FINISHED HAF HYDRO! JUST INSTALLED EVGA Z77-FTW

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2012/10/24 16:10:35 (permalink)
 My first real mod system
Comments, suggestions, +1's on my mods rig, all are welcome!
 
Starting with my recently built system.
I7-2600K, COOLER MASTER HAF X RC-942-KKN1
EVGA-Z68-FTW
Intel I7-2600K
2 X Corsair Force Series GT 240GB. SSD Raid-0
Western Digital Caviar Black WD2002FAEX
G.SKILL Ripjaws X + Turbulence II Series F3-17000CL9D-8GBXLD
2 X EVGA GeForce GTX 460 SuperClocked 1024MB (01G-P3-1372-TR)
Corsair H100 CPU cooler.
CORSAIR Professional Series Gold AX1200 Power Supply

New mods will be started by stripping case empty and replacing existing cabling, Corsair H100, fans etc. Some case modifications will be necessary to accommodate the new hardware. 
post edited by buggyruth - 2012/11/02 12:50:03

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COOLER MASTER HAF X RC-942-KKN1 / EVGA Z77-FTW / Intel I7-3770K  / 2 X Corsair Force Series GT 240GB. SSD Raid-0 / Western Digital Caviar Black WD2002FAEX / G.SKILL Trident X Series F3-2400C10D-16GTX  / 2 X EVGA GeForce GTX 670-FTW+4GB. (04G-P4-3673-KR) with EK GeForce 680 GTX VGA Liquid Cooling Blocks - Acetal CSQ (EK-FC680 GTX - Acetal CSQ) / Swiftech Maelstrom 51/4" dual bay reservoir with dual MCP35X pumps / RayStorm CPU WaterBlock (Intel) Copper / XSPC RX360 Rad  & XSPC EX140
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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/24 16:15:48 (permalink)
    New parts list for water cooling loop and accessories.
     
    Swiftech Maelstrom 51/4" dual bay reservoir with dual MCP35X pumps
     
    COUGAR CF-V12HP Vortex Hydro-Dynamic-Bearing (Fluid) 300,000 Hours 12CM Silent Cooling Fan with Pulse Width Modulation =3
     
    COUGAR CF-V14H Vortex Hydro-Dynamic-Bearing (Fluid)300,000 Hours 14CM Silent Cooling Fan =1
     
    3mm Blue LED =3
     
    Bitspower Ultimate G 1/4 Thread 1/2" ID x 3/4" OD Compression Fitting -Matte Black =10
     
    Danger Den DreamFlex Value Pack -Tubing / Clamps / Tube Cutter ( 1/2"ID x 3/4"OD )UV Red =1
     
    Bitspower Deep Bold Red O-Ring - (10 Pack) (BP-WTP-010-DRD)=2
     
    XSPC EX140 Single 140mm Low Profile Split Fin Radiator =1
     
    Bitspower G1/4" Matte Black Dual Rotary 45-Degree Compression Fitting CC5 For ID 1/2" OD 3/4" Tube (BP-MB45R2CPF-CC5)=3
     
    Swiftech Maelstrom 5 1/4" Dual Bay Standalone Reservoir w/ Dual MCP35X Pumps(Maelstrom-35X2
     
    XSPC RX360 Triple 120mm Radiator Rev 2. =1
     
    XSPC RayStorm High Performance Acetal CPU Liquid Cooling Block - Special Edition Copper =1
     
    IandH Silver KillCoils - Antimicrobial .999 Fine Silver Tubing / Reservoir Strip =1
     
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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/24 16:23:07 (permalink)
    Parts showed up from FrozenCPU in 2 days, very quick service!
    Credit card now in pain

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/24 16:32:20 (permalink)
    Just removed every thing from HAFX case.
    Need remove the Duel bay hot swap system


    Now to remove top 200mm fans.

    I need to remove the 2 existing rad mounts from the top of case.
     
    I decided the RX360 rad needed to be moved about 1 1/2"  toward the front of case.
     
    Implements of destruction below


    Let the fun begin
    post edited by buggyruth - 2012/10/25 14:39:11

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/24 16:52:53 (permalink)
    Existing top radiator mounts successfully removed & roto-zip smoothed.

    Red arrows show new bracket and newly drilled mounting hole locations.
    Blue arrows show removed original mounting brackets.
    Had to make a new bracket to support back end of RX360 radiator and paint to match.
    Positioned rad for best location and marked case to drill new mounting holes. (No pressure)
     
    Went well
     
     

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/24 17:02:38 (permalink)
    Tired, ordering more goodies.

    more work tomorrow!
    post edited by buggyruth - 2012/10/24 17:12:03

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/24 17:25:48 (permalink)
    Too excited to sleep. So what do I do but order more stuff
     
    EK 4-Pin PWM 4-Way Splitter Cable - Sleeved Black / Black  =1
    ModRight Black-Out Series 4-Pin 18AWG Extension Cable - 24"  =1    
    FrozenCPU LED Power Cable - Standard 3-pin Power Connector  =2
    Dual Ended Universal Molex Removal Tool =1
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    Mod/Smart Double 1/2" Purse Lock Twist Tie - UV Red (5 pack)
    FrozenCPU (my new best friend)

    +1 If you like my Mods-Rig
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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/24 18:27:01 (permalink)
    This is going to look nice. Cant wait to see the finished product.
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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/24 18:39:16 (permalink)
    Thanks you! for the compliment.
    I have built a lot of rigs, but this will be my first real mods rig.
    Should be fun

    +1 If you like my Mods-Rig
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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/24 20:09:02 (permalink)
     
    You will definately have fun with that.    :)

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/24 21:22:12 (permalink)
    You are welcome. I am working on slowly building a rig in the HAF XM. It is a slow process
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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 02:09:23 (permalink)
    XrayMan
    Thanks, & yes it will be fun now that I have the planning and lay out in my head.

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 02:13:07 (permalink)
    Mr.MattyV
    Keep us posted on your progress, I enjoy seeing everyone's creativity and skills at work. Show us some pics when your ready.

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 02:42:06 (permalink)
    I like what I see, looks promising! Keep up the good work!
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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 02:59:37 (permalink)
    Sleinous
    Thanks, More tonight if all goes according to Plan

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 03:19:06 (permalink)
    I had to install mother board prior to rad installation to be able to connect the two 8 pin EPS cables. 
    Well I have the rads roughed in case to check fitting plan. Top mounted RX360 cougar fans on top of rad pulling air out (exhaust) good to go. 

    Ex140 rad, I wanted fittings at the top, but after close analysis I decided water loop layout will look better with them at the bottom.
    Reinstall cougar 140mm, fan between back of case and rad also pulling air out (exhaust).

    MUCH BETTER
     Moving on later.
    post edited by buggyruth - 2012/10/25 03:32:16

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 03:29:04 (permalink)
    Nice work so far.....  i wish I had gotten some of those red sleeved cables for my latest case, they look so good.

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 03:35:05 (permalink)
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    Thanks!
    I ordered those from corsair end of September they had a sale $53.00 delivered. Too good to pass up.

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 04:12:55 (permalink)
    looks great

     
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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 05:01:11 (permalink)
    Thanks! nookie420

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 09:02:49 (permalink)

    Nice Job! Looks like you took your time, and it shows. Gave you your very first +1.


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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 10:24:01 (permalink)
    Looking super, can't wait for the final finish photos. 

                
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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 14:19:10 (permalink)
    sgtharry & rjohnson11
    I thank both of you for the nice comments.
    Getting back to work on it now.

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 14:26:56 (permalink)
    Wish I could give more than a +1. That is one fine rig there.

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 14:30:20 (permalink)
    Working on the loop now.
    Just set in the Swiftech Maelstrom 51/4" dual bay reservoir with dual MCP35X pumps.
    Made the first connection from (pump out) into RX360 rad at top. Made first connection to pump return line with a block and drain valve.

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 14:34:40 (permalink)
    rlb682
    I can't thank you enough for the kind words!
    I just looked at yours, very nice and a +1 for you as well

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 15:00:58 (permalink)
    I decided to stand it upright and put some distilled water in the reservoir before I went any further.
    Good thing I did, there was water literately running out were the temp probe was threaded into the bottom or the reservoir.
    Called FrozenCPU, they said to call Swiftech. Told the gentleman at Swiftech I did not want to take it apart for warranty reasons, until he gives me the OK to do so. He did give me the ok and said to call back with the results. I proceeded to remove the Pump Res. Combo, then took it apart to discover the temp probe was not even finger tight  So much for pre-assembled products.
    Dismantling hard, leak fix easy
    Reassembled again!

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 15:19:33 (permalink)
    Back to work on the water loop.
    I installed  the base of the compression fittings into CPU block, cleaned the CPU and Block and applied the Phobya HeGrease Extreme Thermal Paste, then installed CPU water block.
    FYI. The 1/2" x3/4" compression fittings are too close together on this CPU water block, I literately put some outwards pressure on the fittings while I was trying to tighten them to keep from scraping off the paint on the fittings. 
    Finished most of the water loop & literally threw in enough cables to use the paper clip jumper to run the pumps for several hours to leak check loop. All went well
    I have working man hands & my fingers still got sore from tightening the compression fittings.

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 15:27:56 (permalink)
    Going to let it run for a few more hours, while I take a break. I must be getting old
    I believe these pumps could run my house if the PC died.
    post edited by buggyruth - 2012/10/25 15:39:13

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    Re:Transforming my HAFX into HAF HYDRO! (My Mods Rig & Build Log) 2012/10/25 16:03:20 (permalink)
    A bit of info on the pumps and fan controls. I decided to connect the pumps to CPU fan header via PWM in bios on Z68ftw, adjusting pump Speeds according to CPU temps in 10 degree increments. Attached the 4 cougar fans mounted to the radiators to the other bios controlled fan header on the Z68FTW. I will need to play around with those settings to get the best results.
    Now for more shopping, Might need some more lighting & misc. cables.
     
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