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Darren

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Thanks! My system has seen some progress over the past few years.

Each successive picture has varying upgrades throughout. Addition of RAM, different CPU (955 to 8320), GPU's (5770, 7850, 7970). Interesting to see how much it changes in just a little over 3 years.

This was in my Challenger after at least 2 attempts at cable management. I'm afraid to go digging for an older picture as it would look like a snake nest.

1001185p by [email protected], on Flickr

First attempt with the Phantom.

16813_2610611719976_297378270_n by [email protected], on Flickr

And now.

DSCN0898 by [email protected], on Flickr
 
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ninjabubbles3

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Looks really nice!

Only suggestion is maybe try routing the PCIe power from the holes instead of the ODD bay.

Also, where are the HD audio and front panel connectors?
 

Darren

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The way those cables fit in there I think it actually looks better coming from the cage rather than out one hole then making a big loop to turn around and plug in. I had it the other way before and like the way it looks better now.

Funny you mention those connectors. They're all there. The front panel connectors all come from the left of those two small holes down there, the cables are black and thin so pretty much invisible. The front audio connector is actually run through a hole behind the PSU that is just wide enough for it to fit through then run across the top of the PSU and in to the header. The hole is along the vertical edge of the PSU. Can kinda see here, in the upper right corner of it.
DSCN0899 by [email protected], on Flickr
 

Okedokey

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Run the PCIe cables down in between the heatsink and pcb and then through the opening behind the motherboard. Also, connect the case door fan directly on to the motherboard header near the bottom of the mobo (should be one there). Again, take the SATA cables and power from the DVD up and directly into the back tray and route the 24 pin through the back tray.
 

Darren

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Run the PCIe cables down in between the heatsink and pcb and then through the opening behind the motherboard. Also, connect the case door fan directly on to the motherboard header near the bottom of the mobo (should be one there). Again, take the SATA cables and power from the DVD up and directly into the back tray and route the 24 pin through the back tray.

I'm really confused by your first sentence. PCB and heatsink of what?

The Phantom has a built in fan controller, which is what the side fan is connected to.

Also not sure what you mean by the last one either. The SATA cables go through the side of the cage and then down behind the tray. Are you saying take them up to the top cutout that's noticeable in the last picture I posted, underneath the fan? SATA cable is too short for that, it just BARELY reaches where it is now.
 

Okedokey

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Geoff

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The way those cables fit in there I think it actually looks better coming from the cage rather than out one hole then making a big loop to turn around and plug in. I had it the other way before and like the way it looks better now.

Funny you mention those connectors. They're all there. The front panel connectors all come from the left of those two small holes down there, the cables are black and thin so pretty much invisible. The front audio connector is actually run through a hole behind the PSU that is just wide enough for it to fit through then run across the top of the PSU and in to the header. The hole is along the vertical edge of the PSU. Can kinda see here, in the upper right corner of it.
DSCN0899 by [email protected], on Flickr
Really liking the white case!
 

87dtna

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I don't see the need for white cables. I like the contrast of black/white, with white cables it would be to much white IMO. The only thing I'd change is to get rid of the orange sata cable and change it to a black one.
 

ninjabubbles3

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Darren

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I definitely wouldn't mind some white cables. I'd probably new a whole new PSU though. I might go back and do some adjustments at some point. I could probably get the ODD cables moved and might try something different with the GPU cables.

Also, ya'll are picky. :p
 
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87dtna

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New build with a Z97 and I7 4770k, and I picked up a refurb H80i when newegg was having a 25% off promo code so I paid $52.50 shipped for it and it came in a sealed package (looked bnib to me).

Awaiting the EVGA gtx780 thats in the mail, right now just popped in my old gts250. Will snap another pick once the 780 is in there :)

 

Geoff

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New build with a Z97 and I7 4770k, and I picked up a refurb H80i when newegg was having a 25% off promo code so I paid $52.50 shipped for it and it came in a sealed package (looked bnib to me).

Awaiting the EVGA gtx780 thats in the mail, right now just popped in my old gts250. Will snap another pick once the 780 is in there :)

What case is that? Looks like a pretty tight fit with the water cooler.
 

87dtna

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Rosewill Challenger black-

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147153

It is a small/tight case, but quite decent for the price.

The 280x that I had actually went a bit into those 3.5'' drive bays! But the cooler extended an inch past the PCB thats why. I know the 780 is going to be tight too, but not that tight.

I've been thinking about changing the case out for awhile now but can't decide on what I want. Been thinking of this one-

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811353010

I like the docking station, and I like the buttons on the top because my PC sits on the floor. It also has a black/red theme so it goes with everything else too. Plus it has removeable HDD cages since i don't use them anyway.
 
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