INTRODUCTION
Hey, so I thought I would do a build log of my system. Currently it is about half done. I have the CPU loop installed. However there are a few things I would like to get done. I guess I wanted to layout what I have done and will be doing as there isn't a huge resource on water cooling the Fractal Design Define R4.
1) Add the GPU into the system
2) Sleeve the PSU cables
3) Tidy up the cable management.
I am currently in the process of adding the GPU into the loop (which is what started the idea to make it into a build log) I will talk a little more about the components in a bit.
I am looking into sleeving the cables; this is probably going to be the part that takes the longest. I am still deciding what type and colours to go with. Maybe if I get a bit more cash I will order some MDPC-X sleeving. Thinking of mainly black with a touch of blue. Also debating if I should go MDPC or go paracord etc.
In regards to tiding up the cable management I am not sure 100% on how I want to do this. I have seen a couple of other projects that I will 'borrow' ideas from. I was thinking of an acrylic panel to extend the motherboard tray. I would then mount the hard drive behind this and mount the pump to it too. I think it would give the interior a much cleaner look.
I hope to continuously keep it updated however other than the GPU loop it will probably take a while, as this is the only PC I have to use at the same time.
PARTS
PC COMPONENTS
CPU:Intel Core i5 3570K (currently sitting at 4.2ghz)
Motherboard: ASUS P8Z77-V-LK
RAM: 8GB GSkill (if I go with a colour theme I would need to update this as they are red)
SSD: 120GB Intel 330
HDD: 1TB Seagate Barracuda
PSU: Corsair HX-620
GPU: ASUS GTX 670 DCII
Case: Fractal Design Define R4
Fans: 2x140 Fractal Design Silent Series, 2x120 Corsair AF120, 2x140 Deep Cool UP140
WATER COOLING (CURRENT)
Pump: Alphacool D5 Vario Pump
CPU Block: XSPC Raystorm Intel Block
Radiators: XSPC EX240
Coolant: Distilled with silver
Reservoir: EK-D5 X-RES 140 (pump top and res)
Tubing: Primochill LRT Advanced - Clear
Fittings: Compression - XSPC black chrome, Bitspower elbows and extenders
WATER COOLING (PROPOSED)
GPU: EK ASUS 670 DCII block with backplate (backplate on the way, block owned)
CPU Block: XSPC Raystorm Intel Block
Radiators: Hardware Labs Black Ice SR1 280
Coolant: EK Koolant (for a bit to keep the warranty)
Fans: 2x120 Sycthe Gentle Typhoons, 2x140 NoiseBlocker BlackSilent Pro PK-3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1) The starting Point (The first post below)
2) The GPU Block (post 4)
More to come...
CURRENT PROGRESS
I will update this post with the most current pictures of the build.
Watercooling is done. Sleeving to go. Waiting on the proper tools to get it done.
FINAL PICTURES
Will go here
If you have any comments or advice please feel free to let me know. I am going to try for a clean look so if you have any suggestions please let me know.
Hey, so I thought I would do a build log of my system. Currently it is about half done. I have the CPU loop installed. However there are a few things I would like to get done. I guess I wanted to layout what I have done and will be doing as there isn't a huge resource on water cooling the Fractal Design Define R4.
1) Add the GPU into the system
2) Sleeve the PSU cables
3) Tidy up the cable management.
I am currently in the process of adding the GPU into the loop (which is what started the idea to make it into a build log) I will talk a little more about the components in a bit.
I am looking into sleeving the cables; this is probably going to be the part that takes the longest. I am still deciding what type and colours to go with. Maybe if I get a bit more cash I will order some MDPC-X sleeving. Thinking of mainly black with a touch of blue. Also debating if I should go MDPC or go paracord etc.
In regards to tiding up the cable management I am not sure 100% on how I want to do this. I have seen a couple of other projects that I will 'borrow' ideas from. I was thinking of an acrylic panel to extend the motherboard tray. I would then mount the hard drive behind this and mount the pump to it too. I think it would give the interior a much cleaner look.
I hope to continuously keep it updated however other than the GPU loop it will probably take a while, as this is the only PC I have to use at the same time.
PARTS
PC COMPONENTS
CPU:Intel Core i5 3570K (currently sitting at 4.2ghz)
Motherboard: ASUS P8Z77-V-LK
RAM: 8GB GSkill (if I go with a colour theme I would need to update this as they are red)
SSD: 120GB Intel 330
HDD: 1TB Seagate Barracuda
PSU: Corsair HX-620
GPU: ASUS GTX 670 DCII
Case: Fractal Design Define R4
Fans: 2x140 Fractal Design Silent Series, 2x120 Corsair AF120, 2x140 Deep Cool UP140
WATER COOLING (CURRENT)
Pump: Alphacool D5 Vario Pump
CPU Block: XSPC Raystorm Intel Block
Radiators: XSPC EX240
Coolant: Distilled with silver
Reservoir: EK-D5 X-RES 140 (pump top and res)
Tubing: Primochill LRT Advanced - Clear
Fittings: Compression - XSPC black chrome, Bitspower elbows and extenders
WATER COOLING (PROPOSED)
GPU: EK ASUS 670 DCII block with backplate (backplate on the way, block owned)
CPU Block: XSPC Raystorm Intel Block
Radiators: Hardware Labs Black Ice SR1 280
Coolant: EK Koolant (for a bit to keep the warranty)
Fans: 2x120 Sycthe Gentle Typhoons, 2x140 NoiseBlocker BlackSilent Pro PK-3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1) The starting Point (The first post below)
2) The GPU Block (post 4)
More to come...
CURRENT PROGRESS
I will update this post with the most current pictures of the build.
Watercooling is done. Sleeving to go. Waiting on the proper tools to get it done.
FINAL PICTURES
Will go here
If you have any comments or advice please feel free to let me know. I am going to try for a clean look so if you have any suggestions please let me know.