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02-02-2009, 12:50 PM
BrokeDown

Broke i7

5/12/09 - update, pg. 3
5/18/09 - update, pg. 3

...and this is how it starts. Should have a few more things this week. Case and second GPU/waterblock are next, then PSU, fittings, tubing. Also, going to try and run stacked radiators with YL medium fans on both sides with a shroud in the middle. Haven't decided on the radiators though, but hoping for the Feaser 480 stacked with something else.

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2403.jpg

Foxconn Bloodrage (ordered)
Corsair 6GB Dominator 1600 (ordered)
Corsair HX1000w PSU
BFG/EVGA 260 GTX SLI
Silverstone TJ07 (with MM inspiration)

Not sure what I'm going to do with this one though:

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2344.jpg
02-02-2009, 12:53 PM
anubis_is_evil

loved to see another lianli project again :up:
02-02-2009, 12:55 PM
SNiiPE_DoGG

nice case, I have always loved the form factor of the v1200 :up:
02-02-2009, 12:59 PM
BrokeDown

I love this case too, but with SLI and the extra cooling I'll need there isn't enough room.
02-02-2009, 12:59 PM
headala

hmmm, nice break from all the MM's!
02-02-2009, 01:04 PM
BrokeDown

Quote:

Originally Posted by headala

hmmm, nice break from all the MM's!

I am doing a TJ07, but won't be doing a full MM build. I'll flip the motherboard and probably order the backplate, but that will be it.
02-02-2009, 01:31 PM
BlueAqua

I'm happy to see another TJ07 build here. The Lian Li build could have used some sleeved cabling but it looks pretty nice.

What kind of things to you want to improve on with this build? (besides better performance)
02-02-2009, 09:19 PM
BrokeDown

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlueAqua

I'm happy to see another TJ07 build here. The Lian Li build could have used some sleeved cabling but it looks pretty nice.

What kind of things to you want to improve on with this build? (besides better performance)

I wanted something with more room for cooling. I plan on fitting 2 radiators in the lower section and I can't do that in the LL case.
02-04-2009, 10:51 PM
BrokeDown

UPS dropped by

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2428.jpg
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2442.jpg
02-06-2009, 03:56 PM
BrokeDown

Just placed my order for the PSU. Corsair HX1000 from Newegg. Thanks to Avan for posting the link and promo code. $110 off retail = :D
02-06-2009, 04:04 PM
bot@xs

nice build, nice case.
what keyboard is that you are using there?
02-06-2009, 05:20 PM
norim_13

nice case and nice hardware! :D
02-06-2009, 08:29 PM
BrokeDown

Quote:

Originally Posted by bot@xs

nice build, nice case.
what keyboard is that you are using there?

Kensington Slim-type

I'm going to be moving to a new board, the Logitech 920 Illuminated keyboard soon.
02-09-2009, 11:49 PM
BrokeDown

New keyboard. PSU will be here Wednesday.

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2462.jpg
02-10-2009, 12:46 AM
HaCKs

Does that keyboard have flat keys that don't depress very far? I had a logitech wireless keyboard a few years ago and I loved the feel of keys that don't travel much.
02-10-2009, 12:47 AM
bot@xs

looks nice. :up: so is this suppose to replace the g11?
the backlite makes quiet a difference
02-10-2009, 05:23 AM
PsYcHoNo0b727

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrokeDown

New keyboard. PSU will be here Wednesday.

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2462.jpg

Love that keyboard. I might be replacing my Razer Lycosa with that :D.

Btw is that a original Dell MP3 player i see under your monitor on the stand :eek:
02-10-2009, 10:42 AM
BrokeDown

Quote:

Originally Posted by bot@xs

looks nice. :up: so is this suppose to replace the g11?
the backlite makes quiet a difference

I hope so. The G11 has terrible keys. I was at Fry's today, and they had one on display. It has that "free keyboard" feeling.:down:

Quote:

Originally Posted by PsYcHoNo0b727

Love that keyboard. I might be replacing my Razer Lycosa with that :D.

Btw is that a original Dell MP3 player i see under your monitor on the stand :eek:

This keyboard is definitely the softest I have typed on.

And yes, it's an original Judebox. 15GB. It hasn't been turned on in about 2 years.:rofl:
02-10-2009, 01:33 PM
PsYcHoNo0b727

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrokeDown

This keyboard is definitely the softest I have typed on.

And yes, it's an original Judebox. 15GB. It hasn't been turned on in about 2 years.:rofl:

Good to know, I like my Lycosa, but the look of that keyboard, its simplistic yet stylish at the same time :yepp:

I had one of that players too. It was like holding a brick :shakes:
02-10-2009, 03:34 PM
BrokeDown

Works well as a musical hammer too.
02-10-2009, 03:42 PM
PsYcHoNo0b727

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrokeDown

Works well as a musical hammer too.

Agreed :fact:
02-10-2009, 05:02 PM
Waymon3X6

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrokeDown

New keyboard. PSU will be here Wednesday.

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2462.jpg

What keyboard is that? Looks nice dude, please tell me its wireless!
02-10-2009, 07:09 PM
rogueagent6

Quote:

Originally Posted by Waymon3X6

please tell me its wireless!

See that cable coming off the top edge of the keyboard, the one heading toward the computer?
02-11-2009, 04:58 AM
PsYcHoNo0b727

Quote:

Originally Posted by rogueagent6

See that cable coming off the top edge of the keyboard, the one heading toward the computer?

SSHHHHHH :sofa:
02-11-2009, 05:12 AM
downforce

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrokeDown

This keyboard is definitely the softest I have typed on.

Does it have quiet keystrokes? My missus hates how loud my Logitech Media KB is (cost me $19AUD but so simple I love it!)
02-11-2009, 10:28 AM
BrokeDown

They are pretty quite, but still enough so you know you are typing. Hard to explain really. Not sure how many computer stores are in Perth but I would see if one of them has this board on display.
02-11-2009, 01:39 PM
Waymon3X6

Quote:

Originally Posted by rogueagent6

See that cable coming off the top edge of the keyboard, the one heading toward the computer?

haha funny dude real funny

Looks good though, whats the name of it? Obviously a logitech but I need more details!
02-11-2009, 02:11 PM
kinghong1970

and stupid me... your thread title, first pic, i'm expecting pics of a lap job gone wrong...
02-11-2009, 06:23 PM
PsYcHoNo0b727

Quote:

Originally Posted by Waymon3X6

haha funny dude real funny

Looks good though, whats the name of it? Obviously a logitech but I need more details!

OP Posted a link a couple posts ago. Heres a newegg link
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...%20illuminated
02-11-2009, 06:31 PM
Waymon3X6

Quote:

Originally Posted by PsYcHoNo0b727

OP Posted a link a couple posts ago. Heres a newegg link
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...%20illuminated

Thanks a lot man!
02-11-2009, 06:35 PM
PsYcHoNo0b727

Quote:

Originally Posted by Waymon3X6

Thanks a lot man!

Np. Im seriously considering getting this keyboard.
02-11-2009, 09:22 PM
SyntheticOrange

Its called the Logitech Illuminated Keyboard. I'm using one atm, id recommend it.

Linky

Worst name ever really,

Person A "Hey man what keyboard is that"
Person B "An illuminated keyboard"
Person A "No sh#$"
02-11-2009, 09:44 PM
Serpentarius

"broke i7" for the title sounds like some i7 gone malfunctioned ...

not to comment, but sure you want to have that title? sounds like a bad omen (no one wants a bad i7) :D
02-11-2009, 11:34 PM
BrokeDown

It's my name....duh ;):rofl:
02-12-2009, 05:48 AM
PsYcHoNo0b727

Quote:

Originally Posted by SyntheticOrange

Its called the Logitech Illuminated Keyboard. I'm using one atm, id recommend it.

Linky

Worst name ever really,

Person A "Hey man what keyboard is that"
Person B "An illuminated keyboard"
Person A "No sh#$"

:rofl::ROTF: That would be something id say
02-21-2009, 07:26 AM
BrokeDown

Alright, I've been a little lazy this week and haven't ordered anything, but did receive my Corsair PSU. I'll get some pics up later today.

Still waiting to see when the EVGA Classified board is going to be released (thought it was already?), or if anyone will get Bloodrage back in stock.
02-23-2009, 09:27 AM
BrokeDown

Updated pics:

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2468.jpg
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2474.jpg
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2478.jpg
02-23-2009, 10:15 AM
Darkninja462

OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:eek:

I want that PSU so bad

Jealously has crept in.

Ninja
02-23-2009, 10:35 AM
PrometheusCon

I want that PSU too so I can play inside the box. That packaging is HUGE!
02-23-2009, 10:39 AM
Darkninja462

Haha I remember when I got my Thermaltake Armour case I could easily sit in side it and im 6'3" lmfao.

Ninja
02-23-2009, 11:51 AM
WoodWorker420

Do I spy a Logitech Harmony remote there???
I laughed when I saw that the HX1000 Package matches the size of your Logitech Keyboard...:ROTF:
02-23-2009, 12:22 PM
Darkninja462

Quote:

Originally Posted by WoodWorker420

Do I spy a Logitech Harmony remote there???

Haha I think you do there awesome always wanted one of them to :P

Ninja
02-26-2009, 01:51 PM
BrokeDown

New card came today.

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2486.jpg
03-06-2009, 10:51 AM
rioja

have u tested these dominators? i saw many reviews that they can barely pass 1680 with 1.65v
is it true?
03-06-2009, 08:47 PM
BrokeDown

I have not. I finally got the Foxconn Bloodrage ordered so that should be here next week. I will definitely put them to the test, but I'm pretty sure they will OC higher than 1680.
03-06-2009, 09:05 PM
NaeKuh

if your a gamer and you have a cell phone near your computer.

Dont get a wireless.

nice build tho! :up:
03-07-2009, 10:25 AM
rioja

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrokeDown

I have not. I finally got the Foxconn Bloodrage ordered so that should be here next week. I will definitely put them to the test, but I'm pretty sure they will OC higher than 1680.

i hope they will, becoz i have bought the same set :)
at least, they have excellent exterior, best i ever have seen
03-07-2009, 11:43 AM
N19h7m4r3

Quote:

Originally Posted by NaeKuh

if your a gamer and you have a cell phone near your computer.

Dont get a wireless.

nice build tho! :up:

Hahaha too true!

I get some serious mouse lag with my wireless setup.

Specially when I have the cell phone on the desk near my mouse.
03-10-2009, 09:51 PM
BrokeDown

Foxconn came today :D

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2513.jpg
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2516.jpg
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2520.jpg
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2524.jpg
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2529.jpg
03-10-2009, 10:56 PM
Jhors2

That bloodrage board is friggin sexy.
03-11-2009, 09:24 AM
rioja

all black and red, corsair dominator gt will fit here nicely
03-11-2009, 10:18 AM
BrokeDown

Quote:

Originally Posted by rioja

all black and red, corsair dominator gt will fit here nicely

I've looked into the GTs, and even though I really like them, I think I rather put the money saved into other parts of the build.

Right now, all I need is a reservoir and a new CPU waterblock, some new fittings and Tygon hose.

Should be able to get the new build up and running next week.
03-11-2009, 07:45 PM
jpm804

Great looking board and Sli 260's ... can't wait to see this thing running.
03-11-2009, 08:39 PM
nipper575

I agree, great looking board and 260's.
03-12-2009, 05:44 AM
BrokeDown

I decided to go ahead and swap everything over last night.

-Had some PSU issues once I got everything together. Turned out I had a bad cable for my HDD's and DVD drive. Was freaking out that my brand new Corsair PSU was crap :D
-Got the Raptor reformatted and Vista 64 installed. Went very quick. Machine definitely moves faster than the AMD rig I had before.
-Didn't change anything in BIOS other than some fan settings. It was already 6am and I needed sleep.
-I haven't put any games on it yet or done any benches. Not sure how well the Intel box cooler is going to work. Waiting on some new tubing and waterblock to come hopefully next week.

This is what I'm at now. I took some finished pictures but they suck. I'll try to get some later today.

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...i7firstrun.jpg
03-12-2009, 06:21 AM
jasonelmore

keyboards got big numbers and letters, but i dont see it's response time being faster than the lycosa's
03-12-2009, 06:49 AM
BlueAqua

The 260's really go with the Bloodrage well. Looks like a killer setup and I'm sure it'll meet your needs for a long time.

Let's see some installed pics. ;)
03-12-2009, 07:12 AM
BrokeDown

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlueAqua

The 260's really go with the Bloodrage well. Looks like a killer setup and I'm sure it'll meet your needs for a long time.

Let's see some installed pics. ;)

I got a few on the D80 at home. Just need to edit them.

Nothing is on water yet. but will be soon, along with much needed wire tucking :rofl:
03-12-2009, 07:58 AM
shazza

Wire tucking is the bane of our existence!

Looking good so far. Haven't seen many Blood Rage builds ... looks great.
03-12-2009, 03:11 PM
darkside72

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrokeDown

New keyboard. PSU will be here Wednesday.

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2462.jpg

Is it just me ,does your board have BLUE back lights?:shocked:
Or is it just the monitor messing with the picture?
I have this keyboard it only has white back lights.
Did you mod the leds or somthing?
Oh and it's a great board for everyone else.:up:
03-12-2009, 04:03 PM
downforce

Haha you are all really making me want to buy one!! (of those keyboards)

*Must resist impulse purchases*
03-12-2009, 04:14 PM
SNiiPE_DoGG

Quote:

Originally Posted by darkside72

Is it just me ,does your board have BLUE back lights?:shocked:

the white balance is off, see the "grey" face of that dvr in the background? its blue because of daylight coming in through the windows. daylight is white ;)
03-12-2009, 08:53 PM
darkside72

Quote:

Originally Posted by SNiiPE_DoGG

Its blue because of daylight coming in through the windows. daylight is white ;)

Daylight could be any color you want if you drink enough the night before.:up::D
05-12-2009, 03:59 PM
BrokeDown

Wow...so it's been awhile since I've been in here.

Anyway, I won't be going to a TJ07, so I'll be sticking with the Lian Li case. Decided I didn't have the time (and money) to start over completely. I finally got off my ass and ordered the rest of my watercooling for the new cpu:

-Koolance 350
-EK 150 res
-Bitspower 45° Rotary fittings
-Bitspower 1/2" compression fittings
-Tygon 3603 12" tubing
-FluidXP Nano, Ghost White
-Hitting up Frys for cable sleeving kits to do some more cleanup.

I'll have some boxes on my door step Thursday and Friday, so hopefully I can get a good amount of stuff done over the weekend.
05-18-2009, 12:02 PM
BrokeDown

All together now.

-added S-flex 1600 rpm fans for the rad; replaced my Yate Loon H's.

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...d/DSC_2761.jpg
05-20-2009, 02:08 PM
Russ_64

Looks great, must be one of the shortest loops around ......

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