Overclock.net - Overclocking.net - Other Hardware Mods http://www.overclock.net/ en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:12:45 GMT vBulletin 1 http://static.overclock.net/images/oc/misc/rss.jpg Overclock.net - Overclocking.net - Other Hardware Mods http://www.overclock.net/ Cut the back off my PCI-E x1? http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/613003-cut-back-off-my-pci-e.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:54:19 GMT I've been toying around with the thought of adding my old 8500GT back into my system, but I have no x16 slots to put it in. Now, I've been batting back and forth on whether or not to cut the back off of one of my x1 slots as to fit my 8500GT in there. I won't be doing any gaming on it, just Physx and Folding, so the extra bandwidth will not be needed. So, I will let you decide OCN: To cut or not to cut, that is the question. ]]> Other Hardware Mods videoman5 http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/613003-cut-back-off-my-pci-e.html check out my mac mini cpu heatsink mod :D http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/612648-check-out-my-mac-mini-cpu.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:31:50 GMT originally: Image: http://farm1.static.flickr.com/217/448761047_625d29d6be.jpg?v=0 now: Image: http://www.overclock.net/gallery/data/500/medium/untitled87.jpg (http://www.overclock.net/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/24340) i gotta figure out how to jumpstart the mobo cause i lost my... originally:




now:



i gotta figure out how to jumpstart the mobo cause i lost my power button :(

that and i gotta get an interconnect board to slap a hard drive in ]]> Other Hardware Mods coreyL http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/612648-check-out-my-mac-mini-cpu.html im going to invent an electric powered semi automatic crossbow... with a barrel. http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/612638-im-going-invent-electric-powered-semi.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:18:13 GMT http://www.shelterdist.com/product/W...&utm_campaign=



im going to use this for my base platform. im not even sure about the exact details but heres my plan:

A FEW THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND:

basically the bolts will NOT HAVE FLETCHINGS (the feathers). it is viable imo to have the barrel. the bolts will go through a barrel positioned perfectly at the end of the crossbow that has rifling on it that will SPIN the bolt. this will greatly improve flight stability and make the arrow much more acurate due to barrel length and the spinning nature of the bolt. the bolt flight drop range should improve drastically as well as the power at that range.

the bow will be powered by a cordless drill battery to make it simple to replace/ charge the battery which is somewhat high powered.

i will do my best to keep the bow as silent as possible.

it will be semi automatic and have magazines to make it very easy to load

im not sure if a cordless drill will have enough force to pull back the bow string.

LOADING:

im going to make a cordless drill pull the drawstring back with a small metal plate attatched to a rod that has a gear which will be in contact with a rod with spirals to make it move powered by the cordless drill motor. the metal plate will have an elastic like bungie cord thing to pull it back after it has loaded the gun.

not sure on how the bolts will be loaded either but i have a couple ideas.

idea 1:

the magazine is on top of the bow and the metal plate that goes back will have a metal piece sticking out on the top to release an arrow into the notch after the draw string is loaded when the metal plate is on its way back, then it will release a bolt into the notch being ready for fire.

idea 2:

there will be a magazine on the side with a metal plate that has springs on it to keep sidewards pressure on the bolts and the metal palte will touch osmething else conductive on its way back that will trigger a metal piece in the magazine to rotate, letting a bolt go into the loading notch of the crossbow, being ready to fire.


SHOOTING:


the bow will shoot pretty much like a normal bow besides the fact that the bolt wont have fletchings and it will go through a barrel (i dont think this has ever been done quite like i plan). the bolt should go through a barrel with the exact inner diameter to componsate a good standard bolt i can find's diameter for a cheap means of ammunition.

the ammo will have replaceable arrow tips hopefully.

im hoping that the power of this 180 pound crossbow can be nearly as powerfull that some rifles but i dont want to get my hopes up.


ill add some schematics soon and i will be applying this for a patent soon if i can (the date now is november 20th but i have no idea how to proove this idea on this date so pls help me with that. ]]> Other Hardware Mods coreyL http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/612638-im-going-invent-electric-powered-semi.html Running a cold cathode of the mains? http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/612333-running-cold-cathode-mains.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:54:53 GMT Hi there. I have a spare CCFL that I don't use and want to place in on the back of my monitor to give it a glow on the wall behind. Is there a ghetto mod i can make with a few bits and peices to run this off the mains? My dad is an electrician/television engineer so he will most likely have the parts I need. So, any help? ]]> Other Hardware Mods Crooksy http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/612333-running-cold-cathode-mains.html Soldering Practise http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/612317-soldering-practise.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:34:45 GMT Any1 got any ideas on what i can solder, which will give me some practise before i tackle replacing components on my sound card? I have a distinct lack of imagination and can't think of anything to solder to help me improve my skills. Seb. ]]> Other Hardware Mods seb_allen http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/612317-soldering-practise.html Speaker out of junk http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/611458-speaker-out-junk.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:03:29 GMT This is my first 'creation', so go easy on me :)
First, the materials you'll need are:
1) sturdy cardboard box
2) speaker
3) penknife
4) screws and nuts
5) screwdriver
6) a source as well as amplifier to power the speaker
7) mathematical compass w/ pencil

I won't explain much, just let the pictures do the talking ;)

Materials:



Measure the diameter of the speaker cone. In this case, it's 4 inches.
Get a ruler, and spread the legs of the compass so that the distance between the pencil and pin is 2 inches. Then you'll want to draw a circle on the cardboard cover.



Once you get the circle outlined, use a penknife to cut the circle out.
At the same time, you may want to place the speaker on it to mark out screw hole positions.



Install the speaker with screws and nuts!



On the bottom section of the box, jab a hole for audio cables to enter and reach the speaker terminals.



Stand back and admire your work so far! :D



Push the wires into the box through the hole, and connect to the speakers.
Turn on your amp and listen!



NOTE: I know, I know, there are air leaks, rattling from the screws and nuts etc. But this is made of junk, and costs nearly nothing to make! :P For some casual listening, this will suffice :D

In any case, I recorded a video of a random song on radio playing through the speaker. That distortion in the video isn't distortion on the speaker or amp, neither is it bottoming out. The distortion is caused by air leaks causing the cardboard edges to flap against the speaker structure.

Rep if you like this! Also, do tell me how I can improve next time :)

Here's the video: ]]> Other Hardware Mods Volvo http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/611458-speaker-out-junk.html DIY Keyboard Driver http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/610619-diy-keyboard-driver.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:21:25 GMT OK so basically I took an old Wyse terminal keyboard and switched it from RJ-9 to USB,(because it has mechanical switches) Windows recognizes a device, and the LEDs light up, so I know I did my splicing correctly, however it obviously can't find a driver. Is there a generic Keyboard driver? Is there a way to create a Driver to work with this keyboard, its not the regular format, ASCII is the regular, I think this is ANSII. I Could be wrong about that. (I probably am)

Anyway any help would be greatly appreciated! ]]> Other Hardware Mods Craiga35 http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/610619-diy-keyboard-driver.html flashing police LEDs? http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/610047-flashing-police-leds.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:57:25 GMT I think that watching too many youtube videos affected me lol, but I came up with the idea of adding flashing LED lights to a case...

What I'd like to do is, to add these kind of effects







into a case. I know, it sounds weird but I just fell in love with the idea.

What would I need to make it real? It would be applied to my current case or to an antec 1200... ]]> Other Hardware Mods The Lineman http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/610047-flashing-police-leds.html Ghetto Rigged... http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/609731-ghetto-rigged.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 10:00:36 GMT I made myself a ghetto rigged usb fan :rolleyes: Why? Always hot near the computer vacinity *parents ***** at me for putting the thermostat at 76-77, they want it at 79... ****ing hot* Need some cooling for my body :p Materials Usb cord from old dell mouse 2 old 80mm fans I made myself a ghetto rigged usb fan :rolleyes:

Why?
Always hot near the computer vacinity *parents ***** at me for putting the thermostat at 76-77, they want it at 79... ****ing hot*

Need some cooling for my body :p

Materials
Usb cord from old dell mouse
2 old 80mm fans
Tape *electrical is best but i didnt have any so i used automotive tape lol :D*

the cord is about 5-6 ft long so yea lol pretty long :eek:





]]> Other Hardware Mods tOny3 http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/609731-ghetto-rigged.html My microphone has Bawls. http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/609680-my-microphone-has-bawls.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 06:41:13 GMT Oh dear, it's seems I got bored again.




]]> Other Hardware Mods videoman5 http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/609680-my-microphone-has-bawls.html Custom painted fans! 1st time. http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/609091-custom-painted-fans-1st-time.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 05:04:53 GMT As the title states, my first time painting fans, i know, not the best... they will be replacing my reservoir, and my two black/blue LED fans, on the front of my tech bench in avatar.. let me know how i did. :p sorry about the pooooor pics. 450d is at the office, so these are from my curve.... As the title states, my first time painting fans, i know, not the best... they will be replacing my reservoir, and my two black/blue LED fans, on the front of my tech bench in avatar.. let me know how i did. :p

sorry about the pooooor pics. 450d is at the office, so these are from my curve.



]]> Other Hardware Mods l4n b0y http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/609091-custom-painted-fans-1st-time.html DVD-ROM Painting! http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/607932-dvd-rom-painting.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 03:16:10 GMT Hey!

Just wondering if there are any guides on OCN, about painting a DVD-ROM drive's faceplate? I want to paint my white one black if possible, thanks! Of course +REP to helppful answers :ninja: ]]> Other Hardware Mods AMG http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/607932-dvd-rom-painting.html What sleeving and heatshrink? http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/607487-what-sleeving-heatshrink.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:09:35 GMT i was looking at this kit, and was wondering how the quality was on the sleeving, i dont want to see my wires through it. i was also looking at the selection at performancepcs but dont know which one to get, any help would be great. ]]> Other Hardware Mods xXLinkageXx http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/607487-what-sleeving-heatshrink.html Intellimouse 3.0 MOD HELP http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/604213-intellimouse-3-0-mod-help.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:08:28 GMT Hi,
I NEED to mod the intellimouse 3.0 because of this problem:
I play CS1.6 and have jump bound to mouse wheel down. Since the intellimouse 3.0 has a loose mousewheel, I jump randomly which is bad. By loose I mean it doesn't sit in correctly and then later slips back in causing the jump.

I already know how to open the mouse and have done so. But i need advice on how to fix the problem.

I have already tried to fix it by:
Replacing the mouse wheel with the intellimouse 1.1 wheel. NO WORKED
Grinded the opening of the mouse wheel socket because I though the socket was too small for the mouse wheel and it was getting stuck on the sides. NW

IDK wat to try next. BTW this problem is with all intellimouse 3.0 so don't tell me to buy a new one. The one i have is brand new from frys. ]]> Other Hardware Mods v193r http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/604213-intellimouse-3-0-mod-help.html ECE Majors Unite! Building a TC649 PWM-Temp Fan Cntrlr http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/604107-ece-majors-unite-building-tc649-pwm.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:39:21 GMT http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/e...Doc/21449c.pdf

I have two IC's on order, one as a DIP package and the other as a MSOP package. Going to try prototyping it on a breadboard and then I may PCB it if I have the willpower to do so :p Anyway, an example circuit can be found on page 9 of the PDF, anyone have any insight into the best way to go about it? ]]> Other Hardware Mods Burn http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/604107-ece-majors-unite-building-tc649-pwm.html LED question http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/603169-led-question.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:13:45 GMT Hey everyone,

I would really like to change the blue LED's on my Rheobus Extreme fan controller.

I don't know alot about LED's, and i was wondering if someone might be able to tell me whether i can just get any old Red LED or do i need a voltage sensitive type LED? ( one that gets brighter the more i turn the knob) Or is there even such thing as a voltage sensative LED?

Thanks for reading!
Cheesezilla ]]> Other Hardware Mods Cheesezilla http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/603169-led-question.html ASUS Rampage II Extreme - Intel x48 to AM3 http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/602848-asus-rampage-ii-extreme-intel-x48.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:22:19 GMT I have spent £421 on modding this already £200 motheboard into supporting an AM3 Socket type. I didn't do this myself, it a friend of my friend's, who's a hardware systems guy for Dell. This mod is VERY unadviseable, as my motherboard has been running for barely a month and bit the dust (rather violently) last night, frying my CPU.

Any MoBo mods are inadviseable, but this is just stupid. :wth: ]]> Other Hardware Mods TakMan http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/602848-asus-rampage-ii-extreme-intel-x48.html What to do with this fan? http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/601642-what-do-fan.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:07:31 GMT Hi

This is a fan from a compaq proliant server, I just wonder what to do with it.. what kind of fun or use :)

I can find measures later on, in cm 'cause I dont know in US measures :)


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]]> Other Hardware Mods FrodeMolland http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/601642-what-do-fan.html PSU sleeving ok? http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/600065-psu-sleeving-ok.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:33:22 GMT I just got done sleeving one of the PCIe cables and now its finished I think the heatshrink is a little to long :o What do you guys think? It's kinda bugging me but I'm to lazy to redo it..

Need to order more sleeving to do the 24 pin etc :l Only ordered 10 metres to start with as I wasn't sure of the quality..

EDIT: some new pics :)

Quote:
Originally Posted by GeforceGTS (Post 7585596)
Little update :P

New tubing arrived today, got the 24 pin finished too, still need to do the 8-pin though, need to make more room for the cables to run behind the motherboard tray and it rained all day today :(

A little messy still but heres some pics..



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]]> Other Hardware Mods GeforceGTS http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/600065-psu-sleeving-ok.html cable sleeving http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/598961-cable-sleeving.html Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:06:48 GMT where is a good place to get alot of cable sleeving where is a good place to get alot of cable sleeving ]]> Other Hardware Mods booby219 http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/598961-cable-sleeving.html Sata power, modify cable(s) http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/598889-sata-power-modify-cable-s.html Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:58:41 GMT Hi I just before i start my modding my cable(s) the two black ones, does it matter if they change place? Or do they have to placed correctly into sata/ide connector? Excuse my typo from time to time (from Norway) Frode Hi

I just before i start my modding my cable(s) the two black ones, does it matter if they change place? Or do they have to placed correctly into sata/ide connector?

Excuse my typo from time to time (from Norway)

Frode ]]> Other Hardware Mods FrodeMolland http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/598889-sata-power-modify-cable-s.html PS3 Sixaxis for PC http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/597444-ps3-sixaxis-pc.html Sun, 25 Oct 2009 02:14:58 GMT How do I hook up my sixaxis controller to my pc?


Its the original one (included with first round of ps3's)

thanx ]]> Other Hardware Mods domthegamer http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/597444-ps3-sixaxis-pc.html Three Colour LEDs http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/597168-three-colour-leds.html Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:30:01 GMT I am looking for three colour LEDs like these (http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3020765) but unfortunately i have not seen a radioshack in canada for a long time, all of the ones i know of were converted to The Source (http://www.thesource.ca) which is a rather lame store who... I am looking for three colour LEDs like these but unfortunately i have not seen a radioshack in canada for a long time, all of the ones i know of were converted to The Source which is a rather lame store who doesnt carry what i am looking for. Also $3 is pretty expensive for one LED... Does anybody know where to find these? ]]> Other Hardware Mods Snipe07 http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/597168-three-colour-leds.html 6 retro gaming computers in one (rather large) case http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/597145-6-retro-gaming-computers-one-rather.html Sat, 24 Oct 2009 18:35:26 GMT I have finally finished it's construction!

Here are a few of the specs:
256 mb RAM
Pentium III (not sure on the speed, sorry)
21.3" screen on front

It's Main purpose is LAN parties (I built not to have to set it all up each time) nut I am trying to use it as a beowulf cluster as well.

Feedback is appreciated :)

Now some pics:



]]> Other Hardware Mods rscarson http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/597145-6-retro-gaming-computers-one-rather.html Is this computer tool kit good or even worth buying? http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/596834-computer-tool-kit-good-even-worth.html Sat, 24 Oct 2009 03:15:17 GMT Is it? or if you recommend something else please put the link so i can see thank you.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1117177062740 ]]> Other Hardware Mods XxAllStarxX23 http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/596834-computer-tool-kit-good-even-worth.html replace USB cord on mouse with mini male connector? http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/596687-replace-usb-cord-mouse-mini-male.html Fri, 23 Oct 2009 23:09:30 GMT OK so my gaming mouse recently died. I have came to the conclusion it was the cord that was causing my problems. I just took it out of the mouse and tried replacing it with a mini male cord from an old ball mouse, but for some reason the computer doesnt find the mouse (though the light does glow... OK so my gaming mouse recently died. I have came to the conclusion it was the cord that was causing my problems. I just took it out of the mouse and tried replacing it with a mini male cord from an old ball mouse, but for some reason the computer doesnt find the mouse (though the light does glow red). Is it just not possible to switch? ]]> Other Hardware Mods jonespwns http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/596687-replace-usb-cord-mouse-mini-male.html <![CDATA[Need help modding Window A/C unit's thermostat]]> http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/596559-need-help-modding-window-c-units.html Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:41:54 GMT I need some help. Making a water chiller out of a window air conditioning unit. I have pretty much completed the unit, except now I am ready to mod the thermostat. The existing thermostat only goes down to 64F. I need one that will go to -30C, preferably -40C to give me a little headroom. ... I need some help. Making a water chiller out of a window air conditioning unit. I have pretty much completed the unit, except now I am ready to mod the thermostat. The existing thermostat only goes down to 64F. I need one that will go to -30C, preferably -40C to give me a little headroom.

Here's the problem. I have no experience with this whatsoever. Can anyone point me in the right direction on what to do? Where can I buy a digital thermostat that will reach these temperatures? (preferably as cheap as possible) How do I wire it in to the existing control panel of the A/C unit?

Edit: Explain it to me like I'm stupid. Because when it comes to wiring, I ride the short bus. ]]> Other Hardware Mods Dittoz http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/596559-need-help-modding-window-c-units.html drill in the pcb ? http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/596492-drill-pcb.html Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:31:06 GMT Hi there, i have this question is safe do something like this ? Image: http://www.xdevs.com/images/chiller/7800gtx1.jpg whitout damage the damage the track circuit? i have a small hole (1.8mm) and a fat screw (2.0mm) aprox. Hi there, i have this question

is safe do something like this ?



whitout damage the damage the track circuit?


i have a small hole (1.8mm) and a fat screw (2.0mm) aprox.

i want to get the small hole bigger.

tnks :) ]]> Other Hardware Mods matiasca http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/596492-drill-pcb.html Paintball camera box 90% complete http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/596073-paintball-camera-box-90-complete.html Thu, 22 Oct 2009 21:42:40 GMT Well, I took my camera out paintball one day and it got shot (I'm a paintball photographer for my friends magazine) so I decided to make a box before I go out tonight and tomorrow to protect the camera.. 30 bucks to protecting 1200 bucks of lens and body I think is mighty worth it. Keep in mind I didn't have time to weld the acrylic so I had to use metal brackets.

It's almost complete for today, only thing I have left to do is paint pretty pictures on the top and sides. I should be able to do that Saturday or something soon like that.


]]> Other Hardware Mods caraboose http://www.overclock.net/other-hardware-mods/596073-paintball-camera-box-90-complete.html