Hi all I need some input/guidance on a new project I have started, I am aiming for compact, looks, and attempted air seal to control dust, as silent as possible with some fairly elaborate liquid cooling.
Basically im trying to make a case that sticks with me for years.
It is going to be a little tricky and i need input from some of the more experienced guys around here.
all components are on order, with exception to the radiator and second 7800GTX.
chassis:
lian-li pc-v800b (I know its small, but Its what i want, no compromises here and ill mod to hell and back if necessary)
PC components:
Abit AN8 fatali1ty SLI
AMD X2 4400+
OCZ PC4000 VX 1024mb
7800 GTX (will go to SLI setup space permitting)
2x MAxtor SATA 300gig raid 1
2x MAXTOR SATA 80 gig raid 0
Enermax Noisetaker 600W ( I may change to modular PSU depending on space)
liteon DVD/CDRW combo drive
What i need help with:
-mounting ideas
-is a 120.2 rad enough to cool this system? (Up to: CPU, chipset, vidcard x 2, HDD x 4)
-would a dual pump/loop be recommended?
-recommended loop sequence
Cooling components ordered so far:
PUMP:mcp 350, may get another one for a second loop depending.
CPU: Koolance CPU-305 V10
VID: Koolance VID-NV2-L06
CHIPSET: MIPS AN8 Freezer ( i know not necessary, but id like to eliminate fan)
HDD: Koolance 2x HD-55-L06 dual HDD coolers to cool all four drives
Extras:
DD fillport
Fan controller
ABIT UGURU panel
Sunbeam PCI-wherever rack to help with install
Plans:
airflow/dust control:
-seal all perforated areas with ultra thin clear plastic & sealing tape
-cut intake in bottom of tray, force airflow from this port through custom filter, possibly reuseable K&N.
-possibly shroud rad on other side in order to force cool air through it
the following pictures are reasonably precises estimates of dimensions size and location (based on measuring percentages, and looking where things line up on my current mobo in its case)
Mounting.v1
Pros:
leaves 2x5/14 bays for extra space, expansion, or cable management/odds and ends.
Cons: "messier" more tubing
Mounting.v2
Pros:
tidier, less tubing, no resevoir
Cons: have to build custom mounting rack for 5 1/4 bays, very tight fit
-fillport will be tricky to mount.
any tips here guys would be highly appreciated!!!