Pre-built vs DIY for Newbie
Posted: Mon Apr 09, 2007 11:37 am
I know DIY is always better, but I'm a liquid newbie and am a bit intimidated by DIY.....though I am willing to try. So I'm looking for some expert suggestions.
Relevant Specs:
-C2D 6300 OC'd to 3.2ghz currently
-Antec P180
-4 hard drives in lower cage, Noctua case fans, very quiet setup
-8800GTS
Requirements:
-setup that will be QUIET and fit with my P180
-internal or external, but if it's external it HAS to be sleek (top mounted I suppose) and fit with the case
-CPU cooling for sure, with possibility for GPU as well (so pump, etc has to handle the flow)
-can't break the bank
-don't need extreme, just something to decently beat my air setup (Noctua NH-U12F, stock GPU HSF)
Pre-Built Options (my newbie attempt):
-Swiftech H20-120 Premium
-Koolance INX-720BK
-Danger Den 4101
-Thermaltake Bigwater 745
DIY:
-not a clue
-am in Canada so it has to be easily available here online. US companies that don't ship to Canada won't work.
Can anyone suggest both a good Pre-Built kit and a complete list of DIY components that won't break the bank and is fairly quiet? I'd really appreciate the help.
Much Thanks!
Relevant Specs:
-C2D 6300 OC'd to 3.2ghz currently
-Antec P180
-4 hard drives in lower cage, Noctua case fans, very quiet setup
-8800GTS
Requirements:
-setup that will be QUIET and fit with my P180
-internal or external, but if it's external it HAS to be sleek (top mounted I suppose) and fit with the case
-CPU cooling for sure, with possibility for GPU as well (so pump, etc has to handle the flow)
-can't break the bank
-don't need extreme, just something to decently beat my air setup (Noctua NH-U12F, stock GPU HSF)
Pre-Built Options (my newbie attempt):
-Swiftech H20-120 Premium
-Koolance INX-720BK
-Danger Den 4101
-Thermaltake Bigwater 745
DIY:
-not a clue
-am in Canada so it has to be easily available here online. US companies that don't ship to Canada won't work.
Can anyone suggest both a good Pre-Built kit and a complete list of DIY components that won't break the bank and is fairly quiet? I'd really appreciate the help.
Much Thanks!