NZXT Apollo questions.

MBGraphics · 03-24-2008, 12:41 AM

Ok, here's what I have so far. But im also getting the LG 22 inch widescreen that you have, but from somewhere else for cheaper, ive seen it for 275.
https://secure.newegg.com/NewVersion...asp?ID=5959165

I have also considered this set-up as well. But will most likely go with the one above.
https://secure.newegg.com/NewVersion...sp?ID=10779767

ThatGuy16 · 03-24-2008, 01:09 AM

That link doesn't work

I got my monitor at Best Buy on sale for $275 i think, and $300 after taxes.

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Originally Posted by Kuzba

how big is the difference between the zalman 9500 and 9700?

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Originally Posted by Vizy93

i dont think not much, isnt it just look/ or color or form or somehting. wait no its size i think.

i have owned both the 9500 and the 9700, the 9700 seems to do a better job...

Kesava · 03-24-2008, 01:26 AM

what about noise wise?

they both have silent mode right?

ThatGuy16 · 03-24-2008, 01:30 AM

I use a fan controller, both are pretty loud on high. I run my 9700 on medium all the time, i can't hear it.

MosIncredible · 03-24-2008, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by ThatGuy16

I use a fan controller, both are pretty loud on high. I run my 9700 on medium all the time, i can't hear it.

I do the same. 2200rpm seems to be the area where I can't hear it over my other fans.

MBGraphics · 03-24-2008, 06:17 AM

Ok, i'll go with the Zalman 9700 then

what about stuff like fan controllers/LCD screens for CPU temps an stuff?

ramodkk · 03-24-2008, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by MBGraphics

#1: About how loud is this case? is it very noticable?
#2: how is the cooling? If I get it, should I add another fan in the front?
#3: how hard would it be to install another fan in the front?
#4: does just the side-fan light up? thats the way NewEgg makes it sound, so just wanted to clarify that.
#5: is it difficult to build? any trouble spots?
#6: is there any "space" trouble (does it get to cramped inside)

1) It is definately not loud. You can hear it but it's far from anoying
2) It comes with 2 x 120mm. If you want you could add another one in front (or technically everywhere with a mod!

) But airflow is really good with the 2 x 120mm
3) Ask ThatGuy16

4) Yes, the back fan is regular black
5) Nope! no troubles man. Everything is tool-less (of course except mounting the mobo!) Only thing that I found kinda tricky was getting the optical drive in place but it was because I was being silly not reading manual..

6) Yeah it has a pretty big space inside. Haven't had any space problems

Here's two pics of the inside:

and then just in case you wanna see it in Paint:

MBGraphics · 03-25-2008, 12:12 AM

Thanks!

The more info I can get on all this stuff the better, an the more pics i see, the more i begin to love this case :p

BTW, Nice painting! haha, it really does look a lot like it (except that the side panel being on the wrong side. I wish that it WAS on the right side instead of the left, because where i will be puting it, the left side will be up against the side of my desk

ThatGuy16 · 03-25-2008, 12:19 AM

I think the only cases with the window on the right are those expensive Lian Li cases

MBGraphics · 03-25-2008, 12:35 AM

of course...

I just cant wait! I know it will be a few months until I can save up the money for it, but its starting to drive me nuts! It's like random times during the day I start thinking about it..I feel like such a nerd

Were you able to run CoD4 smoothly on just one 3870?

03-24-2008, 12:41 AM	#11 (permalink)
MBGraphics Platinum Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Garden Grove CA Age: 17 Posts: 650	Ok, here's what I have so far. But im also getting the LG 22 inch widescreen that you have, but from somewhere else for cheaper, ive seen it for 275. https://secure.newegg.com/NewVersion...asp?ID=5959165 I have also considered this set-up as well. But will most likely go with the one above. https://secure.newegg.com/NewVersion...sp?ID=10779767 __________________ Mike Case:Dell Dimention 8400 2 19" standard flat pannel monitors CPU: Pentium 4 630 (3GHz) w/HT technology and 2MB cache GPU: ATI Radeon X300SE RAM/Storage:3GB/250GB internal and 320GB External Sound Card: Sound Blaster Audigy OS: Windows XP Media Center Eddition (2005) The SIG My SmugMug Winner of Photo Tournament: Automobiles

03-24-2008, 01:26 AM	#13 (permalink)
Kesava Diamond Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Australia Age: 17 Posts: 3,379	what about noise wise? they both have silent mode right? __________________ Following my advice will harm your computer. Cpu:Intel Q6600 2.4Ghz @ 3.4Ghz Hsf:Zalman CNPS 9700 LED Ram:Generic 2 Gb 800 Mhz Gpu:XFX 8800 GT 512mb @ 700/1750/2000 Mobo:Gigabyte P31-DS3L OS:OSX 10.5.2 3dMark06:13518 MSN=kesava8@hotmail.com AIM=kesava8

03-24-2008, 01:30 AM	#14 (permalink)
ThatGuy16 Diamond Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: USA Age: 99 Posts: 5,452	I use a fan controller, both are pretty loud on high. I run my 9700 on medium all the time, i can't hear it. __________________ CPU: C2D E8400 @ 4Ghz 1.24v HSF: Apogee GTX MB: Gigabyte X38-DS4 Ram: 2x2GB G. Skill DDR2-1068 HDD: 320GB Seagate PSU: OCZ GameXStream 700w OS: Vista Home Premium 64bit GFX: 2x HD4850 Crossfire LCD: LG 22" L226WTQ 3DMark06: 20826

03-24-2008, 06:17 AM	#16 (permalink)
MBGraphics Platinum Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Garden Grove CA Age: 17 Posts: 650	Ok, i'll go with the Zalman 9700 then what about stuff like fan controllers/LCD screens for CPU temps an stuff? __________________ Mike Case:Dell Dimention 8400 2 19" standard flat pannel monitors CPU: Pentium 4 630 (3GHz) w/HT technology and 2MB cache GPU: ATI Radeon X300SE RAM/Storage:3GB/250GB internal and 320GB External Sound Card: Sound Blaster Audigy OS: Windows XP Media Center Eddition (2005) The SIG My SmugMug Winner of Photo Tournament: Automobiles

03-25-2008, 12:12 AM	#18 (permalink)
MBGraphics Platinum Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Garden Grove CA Age: 17 Posts: 650	Thanks! The more info I can get on all this stuff the better, an the more pics i see, the more i begin to love this case :p BTW, Nice painting! haha, it really does look a lot like it (except that the side panel being on the wrong side. I wish that it WAS on the right side instead of the left, because where i will be puting it, the left side will be up against the side of my desk __________________ Mike Case:Dell Dimention 8400 2 19" standard flat pannel monitors CPU: Pentium 4 630 (3GHz) w/HT technology and 2MB cache GPU: ATI Radeon X300SE RAM/Storage:3GB/250GB internal and 320GB External Sound Card: Sound Blaster Audigy OS: Windows XP Media Center Eddition (2005) The SIG My SmugMug Winner of Photo Tournament: Automobiles

03-25-2008, 12:19 AM	#19 (permalink)
ThatGuy16 Diamond Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: USA Age: 99 Posts: 5,452	I think the only cases with the window on the right are those expensive Lian Li cases __________________ CPU: C2D E8400 @ 4Ghz 1.24v HSF: Apogee GTX MB: Gigabyte X38-DS4 Ram: 2x2GB G. Skill DDR2-1068 HDD: 320GB Seagate PSU: OCZ GameXStream 700w OS: Vista Home Premium 64bit GFX: 2x HD4850 Crossfire LCD: LG 22" L226WTQ 3DMark06: 20826

03-25-2008, 12:35 AM	#20 (permalink)
MBGraphics Platinum Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Garden Grove CA Age: 17 Posts: 650	of course... I just cant wait! I know it will be a few months until I can save up the money for it, but its starting to drive me nuts! It's like random times during the day I start thinking about it..I feel like such a nerd Were you able to run CoD4 smoothly on just one 3870? __________________ Mike Case:Dell Dimention 8400 2 19" standard flat pannel monitors CPU: Pentium 4 630 (3GHz) w/HT technology and 2MB cache GPU: ATI Radeon X300SE RAM/Storage:3GB/250GB internal and 320GB External Sound Card: Sound Blaster Audigy OS: Windows XP Media Center Eddition (2005) The SIG My SmugMug Winner of Photo Tournament: Automobiles

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