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I've been building PCs for years now, and while I've done quite a few semi and full mods along the way...I've never really posted them up and I've never made use of a build log. I finally decided with this build that I wanted to post up a build log, so bear with me as this is all new to me.
Project Name: Artic Assault
Parts Used: *Subject to change without notice
- Cooler Master 690 II Advanced Case
- AMD Athlon II X4 640
- MSI 880GMA-E55
- PowerColor 5570
- 4GB ADATA Gamer Series DDR3 1600
Cooling Parts:
- XSPC RS240 Radiator
- XSPC H2O 750 Pump / Res Combo
- Xigmatek XLF Fans (Blue / White LEDs)
- 1/2" ID 3/4" OD PrimoChill White Tubing
- Matte Black Bitspower Compression Fittings
Colors:
- Black
- Blue
- White
Build Progress
I started off by stripping the case and preparing the chassis for the Xigmatek fans and water cooling gear.
The XSPC radiator will go in the top location along with 2 120MM Xigmatek fans. I've built a false floor from 22GA aluminum to cover the PSU and aid n making the bottom a little cleaner (No pics of it just yet...have to wait)
After I stripped the case and did a little work on the chassis, I started on the outside of the case. I didn't want to go overboard and add a lot of color, so I decided to add white accents to a few subtle locations. After stripping, prepping, and painting I came out with this:
It came out great and really makes the case pop when everything gets put back together.
Warning...No pictures for the next updates
After the paint, I decided to cut a window in the side panel. It came out okay, but I've got a little cleanup left to do.
Still Waiting On...
I'm still waiting on the rest of the water cooling gear to get here along with my sleeving materials. I'm hoping to finish this mod up pretty quickly and get it entered into the Cooler Master 2011 Competition, but that will depend on how quickly I can get parts in.
I may switch the PowerColor 5570 out for a different card, but I need something that fits into my black and blue theme. If anyone knows of any good cards out there that fit that mold, let me know.
Stay tuned for more updates...coming soon
Project Name: Artic Assault
Parts Used: *Subject to change without notice
- Cooler Master 690 II Advanced Case
- AMD Athlon II X4 640
- MSI 880GMA-E55
- PowerColor 5570
- 4GB ADATA Gamer Series DDR3 1600
Cooling Parts:
- XSPC RS240 Radiator
- XSPC H2O 750 Pump / Res Combo
- Xigmatek XLF Fans (Blue / White LEDs)
- 1/2" ID 3/4" OD PrimoChill White Tubing
- Matte Black Bitspower Compression Fittings
Colors:
- Black
- Blue
- White
Build Progress
I started off by stripping the case and preparing the chassis for the Xigmatek fans and water cooling gear.

The XSPC radiator will go in the top location along with 2 120MM Xigmatek fans. I've built a false floor from 22GA aluminum to cover the PSU and aid n making the bottom a little cleaner (No pics of it just yet...have to wait)
After I stripped the case and did a little work on the chassis, I started on the outside of the case. I didn't want to go overboard and add a lot of color, so I decided to add white accents to a few subtle locations. After stripping, prepping, and painting I came out with this:

It came out great and really makes the case pop when everything gets put back together.
Warning...No pictures for the next updates
After the paint, I decided to cut a window in the side panel. It came out okay, but I've got a little cleanup left to do.
Still Waiting On...
I'm still waiting on the rest of the water cooling gear to get here along with my sleeving materials. I'm hoping to finish this mod up pretty quickly and get it entered into the Cooler Master 2011 Competition, but that will depend on how quickly I can get parts in.
I may switch the PowerColor 5570 out for a different card, but I need something that fits into my black and blue theme. If anyone knows of any good cards out there that fit that mold, let me know.
Stay tuned for more updates...coming soon
