matx build

james.M · 13 Jun 2013 at 21:54

looking at getting the corsair 350d for first build as i need something that can still sit on my desk easily.

not sure if i should go for an AIO cooler or custom loop, will only be cooling the cpu to start with but will probably expand to the gpu eventually.

if money goes right ill be cooling an i5 2500k.

any case or cooling option welcome thought as im still new to this.

james.M · 14 Jun 2013 at 21:22

thats why i like the 350d its just nice a tidy on the outside which is what im after.

i looked at the h100i and i do like the idea of just connect and go but i like the idea of making a custom loop and having to actually think and plan out how its going to fit inside, ive looked at parts just skimming and checking prices as well as kits so i know ill be looking at 100-200 on the water cooling if i go custom.

as for the maintenance that doesnt bother me i like to make sure my case and fans are clean, i like things to be tidy if your going to spend the money we do on systems whats the point if your not looking after it lol.

james.M · 14 Jun 2013 at 21:23

not sure on what would be the best option for first time water cooling looking and buying my own parts or just getting a kit easier with everything included, what would you guys suggest?

james.M · 15 Jun 2013 at 20:07

dont get paid till the 28th so gonna wait a bit longer if i got enough closer to pay day will definitely grab myself one.

what thread does it come under Andi-C and ill give it a look.

james.M · 16 Jun 2013 at 21:22

Andi-C said:
Sorry for the late reply, case central & the new case gallery !
http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=17185358&page=234

looks good mate, did u get the optical bay converter so you could mount a HDD?
if so how did it fit?

that was the one thing ive been trying to figure out as i want to remove the bays and open it up a bit more, and will need it if i decide to go custom loop instead of an AIO.

james.M · 17 Jun 2013 at 19:37

Andi-C said:
The bay converter that I want is not out yet so there's a 2.5" drive in top at the moment... I may just stick with the lappy drive & one of those drop in bay drive !

SDP10 5.25- Drive Bay Mount for 1 3.5 HDD 2 2.5 SSD
wasnt that the one u linked in the thread with your case?

james.M · 19 Jun 2013 at 14:28

Andi-C said:
It was indeed ! Cheers, I look back along & no one had any ! I'll get an order in & let you know how it fit ?

i thought i recognised it, was just looking to see if there was any out and it popped up haha, yeah that would be great cheers

, if it works then ill be ordering that the same time as my case.