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Phase One----------------
To build a new gaming PC based on the Intel x99 chipset so it is ready to drop in a nVidia Pascal based video card when they are released. I will be re-using a few parts from my current x58 gaming PC to complete the build. The Jonsbo RM3 is a relatively small Micro-ATX case, so I will be running an external water cooling radiator.
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Phase Two----------------
Upgrade to nVidia Pascal, watercooled. I have not decided if I will buy one or two cards yet. I'll wait for real-world benchmark scores and prices to determine what will be best for 4K gaming.
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Core Parts----------------
Case: Jonsbo RM3 Silver (Micro-ATX)
Power Supply: Seasonic SnowSilent 1050w (re-used from previous build)
Motherboard: EVGA x99 Micro2 (Micro-ATX)
Processor: Intel i7 5930k Hexacore
Memory: 32GB (4x8GB) DDR4-2666 Corsair Dominator Platinum
Memory Accessory: Corsair Dominator Platinum LED Light Bars
Graphics: EVGA GTX 980 SC ACX 2.0 (re-used from previous build)
Storage: 512GB Samsung 950 Pro
Case Fans: (1) 140mm Corsair AF140 (Purple LED), (2) 120mm Corsair AF120 (Purple LED)
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Water Parts----------------
CPU Block: EK Supremacy EVO CSQ (Nickel/Plexi)
GPU Block: EK-FC980 GTX (Nickel/Plexi)
GPU Backplate: EK-FC980 GTX Backplate
Radiator: EK CoolStream PE 480-Quad (4x120mm)
Radiator Fans: (4) 120mm Corsair SP120 (Purple LED)
Fittings: EK-ACF 10/13mm (Purple)
Bulkhead Rear Water I/O: Alphacool G1/4"
Pump: Phobya DC12-400 12VDC
Reservior: Alphacool Lighttower
Tubing: 3/8" Masterkleer UV Purple
External Radiator Stand / Pump Mount: Custom designed and 3D printed on my PowerSpec 3D Pro
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Accessories----------------
Pro-Bolt USA Anodized Cap Screws (Purple)
IceModz MDPC-X Sleeved PSU Cables (Purple/Black)
MDPC-X Small Purple Sleeving
MDPC-X Small Black Sleeving
UV LED Light Strip
XSPC Dual 3mm LED's (UV)
Flat Snap Cable Management Clamps
Purple DJ Lighting Gel Covers (Installed on Jonsbo Case Logo and Corsair RAM LED Light Bars)
PWM Fan Extenders
16mm Vandal Momentary Switch (Purple LED)
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Parts in boxes:
CPU Waterblock:
Radiator:
Solid State Drive:
CPU Block and RAM:
Motherboard with RAM/CPU/Block Installed:
Drilled some 7/8" holes for external water cooling:
Motherboard is mounted:
Jonsbo case logo re-mounted with purple DJ lighting gel behind (shown non-lit):
GPU backplate:
Testing out what the water lines will look like. This will be changed to have the GPU cooled as well:
More updates to come as some of the final parts arrive and I disassemble my current gaming PC...