Shazza's Modest Mountain Mods Build

Thanks again for the kind words, all. And yes ... the Grandkids are visiting in a couple of weeks, so I think they'll like it. My other in-house critic is not a big fan of the red loop.


So - questions re the Aquaero: Disclaimer Here - I AM NOT the expert. I've wanted an LCD display for a couple of years, and couldn't even figure out which one to order. Finally bit the bullet on the Aquaero, and you know I had issues with the LCD (user-induced, I believe). That lead to more research and I picked up the Crystalfontz 634 4-line display. I now have it hooked up in the front bay, and the Aquaero is behind it. The Aquaero is controlling fans and monitoring temps. The CF is reading info from Everest, using the CF2 software. All this is not exactly straightforward, but is not rocket science as I figured it out in an evening. I have effectively turned my Aquaero into the LT version - monitoring and control but no direct display or ability to control from the buttons on the front. That's okay for what I want.

Do I have a pic of the Display in the case? Well, sort of. Apologies - just not possible to get front case detail and show the display without setting up extra lights - will try that tomorrow. For now, here's the best I can do:


http://shazza53.smugmug.com/photos/4...46_WHp2J-M.jpg
(the little smudgies around the characters are an artifact from uploading/compression - not there in RL)


A few more details:


My CPU Loop Drain (darn Macro lens shows every spec of dust)...
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/photos/4...49_pNuGt-M.jpg



NB/Mosfet Loop: I call this one the "boy" drain:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/photos/4...27_KrjWS-M.jpg



NOW, I think it's time to
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/photos/4...71_cnujQ-M.jpg

I vote for a sticky! ;)

These are really some of the best pictures I've seen on XS, and a great representation of what a build log should be like. Great work Shazza!

Can the Aquaero run 9 s-flex f fans? Also is there any place in the USA that has any of the regular non-lt versions in stock?:cool:

Excellent as always Shazza, a true beauty to behold. :clap: :clap:

Shazza your bp pron makes me jealous !
I'll try to the top that in the next few months!

Outstanding photos Shazza! I have got to get a macro lens.

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Originally Posted by BringerOdeath

Can the Aquaero run 9 s-flex f fans? >snip<

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Yes, 3 per channel easily. At 0.2A per fan technically you can run 4 SFF-F fans (9.6 W total) per channel

Shaz where did you get that display from it's awesome!

I already have an idea to incorporate it into my build.

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Originally Posted by dreamaxx

Shaz where did you get that display from it's awesome!

I already have an idea to incorporate it into my build.

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Sorry for jumping in Shazza. This is the company that makes them.

http://www.crystalfontz.com/

Thanks, fox3 and SiGfever, for answering the questions. I'm glad to have sparked some interest with the new toys - things like the Aquaero and LCD are old hat to the pros here, but for some of us it's still all about learning what might work. I'm currently running 10 fans on the Aquaero - 2 sets of 3, and 2 sets of 2. The regular Aquaero has 4 inputs for fans, but as fox3 said, no problem chaining some together if you don't go over 10W per channel.

Appreciate the nice comments on the photos - you can tell my preference is Macro work, as I am struggling mightily to get decent full case shots (which is what I should be working on right now).

And, Kirk, glad you like the work log, but I fear it has at times been more of a blathering blog :p:. I sure never intended for this project to get this complicated, but my hardware failures have lead to new learnings and a chance to try out other ideas, so it's a never ending journey.

those photos are just amazing:cool:

and now I know where you got the cool shades of green:D
http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/h.../beerloopp.jpg

Good one, TedShred. I bet the Feser 1 tastes better than that beer!


OK, just sharing my frustrations. If anyone has any hints on how to get a decent pic of the front of this silly cube with the LEDs and LCD on, please do tell me.




WIP ... test shots:


http://shazza53.smugmug.com/photos/4...76_gm5TG-M.jpg




View A:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/photos/4...57_ZNyrp-M.jpg




View B:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/photos/4...78_WsLxY-M.jpg




My best work of the day:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/photos/4...89_GTHHi-M.jpg




aqrrrggghhhhh...

Wow, Sharon, so clean and pretty!!! :clap:

Thanks, headala.

I know I'm testing the patience of those of you waiting for the final shots. But, just wanted to share a couple other shots. There are some pics more suited to PS special effects than others:



This just made me laugh ... out loud. I've never seen this effect before:
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/photos/4...34_UVt2h-L.jpg




And, this one had that Las Vegas look. I'll spare you the rest. And yes, I am getting back to real work now.
http://shazza53.smugmug.com/photos/4...90_SmgV6-L.jpg

Nice new pics...... and the lcd looks great. :clap:

I was wondering what lighting your using for you case?

Right now, I've got 2 x 15" white CCFLs in the top. Not getting any light on the video cards, so have to sort that out. I hate CCFLs, but not sure the LED strips would do the job. Not a huge fan of UV, but may throw some in there just to see what it looks like.

hey shazza do those white cathodes give UV ?
I want to make sure i have some non UV cathodes so it doesnt change the color of the tubing/additive
is there such a thing?
hope you fix it:up:

Las Vegas? Looks more like Andy Warhol type to me.:D

FYI, once my builds done, im kidnapping you for your photo skills:eek:


so ill see you in a few months:rofl::(

Damn Shazza that build is soooo hot that the casing is melting. :ROTF: :up:

awesome photos as usual shazza! great work!

Thx, guys, Now I just have to find a place in the USA that carries the aquaero full version, non-lt...I may have to use the sunbeam extreme until I can find one.....Shazza, awesome layout! Barely any wiring showing!!

Shazza this is TFC tubing +feser additive ?

I would like to know how much feser dye you used to get those dark shades of red and blue
the green looks awesome!

are your side panels those large windows?

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Originally Posted by BringerOdeath

Thx, guys, Now I just have to find a place in the USA that carries the aquaero full version, non-lt...I may have to use the sunbeam extreme until I can find one.....Shazza, awesome layout! Barely any wiring showing!!

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PM sent and Shazza, check yours too!