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Elcs · 04-09-2003, 08:44 AM

I understand the function of most of the parts of a Watercooling system so far but what leaves me stunned is how they are setup.

When I first looked inside a pc, my Cyrix 200 (RIP you PoS), I was amazed at how complex it all was. Now with watercooling, Im feeling the same.

My main gap in understanding comes from the Radiator. As far as Ive thought, it sits there with water flowing through it being cooled down by a fan. Are there any more things I need to know about this? Fan direction, usual placement inside of a case, cleaning directions etc..

I also know little about a Resevoir. I know what one is but what is its use and what are the pros and cons of using one? would it be a good idea to have one in my system being the 1st time using a WC setup.

Ive heard about dry testing. Setting up the whole system with water running though it before it is installed into place in the PC and Id definately use this technique before letting the parts even into my room.

Can someone list all the items Id need? down to tubing etc.. No need to be brand or product specific.

Sorry if I seem a bit newbie or overenthusiastic but I want to learn as much as I can from other peoples experiences.

Edit: I thought of another thing I am concerned about... *condensation*. Does any condesation form in the normal WC setup? How is avoided or is it not given the chance to form?

04-09-2003, 08:44 AM	#5
Elcs Cooling Neophyte Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: England Posts: 22	I understand the function of most of the parts of a Watercooling system so far but what leaves me stunned is how they are setup. When I first looked inside a pc, my Cyrix 200 (RIP you PoS), I was amazed at how complex it all was. Now with watercooling, Im feeling the same. My main gap in understanding comes from the Radiator. As far as Ive thought, it sits there with water flowing through it being cooled down by a fan. Are there any more things I need to know about this? Fan direction, usual placement inside of a case, cleaning directions etc.. I also know little about a Resevoir. I know what one is but what is its use and what are the pros and cons of using one? would it be a good idea to have one in my system being the 1st time using a WC setup. Ive heard about dry testing. Setting up the whole system with water running though it before it is installed into place in the PC and Id definately use this technique before letting the parts even into my room. Can someone list all the items Id need? down to tubing etc.. No need to be brand or product specific. Sorry if I seem a bit newbie or overenthusiastic but I want to learn as much as I can from other peoples experiences. Edit: I thought of another thing I am concerned about... condensation. Does any condesation form in the normal WC setup? How is avoided or is it not given the chance to form? Last edited by Elcs; 04-09-2003 at 02:31 PM.