you like.

http://s1020.photobucket.com/home/navizenabi

enjoy!

[t77snapshot]

Hello peeps. You guessed it. I'm new to this forum and would like to congratulate everyone in the NZXT club. Some sick rigs out there! Thought i'd post some pics of mine too.Its not as moded or nasty as some of the ones i've seen.Hope you like.

http://s1020.photobucket.com/home/navizenabi

enjoy!

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Welcome to the club NAVI_Z:toast:

[NAVI_Z]

Thanx 4 da add!:D