Hi,
I carried out a very basic project log last year using a Predator 360 that ended up expanding to the graphics card water block via QDC connections. I had fun, but it was pretty much a plug and play build. I had a few vinyl’s printed, but wasn’t overly happy with the result. Here’s a link to the old build log (rather than posting more pictures of it here): https://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18716127
Due to the imminent release of the Phanteks Glass edition ATX Evolv case, I’m going to move house for the gear listed in my sig below. This build log won’t be adding any new kit, but I will be going a little further with the modifications.
On order are custom ZxR, SSD and M.2 back plates – I considered a custom GPU back plate, but decided that the current nickel one would go well with the glass sides of the case.
I’m also going to be going full braided cables in the build courtesy of a Super Flower kit to showcase the cable management on the back glass side of the case. I went with red cables to add some accents to the current black/white build. For this purpose I have another 2m Phanteks LED strip coming for the second side.
As the Evolv will have less airflow and cooling potential than the current Enthoo Luxe set up, I am going to mount the 360 Predator on the front in push/pull feeding the radiator with cool air intaking from the front. I’ll only have space for 2 140mm on the top (and probably retain my existing BitFenix Pro 140mm on the back). This will mean keeping my Noctua NF-A14’s. Right now they’re hidden in the front of the Luxe and not on display. In the new case they will be in prime visual position, so I intend to spray them white and have some red tips on order to get rid of the brown!
Once everything is in and I will assess temps and airflow, I am (likely) going to get the front and top of the case drilled with some additional ventilation to help with the cooling. I am also likely to get a graphic etched onto the front at the same time. As I day, a little more custom this time around
The case is due for shipping from Overclockers on the 12th May, so the idea is to have the fans sprayed and the existing set up stripped down for delivery day. I’m also keen to use this to improve my DSLR product photography skills so expect a batch of new gear and progress shots as things progress.
I’ll update as gear arrives and progress is made. Please subscribe to the thread if you would like to see how I get on. Not settled on a project name yet, we'll see if inspiration strikes when I see the case in person!
I carried out a very basic project log last year using a Predator 360 that ended up expanding to the graphics card water block via QDC connections. I had fun, but it was pretty much a plug and play build. I had a few vinyl’s printed, but wasn’t overly happy with the result. Here’s a link to the old build log (rather than posting more pictures of it here): https://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18716127
Due to the imminent release of the Phanteks Glass edition ATX Evolv case, I’m going to move house for the gear listed in my sig below. This build log won’t be adding any new kit, but I will be going a little further with the modifications.
On order are custom ZxR, SSD and M.2 back plates – I considered a custom GPU back plate, but decided that the current nickel one would go well with the glass sides of the case.
I’m also going to be going full braided cables in the build courtesy of a Super Flower kit to showcase the cable management on the back glass side of the case. I went with red cables to add some accents to the current black/white build. For this purpose I have another 2m Phanteks LED strip coming for the second side.
As the Evolv will have less airflow and cooling potential than the current Enthoo Luxe set up, I am going to mount the 360 Predator on the front in push/pull feeding the radiator with cool air intaking from the front. I’ll only have space for 2 140mm on the top (and probably retain my existing BitFenix Pro 140mm on the back). This will mean keeping my Noctua NF-A14’s. Right now they’re hidden in the front of the Luxe and not on display. In the new case they will be in prime visual position, so I intend to spray them white and have some red tips on order to get rid of the brown!
Once everything is in and I will assess temps and airflow, I am (likely) going to get the front and top of the case drilled with some additional ventilation to help with the cooling. I am also likely to get a graphic etched onto the front at the same time. As I day, a little more custom this time around
The case is due for shipping from Overclockers on the 12th May, so the idea is to have the fans sprayed and the existing set up stripped down for delivery day. I’m also keen to use this to improve my DSLR product photography skills so expect a batch of new gear and progress shots as things progress.
I’ll update as gear arrives and progress is made. Please subscribe to the thread if you would like to see how I get on. Not settled on a project name yet, we'll see if inspiration strikes when I see the case in person!
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