Description

Updated:

1.New gpu 1060 from a 780 ti

2.New copper IHS and a delid

3.New UltraViolet XSPC cooland and UV lights

This is my Project: HTPC updated

Originally built 2/16, rebuilt on 8/17, water-cooled on 2/18, updated on 5/18

First off... I call it an HTPC because that is what it is used for. This is my Project: HTPC build in my movie room that I have a 135" projector screen. We mainly watch shows and movies and do the occasional gaming on it. but it is my home theater pc!

What I changed:

1.I went from a 780 ti to a 1060 GTX, and I know it was a lateral move but I was having driver issues on newer games crashing on me. The 780 ti was a great card for what I was using this for it's just starting to lack driver support and some stability issues. (Why did I block a 1060?? This build was already setup with full loop and I wasn't planning on changing that or spending too much money on a gpu that will only see 1080p @ 60Hz. I have my Zombie Hunter 2 build with a 1080 ti for that!! )

2.I delided the 6700k because even with water it wasn't running as cool as I expected and I figured while I'm doing the gpu swap I might as well do a delid. Also was interested in the copper IHS so it was only $20 so I figured.....why not! I figure I'll be keeping this cpu for a long time so I might as well get the best out of it. I oc'd to 4.7ghz but haven't tried anymore and probably comfortable with this oc

3.I also ditched the RGB lights for UltraViolet!!! I added clear UltraViolet dye to the white XSPC coolant!

Thank you for looking!!!

YouTube:

UltraViolet HTPC/Gaming Custom Water-Cooled UV Build

How to Install Bykski RGB GPU Water Cooling Block For Gigabyte GTX 1070/1060 G1 Gaming Video Card

Zombie Hunter 2 - XSPC UV Green - Hardline Bykski Watercooled In Win 303 Gaming PC

Comments

  • 21 months ago
  • 4 points

IT looks amazing

Last pic lol

Love the colour scheme.

+1

  • 21 months ago
  • 3 points

May I dare say featured?

+1

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

called it

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Love the RED & WHITE!!!!!!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

It is quite hard to see on film but when I have the leds blue, it looks like a fire and ice thing going on. Really nice to look at in person, hard to catch on film.... Thank you for looking!!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

nice build man!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

~ customgtp strikes again ~

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Fantastic looking build. Putting a custom water loop in a HTPC makes me squeamish though - I'd be afraid the subwoofer vibrations might shake something loose :s

  • 21 months ago
  • 2 points

Boom Boom Boom.... Splash!!

Thank you for looking!!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Not generally a fan of the Evolv but it exists for a reason and this is it. +1.

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Nice build! Loving the colors!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

No words, impressive build!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Hmmm, lighting behind the front and top panels huh! :)

Nice one.

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Yeah I call it a fire and ice look ;)

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Hot damn!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Gorgeous build! Did you use any spray can paint for the case? Love the colour scheme, and the RGB looks awesome!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Thank you. I wrapped the outside and spray painted the inside

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Any spraypaint? I want to do that with an old case, but not sure if it matters. If the spraypaint needs to have a sealant

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

I did the normal prime and paint. Nothing special

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

I sense a feature incoming...

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

excellent!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Where did you get the cables?

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

I bought them off Amazon. The cables are EZDIY Sleeved Cables and the best quality cable extensions I've worked with. I highly recommend

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Thanks i might use them

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Which kind of LED strips did you get? I love how bright the white LED looks

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

It was a kit off Amazon Excellux Full Kit RGB

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Thank you.

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

COME ON!! I still havent gotten over your 303 build and now your showing off again! This just isnt fair! I need the time for my water cooling build. lol Awesome build!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Haha yeah I caught the bug. But now that both rigs are done I can get back to some gaming! Awaiting far cry 5! Thank you and thanx for looking!!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

How did you manage to get the gpu in vertical orientation? I have the same case... Asking for.. A friend.

  • 21 months ago
  • 2 points

vertical gpu mount from aliexpress

It might take a couple of weeks to get but it'll be worth it

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Thank you!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

I purchase the cooler master wolf vertical mount kit... Not available but I heard it is on aliexpress. I'll dig up the link for you

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Nice build.

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Thank you very much :D

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Quick question, did you put that valve on an "out" port or an "in" port? I thought the XSPC Photons had one "out" ports and two "in" port. I am planning on using one of them for my next build, so a response would be great.

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

The out port is the first one on the left and the middle and right one are in ports. So in port is what I used.

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Beautiful build. A 780Ti. Can't say that I have seen one of those recently.

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

How did you get the red trim off the Trident Z ram for painting? I want to paint the trim itself, not the spreaders.

  • 21 months ago
  • 2 points

Those are just lightly clamped on. A small flat head would do the trick

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Thx again

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

congrats on the feature!

  • 21 months ago
  • 2 points

Thanks Playboy!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

beautiful build man the color scheme is awesome and the lighting really sets it off

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

In the words of the great Owen Wilson

"Wow"

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Remember me?

Anyway, AMAZING

  • 21 months ago
  • 2 points

Aahh the Zalman guy... Thank you!

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

I would never be able to tell that is a practice water cooling build. It looks extremely professional and very eye catching. Great job.

  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Yeah the Project XEON build was the practice build. I did add extra love to it because it was my very first loop and I don't half fast anything either. It was nice and pretty but now it is Project HTPC!!

  • 20 months ago
  • 1 point

None of those components say HTPC to me, nor do they seem to serve any consistent purpose, really. Looks nice though.

  • 20 months ago
  • 1 point

Htpc is a home theater pc. Thats truly is what I use this for. It sits in a movie theater room. I with a huge projector for movies and the occasional gaming.... I have another build that holds a 1080 ti for gaming.

Thank you for looking and a appreciate the compliment!

  • 20 months ago
  • 1 point

This is my first time building a computer and I'm using this build. Great job by the way! I don't see tubes for the water cooling system listed in the parts list. Can you link it? Also, do you have an instructional video of you building it? I'm pretty new to this stuff and I'm sure I have my work cut out for me.

  • 20 months ago
  • 2 points

The tubes in used are primochill 1/2" and primochill fittings. Very important to try to keep same brand of tubes and fittings and definitely same size.... Definitely!!

This is my third watercooled build. I have 3 in my list of builds. Prior to my first I watches a lot of YouTube videos. Jayztwocents is great and others. Ask lots and lots of questions and pay attention to pre cleaning and type of coolant or dye you might use. It is sooooo much fun!!

Hope that helps and ask more if you need. Thanks for looking. Oh and I have videos but not tutorials. customgtp on YouTube

  • 20 months ago
  • 1 point

The EVGA computer makes me want to go swallow a whole bag of gummy bears. +1 The white, red and blue build makes me want to go swallow a whole bag of gummy worms. +1 I need to go buy more gummy bears and worms.

  • 20 months ago
  • 1 point

I like that a whole lot better than a candy cane!!! Thank you

  • 19 months ago
  • 1 point

is the hard drive bothersome in any way?

  • 19 months ago
  • 1 point

Which one? I have no issues tho. All seems well

  • 19 months ago
  • 1 point

I was talking about the 7k3000, is it maybe a bit loud or disturbing?

  • 19 months ago
  • 1 point

No. I hear nothing.... The Hitachi 2tb drives are in the rear behind tempered glass so if they are making any kind of noise I can't hear them. I have 2 3tb ones in my Zombie Hunter 2 build also and that's in an in win 303 case. Don't hear those either

  • 19 months ago
  • 1 point

thx

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  • 21 months ago
  • 1 point

Thank you!!

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