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So i think id like to water cool my system. Not so much for OC'ing capabilities, but because I'm growing tired of my fans speeding up like jet planes, and because i just think it'll be cool and fun to do.
My idea was to take my current components (in sig) buy a new case, antec p183 Newegg.com - Antec P183 Black Aluminum / Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Computer Cases
and add the water cooling.
I think i know the basics but not sure exactly what components i should get.
I've seen this kit recommended, Petra's Tech Shop
and this reservoir, Petra's Tech Shop.
I've worked up alot of questions so bear with me =)
1. Would a 2x120mm rad be sufficient or do i need 3x120mm for cpu + gpu? (no heavy Ocing)
2. How would i mount either a 3x120mm rad or 2x120mm rad in or outside the case? (where are mounting holes)
3. Should i get a more generic cpu block (suitable for more kinds of sockets) than the ones they have listed with the kit?
4. What gpu block is good?
5.For the gpu would the gpu block + Petra's Tech Shop take care of everything that needs to be taken care of on the card?
6. I didn't see distilled water on the site, where can you buy this?
7. Should i go with that kit, or what can you put together with parts separately (suggest a build for me)
Budget: I'm not too worried about what it'll cost, I'm fine with ~$300. I'm looking for good value items (performance/cost wise) not necessarily the best.
Thanks.
My idea was to take my current components (in sig) buy a new case, antec p183 Newegg.com - Antec P183 Black Aluminum / Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Computer Cases
and add the water cooling.
I think i know the basics but not sure exactly what components i should get.
I've seen this kit recommended, Petra's Tech Shop
and this reservoir, Petra's Tech Shop.
I've worked up alot of questions so bear with me =)
1. Would a 2x120mm rad be sufficient or do i need 3x120mm for cpu + gpu? (no heavy Ocing)
2. How would i mount either a 3x120mm rad or 2x120mm rad in or outside the case? (where are mounting holes)
3. Should i get a more generic cpu block (suitable for more kinds of sockets) than the ones they have listed with the kit?
4. What gpu block is good?
5.For the gpu would the gpu block + Petra's Tech Shop take care of everything that needs to be taken care of on the card?
6. I didn't see distilled water on the site, where can you buy this?
7. Should i go with that kit, or what can you put together with parts separately (suggest a build for me)
Budget: I'm not too worried about what it'll cost, I'm fine with ~$300. I'm looking for good value items (performance/cost wise) not necessarily the best.
Thanks.