The Utterly Imbalanced CaseLabs TX10-D build(s)!
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No log needed really as it's just a few cards stuck on a test bench with a massive rad
Figured, still looks nice.
I love, love, love the removable motherboard tray. Such a simple idea and yet so useful!
Since Haswell-E isn't out yet, I decided to assemble the z87/KPE rig. First off, the Maximus 6 Formula:
I kinda cheated since the EK M6F and the Koolance 380i was already on from the previous build. Also, that massive cutout means either easy cabling or untidy looking mess of cables. I will make my mind as cables come in on whether or not I get the back covers for the motherboard trays. Next up, more bling bling with the Corsair Dominator Platinums and the light bar upgrade kit:
I see the upcoming x79/x99 build as a bit of redemption in that I bought into the hype from "tech reviewers" and went with the stereotype forum favorites: 900D, Asus ROG with all them gaming features like Sonic Radar that I have used never, Corsair Dom Plats etc. Oh well, live and learn. Too bad the upcoming Rampage V Extreme will still be one of the best x99 boards and have features I will continue to never use.
Now then, let's have something Classified:
Again, if anyone wants to see more pics of this engineering beauty, I link two albums: Unboxing the KPE and Watercooling the KPE
Now then, one KPE is good but two are better:
Ok, ok I know it is on the stock cooler but I have to test it first. How about a better looking SLI bridge instead?
A 120mm exhaust fan later, it is back in the case for now. I got a thin 120 rad on the way that I might put in exhaust instead if it doesn't clash with the MOSFET block. The Phobya G-Changer definitely doesn't.
A better look at the sheer amount of space left:
Not to worry, there will be two massive reservoirs going in there along with 2-3 pumps. Heck, in my mind that space actually seems small now. One more look, this time with the door closed:
I might have to get one XXL windowed door if this doesn't suffice. I will be removing the entire motherboard tray out, install the tech station parts and use it outside with the dual 480 rads till I get all the reservoirs and pumps inside.
I love, love, love the removable motherboard tray. Such a simple idea and yet so useful!
Since Haswell-E isn't out yet, I decided to assemble the z87/KPE rig. First off, the Maximus 6 Formula:
I kinda cheated since the EK M6F and the Koolance 380i was already on from the previous build. Also, that massive cutout means either easy cabling or untidy looking mess of cables. I will make my mind as cables come in on whether or not I get the back covers for the motherboard trays. Next up, more bling bling with the Corsair Dominator Platinums and the light bar upgrade kit:
I see the upcoming x79/x99 build as a bit of redemption in that I bought into the hype from "tech reviewers" and went with the stereotype forum favorites: 900D, Asus ROG with all them gaming features like Sonic Radar that I have used never, Corsair Dom Plats etc. Oh well, live and learn. Too bad the upcoming Rampage V Extreme will still be one of the best x99 boards and have features I will continue to never use.
Now then, let's have something Classified:
Again, if anyone wants to see more pics of this engineering beauty, I link two albums: Unboxing the KPE and Watercooling the KPE
Now then, one KPE is good but two are better:
Ok, ok I know it is on the stock cooler but I have to test it first. How about a better looking SLI bridge instead?
A 120mm exhaust fan later, it is back in the case for now. I got a thin 120 rad on the way that I might put in exhaust instead if it doesn't clash with the MOSFET block. The Phobya G-Changer definitely doesn't.
A better look at the sheer amount of space left:
Not to worry, there will be two massive reservoirs going in there along with 2-3 pumps. Heck, in my mind that space actually seems small now. One more look, this time with the door closed:
I might have to get one XXL windowed door if this doesn't suffice. I will be removing the entire motherboard tray out, install the tech station parts and use it outside with the dual 480 rads till I get all the reservoirs and pumps inside.
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I got asked the same thing on OCN. That's definitely on my to-do list. Till then, I got a picture from Seross- the guy who has the same case with 3 pedestals (beating me by 2 pedestals):
He is 5'9" tall and once he puts on the extended top, the case is taller than he is. Here is the link to his insane build log if anyone is interested: http://www.overclock.net/t/1374618/...triple-pedestals-sponsored-by-ek-water-blocks
Patience, Scotty, still the same "today" for me here
My DSLR battery charger died yesterday so that's a setback till I get a new one. I will end up using my phone till then. Definitely some more pics coming up today!
That case is insane
Naming the build log after the case was definitely the way to go lol. I got a few more parts in since, and got around to working with the Mayhems Blitz kit as well. I will have another update with more pictures soon.
Mick from Mayhems is also sending me a lil something something for "winning" a contest so eagerly awaiting that.
Mick from Mayhems is also sending me a lil something something for "winning" a contest so eagerly awaiting that.
It is full cover in that it cools the core, VRAM and VRMs but I know what you meant. I don't like it myself but EVGA is partly to blame there with them having told EK there is no need to cool anything to the right of the PCB. Turns out that they underestimated how hard people like I would push them on water lol. I would have loved a block like the EK 290x Lightning.
There isn't any other option for the KPE unfortunately so not a whole lot that can be done. I was considering the plexi version but it wasn't due in stock for a while when I got these. The only good thing is that with the normal ATX motherboard configuration as in side 1 of this case, they won't be seen a whole lot.
I do need heatsinks to put on the exposed parts though, preferably copper with non permanent mounting. Any suggestions?
There isn't any other option for the KPE unfortunately so not a whole lot that can be done. I was considering the plexi version but it wasn't due in stock for a while when I got these. The only good thing is that with the normal ATX motherboard configuration as in side 1 of this case, they won't be seen a whole lot.
I do need heatsinks to put on the exposed parts though, preferably copper with non permanent mounting. Any suggestions?
Are you gonna put some lead in the bottom of the case just incase the fans make it hover around the room?
Despite it being all aluminium, the case itself weighs over 40 kg with the pedestal and extended top. This thing ain't going anywhere
I know I haven't had an update in a while, should have a big one in a couple of days.
