Project: mit kleinem Formfaktor

[snips86x]

UPDATE - Phase 2 - Custom Loop

I've finally managed to get round to building a custom loop, here is what I'm going for:

YOUR BASKET
1 x OcUK Tech Lab - XSPC D5 Vario Pump & XSPC Acrylic Tank Reservoir Value Combo £99
1 x EK Water Blocks EK-FC R9-290X - Nickel (Original CSQ) £69.95
1 x EK Water Blocks EK-Supremacy EVO (Original CSQ) £49.99
2 x XSPC EX240 120mm Radiator - Black £37.99 (£75.98)
2 x Koolance QD3 Male Quick Disconnect No-Spill Coupling, Compression for 10mm x 13mm (3/8in x 1/2in) - Black £11.99 (£23.98)
2 x Koolance QD3 Female Quick Disconnect No-Spill Coupling, Male Threaded G 1/4 BSPP - Black £11.95 (£23.90)
2 x Mayhems X1 UV Red Premixed Watercooling Fluid 1L £7.99 (£15.98)
2 x Monsoon 13/10mm (OD 1/2) Rotary 90° - Matte Black £6.49 (£12.98)
2 x Primochill Primoflex Advanced Tubing 13/10 - Clear £5.99 (£11.98)
10 x Koolance Nozzle Single, *Black* Compression for 10mm x 13mm (3/8in x 1/2in) £3.95 (£39.50)
Total : £432.83 (includes shipping : £8.00).



Purchased
XSPC D5 Vario Pump & XSPC Acrylic Tank Reservoir - £45 from the MM
XSPC 290/290X Block with XSPC backplate - £40 from the MM
6x 16/10 EK Chrome 1/4" Compression fittings - donated by a kind Forum Member
1x 240mm XPSC EX240 120mm Radiator - £20

Phase 1

Spoiler

For a number of years, I've always admired those who build small form factors PCs and some of the cases, but I've never had the opportunity to build one as the parts tend to be more expensive compared to budget ATX builds. Well, now that has all changed. Christmas is over and I have managed to save some cash to start an SFF build.

While I love the 600T, I just find the case a little too big and empty. I'm not likely to setup a custom water cooling loop or run more than 2 graphics cards at the same time, so a micro build seems fitting and I could really do with having more space on my desk. My wife also thinks it's an eyesore, so this gives me the perfect excuse to downsize.

The Plan
The aim is to condense my current build, which is situated in a Corsair 600T (stunning and well designed case by the way) into a seriously sexy, sleek and unique case, The Parvum S2.0. This case has been on my books for a while and considered getting the S1, but with only a few weeks before release, it seemed more sensible to wait. Red and Black is my chosen colour scheme, my son loves red so it seemed quite fitting.

Current Spec:
• Intel 2500k @ 4.5
• Corsair H100i (Stock Fans, Custom Curve)
• AsRock Z68 Extreme 7 Gen 3
• 8gb Patriot Viper "Sapphire Blue" RAM
• 128gb OCZ Vertex 4 (OS Drive)
• 250gb Samsung 840 (Games Drive)
• Corsair HX850+ Gold
• Corsair 600T (With side panel Mod)
• BitFenix Recon

The new build will add the following:

• Asus Maximus V Gene
• Parvum S2.0 - Black & Red
• 4x 120mm BitFenix Spectra Pro's PWM - Red (2 for front of case, 2 for H100i)
• 3x 80mm Noiseblocker Multiframe S-frame - Black
• 1x 30cm BitFenix Alchemy Premium Modding LED strip
• Bitfenix Recon will be kept and mounted behind the motherboard tray

Spoiler

YOUR BASKET
1 x Parvum Systems S2.0 MicroATX Case - Black with Red £139.99
2 x Silverstone SST-AP121-RL Red LED Air Penetrator 120mm FAN 1500rpm £16.99 (£33.98)
2 x Noiseblocker Multiframe S-Series M8-P Fan - 80mm PWM £12.95 (£25.90)
2 x Akasa AK-CBSA05-15BK Super slim SATA rev 3.0 data cable with securing latches - 15cm, Black £2.64 (£5.28)
Total : £205.15 (includes shipping : FREE).

The colour scheme will simply be red & black, with matching cables. 2x PCIe cables, 8Pin EPS will be braided red & black, Sequence will be 2-red and 2-black and a custom 20cm 24Pin to match. The braiding will be done by the kind Davido_Libido whose work (link) is outstanding. Using teleios braiding as it's hardwearing and doesn't attract dust, unlike the BitFenix extensions, I'm really looking forward to seeing it in the flesh.

While my RAM may still be blue, I have managed to persuade my sister to swap as the has the black version, which would be better suited to the colour scheme. I also, at this point, have no intention of changing the stock fans on the H100i, they are silent and I couldn't be more impressed.

I will update the log as and when I get the case which I should be able to order at the end of January.

When respoding to posts, please do not quote images

So far I only have the motherboard, which I can tell you is stunning I've taken a few shots, but I'm having issues with light

Cable Braiding Designs - Here are some of the designs I've been thinking about. Need time to mull it over! Suggestions??

Spoiler

24 Pin v1 (This has to be my favourite design)

8 Pin EPS

PCIe Connectors as they would be when connected

My only issue here is the fact my 7970 uses an 8 pin and a 6 pin. This means whatever symetrical design I come up with, pins 7&8 on the right-hand connector will be redundant. I may have to remove pins 7&8 and go with a 14pin design.

Completed Braiding

Custom MSI 7970 TFIII Back plate

I seriously love this, tell me what you think?!

 

[snips86x]

So, I arrived home from work, taking 1/2 day AL, to find this

Spent some time clearing the kitchen table to make room and immidiatley started building the case. My only annoyance when starting was the need to use their YouTube channel for instructions. I know why they didnt include instructions, but it's just as well I had my smart phone.

Starting at the base, building bottom to top

Base, rear & motherboard tray connected

Motherboard fitted

Front Panel

Silverstones installed

Starting on the rear of the case - I was not convinced the PSU would fit as when building, the space looked very small

SSDs installed - I tried to mount them on the HDD mount, but the screws supplied with the case were the wrong diameter. Back to my trusty velcro

Braided Cables pulled through, these will need to be cleaned up as they are not staying bunched together (another time)

Cable management - I had considered not adding my mech drive, but when I tested to see if there was space, it slotted right in there, despite my PCIE cabled & CPU EPS being bunched in there too!

H100, GPU and rear fans installed - the top 80mm is faulty, RMA required. I have tested the same fan controller cable with another fan, works perfectly!

Connected all peripherals - booted first time

However, this was not the end of my issues.

When I booted the PC UP, the mouse and keyboard refused to work. I had to disconnect/connect multiple times as well as reboot the PC in order to use the peripherls. What made it worse was Windows was unable to install any generic network drivers. At a loss, I re-installed windows, loosing my password vault file & my missus saved data on Firefox - didnt go down well at all.

Anyway, Windows installed, used a friends laptop to download the network drivers and all is well. BIOS updated, USB3 drivers installed and all appears to be working now.

Overclock her not been applied yet as its a new board and I'm not used to the layout/references.

 

[snips86x]

Can't wait to see this, been waiting for you're project for some time.. (i don't stalk you, honest).

Why the german name too?

So sorry mate, i feel bad for not before not able to complete my 2011 build. I was so intent on completing it, but funds did not allow as well as the lack of space. (case being ATX and part of the reason for downscaling). Partial funds were there, but things throwing it back and these things cannot be pushed aside

After careful consideration, I had to reconsider my priorities and well......sadly, I didn't have a need for that power or the justification to spend the funds. Using this 2500k has been more than enough for me over the past few months and I'm really impressed.

I appreciate your patience and I'm so excited to get this going. Its going to be great fun.

I went with the German name as I couldn't think of anything else which would describe downsizing in a creative way, using a German description may capture peoples attention into reading. I did think of Dwarf, but decided against it, didn't quite fit.

Viel Glück

Danke

 

[snips86x]

What program are you using for those cable design pics?

I used Google Sketch Up and downloaded the model from the 3D warehouse.

 

[snips86x]

Don't apolgise to me mate.

Im glad this is getting of the ground. I love you're ideas and can't wait to see it come together..

For some reason, I feel I have too!

I'm really looking forward to this and my wife is surprisingly supportive but on the basis I don't change anything major for a good 12 months

Backplate will have to wait until the end of Jan as I need to get the case first. Once the case has been purchased, I'll know what I will have spare. I also have Davido braiding for me and I want to make it worth his while!

 

[snips86x]

Looking good, Im with you on the 24pin layout

It's actually going to be an extension not the 24pin from the PSU and only 20cm long. It just needs to sit behind the motherboard tray.

 

[snips86x]

Considering alternative colours, what are your thoughts around a black & white case over black & red but the theme will remain the same.

 

[snips86x]

Update:

Goods Ordered (prices in GBP)
£139.00 x 1 - Parvum Systems S2.0 MicroATX Case - Black with Red
£14.16 x 2 - Silverstone SST-AP121-RL Red LED Air Penetrator 120mm FAN 1500rpm
£10.79 x 2 - Noiseblocker Multiframe S-Series M8-P Fan - 80mm PWM
£2.20 x 2 - Akasa AK-CBSA05-15BK Super slim SATA rev 3.0 data cable with securing latches - 15cm, Black

Case in stock on Wed, delivery expected Thursday

 

[snips86x]

Nice - looking forward to seeing this come together. That backplate looks awesome

Thanks bud!

I've been a right pain in the ass trying to get this case from Parvum & OcUK Delays everywhere getting it released.

Hi snips86x,

Looking forward to this one. I see you've got your S2.0 on order!

Still waiting to hear back from Parvum about a custom extended S2.0 to allow a 360 rad in the roof. Got all the parts for my build now, just waiting for a nice new case to build it in!

Jim

S2?
nice to hear, I'm enquiring about my own case too jimbo, it's been a while but I know they're busy guys so no rush (though inside i'm crying)

Yeah, I had a conversation with one of the gents from Parvum and they are really busy getting stock ready & shipped for their international parter & OcUK. It would seem I'm not patient bet they are glad to get rid of me

 

[snips86x]

Looks good so far!

Thanks JCX50!

I'm really looking forward to getting that backplate, not just the stunning case!

 

[snips86x]

Where did you get s2.0 case?
Parvum shop only shows s1.0
Or is this a typo?

I ordered it over the phone from Overclockers. S2 is correct, its a new revision with improved features. USB3 as standard and a scratch resistant side window.

 

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Ahh yes, I'd forgotten about the feet

 

[snips86x]

Just had the most amazing email - "Your order has been shipped"

My Friday just got better!!! Bring it on!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[snips86x]

Well, build has been completed and some minor adjustments required.

 

[snips86x]

Only just found this SNIPS. Nice build mate

Cheers Tony, will update the TFU one when I get a sec!

 

[snips86x]

I'm starting to like parvum cases more and more! Good job mate. I like the sleeving.

I have Davido Labido to thank for those Fantastic job he did!

Looks good Did you get new fans for the h100i in the end?

Love those cables.

Nah, never got them in the end - to save some cash, I just used the stock ones. They are superb. Silent and effective.

I do have an issue with an 80mm Noiseblocker fan, needs to be RMA'd

I have tested the 80mm fan on 2-3 different channels and it doesnt work. I've tested a 120mm non-pwm fan on the same channels and it works.

Would this mean it's dead?

 

[snips86x]

Certainly sounds like it. Have you tried connecting the other Noiseblocker fan to the same connector? If that works, you can be sure it's a faulty fan.

Yes, it works fine.

 

[snips86x]

LEDs & Blackplate ordered God I love payday!

 

[snips86x]

This is really awesome mate. Thanks for sending the link. Looking forward to seeing some more. Great sleeving and routing of the cables to the mobo !

Thanks

I had great fun building it. LEDs went in yesterday along with the final 80mm rear fan & I just got this

Backplate is on it's way

 

[snips86x]

Got home to find this:

Fitted to my graphics card - sorry for the poor quality & noise

Graphics card back in the PC

Just need to sort out some lighting and get some posh arty shots done!