Comments | fergusop: Expensive Hobbies

fergusop

Expensive Hobbies

Apr 07, 2009 15:28

Let's say, hypothetically that I enjoy the maddening pain in the ass that is assembling a computer from parts. Let's also say that my current working desktop is starting to show signs of Windows Rot and could at the very least use a clean install. Among other reasons, I don't want to do that because I would need to actually find my Windows XP disc ( Read more... )

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zosimos April 8 2009, 05:44:14 UTC

That looks like a solid build. I'd be curious to hear your thoughts on the ease of setup and maintenance for the liquid cooling if you use it.

Between this and the homemade multitouch Surface-clone someone made, I'm strongly inspired to put together something new. Waiting for Windows 7 does seem like the most cost-effective option though.

fergusop April 8 2009, 13:32:02 UTC

Actually, at the last minute I decided to hold off on liquid cooling. There was a combo deal on NewEgg with the power supply I wanted and a case with an absurd number of fans. Since I'm not so into this as the "enthusiasts" at Tech Report, I suspect decent air flow will probably treat me nice. Besides a $100 case on sale for $50 is way cheaper than a $50 case with a $200 cooling system installed.