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by Deer87
Wed Nov 11, 2020 5:32 am
Forum: Cases and Damping
Topic: New GPU for my FD Node 304
Replies: 0
Views: 25982

New GPU for my FD Node 304

Hey peps, I recently started considering that my 960 Strix might be due to retirement, so i have started looking for a new GPU. I fell in love with the Asus 1660 Super, Strix. but then became aware that its with is 2 mm above the specs for my cabinet, a Fractal Design Node 304. I would therefor hear...
by Deer87
Mon Feb 12, 2018 6:58 am
Forum: CPU Cooling
Topic: Passive cooled CPU and video card in miditower - only 3 fans
Replies: 9
Views: 7484

Re: Passive cooled CPU and video card in miditower - only 3

Im very interested in hearing your experience with the Palit GeForce GTX 1050 Ti KalmX.
Considering it for my Node 304.
by Deer87
Mon Sep 12, 2016 11:16 pm
Forum: Newcomers Briefing Room
Topic: Scared of heat in a fanless PSU
Replies: 11
Views: 10913

Re: Scared of heat in a fanless PSU

I have been using a XFX 460 w platinum fanless (rebranded seasonic) for over year now,, with a GTX960 Strix and a 4690K CPU. No problems so far, and I even shoved it all into a mITX case and put it into a poorly ventilated IKEA desk. So far my only noise is when my GPU is running on max, or my WD gr...
by Deer87
Mon Jul 04, 2016 2:09 am
Forum: Quiet Prebuilt, SFF and Barebones Systems
Topic: SFF Options (Silent / Quiet but powerful)
Replies: 11
Views: 21122

Re: SFF Options (Silent / Quiet but powerful)

I think I'm looking for quiet not silent from reading the definitions here. Those cases don't really grab me - it's going to be on display in a living room so has to be nice enough for the OH! Try the Fractal Design Node 304. Looks a bit like a mini frigde, but it has nice clean lines and surfaces....
by Deer87
Mon May 23, 2016 10:45 pm
Forum: Video Cards & Monitors
Topic: GTX 1080 Reviewed today om Tom's
Replies: 16
Views: 10748

Re: GTX 1080 Reviewed today om Tom's

Im really looking forward to see what Asus and MSI can do with the new tech. Especially the more "modest" 60-models and Pascal

Btw, I can imagine a lot of misunderstandings coming up when people start talking about 1080, unspecified :D
by Deer87
Mon May 09, 2016 2:52 am
Forum: SPCR Article Discussion
Topic: Asus GeForce GTX 960 Strix OC Edition
Replies: 58
Views: 76700

Re: Asus GeForce GTX 960 Strix OC Edition

Does anyone have a "chart" over ideal temps for this card? I am trying to achieve a balance between low noise and acceptable temps for my Strix 960, and yesterday i reached 94 degrees Celcius (i was experimenting with GPU Tweak while playing Dragon Age Inquisition set on High). Im a little worried t...
by Deer87
Wed Apr 06, 2016 5:04 am
Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
Topic: [250D vs Node 304] airflow in a small, quiet workstation
Replies: 29
Views: 21921

Re: [250D vs Node 304] airflow in a small, quiet workstation

I did a Node 304 build this summer, and my personal experience with it is very good. Mine is a gaming build, and if im playing GTA V or such the GPU (GTX 960 Strix) becomes noticable. The other hearable component is my HDD, which has become much quieter since i suspended it in elastic bands. Since y...
by Deer87
Tue Dec 08, 2015 12:42 am
Forum: Video Cards & Monitors
Topic: GPU maintainance - Articles & Advice?
Replies: 11
Views: 6892

Re: GPU maintainance - Articles & Advice?

I have realised that I’m probably not getting around to investigate this subject further. The issue is too minor for me to start taking my GPU apart. So there is going to be no further follow up, unless the sleves starts grinding gravel :) Thank you for the responses, and I apologise for wasting you...
by Deer87
Wed Oct 21, 2015 9:39 am
Forum: The Silent Front
Topic: Windows 10 causing Hardware noise?
Replies: 4
Views: 6002

Re: Windows 10 causing Hardware noise?

I found the culprit, and it is rather embarrassing. It was hardware, but not any of my PC hardware. Instead it turned out to be the Power Saving Extention Chord... It was placed next to the PC, so I only discovered it when i put the PC on the desk to pinpoint the noise. I do feel rather stupid now :...
by Deer87
Wed Oct 14, 2015 5:50 am
Forum: Video Cards & Monitors
Topic: Asus GTX970 STRIX
Replies: 106
Views: 84982

Re: Asus GTX970 STRIX

hey,
Have anyone tried comparing the Asus GTX970 Strix to the Asus GTX970 mini?

I know it seems like an unfair fight due to the difference in coolers, but it seems like the mini got some very favorable reviews, and i have started wondering how much more noise it actually generates.
by Deer87
Tue Oct 13, 2015 2:03 am
Forum: The Silent Front
Topic: Windows 10 causing Hardware noise?
Replies: 4
Views: 6002

Windows 10 causing Hardware noise?

Hey ppl, I tried upgrading my newly buildt pc from win7 to 10 this weekend, and the first thing i noticed was that my pc now emits an occational mechanical tick. I have still to locate its origin, but i have a gutfeeling that its the PSU or HDD. it sounds like a switch clicking on and off. I have re...
by Deer87
Sat Oct 10, 2015 6:43 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Windows 10
Replies: 48
Views: 58985

Re: Windows 10

Hi guys and gals, Have any of you experienced hardware mishaps after upgrading to win10? My PC has started to make an occational, yet very annoying, click sound, which after 30 minutes have made me consider downgrading to win7 again. I have yet to pinpoint the noise, but it is definetly from the com...
by Deer87
Thu Oct 01, 2015 2:06 am
Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
Topic: Help with Fractal Design Node 304 quiet gaming build
Replies: 12
Views: 8664

Re: Help with Fractal Design Node 304 quiet gaming build

Hey Luca

Nope, not yet. I was planning on posting the promised pics this weekend.

As the most noise is the air rush from the fan going 100 % I might just tough it out until the time is ripe for upgrading.
by Deer87
Thu Oct 01, 2015 1:01 am
Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
Topic: Help with Fractal Design Node 304 quiet gaming build
Replies: 12
Views: 8664

Re: Help with Fractal Design Node 304 quiet gaming build

Hi MrYellow, I did a Node 304 gaming build a few months ago, with a lot of help from SPCR, you might wanna look for inspiration :) : http://www.silentpcreview.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=23&t=68403 Cooler: I used Noctua U12S and am quite content, so I cannot offer any knowlegde about the 212 EVO. The...
by Deer87
Thu Sep 03, 2015 10:22 pm
Forum: Video Cards & Monitors
Topic: GPU maintainance - Articles & Advice?
Replies: 11
Views: 6892

Re: GPU maintainance - Articles & Advice?

I will :)
But I will have to pickle the topic for a couple of weeks due to a long awaited vacation. So no pics right now ;)
by Deer87
Thu Sep 03, 2015 2:15 am
Forum: Video Cards & Monitors
Topic: GPU maintainance - Articles & Advice?
Replies: 11
Views: 6892

Re: GPU maintainance - Articles & Advice?

You could perhaps remove the plastic shroud and the two stock fans, keep the heatsink and attach one or two 120mm fans (powered by the motherboard perhaps) using zip ties. Perhaps, if the fans were defect. Right now it seems like way too intrusive juryrigging. I think they just need a bit of oil, b...
by Deer87
Thu Sep 03, 2015 12:31 am
Forum: Video Cards & Monitors
Topic: GPU maintainance - Articles & Advice?
Replies: 11
Views: 6892

Re: GPU maintainance - Articles & Advice?

I cannot post a pic without the sticker before tonight, but here is my GPU. GPU.png As I said, under the sticker there is just a plastic cap with no screw. The cap and the fans are one piece of plastic. And a link to explanation of the asus dustproof fan: http://www.bjorn3d.com/wp-content/uploads/20...
by Deer87
Wed Sep 02, 2015 10:41 pm
Forum: Video Cards & Monitors
Topic: GPU maintainance - Articles & Advice?
Replies: 11
Views: 6892

Re: GPU maintainance - Articles & Advice?

Search for how to lubricate sleeve bearing fans. I did. The problem is that all the guides assume there is a little cap under the sticker. Mine doesn't have that. The fan seems more like it is a clip on. That is why I asked for the specific model. Either the screws are on the backside of the fan, w...
by Deer87
Tue Sep 01, 2015 12:24 am
Forum: Video Cards & Monitors
Topic: GPU maintainance - Articles & Advice?
Replies: 11
Views: 6892

GPU maintainance - Articles & Advice?

Hello SPCR, I have been looking for articles and discussions regarding keeping my Asus GTX 660 OCPH somewhat quiet. I know that the air-rush from the fans are just realities of life with this card, but I have noticed that it has started to sound a little "hoarse", especially when i try turning the f...
by Deer87
Mon Aug 24, 2015 6:29 am
Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
Topic: Opinions on this mITX build with FD Node 304 -Edit: new case
Replies: 40
Views: 26079

Re: Opinions on this mITX build with FD Node 304 -Edit: new

Can we delete the posts? It feels ... tainted
by Deer87
Tue Aug 18, 2015 10:31 pm
Forum: Newcomers Briefing Room
Topic: Help me build my perfect PC, please :) ps: I'm new
Replies: 26
Views: 15530

Re: Help me build my perfect PC, please :) ps: I'm new

Hi chopsicles, Welcome to the forums. Here are two links, one for my own build and one for a guy with similar requirements (they might give you some inspiration or hints): http://www.silentpcreview.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=23&t=68403 viewtopic.php?f=6&t=68391 They are both mITX builds, which means...
by Deer87
Mon Aug 17, 2015 12:11 pm
Forum: SPCR Article Discussion
Topic: Asus GeForce GTX 960 Strix OC Edition
Replies: 58
Views: 76700

Re: Asus GeForce GTX 960 Strix OC Edition

Wow, that was rather ... comprehensive :) and quite impressive. I think i caught the major points, though. I will definetly bide my time and see how the new 950 ti fares. Unless i manage to off my 660 to my brother. He is still in University, so a decent gpu at a reasonably low price might catch his...
by Deer87
Mon Aug 17, 2015 5:58 am
Forum: SPCR Article Discussion
Topic: Asus GeForce GTX 960 Strix OC Edition
Replies: 58
Views: 76700

Re: Asus GeForce GTX 960 Strix OC Edition

What exactly is the TI model compared to a non-TI?

Im not buying a new card tomorrow, so I will follow you advice and see what 950 brings to the table. But won't a x50 model be a downgrade compared to x60 or x70?
Or is it here the TI part plays in?
by Deer87
Mon Aug 17, 2015 5:23 am
Forum: SPCR Article Discussion
Topic: Asus GeForce GTX 960 Strix OC Edition
Replies: 58
Views: 76700

Re: Asus GeForce GTX 960 Strix OC Edition

@ Das_Saunamies Ahh, cool. Thank you for the reply. I might just treat myself with a 960 Strix when the budget allows it, then :) My current gpu is an Asus GTX 660 DCII-OC-PH (TDP is 140 watt according to PCPARTPICKER). It does a decent job, but is going full blow action when i play more demanding t...
by Deer87
Mon Aug 17, 2015 4:37 am
Forum: SPCR Article Discussion
Topic: Asus GeForce GTX 960 Strix OC Edition
Replies: 58
Views: 76700

Re: Asus GeForce GTX 960 Strix OC Edition

I have been lurking a bit on this card, although a lot of online reviewers recommend spending the extra bucks and go for the 970. Will this card be able to pull the load on a single 23" screen for a midrange gamer, or will it too soon loose terrain to new and more requiring game titles? Im not looki...
by Deer87
Thu Aug 13, 2015 2:37 am
Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
Topic: Opinions on this mITX build with FD Node 304 -Edit: new case
Replies: 40
Views: 26079

Re: Opinions on this mITX build with FD Node 304 -Edit: new

You are welcome :)
Yeah, im very satisfied with it :D

You are probably right with the HDD, it's the sound of it working when i start up the machine, so not general vibrations. It is somewhat louder than i would have expected, but since its mostly when booting it's not a problem.
by Deer87
Thu Aug 13, 2015 12:27 am
Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
Topic: Opinions on this mITX build with FD Node 304 -Edit: new case
Replies: 40
Views: 26079

Re: Opinions on this mITX build with FD Node 304 -Edit: new

I figured i would give an update now that i have had some time to try it out. It still runs very smoothly, with my GPU and HDD as the major noise factors. My WD 2TB green is making some mechanical noise when booting. While not a big problem, I have started to consider alternate suspension in order t...
by Deer87
Fri Jun 26, 2015 12:35 am
Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
Topic: Opinions on this mITX build with FD Node 304 -Edit: new case
Replies: 40
Views: 26079

Re: Opinions on this mITX build with FD Node 304 -Edit: new

I see your point :)
But this being my first build combined with me being of cautious nature, i preferred playing safe. One thing is certain, choosing the Super Flower 500 would have caused me more difficulty than I would have liked ;)
by Deer87
Thu Jun 25, 2015 11:35 pm
Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
Topic: Opinions on this mITX build with FD Node 304 -Edit: new case
Replies: 40
Views: 26079

Re: Opinions on this mITX build with FD Node 304 -Edit: new

It's fanless. They were pretty specific with the whole "grill must face up" part. Which also makes good sense to me, as the downside isn't perforated to the same degree, and I didn't want to turn my PSU into a mini hotbox. I am actually quite content with my solution, allthough it could look prettie...
by Deer87
Thu Jun 25, 2015 10:33 pm
Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
Topic: Opinions on this mITX build with FD Node 304 -Edit: new case
Replies: 40
Views: 26079

Re: Opinions on this mITX build with FD Node 304 -Edit: new

Well, that does look delicious :)

Okay. Here it is ;)
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