I just purchased a Corsair h105 and wanted to know what would be a good configuration to plug it in. I plugged the 2 radiator fans into CPU_Fan and CPU_OPT, and have the fans running at about 1100rpm through the bios. And I plugged the pump to another fan slot on the motherboard and set it to run at100%.
Is that good to do?
Also nothing is loud at all. I heard you were supposed to have the pump plugged in at 100%
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Corsair h105 question
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Makeshift air filter...
so i have my H100i in a pull on the "outside" of my case (there isnt enough room for the rad and the mobo inside the case). the thing is that i have it in pull so since its not (wasnt) filtered i would find some dust depositing on my GPU. what i did was get a used pantyhose and cut some holes and put it on the plastic cover that originally came with the case. so can a pantyhose be used as a proper air fiter?
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Cooler to combine with Kraken G10 on R9 290
Im looking for a cooler to put on my XFX R9 290 using the Kraken G10 bracket. My question, is there much of a difference between the H55 and the H75 to justify paying $20 to $30 more for the H75?
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Maximizing watercooling performance with the NZXT H440
Hello!
First actual post here, so be nice!
Here's my system specs:
CPU: i5 3570k @stock
Memory: G.Skill RipjawsX 1600Mhz 2x8GB
Mobo: Asus Sabertooth Z77
GPU1: XFX 7970 DD GHZ (or some other nonsense)
GPU2: XFX 7950 Core Edition (again, can't remember the actual model)(also these are not running in crossfire)
PSU: XFX 650W XXX Edition (what's up with these model names?)
Case: NZXT H440
Cooling:
EK 420 rad @ push
EK CPU block
Watercool 7970 block
Alphacool 7950 block
Phobya DC12-220 pump
3x Akasa 140mm fans on rad
3x Nexus 120mm fans on exhaust
I'm getting acceptable(imho) temps with this setup and I'm very pleased with the cooling as it is. If I remember correctly the GPUs never exceed 50C even at maximum load and the highest CPU temp I remember seeing was about 58C? Right now at idle the CPU temps are at 40C and Gpu is 35C. Water temp is 33C at idle and 44C at full load. Rough(taken with one sensor in one location) case ambient temp is 30 at idle and 42 at full load. Room ambient temp is about 24C. There's some background info for my question, if I forgot to mention something important just ask!
Ok, here's my question: I'm thinking of adding a 280 radiator into my loop and I'm just wondering if someone would be smart enough to determine if it would make any actual difference in the temperatures. My plan is to mount the radiator on the top exhaust slots and pulling air through the rad. If I had the money I would just buy the radiator and test it myself, but I really don't, so I know someone must know the answer or can figure something out with the information I've given.
My first thought was that if the ambient temperature is fairly close to the water temperature, and the second rad receives air that is the same temperature as the water that it's trying to cool, there would be no change in the temperature and could even make temperatures go even higher. This just sounds logical to me but I'm really not an expert at this stuff so please correct me if I'm wrong.
If this is not the case, and it would actually improve(even by a little bit or only at idle) the cooling performance, then I might just go and buy the rad and post some pictures of the results! (If posting pictures of your system is even a thing here..)
TL;DR NZXT H440 with 420 rad intake and adding 280 rad on exhaust: Is there any significant improvement in cooling performance?
Thank you for reading my post and thank you very much if you dare to reply! All off topic posts and questions are also allowed!
Edit: Of course I meant 280(or even 240), not 360, duhh.
First actual post here, so be nice!
Here's my system specs:
CPU: i5 3570k @stock
Memory: G.Skill RipjawsX 1600Mhz 2x8GB
Mobo: Asus Sabertooth Z77
GPU1: XFX 7970 DD GHZ (or some other nonsense)
GPU2: XFX 7950 Core Edition (again, can't remember the actual model)(also these are not running in crossfire)
PSU: XFX 650W XXX Edition (what's up with these model names?)
Case: NZXT H440
Cooling:
EK 420 rad @ push
EK CPU block
Watercool 7970 block
Alphacool 7950 block
Phobya DC12-220 pump
3x Akasa 140mm fans on rad
3x Nexus 120mm fans on exhaust
I'm getting acceptable(imho) temps with this setup and I'm very pleased with the cooling as it is. If I remember correctly the GPUs never exceed 50C even at maximum load and the highest CPU temp I remember seeing was about 58C? Right now at idle the CPU temps are at 40C and Gpu is 35C. Water temp is 33C at idle and 44C at full load. Rough(taken with one sensor in one location) case ambient temp is 30 at idle and 42 at full load. Room ambient temp is about 24C. There's some background info for my question, if I forgot to mention something important just ask!
Ok, here's my question: I'm thinking of adding a 280 radiator into my loop and I'm just wondering if someone would be smart enough to determine if it would make any actual difference in the temperatures. My plan is to mount the radiator on the top exhaust slots and pulling air through the rad. If I had the money I would just buy the radiator and test it myself, but I really don't, so I know someone must know the answer or can figure something out with the information I've given.
My first thought was that if the ambient temperature is fairly close to the water temperature, and the second rad receives air that is the same temperature as the water that it's trying to cool, there would be no change in the temperature and could even make temperatures go even higher. This just sounds logical to me but I'm really not an expert at this stuff so please correct me if I'm wrong.
If this is not the case, and it would actually improve(even by a little bit or only at idle) the cooling performance, then I might just go and buy the rad and post some pictures of the results! (If posting pictures of your system is even a thing here..)
TL;DR NZXT H440 with 420 rad intake and adding 280 rad on exhaust: Is there any significant improvement in cooling performance?
Thank you for reading my post and thank you very much if you dare to reply! All off topic posts and questions are also allowed!
Edit: Of course I meant 280(or even 240), not 360, duhh.
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How to mount XSPC Photon 270 res combo with d5 pump in 900d
If I get sponsored to do my build, I was wondering how and where to mount the reservoir as I am thinking about getting a photon 270 with a preinstalled D5 at the bottom. I would prefer it to be in front of the motherboard.
How do I mount it and what tools will i need
Also, well it fit in the honeycomb custouts next to the PCI slots of it doesn't fit next to the motherboard?
How do I mount it and what tools will i need
Also, well it fit in the honeycomb custouts next to the PCI slots of it doesn't fit next to the motherboard?
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Sediment in resivour
Looks like i diddnt flush my rad enough.
Can this become a problem?
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Just Curious
Is there enough room to do a custom loop in a cm storm scout 2 advanced?
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Swiftech: MCP655 vs. MCP655-B vs. MCP655-PWM-DRIVE
I have researched water pumps for a couple of hours and finally narrowed my decision down to Swiftech MCP655, but then I see there are several variations of this pump. I'm not sure I understand the differences enough to be able to decide which is best for me.
I found:
Swiftech MCP655 Variable Speed 12v Water Pump w/ G1/4 Thread Ports (Perfectly Tapped)
Swiftech MCP655-B 12v Water Pump w/ 3/8" Conversion Kit (317 GPH)
Swiftech MCP655-B 12v Water Pump w/ G1/4 Thread Ports (Perfectly Tapped)
Swiftech MCP655-PWM-DRIVE 12v Water Pump - PWM Enabled (Full Version)
Swiftech MCP655-PWM-DRIVE 12v Water Pump - PWM Enabled w/ G1/4 Thread Ports (Perfectly Tapped)
Swiftech MCP655-PWM-DRIVE 12v Water Pump Module - PWM Enabled (Single Version)
Swiftech MCP655™ 12v Water Pump w/ Speed Control and 3/8" Conversion Kit (317 GPH)
I really like the look of this pump (as it fits my blue theme), but I can't determine the subtle differences of the MCP655's to know which is best for me.
Bitspower D5 / MCP655 Pump Mod Kit + Mod Top V2 w/ Swiftech PWM Pump Installed
Can someone help me split the hairs on this one?
Thanks...
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Will it fit in my case?
Will a nzxt kraken g10 fit in my case my specs are:
Processor: Intel Core i5 3570k
CPU cooler : Arctic Cooling Freezing 7 Pro Rev 2
GPU : MSI GTX 970
Mobo : Asus p8z77-v LX
PSU : Xigmatek X-Calibre XCP 500w
Case: Cooler Master 430 Elite
Thank you for your time![:)]()
Processor: Intel Core i5 3570k
CPU cooler : Arctic Cooling Freezing 7 Pro Rev 2
GPU : MSI GTX 970
Mobo : Asus p8z77-v LX
PSU : Xigmatek X-Calibre XCP 500w
Case: Cooler Master 430 Elite
Thank you for your time
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H100i back plate issue on Asus Maximus ranger 7
Hi mates , i'm having an issue and that is i'm not able to put H100i back plate by any mean on the mobo socket.
its says on the box that this cooler is compatible with 1150 socket but the socket is bit tilted i'd tried every thing and noticed that there is bit of change in heat sink mounting between Haswell and haswell refresher sockets
the same cooler we checked on z87 board and it was just on the spot not on haswell refresher socket .
If i'm wrong and you did mounted the same cooler on same socket then plz advise me how you did that and where i am wrong .
Thanks in advance
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Full custom loop on
do guys think a nzxt s340 has good water cooling capability?
This what i have currently
Msi krait sli
Palit jet stream gtx 980
I5-4670
What do you think?what water cooling parts do you suggest im still new at this
This what i have currently
Msi krait sli
Palit jet stream gtx 980
I5-4670
What do you think?what water cooling parts do you suggest im still new at this
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Tube running... Confusing, need help
So I drew up a little diagram. Is this the best way. Use your imagination, you should be able to figure out what blob is what.
Attached Thumbnails
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All in One Watercoolers Bacteria amassment?
I've been wondering wether or not All in One Watercoolers are safe from acteria growth in comparison of the bacteria growth in Linus's Whole Room Water Cooling part 5a
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Will all of this fit together?
Hi everyone, I'm about to buy this so could someone check over it will all fit? Or if there is a better option in my price point (£160 ish). I have already bought a pump today from ebay - its a EK D5 with 140ml res for £50 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141562264312?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
So if anthings wrong could it please be adapted around the pump. I was not sure what tubing size / fitting size to use.
Would someone also point out what I would need to buy for a drain? Im assuming just a tube splitter and another fitting as well as a end / stopper but Im not sure.
System Specs:
ASUS Z97 VII Hero
i5 4690K
Gigabyte GTX970 G1 Gaming
H440
EVGA 650W Gold modular PSU
8 GB 2400MHz Corsair Vengence
256GB SSD
500GB HDD
Thanks again
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In need of clarification!
Good evening-
I just purchased and installed a Swiftech H220X in a Phantek Enthoo Luxe case...my confusion comes from the PWM splitter...the Enthoo comes equipped with a PWM already (all 3 pin connections), how am I supposed to get this hooked up properly? Can I swap the PWM's and plug the 3 pin case fans into the 4 pins of the Swiftech PWM or should I install the Swiftech PWM and use the CPU_OPT 4 pin header on the mobo? Any other suggestions are welcome. Thanks!!
MOBO- ASUS Maximus VII Hero
GPU- EVGA GTX 970
CPU- Intel i7-4790K
PSU- EVGA 750G2
RAM- Two 8BG sticks of Crucial Ballistix= 16GB
HD- Seagate Baracuda 1TB
SSD- Samsung 840 Pro 256GB
COOLER- Swiftech H220X
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Compression Fittings/Tubing Size
I know this is one of those questions that is probably so easy that I am completely over-thinking it, but I just want to make sure before I move forward. I guess I'm stuck on the difference between a G1/4" fitting and the different sizes of tubing available. I just need verification (I guess).
I'm getting this:
EK Supremacy EVO Universal CPU Liquid Cooling Block - Full Nickel CSQ (EK-Supremacy EVO - Full Nickel (Original CSQ))
In using this vendor, I have options to buy G1/4" fittings of various sizes. I understand ID and OD, but I keep getting stuck on the size of the threads INSIDE the water block. I'm beginning to think this isn't part of any deciding factor because the threads of a water block (CPU, GPU, etc.) are all the same and the only size I should be focusing on is the ID and OD. Is this correct? I think I'm confusing the fact I see a fitting with a "1/2" measurement and associate that with the threads of the water block instead of the tubing.
Are the threads of water blocks all the same? Is my only deciding factor whether I want to use 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" ID tubing (and of course whatever OD I chose for how thick I want the tubing)?
I have been researching for way too long, and everything is beginning to blend. Like I said, I think I'm taking an easy issue and making too much of it because my brain is tired.
I plan on using acrylic tubing and probably creating some funky bends (not sure yet). I am using compression instead of barb. With that, what is the sweet spot for the size of acrylic tubing?
Thanks...
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I need some help planning my first custom loop!
Dear Internet, let me start by saying, I have a very minimal knowledge of custom loops. I really want to build in the Thermaltake T81 case, it seems like it has solid radiator support, and really fits the look I want, but I had a few questions before I pull the trigger, just due to my setup. I know the drive bays and 5.25 bays are all removable, but I was wondering if anyone has any insight into whether or not I can leave the bottom drive cage (2HDDs) in and fit a 240/280 into the front, and get a 480 or if not a 480 a 360 in the top, and would a 480/360 + 240/280 be enough for an OC'ed i7, and 2 GPUs? I could also add a thick 120 in the bottom as well, but I don't want to if I don't need it to keep good temps as I thought I might have my pump sitting in the bottom.
I also wanted to know if a pump/res combo is good or bad or depends? I was looking at an XSPC D5 pump/res combo I believe. Good? nah? Let me know. I plan on doing straight runs too, so I wondered if 90 degree fittings were bad? Would 2 45 degree adapters be better? Or bending acrylic tube perhaps?
I've attached some pictures of my rough outlines, if anyone has answers/tips/suggestions I'm very welcome to them! Im going to be taking my time with this build and hopefully learning a lot along the way!
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Best quite Fans for radiators?
So my current fans are sp120s quiet editions and akasa fans. they work fine but are pretty loud and i have them set on the lowest rpm the would run at.
they are sending quite a lot of vibration to the radiators too.
Any recommendations on quieter fans?
Also would be great if it were white or black fans, trying to make it match my build
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Acrylic Tubing vs. PETG vs. Thickness
I would like to explore the idea of using acrylic tubing. Because I am going to have the Corsair 900D case, I thought I would make my tubing a more prominent feature because I have the space. With that, I would like to use thicker material (greater than 5/8" OD), but it seems this size is not readily made in acrylic (unless I use certain brands that may not be specific for pc cooling). I see that some brands have 1/2" ID and 3/4" OD, but not for acrylic. My main factors would be to have the clearest tubing possible while allowing really tight curves (I may want to get crazy with this, I don't know yet until I get to play with the material).
How thick is too thick when it comes to acrylic tubing? Is 1/2" ID & 3/4" OD out of the question? Who makes tubing that thick?
Speaking of acrylic, what is the benefit of using PETG versus acrylic?
I have read a lot about Bitspower, Monsoon, and Primochill. Which vendor would you suggest for tubing/fittings? I am leaning toward Bitspower, but I would like to get some personal feedback on these materials.
Thanks...
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EK Vardar F2 vs Gentle Typhoon AP-14 vs Swiftech Helix 120 - 3 Video inside
First, there is what it take on my Lamptron FC5 to start these fans.
Next, single fan testing.
And then, 3 fan testing.
The camera is a Zoom Q4 with the mic at HIGH sensitivity.
Overall, i'm still impressed by the kind of cheap Helix from swiftech, they produce a nice wind sound at high speed without any ticking. I still really love my good/old GT's, great fans but hard to find more of these today. The 1450rpm Vardar did'nt impressed me at all. They produce alot of sound and require much more ( inconsistant ) force to get them started as opposed to the similar looking GT's.
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