Are you running similar setup and what are your temps?
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NCASE M1: a crowdfunded Mini-ITX case (updates in first post)
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Are you running similar setup and what are your temps?
Chelski Shogun
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To update from my previous post. I haven't overclocked anything. But with the 1070's fan set to 30%, and the two fans mounted on the bottom set to 500/600RPM it idles at around 30°C. On load I haven't seen it go above 68°C yet (although I'm going to overclock it to 2GHz soon).
As for the C7, it might be able to handle a small overclock, but that's probably it. At idle it hits 32/42°C, and at load it usually hits about 60°C.
As for the C7, it might be able to handle a small overclock, but that's probably it. At idle it hits 32/42°C, and at load it usually hits about 60°C.
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I was able to OC my 1070 FE to 2025 MHz core and 9300 MHz memory, fortunately all the FE seem to have Samsung memory which usually OCs very well.
Thanks, your 1070 temp is lower than mine already. In my matx case, my 1070 runs 41 idle.
Crazy5miles
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hi guys, really need some help here. i've just purchased a Zotac AMP 1070 (non-extreme version) and have set my eyes on getting the ncase m1. however, the breadth of the card is 148mm while on the site, it says that it can only fix a max of 140mm.
Please advise if anyone has successfully fitted this card into the ncase with the help of L shape PCI-E power connectors?
Please advise if anyone has successfully fitted this card into the ncase with the help of L shape PCI-E power connectors?
rfarmer
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Sorry but the card will physically not fit in the case, refer to this image. Imgur: The most awesome images on the Internet
rfarmer
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Looks really, really good. Very nice job. What kind of temps you getting with the dual radiators?
Dante Bellin
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Hy Folks
Summer Project Done.
Ready for Winter Days. Ready for great Stories. Ready for 1080p/60fps
Highly Inspired by Bluehandstechs M1 Build. Thx for that.
NCase M1 ITX Small Form Factor
CPU - Skylake 6700K
GPU - Nvidia Geforce GTX 980Ti
RAM - 16GB HyperX Fury DDR4-2133
Samsung SSD 850 EVO M.2 128 GB
Samsung 850 EVO Basic 500GB
Corsair SF600
ASUS Z170I PRO GAMING
XBOX ONE Elite Controller
Custom Selfmade Watercooling Loop
- Alphacool Radiator
- Alphacool Adapters
- EKWB Radiator
- Monsoon Hardline Fittings
- EKWB Waterblocks
- Monsoon PETG 13/10 Tubes
- Watercool Heatkiller Pump/Res Combo
- 2x Silverstone 120mm Fans
- Noctua 92mm Fan
Summer Project Done.
Ready for Winter Days. Ready for great Stories. Ready for 1080p/60fps
Highly Inspired by Bluehandstechs M1 Build. Thx for that.
NCase M1 ITX Small Form Factor
CPU - Skylake 6700K
GPU - Nvidia Geforce GTX 980Ti
RAM - 16GB HyperX Fury DDR4-2133
Samsung SSD 850 EVO M.2 128 GB
Samsung 850 EVO Basic 500GB
Corsair SF600
ASUS Z170I PRO GAMING
XBOX ONE Elite Controller
Custom Selfmade Watercooling Loop
- Alphacool Radiator
- Alphacool Adapters
- EKWB Radiator
- Monsoon Hardline Fittings
- EKWB Waterblocks
- Monsoon PETG 13/10 Tubes
- Watercool Heatkiller Pump/Res Combo
- 2x Silverstone 120mm Fans
- Noctua 92mm Fan
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53C max on the CPU and 43C max on the GPU playing Overwatch for a couple of hours.
Chapeau
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Looks amazing! - Great photography too..
Can you post some temps up at some point?
Which Noctua fan is that?
Dante Bellin
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Thank you
Well the GPU is around 40-50 degrees more or less. The CPU is around 40-60. Sometimes the CPU hits 70, but I don't have any Idea why. I think its totally OK.
Its the Noctua NF-A9x14 PWM 92mm. I Just painted it black.
Well the GPU is around 40-50 degrees more or less. The CPU is around 40-60. Sometimes the CPU hits 70, but I don't have any Idea why. I think its totally OK.
Its the Noctua NF-A9x14 PWM 92mm. I Just painted it black.
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Hey guys. I'm brand new to this Forum.
I recently acquired the NCASE M1 V5 (Black) and I am currently watercooling it. This is the list of specs:
I have a question while I'm at it...
I use the Coolstream SE240 in the bottom. It BARLEY fits and I've heard people talking about it not being that good, especielly in SFF cases like the NCASE M1. Is it worth switching to an Alphacool rad instead? Also - I'm tempted to put a 92mm alphacool rad in the rear - how much real difference do you think it will make? (edit: with a small-medium OC)
/// Daniel
I recently acquired the NCASE M1 V5 (Black) and I am currently watercooling it. This is the list of specs:
- Intel Core i7 6700k
- Z170i Pro Gaming
- Nvidia MSi GTX 1080 (8gb DDR5X)
- 32GB HyperX DDR4 2133mhz
- Corsair SF600 (600W)
- 1tb Samsung EVO 750 SDD
- NCASE M1 (mITX)
- 2x Prolimatech Ultra Sleek Vortex 12
- Custom sleeved cables
- Noctua NF-A9x14 PWM
- Barrow fittings - Black
- EK EVO CPU Block nickel
- EK-FC1080 GTX - Nickel
- EKFC1080 GTX Backplate - Black
- EK-CoolStream SE 240 (Slim)
- Magicool DCP450
- PETG hardtube XSPC clear
- Mayhem Pastel UV green
- Flow Indicator, Drain Valve, Custom sidepanel mod
I have a question while I'm at it...
I use the Coolstream SE240 in the bottom. It BARLEY fits and I've heard people talking about it not being that good, especielly in SFF cases like the NCASE M1. Is it worth switching to an Alphacool rad instead? Also - I'm tempted to put a 92mm alphacool rad in the rear - how much real difference do you think it will make? (edit: with a small-medium OC)
/// Daniel
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Will the Dark Rock TF fit on an Asus Z170i Gaming motherboard? Not sure about GPU yet. Let me know!
rfarmer
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mcbirds switched to a Black Ice Nemesis GTS 240 Black and Chrome NCASE M1 says it is a much better radiator.
Chapeau
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I had the Coolstream in the bottom of mine - Not only does it not fit well, but the performance wasn't great. Switched to Black Ice Nemesis and the fit improved and temps dropped.
The Coolstream is a long and narrow radiator that interferes with the front I/O panel. The Black Ice is shorter so it fits without any issue ( Connections to front panel are all ok) and it's a little wider which fills the bottom of the case better.
I don't have any experience with the Alphacool sorry...
Do you have pics of your rig?
Chapeau
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What kind of pump/res combo is that?
rfarmer
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HEATKILLER® Tube 100 DDC Looks like one of those, they make either a D5 or a DDC version. He did a great job on mounting it, and the entire build.
Gandergray
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Good looking build. The silver fittings and black tubing look sharp. Your use of quick disconnect fittings is something that I've been contemplating. What's been your experience?
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People I need to know! Don't want to order a CPU cooler that wont fit on my mobo! Will the Dark Rock TF fit on an Asus Z170i Gaming motherboard? Not sure about GPU yet. Let me know!
I just made up my mind about the GPU I want and now I just need to determine the CPU cooler
I just made up my mind about the GPU I want and now I just need to determine the CPU cooler
People I need to know! Don't want to order a CPU cooler that wont fit on my mobo! Will the Dark Rock TF fit on an Asus Z170i Gaming motherboard? Not sure about GPU yet. Let me know!
I just made up my mind about the GPU I want and now I just need to determine the CPU cooler
Check the first post to find the compatibility list. It only fits one way and typically touches the first ram stick. The Noctua C14 is recommended over it for fitment purposes. (not the c14s). It'll 'work' though.
DrunkenMercenary
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Thanks man, I'll check right now!
Kattstrumpa
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Idle temps around 27-31, max load 71,69,75,69,72,67. Think gpu is too much for this what do you guys think of those temps?
hey man what radiator is that in the bottom? How well does it fit ?
Kattstrumpa
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So I use a Coolstream SE240 in the bottom of my build. I've seen a few builds with that rad but I'm worried about it not fitting with the GPU I/O panel touching it in the read. Anyone with proof that it works? (founders GTX 1080 with EK block and slim 15mm prolimatech fans)
Kattstrumpa
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Hey man. My build is looking very very similar to yours. A few questions. How did you paint your 92mm noctua fan? Just tape the fan blades and go wild? How good performance does a 92mm rad in the back give you compared to only a 240 in the bottom? looks dope af. ty
WhackingCheese
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The dark rock tf however allows for the hdd cage to be used and is quieter.
You'd have to look at the compatibility list in the user created spreadsheet, however I doubt that particular motherboard has been paired with it. If you can't find anything there find a top down picture of your motherboard and compare the CPU socket, ram and all of the other components position to a motherboard that has been shown to fit it and go from there. I did this and it worked flawlessly. I have a gigabyte Z97 n wifi, you can compare to that. Also don't use the the compatibiliy checker on be quiets own wesite, its often wrong. It said my motherboard wasnt compatible but it fit like a glove.People I need to know! Don't want to order a CPU cooler that wont fit on my mobo! Will the Dark Rock TF fit on an Asus Z170i Gaming motherboard? Not sure about GPU yet. Let me know!
I just made up my mind about the GPU I want and now I just need to determine the CPU cooler
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I'm in the assembly process of this rig... Drinking too much coffee and using vile language.
On my C14 Noctua HSF, I removed the 2 stock fans and replaced in the lower position with a 120mm Noctua, set up to blow the air thru the radiator and toward the side panel where my 2 Vardar 120mm fans are.
I'm confused as to the placement of the Corsair 600 PSU and bracket...
* I understand which side faces in what direction. But how does the PSU and bracket get connected to the case? Pictures please if you could, as well as explanation.
* And does the PSU/bracket get attached/installed before or after the MB?
* And wow, these stock PSU cables are very stiff and very much in the way...
* Components listed below....
EDIT...Removed MB, installed PSU+bracket, tonight will see if MB can now go in.
On my C14 Noctua HSF, I removed the 2 stock fans and replaced in the lower position with a 120mm Noctua, set up to blow the air thru the radiator and toward the side panel where my 2 Vardar 120mm fans are.
I'm confused as to the placement of the Corsair 600 PSU and bracket...
* I understand which side faces in what direction. But how does the PSU and bracket get connected to the case? Pictures please if you could, as well as explanation.
* And does the PSU/bracket get attached/installed before or after the MB?
* And wow, these stock PSU cables are very stiff and very much in the way...
* Components listed below....
EDIT...Removed MB, installed PSU+bracket, tonight will see if MB can now go in.
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DrunkenMercenary
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Just read in the spreadsheet that it wont work
too bad... Don't like the noctua fans...Mixed feelings really. They're expensive, somewhat bulky, have shitty QC (had two bad fittings out of the four I originally bought). They look great though, are convenient, making taking the rad out easy and make filling and draining the loop so much easier as well. If you've got $100 to blow give it a shot.
Alphacool st30 240. Fits great no issues.
drklu
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If you guys wanted some cheaper fittings that perform and look great check out Barrow fittings. I used them in my build and did not really notice a difference between them and bitspower besides the logo and the tubing was a bit easier to get on the fittings as well as the retention ring. Made assembly much easier. I used them on the gpu and res.
Dante Bellin
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Hey buddy, no I just took a spray can and sprayed a few times all over that fan... And it was good enough for me
To be honest, i have no idea of its performance compared to the 240 only.
But the whole build runs super nice and pretty quite. So i'm really happy about it.
Show me some pics of your build btw...
Cheers man.
Chapeau
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Yeah it works.... But you'll need to trim down the front connectors if you want to use that radiator. Honestly - having used that radiator and removed it later for the Hardware Labs Nemesis GTS, do yourself a favour and return it. Do a quick search or read back a few pages and you'll see others who have done the same.
Chapeau
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For mounting the PSU and bracket:
There are some on the side which I can't photograph for you... just follow the holes in the bracket.
The screws that you'll need...
This cable routing worked well for me even with the stock cables:
CPU power across the top and then down behind the mobo / next to mobo wedged between PSU and 24pin
Cables run behind mobo like this...
Run the 24pin across the front face of the PSU and stuff all the excess down into the bottom
Finally: I found it easiest to mount the mobo first. If you mount the PSU first, the foam panel that covers the rear inputs wants to push the mobo towards the PSU. If the PSU is in the way, it's much harder to screw everything down whilst putting side pressure against the foam.
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For mounting the PSU and bracket:
There are some on the side which I can't photograph for you... just follow the holes in the bracket.
The screws that you'll need...
This cable routing worked well for me even with the stock cables:
CPU power across the top and then down behind the mobo / next to mobo wedged between PSU and 24pin
Cables run behind mobo like this...
Run the 24pin across the front face of the PSU and stuff all the excess down into the bottom
Finally: I found it easiest to mount the mobo first. If you mount the PSU first, the foam panel that covers the rear inputs wants to push the mobo towards the PSU. If the PSU is in the way, it's much harder to screw everything down whilst putting side pressure against the foam.
Chapeau I probably have scanned or searched over it but since you have changed to a HW radiator what are your temps looking like under load? I saw you mentioned they dropped but didn't happen to see a number to go with it.
Chapeau
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Hard to say - Excitement got the better of me, so rather than spend time testing I went ahead and swapped out my radiator, installed taller case feet and immediately OC'ed my CPU and GPU.
Subjectively I say around 7-8 degrees.
What I noticed immediately however was the volume of air coming out of the bottom where before there was basically none. Secondary to that, I had to run the fans basically at full speed with the EK which meant the system was noisy as hell.
I'd say I get about the same airflow that was coming out of the EK at max with about 1100rpm with the HW radiator. (The fans run at 2100rpm max)