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2014/08/15 13:16:30 (permalink)
Hello,
First of all, I'd like to warn you that my questions might sound stupid but I need some answers and I'm ready to assume the consequences.
I'm wondering about buying GTX 780 Ti Dual Classified w/ EVGA Hydro Copper Cooler.
I don't know a lot about watercooling so what can you suggest for this card ?
I couldn't find any information on google or this forum. All watercooling kits I found are rather for CPU and for the ones for GPU require replacement of air fans by watercooling heatsink.
Are there any watercooling kits for EVGA Hydro Copper card or I need a custom setup ? On the official requirements of this card, there is no information about a watercooling system at all…
I have this Zalman ZM-T2 PLUS computer case: (bought recently because I need a case of this size and not bigger)

I’m looking forward to your advice.
Thank you.
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    HOWARD70
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    Re: GTX 780 Ti Dual Classified w/ EVGA Hydro Copper watercoolong 2014/08/15 15:47:58 (permalink)
    Swiftech makes the mcr-x20, its a pump res and rad all in one. If u buy four fitting tubing and coolant you will have your self a watercooled gtx 780ti. I dnt know about the size of your case but the mcr comes in 240 mil(2 120 fans) and 360(3 120 fans). As for " GPU require replacement of air fans by watercooling heatsink" the hydro copper v of cards come w a gpu block and no fans, so u have to water cool.
       P.S. Personally, before spending the money and putting in the effort, I would watch some vids on the subject, Jays 2 cents has a lot of water cooling content and instruction.
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    Re: GTX 780 Ti Dual Classified w/ EVGA Hydro Copper watercoolong 2014/08/16 04:30:55 (permalink)
    I like to look JayzTwoCent's clips too.
     

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    Re: GTX 780 Ti Dual Classified w/ EVGA Hydro Copper watercoolong 2014/08/16 09:52:31 (permalink)
    Thank you for your fast replies guys.
    If someone else wants to share their experience, you are welcome to do it please :)
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    Re: GTX 780 Ti Dual Classified w/ EVGA Hydro Copper watercoolong 2014/08/17 05:04:37 (permalink)
    First question is how much do you want to spend?
    Second question is do you plan on adding anything to the loop in the future?
    After looking at your Zalman case I'd suggest going with a outside the case rad like the following,
    http://www.frozencpu.com/cat/l3/g/c95/s667/list/p1/b189/Phobya-PC_Water_Cooling_Radiators-Extreme_Radiators-Page1.html
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    Re: GTX 780 Ti Dual Classified w/ EVGA Hydro Copper watercoolong 2014/08/17 05:40:37 (permalink)
    Lack of place for 360mm rad is huge problem for me example and your Zalman is very nice case but not for watercooling.
    You will need to put radiator out of case.
    I think it's best way if you build custom loop. Usually kits cost about 200-300$ and they are made for CPU usually.
    Anyway you will need to buy more fittings, GPU waterblock and than price is very similar as you choose parts.
    Watercooling is not just like that, lot of important little things you will find when start to learn if you want to change cooling type in case.
     
     

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    Re: GTX 780 Ti Dual Classified w/ EVGA Hydro Copper watercoolong 2014/08/17 08:07:07 (permalink)
    Thank you for your replies.
    Actually, on my Zalman case there are 3 holes at the back, I guess they are for watercooling tubes, and on the side I have enough space to fix two 120mm fans or maybe a 2x120mm watercooling radiator.
     
    The point of buying a small case was to be able to put it in my luggage while traveling for holidays to see my parents and there were no point of buying a laptop just for a few days per year.
    So, now I'm wondering will it be safe to travel will a watercooled case in a luggage. :)
    I just hate noise of modern graphics cards. Wondering about buying EVGA GTX 780 Ti Superclocked w/ ACX Cooler or Hydro Copper edition.
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    Re: GTX 780 Ti Dual Classified w/ EVGA Hydro Copper watercoolong 2014/08/17 09:53:07 (permalink)
    My case have holes for tubes too on back side, I thought on same way, but somehow it's nicer when everything is inside,... I don't know. 
    Maybe even quad radiator 4x120mm and radiator stand...
    Like this... Lot of different options are possible...
     

     
    Or you can install pump+res inside and radiator stand behind case you don't need to see him.
    One quad radiator is enough for GPU and Extreme Processor.
    Best way is to buy normal GTX780Ti Classified ACX without block and later EKWB for GTX780/780Ti Classified.
    post edited by Vlada011 - 2014/08/17 10:00:24

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    https://watercool.de
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    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHMun5xiRe0
     
    https://xdevs.com/guide/2080ti_kpe/#intro
    https://www.evga.com/articles/01386/evga-sr-3-dark/
     
     
     

     
     
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    Re: GTX 780 Ti Dual Classified w/ EVGA Hydro Copper watercoolong 2014/08/20 01:52:10 (permalink)
    Check this video link out.  http://youtu.be/Dk3V64ZSsEI
     
    I would advise on joining a site like overclockers and the likes to learn the basics of water cooling.  You'll want to research to get a better understanding of the basics.  It's really important to do it right the first time than learning your lesson.
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    Re: GTX 780 Ti Dual Classified w/ EVGA Hydro Copper watercoolong 2014/08/21 05:13:22 (permalink)
    I used to hate the noise that my system generated, all the fans and blowers from GPUs etc.  So I went the water cooling route and loved it.  It's more work setting up, but I also don't find myself buying new computer parts every two months.  I started with XSPC as they have a reservoir and pump combined. http://www.xs-pc.com/water-pumps/acrylic-dual-bayrespump-combo-with-one-ddc  They also sell kits with rads and CPU blocks.  You don't need to use their block or even do the CPU.  So basically you'd need some tubing, fluid, and additive for the fluid (bacteria and corrosion).  All that being said, I've be very leary of putting it in my suitcase traveling with it.  The systems are sealed, but not necessarily that tightly.
     
    There are some forums here which help with water cooling and the guys there are really good. 


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    Re: GTX 780 Ti Dual Classified w/ EVGA Hydro Copper watercoolong 2014/08/21 10:39:47 (permalink)
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    I used to hate the noise that my system generated, all the fans and blowers from GPUs etc.  So I went the water cooling route and loved it.  It's more work setting up, but I also don't find myself buying new computer parts every two months.  I started with XSPC as they have a reservoir and pump combined. http://www.xs-pc.com/water-pumps/acrylic-dual-bayrespump-combo-with-one-ddc  They also sell kits with rads and CPU blocks.  You don't need to use their block or even do the CPU.  So basically you'd need some tubing, fluid, and additive for the fluid (bacteria and corrosion).  All that being said, I've be very leary of putting it in my suitcase traveling with it.  The systems are sealed, but not necessarily that tightly.
     
    There are some forums here which help with water cooling and the guys there are really good. 




    Yeah but its pointless only doing the GPU and not the CPU.  You'd want to do both but understand the basics and maintenance involved and the amount of heat surface needed to cool and keep your operation at low temps while keeping it silent on full load.
     
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    Re: GTX 780 Ti Dual Classified w/ EVGA Hydro Copper watercoolong 2014/08/21 11:22:19 (permalink)
    traveling with a computer in your luggage would not be something I could recommend , much less with one under any kind of watercooling reservoir .
     
    If it was me, I'd stick to the more traditional air cooled setup for all of it.

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    Re: GTX 780 Ti Dual Classified w/ EVGA Hydro Copper watercoolong 2014/08/21 11:33:10 (permalink)
    Thank you for all your advice.
    I traveled a lot with my computer case in a luggage, never get anything broken or stolen. Maybe I'm lucky :)
    I think, I'll wait a little before getting a real watercooling system with a real not portable computer.
     
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