Silvermax I

tzitzibp · Feb 23, 2008, 08:19 AM

ok... decided to upgrade the case and the whole cooling system.....

here is what I bought...

for cooling the 8800GTX:
THERMALTAKE CL-G0099 TMG ND5 NVIDIA COOLER
AKASA AK-455-5G HI PERFORMANCE THERMAL COMPOUND 5GR W/ SPREADER CARD

New case...
THERMALTAKE VH6000SWA ARMOR+ WINDOW SILVER

new fan controller...
AEROCOOL GATEWATCH II BLACK

fans...
AC RYAN ACR-BF8973 BLACKFIRE4 UV LEDFAN 120MM UVBLUE-GREEN / 4X UV LED x2

filters...
ALUMINO FAN FILTER 120MM SILVER x2

They should be at my hands in a couple of hours, so I will post some pictures then....
and I expect suggestions and comments from you guys....

tzitzibp · Feb 23, 2008, 11:40 AM

The pictures......

btarunr · Feb 23, 2008, 12:13 PM

Nice case, the Armour looks refreshing in silver. Let's hope this turns out as good or better than your older project, the Tsoukas Dream.

.

You're using your current hardware?

tzitzibp · Feb 23, 2008, 12:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by btarunr

Nice case, the Armour looks refreshing in silver. Let's hope this turns out as good or better than your older project, the Tsoukas Dream.

.

You're using your current hardware?

yes, with a couple of additions....
I am planing to take my pc apart on sunday and monday, clean each component on tuesday and then start building......
but I will post pictures daily....

das müffin mann · Feb 23, 2008, 08:13 PM

after seeing Tsoukas Dream i have high hopes for this, that case looks great in silver keep us posted

cant wait to see more picks and some benches after this is finished

Cold Storm · Feb 23, 2008, 08:39 PM

It sounds good man! happy to see the new build is coming along! Can't wait!

KieranD · Feb 23, 2008, 09:05 PM

Oh nice man, only wish i had that case. Off topic but is that Panathinaikos? If so its hard to not get actually beat and not go through, stinking huns flooding the midfield! Im an Inter and Celtic guy myself tho.

tzitzibp · Feb 25, 2008, 11:46 AM

thanks guys,

I will post pictures of the progress made when I have my PC back online, hopefully in a couple of days.... At the moment I only have my work pc to go online but it is not possible to post any pictures....

to kieran_fletch... yes it is panathinaikos.... f**king rangers !*@!!

tzitzibp · Feb 28, 2008, 05:48 PM

hi everyone, I' m back....

The project is not finished but I put it online so I can post some pictures and keep you updated...

so here it is.

I removed the bottom HDD cages and installed 2 x A.C.Ryan green-purple fans, and then I installed an Akasa fan with a preinstalled thermostat for the airflow output. I am quite impressed with this Akasa fan as it automatically increases its speed as temperature rises... At boot up, with the fan controller at maximum, it starts at 780 rpm and it can reach 1600rpm!!!

The last picture shows their position in the case...

MKmods · Feb 28, 2008, 05:56 PM

Looks good so far, I am interested to know how you like the Aerocool gatewatch... I always wanted to get one.

tzitzibp · Feb 28, 2008, 06:27 PM

After the main fans I decided to go for the GTX cooling transformation....

So here are the pictures of this sub-project.

Pictures of temperatures before and after are not yet available, because I need to test the new setup at the same conditions as the old one....But should have it in a couple of days.

Anyway, I was a bit worried at first because all the reviews that I read about the TMG ND5 cooler for the GTX said that although it does its' job, there is a problem with the excess heat that flows inside the case. Actually all reviews commented on the fact that temperature increases inside the case considerably

. So I decided to put this case to the test. Will it allow the temperatures to rise, enough to cause problems?

I let you know, probably tomorow!

tzitzibp · Feb 28, 2008, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MKmods

Looks good so far, I am interested to know how you like the Aerocool gatewatch... I always wanted to get one.

It is impressive if you are talking about looks, but if you need imediate increase of the airflow is not so much... If you are thinking of pre-setting fans speed, its great, though.

here is a pictures during one of my tests...

I will post a mini review later in the progress of the project, so keep an eye!

tzitzibp · Feb 29, 2008, 06:05 PM

Getting all the controller wires in place was a pain.... I setup 3 fan controllers

(2x4 fan wires + 1x1 cpu fan wire) and thats not including all the thermometer wires

...

I first used a cable canal (like the ones we use on walls) to hide the cases' cables and then tried to route the others...

Left power cables for last (I am not sure it was the right way to go about it)...

Here are some pictures of the back plate.

das müffin mann · Feb 29, 2008, 06:10 PM

welcome back, but @ the cable job looking good how long did that take?

tzitzibp · Feb 29, 2008, 06:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by das müffin mann

welcome back, but @ the cable job looking good how long did that take?

too long, but it is not finished. I still don't like the result, so I will be changing a few things here and there... maybe a couple of fans, too.

MKmods · Feb 29, 2008, 06:37 PM

Thats the problem with adding extra stuff to the comp, WIRES...

tzitzibp · Feb 29, 2008, 06:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MKmods

Thats the problem with adding extra stuff to the comp, WIRES...

but is great dealing with the challenge, though!

Hawk1 · Feb 29, 2008, 06:55 PM

Very nice parts (I've wanted many of those myself

). Great work on the project. The cable work looks great. Would like to see some of the inside though when your done (try and utilize that support bar under the PSU - I have 2 fan controllers and have most of my fan wires routed through there). Cant wait for the update.

tzitzibp · Feb 29, 2008, 07:02 PM

hi, Hawk1

thanks, btw...
here is a picture of how the rig looks like, now!

BUT IS FAR FROM OVER....

Hawk1 · Feb 29, 2008, 07:12 PM

That's excellent work for the amount of things you have in there. Great job!

tzitzibp · Feb 29, 2008, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hawk1

That's excellent work for the amount of things you have in there. Great job!

The real problem is caused by the wires from these...

Hawk1 · Feb 29, 2008, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tzitzibp

The real problem is caused by the wires from these...

Of course. It's the price you pay for wanting/having so many toys in one system.

You just have to do the best you can with what you have to work with.

das müffin mann · Feb 29, 2008, 07:33 PM

hey man if they are causing to many problems for ya ill take them

, anywho your build is really looking good keep up the good work

Cold Storm · Feb 29, 2008, 10:05 PM

If you want to go extreme because of all the wires that are in the case, heat shrink, or soldier the wires together that can be?? I know it makes more work, but It could be done!?!?

BTW great look man! Really know what your doing!

btarunr · Mar 1, 2008, 01:16 AM

Bundle all the wires using ties, helical cable enclosures, etc. The case looks great, like something out of Bio Shock, very industrial.

Feb 23, 2008, 08:19 AM	#1
tzitzibp Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Larisa, Greece Posts: 1,689 (0.83/day) Thanks: 330 Thanked 329 Times in 321 Posts System Specs	Silvermax I ok... decided to upgrade the case and the whole cooling system..... here is what I bought... for cooling the 8800GTX: THERMALTAKE CL-G0099 TMG ND5 NVIDIA COOLER AKASA AK-455-5G HI PERFORMANCE THERMAL COMPOUND 5GR W/ SPREADER CARD New case... THERMALTAKE VH6000SWA ARMOR+ WINDOW SILVER new fan controller... AEROCOOL GATEWATCH II BLACK fans... AC RYAN ACR-BF8973 BLACKFIRE4 UV LEDFAN 120MM UVBLUE-GREEN / 4X UV LED x2 filters... ALUMINO FAN FILTER 120MM SILVER x2 They should be at my hands in a couple of hours, so I will post some pictures then.... and I expect suggestions and comments from you guys.... __________________ People who think that know it all are just annoying to us who do! *(Updated) My WOODEN CASE BUILD... vote and comment here:* StarCruiser Dark Knight

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Feb 23, 2008, 11:40 AM	#2
tzitzibp Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Larisa, Greece Posts: 1,689 (0.83/day) Thanks: 330 Thanked 329 Times in 321 Posts System Specs	The pictures...... Attached Thumbnails __________________ People who think that know it all are just annoying to us who do! *(Updated) My WOODEN CASE BUILD... vote and comment here:* StarCruiser Dark Knight

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Processor:	QX9650 @4.4GHz max OC
Motherboard:	DFI x48 Dark Knight
Cooling:	1x custom W/C loop/ inflow:6x120 /outflow:4x120, 2x200
Memory:	8 Gb Geil Esoteria rev.2
Video Card:	Powercolor LCS 5870
Hard Disk:	2 x 500 Gb wd (ext. port), 1 x 1.500 Gb Seagate, 1 X 500GB Seagate, 1 X 500GB Seagate (AC Ryan box)
Optical Drive:	1 X DVDRW NEC
CRT/LCD Model:	LG M2094D-PZ 20'' HD (1920 X 1080)
Case:	custom MDF case (I BUILT IT) check sig.....NOW
Sound Card:	Onboard
PSU:	Tagan 900 watt
Software:	Win 7 RC / Open office / Games
Benchmarks:	18509 single 4870 - 23996 3dmark06 4870 crossfire(vista ult.64@4Ghz)/ P16213 3dmark vantage

Feb 23, 2008, 12:13 PM	#3
btarunr Editor & Senior Moderator Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Hyderabad, India Posts: 15,030 (7.22/day) Thanks: 790 Thanked 13,028 Times in 5,719 Posts System Specs	Nice case, the Armour looks refreshing in silver. Let's hope this turns out as good or better than your older project, the Tsoukas Dream. . You're using your current hardware? __________________ Gadgets, Gaming, Phones, Tablets, Cameras, TVs, HiFi...NextPowerUp

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Feb 23, 2008, 08:13 PM	#5
das müffin mann Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Appleton, WI Posts: 1,749 (0.86/day) Thanks: 353 Thanked 337 Times in 296 Posts System Specs	after seeing Tsoukas Dream i have high hopes for this, that case looks great in silver keep us posted cant wait to see more picks and some benches after this is finished __________________ If you can't do something better than everyone else, do it so poorly it's funny. Polaris573-Guns are metal penises.

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Feb 23, 2008, 08:39 PM	#6
Cold Storm Battosai Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: In a library somewhere on this earth Posts: 10,566 (5.08/day) Thanks: 4,245 Thanked 3,051 Times in 2,495 Posts System Specs	It sounds good man! happy to see the new build is coming along! Can't wait! __________________ The only way success is before work, is in the dictionary Support for the mind. Support for your hardware

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Feb 23, 2008, 09:05 PM	#7
KieranD Eligible for custom title Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Glasgow, Scotland Posts: 5,464 (2.56/day) Thanks: 1,641 Thanked 823 Times in 713 Posts System Specs	Oh nice man, only wish i had that case. Off topic but is that Panathinaikos? If so its hard to not get actually beat and not go through, stinking huns flooding the midfield! Im an Inter and Celtic guy myself tho.

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Feb 25, 2008, 11:46 AM	#8
tzitzibp Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Larisa, Greece Posts: 1,689 (0.83/day) Thanks: 330 Thanked 329 Times in 321 Posts System Specs	thanks guys, I will post pictures of the progress made when I have my PC back online, hopefully in a couple of days.... At the moment I only have my work pc to go online but it is not possible to post any pictures.... to kieran_fletch... yes it is panathinaikos.... f*king rangers !@!! __________________ People who think that know it all are just annoying to us who do! *(Updated) My WOODEN CASE BUILD... vote and comment here:* StarCruiser Dark Knight

Feb 28, 2008, 05:48 PM	#9
tzitzibp Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Larisa, Greece Posts: 1,689 (0.83/day) Thanks: 330 Thanked 329 Times in 321 Posts System Specs	hi everyone, I' m back.... The project is not finished but I put it online so I can post some pictures and keep you updated... so here it is. I removed the bottom HDD cages and installed 2 x A.C.Ryan green-purple fans, and then I installed an Akasa fan with a preinstalled thermostat for the airflow output. I am quite impressed with this Akasa fan as it automatically increases its speed as temperature rises... At boot up, with the fan controller at maximum, it starts at 780 rpm and it can reach 1600rpm!!! The last picture shows their position in the case... Attached Thumbnails __________________ People who think that know it all are just annoying to us who do! *(Updated) My WOODEN CASE BUILD... vote and comment here:* StarCruiser Dark Knight

Feb 28, 2008, 05:56 PM	#10
MKmods Case Mod Guru Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Nevada Posts: 4,711 (2.43/day) Thanks: 2,879 Thanked 1,766 Times in 1,364 Posts System Specs	Looks good so far, I am interested to know how you like the Aerocool gatewatch... I always wanted to get one. __________________ Buy tin snips FIRST!

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Feb 28, 2008, 06:27 PM	#11
tzitzibp Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Larisa, Greece Posts: 1,689 (0.83/day) Thanks: 330 Thanked 329 Times in 321 Posts System Specs	After the main fans I decided to go for the GTX cooling transformation.... So here are the pictures of this sub-project. Pictures of temperatures before and after are not yet available, because I need to test the new setup at the same conditions as the old one....But should have it in a couple of days. Anyway, I was a bit worried at first because all the reviews that I read about the TMG ND5 cooler for the GTX said that although it does its' job, there is a problem with the excess heat that flows inside the case. Actually all reviews commented on the fact that temperature increases inside the case considerably . So I decided to put this case to the test. Will it allow the temperatures to rise, enough to cause problems? I let you know, probably tomorow! Attached Thumbnails __________________ People who think that know it all are just annoying to us who do! *(Updated) My WOODEN CASE BUILD... vote and comment here:* StarCruiser Dark Knight

Feb 29, 2008, 06:05 PM	#13
tzitzibp Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Larisa, Greece Posts: 1,689 (0.83/day) Thanks: 330 Thanked 329 Times in 321 Posts System Specs	Getting all the controller wires in place was a pain.... I setup 3 fan controllers (2x4 fan wires + 1x1 cpu fan wire) and thats not including all the thermometer wires ... I first used a cable canal (like the ones we use on walls) to hide the cases' cables and then tried to route the others... Left power cables for last (I am not sure it was the right way to go about it)... Here are some pictures of the back plate. Attached Thumbnails __________________ People who think that know it all are just annoying to us who do! *(Updated) My WOODEN CASE BUILD... vote and comment here:* StarCruiser Dark Knight

Feb 29, 2008, 06:10 PM	#14
das müffin mann Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Appleton, WI Posts: 1,749 (0.86/day) Thanks: 353 Thanked 337 Times in 296 Posts System Specs	welcome back, but @ the cable job looking good how long did that take? __________________ If you can't do something better than everyone else, do it so poorly it's funny. Polaris573-Guns are metal penises.

Feb 29, 2008, 06:37 PM	#16
MKmods Case Mod Guru Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Nevada Posts: 4,711 (2.43/day) Thanks: 2,879 Thanked 1,766 Times in 1,364 Posts System Specs	Thats the problem with adding extra stuff to the comp, WIRES... __________________ Buy tin snips FIRST!

Feb 29, 2008, 06:55 PM	#18
Hawk1 Join Date: May 2007 Location: The Big Smoke, Canada Posts: 1,033 (0.46/day) Thanks: 178 Thanked 166 Times in 158 Posts System Specs	Very nice parts (I've wanted many of those myself). Great work on the project. The cable work looks great. Would like to see some of the inside though when your done (try and utilize that support bar under the PSU - I have 2 fan controllers and have most of my fan wires routed through there). Cant wait for the update.

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Feb 29, 2008, 07:02 PM	#19
tzitzibp Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Larisa, Greece Posts: 1,689 (0.83/day) Thanks: 330 Thanked 329 Times in 321 Posts System Specs	hi, Hawk1 thanks, btw... here is a picture of how the rig looks like, now! BUT IS FAR FROM OVER.... Attached Thumbnails __________________ People who think that know it all are just annoying to us who do! *(Updated) My WOODEN CASE BUILD... vote and comment here:* StarCruiser Dark Knight

Feb 29, 2008, 07:12 PM	#20
Hawk1 Join Date: May 2007 Location: The Big Smoke, Canada Posts: 1,033 (0.46/day) Thanks: 178 Thanked 166 Times in 158 Posts System Specs	That's excellent work for the amount of things you have in there. Great job!

Feb 29, 2008, 07:33 PM	#23
das müffin mann Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Appleton, WI Posts: 1,749 (0.86/day) Thanks: 353 Thanked 337 Times in 296 Posts System Specs	hey man if they are causing to many problems for ya ill take them , anywho your build is really looking good keep up the good work __________________ If you can't do something better than everyone else, do it so poorly it's funny. Polaris573-Guns are metal penises.

Feb 29, 2008, 10:05 PM	#24
Cold Storm Battosai Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: In a library somewhere on this earth Posts: 10,566 (5.08/day) Thanks: 4,245 Thanked 3,051 Times in 2,495 Posts System Specs	If you want to go extreme because of all the wires that are in the case, heat shrink, or soldier the wires together that can be?? I know it makes more work, but It could be done!?!? BTW great look man! Really know what your doing! __________________ The only way success is before work, is in the dictionary Support for the mind. Support for your hardware

Mar 1, 2008, 01:16 AM	#25
btarunr Editor & Senior Moderator Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Hyderabad, India Posts: 15,030 (7.22/day) Thanks: 790 Thanked 13,028 Times in 5,719 Posts System Specs	Bundle all the wires using ties, helical cable enclosures, etc. The case looks great, like something out of Bio Shock, very industrial. __________________ Gadgets, Gaming, Phones, Tablets, Cameras, TVs, HiFi...NextPowerUp

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