Has anyone used any blocks to cool the NB/SB and mosfets? Do the 780i blocks fit?
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Has anyone used any blocks to cool the NB/SB and mosfets? Do the 780i blocks fit?
I have the blocks have not installed them but from what JakUp EVGA rep said.. it uses same heat sink mounting.. so it would fit .. sb and nb.. but he said mosfet is different but when i lined up EK 680i mosfet part 1 it seem like itll fit but thats just eyeballin it
so basiclly it won't fit?Quote:
Originally Posted by InfamousChu
Mosfets wont but NB and SB will work
correct! ill test it soon.. just gotta order a couple more things.. and ill start my build.. been a while but had to gather up some funds! hope i get this promotion!Quote:
Originally Posted by Cpt.Planet
thanks for the input peeps, let me know when your build is up and running please InfamousChu
Anyone managed to get a Mosfet block to fit this board yet?
Already got the EK-NB 780i and EK-NB/SB 6 blocks for the board........just need a block for the Mosfet! :(
Are there any known mosfet heatsinks for 750i yet? The guy with post #27 in this thread says an HR-09 Type 3 would fit, but he doesn't back it up with anything.
ENZOTECH has just released a few mosfet heatsinks, one of them fits the 680i board and also works for all 780i reference boards on the I/O Chip side!
http://www.enzotechnology.com/mst-780i.htm
Anyone know if this will fit on the 750i mosfet?....I haven’t had my board delivered yet so I can't check the size...... :(
Yea I saw that at Petra's the other day, it looks sexy!!Quote:
Originally Posted by Marquis
And I bet you could easily mod it to fit the 750i if the holes are a little off. :up:
Can any of you guys who actually have a 750i board measure the length of the mosfets, and the distance between the two mounting holes?
That's what I was thinking :idea: ........ but maybe mod an EK-Mosfet 680i instead :up:Quote:
Originally Posted by smee
Is this board any kind of alternative if one can't get the 790i stable (even at stock) but really wants SLI?
From what I've heard, its the best alternative.Quote:
Originally Posted by Xello
Any of you with this board finished setting it up yet? I just got mine and i'm running into some trouble cooling the mosfets and SB. For the mosfets I just hacked up the stock heatsink and i'm using that, for the SB i had to hack up a little evercool HS and remove the fan. Would like to see what others have come up with.
Bump
Finally got my 750 FTW motherboard today, time to check a few blocks....:shrug:
I had read that the EK-NF4 rev1.1 and the EK-NB/SB 6 would fit the board....lets find out.... :bounces:
First up was the EK-NF4 rev1.1 with an 8800 ultra with a EK-FC8800 GTX block fitted .....
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...F4rev11_02.jpg
There is no way to get normal barbs on the EK-NF4 rev1.1 as the block is too near the GFX block :down:
It might have been possible if there wasn’t a component on the motherboard blocking it! :hammer:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...F4rev11_01.jpg
Well the EK-NF4 rev1.1 seems to be a no go with normal barbs, lets try the EK-NB/SB 6...........:shrug:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...-SB_6_01-1.jpg
The EK-NB/SB 6 sits directly under the GFX card......a big fat NO :down:
Looks like I may have to forget about water cooling the chip and going for one of these instead :shakes:
http://www.chilledpc.co.uk/shop/prod...roducts_id=490
:cussing: :censored: :cussing: :censored: :cussing: :censored:
Quote:
Originally Posted by Marquis
hmm drop me a pm on chilled pc - might be able to make a nice new custom top for one of those blocks :cool:
Well I am about to order one of these boards as well. I am just waiting to here what blocks (If any), will fit the NB/SB/ Mosfets.Quote:
Originally Posted by welshtom
If your making some tops, I am interested.
Thanks for the feedback Marquis. I was interested to see if you could WC the SB, I didn't think you could. What have you decided for the mosfets?
Nice Marquis you finally got your board. How long was it? :). Anyhow good luck with your chipsets, that's definitely terrible that it sits under the cards like that.
[I can't see how you would be able to make just a custom top, the motherboard component is blocking the base :shakes:.....but I'm no block expertQuote:
Originally Posted by welshtom
Not sure yet, I wondering if the EK 680i mosfet might just touch the second row of mosfet chips? :shrug:Quote:
Originally Posted by Baleful
It finally arrived yesterday, I won it at the beginning of April...... :hehe:Quote:
Originally Posted by Pellepel
Well I tried the EK-NB 780 on the board to day, the bolts appear to line up ok and the block slide on fairly easy........:eh:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...-NB780i_01.jpg
However....................:upset:
There are 4 nuts that hold the bolts to the motherboard, 2 are stopping the block getting full contact with the 2 chips!
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...-NB780i_02.jpg
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...-NB780i_03.jpg
The only way I'm going to get full contact with the chips is to leave the nuts off, find thinner nuts or mod the block...... :cussing: :censored: :cussing: :censored: :cussing: :censored:
Now I know why its got the acronym FTW.....
FOR THE WORK!
:rofl: :ROTF: :lol:
How much can you take off the block? Doesn't look like all that much. Just notch it out a tad.
However I do not think leaving those nuts off would be a problem. I think they are just there to help you when you are installing the block. The pressure from the block is still being applies to the back of the board, not to that top nut.
Just my :2cents:
Damnit. I didn't notice this on mine till you mentioned it, and I just finished bleeding the system! Looks like i'll be breaking that loop back down to notch this out. I tell yah what, this is the 3rd EK block i've had in 2 weeks with mounting issues. What's Eddy doing over there?
THANKS FOR THE P[ICS AND THE INFO, I WAS THINKING THE SAME THING FOR MY 750i.
I want to go water with all my boards, except the blackops, I will keep the heatpipes but watercool the
northbridge tub/heatsink///
regards
steve
Yea I agree from the pics it does look like you could grind it off a little but its up to Marquis :up:Quote:
Originally Posted by Stealth42o
I would just leave the nuts off as they serve no purpose once the block is mounted.
Just mounted the block. I left out the two nuts that were in the way and it's mounted perfect. Are the 780i's having the same problem? Is this problem QC from EK?Quote:
Originally Posted by dengyong
I have mostly the same WC setup as many of you here and will be putting this together today.
EVGA 750i FTW.
EK 780i NB block - I will be mounting without the problematic nuts shown.
Enzotech universal chipset HSF for SB
EK 680i mosfet block.
Everything looks good except for the mosfet block.
Ill be tinkering today and seeing if it fits as is, or if it needs to be modded at all......
Should have this all completed with the rig running before the end of the weekend unless I hit a snag that requires ordering something....
DAMNIT, and i just ordered a 750i FTW with that EK NB Block
Let us know how it goes Dawgdoc, I'd like to know how the EK 680i mosfet fits! :up:
I fitted the EK 780i NB block the easy way today, I left the 2 nuts off! :wasntme:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...-NB780i_04.jpg
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...-NB780i_05.jpg
Got a much better fit and the block is solid.:up:
I also fitted a D-Tek Fuzion V2 today, no problems here....... :toast: :worship:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._Fuz_NB_01.jpg
Now it's just the damn SB block that needs sorting and the Mosfet......lets see how Dawgdoc gets on :stick:
Lookin good!Quote:
Originally Posted by Marquis
My SB is an aircooled HSF in case I was not clear. My loop is allready at the maximum resistance I want to apply and hell.....its only the southbridge :P
Using this Enzotech low profile chipet HSF although I bought it from PPC.
Just saw this on the EK site! :up: :slobber:
http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/images/790i-SB-Plexi.jpg
http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/produc...cts_id=277{2}5
Quote: "Special water block for SB of 680i, 750i, 780i, 790i mother boards. With this block you can use double slot cooler graphic cards."
Looks like Eddy to the rescue! :bows: :bows: :bows:
Hi guys, the SB-VGA-790i block will work perfectly for this card.
Only this "thing" might be on the way so you might to dremel off a tiny part of the copper base.
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...F4rev11_01.jpg
Blocks installation:
http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/images/SB-VGA-790i.jpg
so what are you guys using to cool the mosfets if you dont want watercool them Will one of the h/s from viperjohn for the 780i work..
Jeez i cant believe how good Iam at thread killing in this forum...
Heya guys :)
Pics to follow but for now.
1. EK 680i mosfet block fits PERFECTLY on the EVGA 750i FTW
2. EK 780i northbridge/chipset block also fits perfectly so long as you remove the nuts mentioned above.
Ill post pics tomorrow. Build is 99% complete just need to tidy up some wires still and work out a fan controller issue.
Here are some shots of the EK 680i mosfet waterblock and how it fits.....or not :rofl:
Please note that some of the shots are blurred due to my camera being an arse! :horse:
I tried fitting the block the normal way first, but as you can see below a row of mosfet chips are exposed! :down:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._mosfet_01.jpg
I next tried turning the block and got better results...sort of :hitself:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._mosfet_r2.jpg
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._mosfet_r1.jpg
The block just touched the mosfet chips when turned (not enough to be effective) :shakes:
The acrylic top touches a few capacitors this way, though with a thermal pad it might have been ok!
For the best fit with this block it need to be tight up agaist the R47's, however that results in no holes matching up!!! :down:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...sfet_best1.jpg
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...sfet_best2.jpg
So I need to find a way to fit the block, but how? :shrug:
I could drill a hole through the block and get one fixture, make a mounting plate or maybe place a thin copper plate across the mosfet chips first and then fit the block on top of the copper plate? :hammer:
The easiest way to attach the block would be with thermal tap, but would it be strong enough to hold it on...maybe place a thermal pad between thermal tape? :shrug: :hehe: :ROTF: :rofl:
Onwards and Upwards! :p:
After reading that I ordered the block... :mad:Quote:
Originally Posted by Dawgdoc
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dawgdoc
So did I! :slapass: :cord:Quote:
Originally Posted by Stealth42o
Oh outstanding I was not the only one. I should have waited, oh well. Will make a nice paper weight! :up:Quote:
Originally Posted by Marquis
Had the new SB-VGA-790i delivered today :slobber: let's hope it fits! :shrug:
The block will fit two ways, although as you'll see below..... only one way will work ok.... :confused:
The block clears the component that was blocking the EK-NF4 rev1.1 ok :cool:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._vga790_03.jpg
However having the block with the barbs between the Gfx slots is not possible with EK/D-Tek barbs, one of them touches the waterblock on the GFX card (8800 Ultra) :down:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._vga790_08.jpg
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._vga790_07.jpg
Lets hope it fit's the other way better.....:shrug:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._vga790_09.jpg
Having the block this way does give a better fit, however it is very tight to the GFX card and large 1/2" compression/ fat/wide boy barbs will probably not fit......:down:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._vga790_05.jpg
With 1/2" D-Tek barbs there seems to be enough space for 7/16" hose :up:, maybe 1/2" (3/4" OD) hose :shrug:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._vga790_06.jpg
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._vga790_04.jpg
I wouldn't want to use Steel Worm Drive clip on these barbs, shorting on the GFX card would be a sure thing! :smoke:
So this seems to be the best way to use the block on this board, all I need now is to sort out the Mosfet block? :shakes:
I decided to try placing a 3mm copper plate between the Mosfet block and the Mosfet chips. :yepp:
The copper plate was cut wider than the mosfet block so that it would cover all the mosfet chips. :up:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...r_sheet_01.jpg
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...r_sheet_02.jpg
I used thermal tape to attach the copper plate to the mosfet block.
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._mosfet_01.jpg
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._mosfet_02.jpg
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k..._mosfet_03.jpg
The block and copper plate fitted fine :up: The only problem now is that I need to get some longer screw to attach the block with. :doh:
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/k...lblocks_01.jpg
N1 Marquis. I have a bunch of copper plates floating around. Guess i will try it out.
Block does make a nice paper weight though :D
Still waiting on my 790 block. Ordered it from EK a few weeks ago. Still not here. :mad:
Doh....sorry fellas if anyone purchased a waterblock that doesnt fit based on my saying it did :(
I had this discussion with someone on the EVGA forums as well.
On my board the outside half of the 2nd row of fets was uncovered by the stock heatsink/heatpipe just as the pictures of the 680i block show, so I considered that to be normal.
I compared back to back the 680i mosfet block and the mosfet heatsink portion of my heatpipe and it matched 100% perfectly.
The only thing I can think of is that I purchased this board the very first day it was released. Perhaps there was some issue with early released boards and the heatpipe?
I dont know. Sorry if anyone purchased a block based on my information and is unhappy.
Still haven't done mine yet <sigh> Marquis, your board looks good with it's clothes on :) Wouldn't it be better to put some thermal compound between the plate and mosfet cooler and have the screws just clamp them together than introducing thermal pads?
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Originally Posted by RADCOM
I had planed on just using thermal paste but the copper plate added extra height to the mosfet block and needed longer screws ....which made the block a bit wobbly...... :nuts:
The thermal tape helped make the plate copper plate hold on to the mosfet block better......and reduce wobble! :wiggle:
So was there ever a mosfet block release for the 750i ftw that actually worked perfectly out of the box?
Nope. EK did just come out with a few new blocks to fit the 780/790. Those might fit, I'm not going to try it though. Fooled once... ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Bojamijams
Hah.. fair enough :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Stealth42o
Re the SB cooler, couldn't you use the worm clips with some of that insulating/isolating sponge that normally protects the surround chips on the nortbridge? Or how about some shrinkwrap? I don't know what to use on mine as I don't like using unclamped tubing:shrug:
Could I just cool the SB passively to evade those problems (I've got this little bugger still around to glue on)? Also, does any of you know if there is a heatsink available for the mosfets by now? I really would like to wc the NB only if possible... :shrug:
Any updates on this board guys?
Subscribing so i can keep an eye on this. I have a 750i ftw that i'd like to watercool, but cant seem to find a mosfet/sb cooler either.
You have the old version. EK Fixed this by sanding down the corners. Email EK and ask for a RMA.Quote:
Originally Posted by Marquis
Once i get home i'll take some pic's EK Fixed that issue, however, you can fix it also if you dont want to wait. Just DONT USE that nut.
Guys i even have the ENZO Mosfet so i'll take a picture of that for you guys as well.
thanks naekuh, u have this board by chance? I haven't seen anyone fit this board with any kind of aftermarket MOSFET cooling(without throwing the 680i block on a copper plate ). I also wana make sure that enzo is gonna fit the sb
i have the 780i.Quote:
Originally Posted by Baleful
i was telling the other dude, i would show him how EK revised it. :rofl:
I have no idea on the 750FTW. Honestly, i think my 780i is cherry, because i really dont like nvidia. :shakes:
I can guarentee the regular enzo sb, not the waterblock, but the AIR block will fit. Thats the only option i have right now as my 9800GX2 on that system covers almost the entire area.
Once again when i get home i'll post pics.
Enzo mosfet cooler:
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p...a/IMG_0033.jpg
Enzo SB:
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p...a/IMG_0036.jpg
Thanks for the pic NaeKuh, the only thing i'm worried about is that "thing" that Eddie pointed out, will it clear that?
i u usually tell people not to watercool the SB, however on nvidia i make an exception.Quote:
Originally Posted by Baleful
The stupid Nvidia chipsets are rediculously hot.
The mosfets run at 38C. Sometimes higher depending on ambients. The entire board puts out more heat then a quadcore overclocked.
However i cant find a SB block that will work. My only hope and wish in bitspower, however my patience with them is almost out, and i might ditch this project all together and start reworking Eva-Chan.
Thats my Neha, i7 965 rig btw.
And yes im still ahead 6 months then you guys are. :rofl:
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p...a/nehaneha.jpg
:wasntme:
This is all i can tease you guys with, so sorry, and no i cant give ya guys more without getting a good ranting from my sponsor.
Yeah these boards are crazy hot, and this will be the last time I use an Nvidia chipset. They are such a crapshoot. The board I have is absolute crap, I'm thinking about RMAing it, only problem is I chopped up the stock cooling for the mosfets lol. I've tryed every combo I could think of with my Q6700, but I can't get ANYTHING stable above 350 FSB. I guess it could be the CPU, but I've even tryed low multi's with FSB 360+ and it never gets stable. 450x8 is the only thing i've found that will boot into windows, but locks up during linpack every time. Voltage dosn't matter, i've tryed every combo. Anyways, enough ranting about my more than crappy, crap hardware, I can't wait to get some updates on Eva-Chan.
stop lying, i rendered that for you yesterday.. :p:Quote:
Originally Posted by NaeKuh
Big friggin ditto! My monitor ended up dying while I was trying to get a Q6600 from a good batch to stabilze at 3.6ghz (400FSB) and no way in hell was it possible no matter what extreme voltage I fed into EVERYTHING. When the monitor died I thought it was the board frying and I was actually kinda happy cause then I planned to switch to a x38/x48 and just do crossfire. But since its the monitor, I'll rough it out for a bit longer.Quote:
Originally Posted by Baleful
But man.. yeah.. done with EVERYTHING nvidia. But chipsets especially.
Got Q6600 3.6ghz here, but it wasn't easy *shrugs*
4.2 stable under Vista, 4.5 stable under XP on an E8500
Now if I can figure out:
Stop: 0x00000124 (0x0000000000000000 0xFFFFFA80099A8030 0x00000000B2000040 0x0000000000000800)
I will be a happy 750i owner.
i wont complain about the 780i and overclocking.
As you guys can see, ive pulled a fsb of 470 stable on a quadcore without the need for suicide voltages.
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p...IMPOSSIBLE.jpg
And she currently holds a quadcore under load @ these settings:
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p...orla/2hour.jpg
Nice :up:Quote:
Originally Posted by NaeKuh
My next chip will be quad, it's time to take the leap.
Looking good NaeKuh. Well my 350FSB decided it didn't want to be stable any more. Last week it passed 40 rounds of linpack using 2.5Gb of memory..... now it just locks on the first round... bluescreens.... yay....
Down to 333 FSB now... wonder if it'll hold.
That is impressive Naekuh, but I be more impressed if its not QX.Quote:
Originally Posted by NaeKuh
that chip is not a QX. :rofl:Quote:
Originally Posted by Pellepel
its freya, a Q9650.
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p...rla/470fsb.jpg
Sakura is the QX. :up:
i have all platforms of the 9650 series, from the QX -> Q -> X3370 :up:
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p...a/IMG_1144.jpg
isnt it pretty? :rofl:
Also why im labeled as scary when it comes to hardware on this forum. :rofl:
I thought there was only QX 3.0Ghz verson :shakes: but :up: