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I will be buying a new setup with H20, but as this is my first time i'd liek to buy an all in 1 kit just for the CPU only.

I don't know where to start. Whats the best option for me that has great performance but at a low cost?

My last question is space. Is it possible to have all the components inside the case. I'd prefer not to have something hanging behind the back or on top.
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If by 'all-in-one' you mean a pre-plumbed mini-kit from Koolance or the like, you'd do best to avoid going that route. Better temps can be achieved from using a high-end air cooler.

Petra's has some good beginner kits that are comprised of quality parts. You can take a look here. If you're willing to spend some money and plumb the loop yourself, you'll get a lot more out of the WC experience.
not a bad kit: http://www.petrastechshop.com/pecoba.html

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Is it possible to have all the components inside the case.
if you have a case like coolermaster 590/690 with the ps at the bottom, inside the case against the top usually works with a rad
What kind of budget are you looking at? Below $100 I'd go for a TRUE or Noctua HS/F.
Well i was debating high end air like Noctua, Sunbeam Freezer or going for a WC kit like CoolIT Systems Domino, Swiftech H20-120 or NorthQ Siberian Tiger II.
I was thinking pairing up at NorthQ Siberian Tiger II with a CoolerMaster Centurion 590 placing the WC on the top (inside) using the spare 2 120mm fittings.
Definately for the best performance you should avoid all in one kits from any manufacturer and go for a custom setup within your budget.

I would recommend the ones from http://www.petrastechshop.com because they just take really good parts from different companies and throw em together to create a kit.

The same exact thing you would do if you chose to go the custom setup route albeit purchasing each piece on your own offers way more variety.
If you just tell us your budget it will be much easier for us to help you.
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Ha, sorry. Roughly £120.
For £120 i would go for a custom setup, take a look at http://www.watercoolinguk.co.uk/catalog/.

I would never go for a pre-assembled kit


http://www.watercoolinguk.co.uk/cata...pping_cart.php
Here is a quick mock up, you could shop around for cheaper as this comes in at £150
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So all i need is Cpu, Rad, Pump, Fans, Tubing, & a Res?
Ok how is this idea. All help very much appreciated!

Any way to make it cheaper? Anything missing?
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Your gonna need fittings, also, you didn't get tubing. You bought antikink coils, which go over the tubing.

Edit: You also need a pump.

Edit: Edit: Bay res pump, nvm.
Before you build or plan your build. Suggested reading


http://www.overclock.net/water-cooli...l-threads.html
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Before you build or plan your build. Suggested reading


http://www.overclock.net/water-cooli...l-threads.html
QFT

That thread is full of tons of valuable knowledge.
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