Help out an old timer...!

SirChumpalot · 13 Nov 2012 at 16:57

OK, so I just checked out the watercooler as suggested by Bacon? and realised that the fan is situated remotely. Nice. I thought it was just the block, silly me....

Some further suggestions would be great though.

Thanks again.

Idleman · 13 Nov 2012 at 17:08

Or, you could go mATX and not have to worry if the cooler is going to hamper the Gpu.

SirChumpalot · 13 Nov 2012 at 17:18

Idleman said:
Or, you could go mATX and not have to worry if the cooler is going to hamper the Gpu.

I could. However the more reviews I read about this Antec Kuhler the more I'm edging towards it. I like the idea of venting warm air straight out the case.

SirChumpalot · 13 Nov 2012 at 17:24

Apologies, my reply may have sounded like I completely disregarded your suggestion. That wasn't my intention.

I guess the reason why I haven't considered mATX is because nobody has recommended one. More reviews to search for

Thanks

Idleman · 13 Nov 2012 at 17:34

SirChumpalot said:
Apologies, my reply may have sounded like I completely disregarded your suggestion. That wasn't my intention.

I guess the reason why I haven't considered mATX is because nobody has recommended one. More reviews to search for

Thanks

No apology necessary.
Most people associate mITX with HTPC, so don`t check that the Case will also take an mATX mobo. As long as the mobo you chose meets your needs, then size is irrelevant.

SirChumpalot · 14 Nov 2012 at 10:50

Idleman said:
No apology necessary.
Most people associate mITX with HTPC, so don`t check that the Case will also take an mATX mobo. As long as the mobo you chose meets your needs, then size is irrelevant.

I was swaying towards the Gigabyte ITX, I'll look at some reviews and shootouts today if I get the opportunity!

SirChumpalot · 14 Nov 2012 at 14:38

With the Gigabyte Z77N motherboard, can the wireless receivers be taken off or unplugged? They look a little... ugly

Idleman · 14 Nov 2012 at 14:44

SirChumpalot said:
With the Gigabyte Z77N motherboard, can the wireless receivers be taken off or unplugged? They look a little... ugly

The 2 antennas plug in, so if you don`t` need wifi no need to plug them in.

SirChumpalot · 14 Nov 2012 at 15:00

Idleman said:
The 2 antennas plug in, so if you don`t` need wifi no need to plug them in.

Thanks. Are there alternatives to the antennas? Or perhaps in internal PCI card that would give me wireless functionality?

Idleman · 14 Nov 2012 at 15:17

SirChumpalot said:
Thanks. Are there alternatives to the antennas? Or perhaps in internal PCI card that would give me wireless functionality?

All the wireless cards have antennas.

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/productlist.php?groupid=46&catid=1597&subid=1622

You could use a USB adapter.

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/productlist.php?groupid=46&catid=1600&subid=2033

Are you really going to see the antennas, they will be situated at the rear after all.
Seems a bit pointless buying a wifi board, then installing another adapter.

SirChumpalot · 14 Nov 2012 at 15:24

I prefer the idea of the fixed antenna like the products in your first link, rather than the ones on the end of a cable as seen on the motherboard.

SirChumpalot · 14 Nov 2012 at 15:25

I'm trying to get this as slimline as I can... not to mention quiet, and fast. Once again I've bitten off more than I can chew

Indie · 14 Nov 2012 at 15:35

I have this motherboard:
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MB-530-AS&groupid=701&catid=5&subcat=2071

the antenna that come with this are small white rings, they are magnetic too so you can attach them to the back/side of the case. Very streamline.

Don't know if this helps your situation or not ^^

Idleman · 14 Nov 2012 at 15:37

You could get something like this, but would need to check the connection with the mobo.

http://www.tp-link.com/en/products/details/?categoryid=217&model=TL-ANT2405CL#spec

SirChumpalot · 14 Nov 2012 at 15:45

Indie said:
I have this motherboard:
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MB-530-AS&groupid=701&catid=5&subcat=2071

the antenna that come with this are small white rings, they are magnetic too so you can attach them to the back/side of the case. Very streamline.

Don't know if this helps your situation or not ^^

Nice motherboard, a bit pricey but I guess you get what you pay for. Certainly adds some food for though.

SirChumpalot · 14 Nov 2012 at 15:49

Idleman said:
You could get something like this, but would need to check the connection with the mobo.

http://www.tp-link.com/en/products/details/?categoryid=217&model=TL-ANT2405CL#spec

I was looking for something similar to this. Thanks for the link. I guess once I factored in the price of two of those and then postage, I may as well stump up the cash for a P8Z77.

I'm really tempted by it now.... :confused:

Idleman · 14 Nov 2012 at 16:05

SirChumpalot said:
I was looking for something similar to this. Thanks for the link. I guess once I factored in the price of two of those and then postage, I may as well stump up the cash for a P8Z77.

I'm really tempted by it now....

Decisions, decisions, not easy. But the Asus would make more sense in your case, although a bit more expensive, it would be less hassle, as in finding suitable antennas.

SirChumpalot · 14 Nov 2012 at 17:10

Idleman said:
Decisions, decisions, not easy. But the Asus would make more sense in your case, although a bit more expensive, it would be less hassle, as in finding suitable antennas.

I'd agree.

Quick question if I may. Regarding the graphics card, is it necessary to go for one of the all-singing, all-dancing models or is that only really necessary for certain games? I really like the pricetag of the Giagabyte 7870 Windforce 3x card but couldn't justify spending any more if I'm honest. What sort of difference are we talking about if spending £100 more? Bearing in mind I'm not a huge gamer, it's just Skyrim I'd like to play with all it has to offer. Other games like Crysis, COD, Dishonoured I can really live without.

SirChumpalot · 14 Nov 2012 at 17:19

Was thinking either the Gigabyte 7870 as mentioned above, or this one:
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=GX-174-MS&tool=3

Idleman · 14 Nov 2012 at 17:29

7850 v 7870

http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/549?vs=548

7850 v 7950

http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/549?vs=550

But you can of course OC the 7850 to stock 7950 or near as, which is why the 7850 is such a popular card, for £££/performance ratio it represents great value.

http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18389760