New Cosmos S install (More Pics + More Detail)

Hi all, a week ago I decided to get a bigger case. Ended up with a Cosmos S and I'm very happy with it. Here's some pics:

http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00451.jpg

http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00454.jpg

http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00459.jpg

http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00463.jpg

http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00464.jpg

http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00465.jpg

http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00466.jpg

Quick question. Does anyone know an easy way to join two wires so I can get this stupid extension cable out of my case? pref don't want to strip back mb cable and solder it!

http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00469.jpg

I think I will take out the spiderweb looking plastic behind mesh, so it is easier to see in. Or might just get some plexi and make a window.

http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00470.jpg


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Q6600 (@ 2.4) - Gigabyte 8800GTS 512 - Gigabyte P35 DS3 - 4GB Crucial 800 - WD 750GB HDDs in Raid 0 - Sony SATA DVD Burner x 2 - Cosmos S Case

Dtek Fuzion w/ promount & nozzle - Dtek Fuzion GPU - Swiftech MCP655 - HW Labs GTX 360 - Swiftech Mirco-Res - Noctua P12 x3 (on rad) - Tygon 3606 - Feser F1 Blue

What is that cable for?

Sorry. The cable comes with the cosmos case. It connects into the 24pin mb cable and then plugs into the socket on the mb. Three wires, a 12v, ground and a purple wire run off of it to top of case. I'm pretty sure it powers the touch sensitive button.

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Originally Posted by F9292

Sorry. The cable comes with the cosmos case. It connects into the 24pin mb cable and then plugs into the socket on the mb. Three wires, a 12v, ground and a purple wire run off of it to top of case. I'm pretty sure it powers the touch sensitive button.

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OK, thanks.

Psu?

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Originally Posted by djstudio

Psu?

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Antec 550

Nice build F9292. I just got my Cosmos S in last week, and took it out of the sack this weekend to give it a gander. Can you post some better lighted pics of your mobo and how you ran your wiring on the back? Also, I was interested in how loud yours is. I have a Stacker 830 that is so loud I can't use my speaker phone. It is also interesting to see your placement of the micro-res. I have an EK-250 Res sitting and from your pics looks like enough room to mount to the mobo base. Also, did you have any issues when running the cabling?

I was also noticing your decision to mount the pump on that bottom 120 fan opening. I was looking at mine and trying to decide what to do. Was there any reason you chose there as opposed to in the drive bay areas? Just wondering if you had anything I needed to look out for prior to finishing up this build.

My fav Cosmos S build:
http://www.smoothcreations.com/pilot.asp?pg=raptor_full

god thats a sexy case! does anyone know if a swiftech 360 rad fit up top without modifying anything? so can't wait to get one..

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god thats a sexy case! does anyone know if a swiftech 360 rad fit up top without modifying anything? so can't wait to get one..

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Quote from : http://www.overclock3d.net/reviews.p...osmos_s_case/3

The technical answer to this question is that it will work with all radiators that have a ~15mm space between each of the fan mounting points. Of course this doesn't really mean much to most of us, so with the help of Rob from WaterCoolingUK, we've come up with the following list.

Compatible:
HWLabs BlackIce GT Stealth III
HWLabs BlackIce GT Xtreme III
HWLabs BlackIce Pro III
HWLabs BlackIce GT
Watercool HTSF 360
XSPC RS360
XSPC R120-T
Aquacomputer Airplex Evo
Aquacomputer Airplex Pro
Alphacool NexXxoS Pro III
Magicool Aluminium 360
Magicool Xtreme 360 Radiator
Magicool Slim 360 Radiator

Not Compatible:
Thermochill PA120.3
Swiftech MCR320 QP 360

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Originally Posted by clock_ed

Quote from : http://www.overclock3d.net/reviews.p...osmos_s_case/3

The technical answer to this question is that it will work with all radiators that have a ~15mm space between each of the fan mounting points. Of course this doesn't really mean much to most of us, so with the help of Rob from WaterCoolingUK, we've come up with the following list.

Compatible:
HWLabs BlackIce GT Stealth III
HWLabs BlackIce GT Xtreme III
HWLabs BlackIce Pro III
HWLabs BlackIce GT
Watercool HTSF 360
XSPC RS360
XSPC R120-T
Aquacomputer Airplex Evo
Aquacomputer Airplex Pro
Alphacool NexXxoS Pro III
Magicool Aluminium 360
Magicool Xtreme 360 Radiator
Magicool Slim 360 Radiator

Not Compatible:
Thermochill PA120.3
Swiftech MCR320 QP 360

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A little modding can fix that ;)

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Originally Posted by DarthBeavis

A little modding can fix that ;)

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There's nothing a little modding cant fix :yepp:

Hi all. Thanks for replys. I really do love that case! The only real mod I made was to cut the top fan grill off. It was sitting right against the fans and producing some noise. It is a really quiet case, probably because I don't run that big ass side fan!

Here are some more detailed pics.

As you can see here, I cut the plastic grill off with side cutters. (Prob get my dremel onto it soon.
http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00474.jpg

Swiftech Mirco Res Mounted on side with velcro. Looks good through window.
http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00477.jpg

The pump I mounted onto the floor where there should be a fan. Did this because I'm not obsessed with having 1000 fans in my case. Also easy to remove.
http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00478.jpg

All the cables go really neatly through the precut holes.
http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00479.jpg

Anyone got a fix for this stupid cable yet?
http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00480.jpg

http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00481.jpg

These plastic zip tie things are great. Case comes with about 8 of them. Stick em where you want!
http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00482.jpg

Thanks for all the extra pics. Looks very nice :up:

Thanks

Where did you get the plastic zip tie thingies?

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Originally Posted by [XC] NetburstXE

Where did you get the plastic zip tie thingies?

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Came with the case. Worth the AUD$280 just for them. They are sick!

Nice build. Looks great :up:

http://infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00477.jpg
I am going to run you through NCIC (Federal crime information system) to see if you are wanted since I have your fingerprint now ;)

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I am going to run you through NCIC (Federal crime information system) to see if you are wanted since I have your fingerprint now ;)

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LOL. I'm wanted

You could use these little guys to splice in that stupid cable. You can find them at any automotive store or department.

Sorry for the crappy link. I was having a hard time finding them on 3M's site.

http://www.tessco.com/products/displ...08&eventPage=1

Nice build but zip ties, worm drives, and clamps FTL!!! choose the right tubing and fittings and you do not need all that jibber jabber

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Nice build but zip ties, worm drives, and clamps FTL!!! choose the right tubing and fittings and you do not need all that jibber jabber

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They are the right size. Tubing isn't 1/2 inch, only 7/16, Very tight fit.
zip ties dont look as nasty as wormdrives. Better to be safe than sorry!

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They are the right size. Tubing isn't 1/2 inch, only 7/16, Very tight fit.
zip ties dont look as nasty as wormdrives. Better to be safe than sorry!

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3/8 Tygon on 1/2 Fat boys = no clamps (in second pic . . in first pic I think it is 3/8 on 3/8)
3/8 Tygon on 3/8 Bitspower compression fittings = no clamps

I am not saying to not use them in your situation I am just giving advice for others to consider.
http://img509.imageshack.us/img509/4025/dd3tt7.th.jpg
http://img296.imageshack.us/img296/7...0339ok9.th.jpg

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Originally Posted by clock_ed

Quote from : http://www.overclock3d.net/reviews.p...osmos_s_case/3

The technical answer to this question is that it will work with all radiators that have a ~15mm space between each of the fan mounting points. Of course this doesn't really mean much to most of us, so with the help of Rob from WaterCoolingUK, we've come up with the following list.

Compatible:
HWLabs BlackIce GT Stealth III
HWLabs BlackIce GT Xtreme III
HWLabs BlackIce Pro III
HWLabs BlackIce GT
Watercool HTSF 360
XSPC RS360
XSPC R120-T
Aquacomputer Airplex Evo
Aquacomputer Airplex Pro
Alphacool NexXxoS Pro III
Magicool Aluminium 360
Magicool Xtreme 360 Radiator
Magicool Slim 360 Radiator

Not Compatible:
Thermochill PA120.3
Swiftech MCR320 QP 360

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I was wondering this fit as well. I just got a Cosmos S and a MCR320 and it fits - I dont have pics yet but I will - also SSwilson I think at Hardware Canucks got a Swifty rad in the top just fine without a problem - apparently coolermaster did a small adjustment to allow the Swifty to fit after initial release - so it actually is only the PA that wont fit due to its unique fan spacing

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I was wondering this fit as well. I just got a Cosmos S and a MCR320 and it fits - I dont have pics yet but I will - also SSwilson I think at Hardware Canucks got a Swifty rad in the top just fine without a problem - apparently coolermaster did a small adjustment to allow the Swifty to fit after initial release - so it actually is only the PA that wont fit due to its unique fan spacing

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I can second that about the MCR320 fitting in the case. I had a PA 120.3 I was going to put in, saw the posts saying it would not fit, and wound up ordering a MCR320. (Boy, was I ever chagrined to see I pulled a brainfreeze and ordered the only other rad on the list! lol) But after it came in, just for grins I held it up and looked at the spacing and it seemed pretty darn close. Sure enough, it fit like a glove.

Thanks for posting the extra pics on the build, btw. Much appreciated.

was going to get the cosmos -s this weekend but i seen it in person around here.im not grabbing it on the fact the radiater is suking up all the hot air inside the case and passing threw it...nice looking case tho.

this is why i built my watercooling area totally seperate from pc heat
http://www.xtremesystems.org/forums/...d.php?t=186799

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was going to get the cosmos -s this weekend but i seen it in person around here.im not grabbing it on the fact the radiater is suking up all the hot air inside the case and passing threw it...nice looking case tho.

this is why i built my watercooling area totally seperate from pc heat
http://www.xtremesystems.org/forums/...d.php?t=186799

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I have put my fans as push, not pull, for that exact reason. Cold air through the top. Going to swap soon, and see if it makes much difference.

I'll be the third person to mention that the MCR320 does fit in the Cosmos S. I don't have the case but I did a test fitting.

What kind of scews did you use to mount the radiator? The ones that came with my Black Ice GTX seem to be too short...

wow, somebody else has done a cosmos s watercooling system. BTW the thermochills fit but I think the problem is just the gap between screws. I have fitted 5x120mm rad units HWL GTX360 rev2 in my cosmos s. I had to get a little physical with a 120 rad but if I had thought it through I think i would have got away with just drilling holes.

Nice case :D

I love this case :D

this is my cmos

(i know the time and date is not set up on the camera before you start :D )


http://www.wright-gaming.com/1w.jpghttp://www.wright-gaming.com/2w.jpghttp://wright-gaming.com/pcimages/1.jpg


http://www.wright-gaming.com/pcimages/image005.jpghttp://www.wright-gaming.com/pcimages/image020.jpg
http://www.wright-gaming.com/pcimages/24.jpghttp://www.wright-gaming.com/pcimages/28.jpg

more pics here

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I like it... Even though I am about to join the MM Fan Boy Club, the Cosmos S, TJ-07, and LianLi V2000/2110/PC-343B are fu****g sweeeeeet.....
BTW what is that little handheld unit on top of your case? Looks like some sort of handheld gaming unit?

:idea: Maybe I can integrate one of my many modded PSP's into my upcoming build :idea:

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Its just my PDA TyTN II


tried to oc it but no luck :ROTF:

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What kind of scews did you use to mount the radiator? The ones that came with my Black Ice GTX seem to be too short...

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I went down to my local bunnings and bought some that were same thread just longer. Then used my dremmel to cut to length. I will post some more pics soon, as I have done a couple of more mods!

Hi all again. Just thought I would post some more pics. I have now removed the mesh layer in between the fans and rad, as it was generating a bit of noise. I have also added a thin layer of foam around fans and rad to make sure there is nowhere for air to escape. I have also put the fans the other way around. I have noticed a temp drop and now idling at 28c.

http://www.infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00496.JPG

http://www.infin8ycomputers.com.au/images/DSC00497.JPG

I don't think blowing hot air into your case is a good idea just put them on pull instead. the heat inside your case should be minimal since its really only the motherboard components producing the heat in the case with good airflow the temp change will be minimal. Put them on pull and turn on your the huge fan on the side. I don't think your motherboard is very happy receiving hot air to cool the North/southbridge and mosfets.

Cue, look at his fans... it is pulling warm air from your case out thru the rad and out the top...

Beautiful :up:

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Cue, look at his fans... it is pulling warm air from your case out thru the rad and out the top...

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Oh I think s/he must have changed them, I read that s/he had his fans on push, pushing the hot air from the rad into the case. Nevermind.