[PROJECT] Cosmos S: Black Edition 8-28-09 update - Overclock.net

like30ninjas · 07-16-09

Hey Guys! So I've decided to redo my case/build and I wated to share it with OCN. First, I will be upgrading to i7, and then I will be adding a GPU loop I plan to paint my Cosmos S fully black, and put a black tinted window on the front, and make the GPU loop in red. The build/project is sort of expensive, so it may take a while before i get all my parts in (need to make some $$). However, I will do the best to update it, without crapping my thread. So without further ado, here's the build list:

Hardware
Motherboard: Asus Rampage II Extreme * $410 CAD
RAM: G.Skill Trident 6GB 3x2GB 2000mhz * $165 CAD
Power Supply: Corsair HX1000W Modular * $250 CAD
GPU 1: EVGA E-GEFORCE GTX295 (used) * $315 CAD
GPU 2: A used GTX 295 bought off OCN * 460
CPU: Intel Core i7 920 D0 SLBEJ * 350 CAD

Water Cooling
Pump: Swiftech MCP655 * $69 CAD
Radiator: Swiftech MCR320-QP Radiator * $65 CAD
Tubing: Primochill UV Red Tubing 1/2ID 3/4OD * $20 CAD
GPU Water Blocks: 2 x HEATKILLER GPU-X² GTX295 Water Block * $445 CAD

Case Mod
For the case, I'll use 2 cans of Self-etching primer, regular primer and a semi-gloss black paint. For the plastic (if i decide to do it), I will put a layer of gloss clear coat. For the window, I will replace my clear acrylic window with a black-tinted window. I already have a MCR320 Radiator mounted on the top, so I will mount the seonc one in the 5.25 bays. I'll be using fans which have UV Green blades and a black casing, and I will use some UV lighting to light them up. and this will be in the drive bays, in the front of the computer.

like30ninjas · 07-16-09

like30ninjas · 07-16-09

I recieved my motherboard, RAM and the Swiftech Apogee GTZ Core i7 Hold Down plate. From the looks of it, I will need to drain my loop before i can install it, because I'll need to take apart the block itself.

I also got my water cooling shipment (radiator's on backorder) with some GELID UV Green Fans (the ones i mentioned earlier).

jeffries7 · 07-16-09

WOW this will be good

.::Himeh::. · 07-16-09

Pic's when completed please

caliga4221 · 07-16-09

warning, memory uses the elphida (SP?) chips which are causing manufacturers such as Corsair to recall memory due to excessive recalls, do some investigation first.

edit: otherwise looks good , going to watch this one and enjoy im sure.

like30ninjas · 07-16-09

thanks for your interest guys! I'll be posting pics of everything I do on here, so i have a work log. I went out to buy some spray paint: I bought 2 primers and 2 semi-gloss blacks, but Home Depot didn't seem to have any self-etching paint, so I'm on my way to NAPA Auto to see if i can pick some up. I'll also need to get some of that painter's tape. and I'll need to start taking apart my computer down to the bare metal.

thanks for letting me know about that elpida chip issue. I can't do much now, since i just recieved my RAM. Would you suggest me RMA'ing it back and going for a different one? I know many people who have used this without problems (ericeod for one). I won't be running it at 2000mhz anyways, probably 1600 or 1800 if i can get it stable that high. I just want the headroom to make sure RAM isn't my limiting factor in this build