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[mkenyon]

You'll need a pump top. Only some reservoirs are built with the pump in mind. XSPC's bay reservoirs are, for instance. Same with a lot of Bitspower's reservoirs.

Otherwise, mounting hardware is included. I don't know if XSPC's kit comes with decoupling pads, but I'd look at getting some of those if they don't. Or just go by your local hardware store and pick up some cushiony foam, which is what those pads are

If I'm going to drop $800 on a new platform, I'd hope I get one CPU upgrade out of it. Though looking at the past two years of Intel, that probably won't happen.

Now leaning to 4790k to hold me off until Skylake.

The days of getting CPU upgrades out of a single socket are long gone. They went away with Socket 1366/1156.

I mean, if you started off with something like a Haswell i3, upgrading to a Broadwell i5 or i7 would be worth it. But you don't go for a big dog CPU and upgrade to an even bigger dog CPU on the same socket. That's never going to happen again.

What is it about Skylake that makes you think it'll be worth waiting for?

 

[tarheel91]

You'll need a pump top. Only some reservoirs are built with the pump in mind. XSPC's bay reservoirs are, for instance. Same with a lot of Bitspower's reservoirs.

Otherwise, mounting hardware is included. I don't know if XSPC's kit comes with decoupling pads, but I'd look at getting some of those if they don't. Or just go by your local hardware store and pick up some cushiony foam, which is what those pads are

Looks like there's some rubber on the back side of the mount:
http://www.frozencpu.com/products/i...Photon_270_Tube_Glass_Cylinder_Reservoir.html

If not, I can find something.

It looked like the pump screwed right into the bottom of the reservoir (see this pic from the combo unit). However, I can't find anything that looks like the adapter on the bottom of the res in that pic.

 

[Infinite Justice]

Just installed a Samsung EVO ssd and I have to say... I'm starting to question my sanity.

Sure, boot times are pretty greatly improved BUT I can't say that I've noticed a tremendous difference in the amount of time it takes for applications to load nor have I noticed a huge difference in overall day to day operation. Granted it's only been a day. I'm starting to think maybe I should return it to the store though.

Am I crazy?

You are

Even now i will still be in awe when my machine boots up plus it actually fucking reacts when i want it to.

I will admit that years of being conditioned with Grade A shit computers plays a role in it.

 

[NickatNite]

Just booted up my first PC build. Lights went on, fans spining, BIOS came up. Fuck Yeah

 

[appaws]

Looks like there's some rubber on the back side of the mount:
http://www.frozencpu.com/products/i...Photon_270_Tube_Glass_Cylinder_Reservoir.html

If not, I can find something.

It looked like the pump screwed right into the bottom of the reservoir (see this pic from the combo unit). However, I can't find anything that looks like the adapter on the bottom of the res in that pic.

If you are buying both the 170 and the XSPC D5 pump, can't you buy them together and save a few bucks?

I do like that you are going with the EK CPU block.....much better than the XSPC one IMO.

 

[tarheel91]

If you are buying both the 170 and the XSPC D5 pump, can't you buy them together and save a few bucks?

I do like that you are going with the EK CPU block.....much better than the XSPC one IMO.

Combo is sold out.

 

[IcyRhythms]

Will I have any trouble using this board

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K2MAU5Q/?tag=neogaf0e-20

With this RAM

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231689

and this CPU cooling

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005O65JXI/?tag=neogaf0e-20

little worried the RAM may no clear the 212

 

[Celcius]

Just booted up my first PC build. Lights went on, fans spining, BIOS came up. Fuck Yeah

Congrats, you've got awesome times ahead.

 

[mkenyon]

Combo is sold out.

How 'bout this guy?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nAAGjQHfJM

http://www.frozencpu.com/products/2...lue_CTR2-SFFD5-12-UB.html?tl=g30c97s152#blank

Will I have any trouble using this board

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K2MAU5Q/?tag=neogaf0e-20

With this RAM

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231689

and this CPU cooling

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005O65JXI/?tag=neogaf0e-20

little worried the RAM may no clear the 212

You're fine, it fits just dandy.

 

[ricki42]

Will I have any trouble using this board

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K2MAU5Q/?tag=neogaf0e-20

With this RAM

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231689

and this CPU cooling

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005O65JXI/?tag=neogaf0e-20

little worried the RAM may no clear the 212

I have that board and cooler, and if you only need 2 RAM sticks you should be fine. If you need to fit 4 sticks, you should use the low profile ones.

 

[tarheel91]

Anyone have experience with Performance-PCs?

http://www.performance-pcs.com/cata...e=product_info&cPath=59_367&products_id=39187

They have the XSPC 270mm in stock.

They've also got the Primochill 240mm in stock.

 

[mkenyon]

Anyone have experience with Performance-PCs?

http://www.performance-pcs.com/cata...e=product_info&cPath=59_367&products_id=39187

They have the XSPC 270mm in stock.

Yep. I order half from them, half from Frozen CPU, just based on who has what in stock.

Spoiler

code is OCN55 for 5.5% off

 

[Renekton]

Just installed a Samsung EVO ssd and I have to say... I'm starting to question my sanity.

Sure, boot times are pretty greatly improved BUT I can't say that I've noticed a tremendous difference in the amount of time it takes for applications to load nor have I noticed a huge difference in overall day to day operation. Granted it's only been a day. I'm starting to think maybe I should return it to the store though.

Am I crazy?

It doesn't improve my games that much either, titles nowaday seem to stream assets rather than load them in one go. Some exceptions like Wolfenstein.

 

[IcyRhythms]

I have that board and cooler, and if you only need 2 RAM sticks you should be fine. If you need to fit 4 sticks, you should use the low profile ones.

So I won't be able to go 4 sticks with that RAM?

 

[mkenyon]

You can use all the slots with that cooler and that memory.

 

[tarheel91]

Proposed routing. $60 in adapters, lol. Front 2 fans would be intake. Top 3 and rear would be exhaust. Goal would be to limit dust.

Mkenyon what kind of adapter did you use on the back side of the 360mm radiator in the PC-V7 build you did?

 

[element]

What is it about Skylake that makes you think it'll be worth waiting for?

Price. DD4 is brand new and mobos on 2011-3 aren't cheap either.

 

[tarheel91]

Price. DD4 is brand new and mobos on 2011-3 aren't cheap either.

Enthusiast platform mobos will never be cheap. Cheap DDR4 is only a 30% premium over cheap DDR3.

 

[Vulcano's assistant]

Well, built it, but nothing is showing on the monitor. What are the usual suspects that I should look first?

 

[Mohasus]

CPU power cable, I've seen this 3 times happening with friends of mine.

Other than that, try switching the dvi/hdmi/dp cable between your mobo and your gpu.

 

[Vulcano's assistant]

My mobo has no video output, it is 2011-E socket.

MSI X99S Sli Plus

edit: it was my huge-ass Asus gtx 570 that I'm reusing for the moment. It wasn't connected properly. Glad I tested that before going through my ram one by one.

 

[kharma45]

nm.

 

[mossypne]

Can anyone recommend a decent headset?

 

[xBladeM6x]

Can anyone recommend a decent headset?

Here's some of the more common ones.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826816029
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001O5CCQK/?tag=neogaf0e-20
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004N7HSGU/?tag=neogaf0e-20

 

[Reckoner]

Would you guys say that now is a good enough time to get a new monitor? I've been thinking of the Asus PB287Q, which would be good to replace my small cheap 22" monitor and my TV for a single solution on my desk.

I should say that I'm looking for something that is either good for games and movies and at least 27", so I can watch stuff from the bed or couch easily.

 

[SHADES]

Can anyone recommend a decent headset?

Budget?

 

[michaelius]

Enthusiast platform mobos will never be cheap. Cheap DDR4 is only a 30% premium over cheap DDR3.

That's because 2011 mobos have much more features - Z97 with 10 Sata 3 ports and PLX to run triple/quad gpu configs aren't cheap either

 

[xBladeM6x]

Would slapping 2 Corsair AF120 High Performance fans in place of the stock fans on the 212 EVO be a good decision? I'm thinking of doing it just because it would look really nice.

 

[Smokey]

Wait for the G402. It's out in a few weeks. The Corsair rep also told me that something is in the pipeline for announcement by the end of this month to please folks who love optical sensors (i.e. the best sensors). Skip the G502.

G402 seems to be avail on Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LZVNWIA/?tag=neogaf0e-20

 

[SHADES]

It's not as bad as it looks, but it is angled slightly. I've ordered some alcohol and wipes from Amazon, and they'll be here saturday. I really didn't want to do this

You'll be fine, let us know how you get on!

 

[ricki42]

So I won't be able to go 4 sticks with that RAM?

You can use all the slots with that cooler and that memory.

I took some pictures to clarify what I mean (this is using Corsair Vengeance Pro, I don't know how the height compares to the G.SKILL Ripjaws, but it looks similar):

First picture is the configuration I'm running, no problem, according to the mobo manual the first stick should be in slot A2 so that fits easily. Second picture, I tried putting one of the RAM sticks in the first slot, but it gets pushed slightly to the right by the fan. I didn't want to try if I could force it in. Though I noticed that the fan is not perfectly aligned and mainly pushed on the lower part, so maybe if it was mounted better it would work (it's my first build, I'm just glad I haven't broken anything yet). Third picture is a side view with the RAM back in its original slot to show how much overlap there is. It's not much, so you could just mount the fan a bit higher.

 

[Water]

Would you guys say that now is a good enough time to get a new monitor? I've been thinking of the Asus PB287Q, which would be good to replace my small cheap 22" monitor and my TV for a single solution on my desk.

I should say that I'm looking for something that is either good for games and movies and at least 27", so I can watch stuff from the bed or couch easily.

Monitor market has never been better. You don't want the PB287Q, though. TN panel, bad viewing angles, bad choice for bed-desk-couch watching unless you were to angle the display exactly in the viewing direction every time. Also questionable for games since you need ridiculous hardware to run games at that resolution. Rather, look at IPS / PLS / VA 27" 1440p displays; there are plenty of choices. Asus PB278Q (lol Asus product naming) is one of them.

 

[lmpaler]

Just got an email from Newegg, 840 Pro for $89.99 for the next 48 hours.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820147192&nm_mc=EMC-EXPRESS090614&cm_mmc=EMC-EXPRESS090614-_-EMC-090614-Index-_-SSD-_-20147192-L01C

 

[AmyS]

Geforce GTX 980 Alleged Benchmark and TDP Surfaces – Just 170W for ~110% 780 Ti Performance

[Rumor] Alleged benchmarks and TDP numbers of the Geforce GTX 980 flagship have surfaced over at Chiphell Forums. However, considering that the source is not really water tight, I will be tagging this post as rumor, and handing out all the pinches-of-salt and take-at-face-value disclaimers that go along with it. As far as the leak goes, it makes sense from a marketing stand point, so I am inclined to believe it’s true.

A card that beats the 780 Ti with a $499 price tag should hold its own very easily till AMD rolls out their next gen GPUs.The GTX 980 will be landing on the 19th of September according to reports and rumors and will be launching along side the GTX 970 with the mobility series following soon after. Nvidia is preparing quite a big reveal event for it too, as can be evident from the Game 24 event that has been scheduled. All these leaks and rumors will be laid to rest in two weeks time and we will finally know for certain, just what exactly Nvidia has been cooking for so long.

http://wccftech.com/geforce-gtx-980-alleged-benchmark-tdp-170w/

source: http://www.chiphell.com/thread-1122008-1-1.html

EDIT: So the rumor is saying 10% more performance over 780 Ti

 

[zyxwvu4321]

Geforce GTX 980 Alleged Benchmark and TDP Surfaces – Just 170W for ~110% 780 Ti Performance






http://wccftech.com/geforce-gtx-980-alleged-benchmark-tdp-170w/

source: http://www.chiphell.com/thread-1122008-1-1.html

If true... shutupandtakemymoney.jpg

 

[xBladeM6x]

Geforce GTX 980 Alleged Benchmark and TDP Surfaces – Just 170W for ~110% 780 Ti Performance






http://wccftech.com/geforce-gtx-980-alleged-benchmark-tdp-170w/

source: http://www.chiphell.com/thread-1122008-1-1.html

 

[garath]

Geforce GTX 980 Alleged Benchmark and TDP Surfaces – Just 170W for ~110% 780 Ti Performance






http://wccftech.com/geforce-gtx-980-alleged-benchmark-tdp-170w/

source: http://www.chiphell.com/thread-1122008-1-1.html

All the rumors keep saying the same thing. Hope it's true. I'm in for a 970 at a minimum. Maybe the 980 if I can scrape together the funds and it doesn't out strip my 2500k too terribly much.

 

[jabuseika]

Geforce GTX 980 Alleged Benchmark and TDP Surfaces – Just 170W for ~110% 780 Ti Performance






http://wccftech.com/geforce-gtx-980-alleged-benchmark-tdp-170w/

source: http://www.chiphell.com/thread-1122008-1-1.html

That's crazy talk...

Spoiler

Take my money.

 

[AngryChinchilla]

If I want to do DDR4, most of the boards I am seeing have 8 slots for the RAM. Do I have to use either 4 or 8 sticks, or can I just use 2(4GB). To help my budget now, I'd like to just get 2 4GB sticks if I can.

Example:
This motherboard
with
two of this RAM

 

[Felix Lighter]

So close. I cannot wait to build this new PC.

 

[Seanspeed]

Just sounds too good to be true.

 

[knitoe]

If I want to do DDR4, most of the boards I am seeing have 8 slots for the RAM. Do I have to use either 4 or 8 sticks, or can I just use 2(4GB). To help my budget now, I'd like to just get 2 4GB sticks if I can.

Example:
This motherboard
with
two of this RAM

Quad channel memory so you want to use multi of 4 ram sticks, 4 or 8. You can use less, but your memory bandwidth will be cut in 1/2, 1/3 and so on.

So close. I cannot wait to build this new PC.

Me too. Received the CPU, MB and ram. I can set it up, but will waited for the braided cables. No point in using the old cables only to ripe it out a couple of days later.

 

[AmyS]

Even if 980 was just equal to 780 Ti or 5% faster, that would be impressive given GM204 is a mid sized GPU with a 256-bit bus.

It bodes well for GM200 (GM210) on a smaller process. Assuming a 512-bit bus and proportionate increase in shaders / ROPs / TMUs / etc, it'll be a beast.

 

[Nostremitus]

Geforce GTX 980 Alleged Benchmark and TDP Surfaces – Just 170W for ~110% 780 Ti Performance






http://wccftech.com/geforce-gtx-980-alleged-benchmark-tdp-170w/

source: http://www.chiphell.com/thread-1122008-1-1.html

Typo in the title, the article says 10%. Reading comprehension fails me again.

 

[zyxwvu4321]

Typo in the title, the article says 10%.

Same thing. "+10% performance over X" is the same as "110% of X's performance."

I.E. 100 + 10% of 100 = 110. 110 is 110% of 100.

 

[Nostremitus]

Same thing. "+10% performance over X" is the same as "110% of X's performance."

I.E. 100 + 10% of 100 = 110. 110 is 110% of 100.

Derp... I read it as saying 110% increase...

 

[AngryChinchilla]

If I do a 980 and a 5820K, do you think that a 750W PS is enough?

 

[xBladeM6x]

If I do a 980 and a 5820K, do you think that a 750W PS is enough?

Yes.

 

[luffeN]

Yes.

So 750 W for an i5-2500K @ 4 GHZ and a 980 should also be doable?

 

[Addnan]

So 750 W for an i5-2500K @ 4 GHZ and a 980 should also be doable?

A decent 550W would probably be enough and if the rumours of low power consumption in the 9xx are true then 750 might even run two.