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Etacovda · 08-23-2005, 01:24 AM

It has tons of glitches and software that doesn't work and really underpowered. The software idea is kinda cool if it WORKED. Plus it's might be too big for my case and i got a vfd already. I spent a lot of money on my HTPC but i want value which I'm getting out of it. $50 VFD lying around is not usefull since i got $200 in WCing stuff lying around and hear all the time what i'm gonna do with that junk.

Its got the same power as a 1048, which is MORE than enough for an htpc, unless you're using stupidly restrictive blocks. However, its near on 3x the price of the mag, its ugly, its huge and you're paying for the monitoring software + extra crap you dont need... ring a bell?

I get what you are saying about the logic of my statements. I think you misunderstood what I was saying about the 3 pin header, I just didn't feel like typing that much at the time but you had to get me in the mood JAYDEE.

Connect a molex to the power, another adaptor to the rpm, then make your own connector to fit it to the motherboard. Use speedfan to control the pump via temps.

I general i think this is a postive for all Wcing users because most of us run our rigs 24/7 and this does reduce power, heat, and noise, and offers monitoring and adjustablility.

Ok, power. Quick maths, mag = 8w, assume 6v lowest operating point, assuming half the power used at half voltage, so 4w.

Ok, say 8cUS/kwh, over 4w. Which is 2.80 a year, assuming 100% uptime... 0.01% of your HTPC's cost. Seem worth it now power wise?

Noise - Apparently the mag is very quiet, as quiet as a 1048, which doesnt need undervolting. Even complete noise FREAKS dont consider the fact that it needs undervolting. Add a layer of foam, then a metal shell if you're REALLY wanting it to be quiet, but i doubt you need it...

Jaydee, You seeing it being pointless but I see it being more effiecient.

If you're willing to wear the costs for a near pointless upgrade, then i guess its alright... but that seems illogical, considering theres no real benefit for it. The difference with a 655 is, that it IS too loud for a lot people.

At the end of the day, i see what you're getting at. But personally id rather that any possible problems be avoided, and more money go into the actual pump itself, to make it quieter. Personally, i dont WANT to know about the cooling in my htpc. If it fails, the comp should turn off. I dont need software to tell me anything, i have software telling me cpu temps, which is more than enough. If you want more, well, you can do it with molexs as i illustrated above, but really it just seems like overcomplication for no real benefit.

08-23-2005, 01:24 AM	#44
Etacovda Cooling Savant Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Dunedin NZ Posts: 735	It has tons of glitches and software that doesn't work and really underpowered. The software idea is kinda cool if it WORKED. Plus it's might be too big for my case and i got a vfd already. I spent a lot of money on my HTPC but i want value which I'm getting out of it. $50 VFD lying around is not usefull since i got $200 in WCing stuff lying around and hear all the time what i'm gonna do with that junk. Its got the same power as a 1048, which is MORE than enough for an htpc, unless you're using stupidly restrictive blocks. However, its near on 3x the price of the mag, its ugly, its huge and you're paying for the monitoring software + extra crap you dont need... ring a bell? I get what you are saying about the logic of my statements. I think you misunderstood what I was saying about the 3 pin header, I just didn't feel like typing that much at the time but you had to get me in the mood JAYDEE. Connect a molex to the power, another adaptor to the rpm, then make your own connector to fit it to the motherboard. Use speedfan to control the pump via temps. I general i think this is a postive for all Wcing users because most of us run our rigs 24/7 and this does reduce power, heat, and noise, and offers monitoring and adjustablility. Ok, power. Quick maths, mag = 8w, assume 6v lowest operating point, assuming half the power used at half voltage, so 4w. Ok, say 8cUS/kwh, over 4w. Which is 2.80 a year, assuming 100% uptime... 0.01% of your HTPC's cost. Seem worth it now power wise? Noise - Apparently the mag is very quiet, as quiet as a 1048, which doesnt need undervolting. Even complete noise FREAKS dont consider the fact that it needs undervolting. Add a layer of foam, then a metal shell if you're REALLY wanting it to be quiet, but i doubt you need it... Jaydee, You seeing it being pointless but I see it being more effiecient. If you're willing to wear the costs for a near pointless upgrade, then i guess its alright... but that seems illogical, considering theres no real benefit for it. The difference with a 655 is, that it IS too loud for a lot people. At the end of the day, i see what you're getting at. But personally id rather that any possible problems be avoided, and more money go into the actual pump itself, to make it quieter. Personally, i dont WANT to know about the cooling in my htpc. If it fails, the comp should turn off. I dont need software to tell me anything, i have software telling me cpu temps, which is more than enough. If you want more, well, you can do it with molexs as i illustrated above, but really it just seems like overcomplication for no real benefit. __________________ Hypocritical Signature I tried to delete: Procooling: where scientific principles are ignored because big corporations are immune to mistakes and oversights.