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I've read a few threads about this, but there's none that seem to answer the question: Which current-generation PCI-E SSD's are bootable on legacy hardware (specifically, X58 Rampage II Extreme)? I only know of one guy who used the Kingston Predator on his X58, but I know it can't be the...

Hey, has anyone used these? http://www.scythe-usa.com/product/acc/068/sy1212sl12_detail.html I'd like to know how much air they move, and if they give much pressure. Thanks!

Hey, guys, help me out here. I've searched around, and can't seem to figure out the thread type for the mounting screws on my Black Ice Micro II (2x 80mm rad). Does anyone know? Need to place a big order from McMaster.

Hey, everybody, here's a new block from Enzotech (the folks who make those fly forged chipset coolers). http://www.enzotechnology.com/sapphire_cpu.htm# Check out the pics of the internals....their pin structure looks pretty sweet. Also, here's a first look ('review' would be stretching it)...

Hey, I'm wanting to buy a 80.2 radiator (used or new, doesn't matter), and a pump (preferably an Aquastream, DDC+, or similar high-head pump). I can pay paypal immediately. Thanks!

Hey, I'm tired of cracking acrylic every time I try to drill a medium-sized hole. Does anyone know where I can get drill bits for plexi/acrylic? A stepped one would be even better. Any ideas?

Hey, all, I'll be starting a new project soon, but I need help figuring out where to put the radiators. The case is a silver Lian Li V2100 (not Plus! :) ) that I got an incredible deal on. I'll have two loops, one for the cpu and (probably) gpu, and another for the mosfets, nb, and sb. I just...

Hey, everybody, I'm on my way back to the ole US of A, and want to go shopping for some new WC goodness. I'll be in LA for 3-4 days, and I assume it would have the most to offer. Does anyone know who in LA carries WC stuff? And what stuff? I don't mean mail order; I want old fashioned...

I'll be leaving my rig for the summer, for about 4 months. It's filled with Koolance fluid, and no mixed metals. Should I drain it, fill it with something else, or just leave it? What should I do when I get back?

Hey, I'm looking to use a Bulgin Vandal switch (momentary) to cycle through different lighting schemes in my case (off, 1, 2, 3). Is there some kind of relay that will switch the output and keep it until the next time power is applied to it? I know my terminology is probably not correct, so...

Hi, folks. I'm thinking of making a case for my new Macbook out of carbon fiber (no, not the fake vinyl sticker stuff, real CF). Does anyone have and tips/guides/experience on working with the stuff? I've worked on fiberglass a little before, but don't want to screw up with such expensive...

Hi, guys. I was wondering what thoughts you have on how to adjust the brightness/contrast/colors on a new monitor. I have an old Samsung 152s and a new 940BW hooked up. I would prefer to do it manually, in the controls on the monitor, than doing it through a program that generates profiles...

Hey, folks. I'm thinking of getting a MacBook Core 2 Duo. Now that Apple probably has the RSS, et al. issues under control, I think it's a safer buy. I have some questions though. I also have an XP desktop (P D820, watercooled) that I use for my 'heaving lifting' apps like encoding and...

Hi, I feel like such a n00b asking this, but here goes: It never mattered before, but is it an absolute rule that the res must be right before the pump? I'm trying to pack a lot of stuff in a small case, and it's just not working out for that. Can I have my rad and flow meter before the...

Hello, folks, got a new project here. It all started out with me being annoyed that with my case, a Thermaltake Tsunami Dream; the window is on the left but the door opens on the right. Shouldn't the door open on the same side? I decided to remedy the situation. First idea was to flip...

Now, I'm thinking it may be easier to switch the side panels along with the mobo tray (non removable) and back of the case, sortof like one of the LianLi BTX-style cases. Anything I should know about before I begin? Thanks! Original post: Hey, folks. I'm thinking about how I don't...

I need to be able to do several things, and would prefer to use free/open source utilities. It doesn't matter whether it's 1 utility or 3. 1) Non-destructively resize a NTFS primary partition 2) Create images of a drive (Win XP boot drive) 3) Create incremental backups of selected files...

I'll let you guess which is first and which is last; one of them might surprise you! :D Linky Enjoy!

Hello, everybody. Got a few questions that I need help with (see system specs below): 1) I need a flow sensor for my large(r) bore system. Can anyone recommend one that doesn't need tiny tubing? I will be using it with my AC aquaero. 2) Ditto for inline temperature 'T' sensor. It seems...

Hi, I'm wanting to OC my rig (and I know a bit about OC'ing even though I haven't done it before). I use it for Photoshop and Data encryption. Specs: Pentium D 820 (Dual Prescott) Gigabyte GA-8i955X Royal Corsair XMS-5400? (something like that), 2x512 I'm using a WC setup on CPU, GPU...

Hey, guys (and gal), I have had some puzzling results with my Swiftech 655 pump. Basically, I've experienced a 1~2 C drop in temps when I turned the pump down from 5 to 3 to 1. Here's my setup: Res -> pump -> swifty 120.2 rad -> storm orig rev -> AC twinplex GPU -> AC twinplex NB -> Res...

Hey, does anyone know how I can measure my water temp without actually dunking a sensor in the water? Like maybe attaching it to the outside of a block or tube or something? Thanks!

Hi, I'm starting this thread because I'm about to be the owner of a new Aqua Computer Aquaero VFD, and the user manual is a little daunting. But, it seems like an amazing tool for monitoring and quieting my computer :D So, I thought I'd start a thread for Aquaero users to post their tips...

Hey, I thought it would be fun to post the speed of our Liang D5/MCP655 pumps, for those of you that have them. Post temps if you got em as well. Mine: speed: 5 Idle: 28 Load: 38 Ambient: 20 Gear: storm, twinplex x2, 7/16" & 3/8", swifty 120x2 rad w/ 2x 7v yate loons

Hey, folks. I got a few questions for ya today: 1) I have the swiftech mpc655/dd/liang d5 (new revision, supposed to be quieter than the old) and am a bit disappointed by the noise it puts out. The little switch on the back is really hard to get to in my rig; can I run it off a fan...

Hey, folks. I'm trying to figure out the best way to build an htpc that will run linux, playing/ripping dvd's and torrents exclusively. No DVR, no tv tuner or recording. I assume Myth is the standard answer, but is that a little overkill for what I want? Is there anything out there that...

Hey, to avoid corrupting my windows installation, I'd like to make a boot cd that I can use to test stability w/o the issues that my (already slightly unstable due to beta drivers) windows brings into the mix. Any ideas?

Hey, does anyone have any experience painting fans? Can you just paint them, or would you hvae to disassemble them? Would I need to use a primer, and what kind of paint would be best? Thanks for the help.

Hey, folks. I heard that the acrylic or plexiglass resevoirs that go in floppy or drive bays are prone to leakage, but haven't heard any personal stories. Anyone care to shed some light on it and share your experiences, either good or bad? Thanks so much!

Okay, folks, it's finally time for me to plan out my new wc setup. First off, the equipment: Gigabyte GA-I955X Royal Pentium D 820 512x2 OcZ 5400 Random ATI Radeon x300 gpu -passively cooled; may get a new one sometime soon SATA 7200RPM Hdd Thermaltake Tsunami case 460W psu Planning...