[Complete] Neptune 2.0: Reverse Polarity - NZXT Switch 810 Reverse ATX Dwood Pedestal Build

[joejoe69]

I was completely content with the former version of Neptune (http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/43430-neptune-nzxt-switch-810-water-cooled-build/) but a Dwood pedestal had me putting the mod hat back on once again. This time, I jump off the cookie cutter trend of case configurations and reversed the case to build a one-off system that would never be mistaken as an LD or 900D ripoff. My plan worked as some could not identify what this behemoth of a case was as they stare into the acrylic tubes that flow seamlessly into its mid panel which resembles a pool Mayhems Pastel Blue Berry coolant.

Everything in this build, from the bent acrylic panels and tubing, down to every single paracord sleeved cable, was built in-house and not outsourced (except for my CF SLI cover, which was laser cut at work with the help of a good friend and fellow PC modder:p). I can happily say that I am now completely content to have finally completed the dream machine I have always wanted. I hope you guys enjoy watching it unfold as much as I enjoyed building it.

Enter:

Neptune 2.0

 

 

Parts List

 

 

- Core components -
Case: NZXT Switch 810 full tower (reverse ATX) w/ 3M Di-Noc Carbon Fiber and Dwood pedestal
CPU: Intel Core i7-3770K @ 4.6GHz, 1.248V (De-lidded)
MB: ASUS P8Z77-V Deluxe
GPU: EVGA GTX 680 x2 in SLI
RAM: Corsair Vengeance 1600MHz 16GB
PSU: Corsair HX1050 custom 550 Paracord sleeved
SSD: Intel 520 Series SSD 240GB
HDDs: WD Black 2TB
ODD: Don't need one...

- Liquid Cooling -
CPU block: Bitspower Summit EF
RAM block: Bitspower Universal RAM Module Kit
GPU block: Bitspower VG-NGTX680 x2 SLI (reference designed)
VRM block: Heat Killer MB-SET ASUS-P8X77-V LT
Radiators: XSPC EX480 / RX360 / EX240 / EX120 (1200mm)
Tubing: Bitspower Crystal Link / E22 12/10 Acrylic
Coolant: Mayhem's Pastel Blue Berry
Fittings: Bitspower Matte Black assorted fittings
Reservoir: Bitspower Multi-Z 250mL standalone
Pumps: Swiftech MCP655/D5 w/Bitspower D5TOPX2 pump top and pump mod kits
Fans: Corsair SP120/AF140 Quiet Editions

 

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Thanks for checking it out!!  See the progress here: http://www.overclock.net/t/1463505/finished-neptune-2-0-reverse-polarity-nzxt-switch-810-reverse-atx-dwood-pedestal-build

[ANUPLUCIFERGAMER]

Well, Hats off to this build . BTW, "Image 2306.JPG, that Boobies....

[TheSLSAMG]

Holy crap, that's beautiful

[wng_kingsley7]

Im just totally astonished by those who have created the most innovative pieces of art work seriously
like in iron man three when tony starks says everyone has their own hobby the first word that came into my mind "damn" build log of the week again
 

[JensHella]

O_O im speechless 

[wng_kingsley7]

last thing i want to say other than  nice car was how come you didnt want to maybe put an itx build with that atx build as well?
you could have probably pulled it off to have dual system watercooled in the background but nm that is my idea once haswell e is officially out
Looks like a Cheaper model of the nine hundred d from Corsair

[joejoe69]

last thing i want to say other than  nice car was how come you didnt want to maybe put an itx build with that atx build as well?

you could have probably pulled it off to have dual system watercooled in the background but nm that is my idea once haswell e is officially out

Looks like a Cheaper model of the nine hundred d from Corsair

 

Thanks!!  The Switch 810 w/pedestal was around waaaaay before Corsair's 900D.  How dare you compare that case to mine!! j/k

[itslegendddd]

Damn that carbon fiber is just eye candy :wub:

[joejoe69]

Damn that carbon fiber is just eye candy :wub:

Glad you like it as some think its an eye sore.

[CJPowell27]

The blue and carbon fiber offset each other nicely    I think any other color with that much carbon fiber would look cheesy but this is pr0n

[Vader]

Wow that's incredible! Good job!

[IDprofile]

Wow this is incredible work! I think this makes it into my top 3 favorite builds. It's so beautiful.

[joejoe69]

The blue and carbon fiber offset each other nicely    I think any other color with that much carbon fiber would look cheesy but this is pr0n

 

Yes.  I didn't want to add anymore like some have, in and out.

 

Wow that's incredible! Good job!

 

Wow this is incredible work! I think this makes it into my top 3 favorite builds. It's so beautiful.

 

Thanks!!

[Quantum]

Wow... how beautiful  :wub: .  

[doestilvoort]

what screens are that?

[Ace]

I really like the panel covering the power supply. It is a great colour match to your coolant and has the effect as if the coolant is filled in the lower portion of your case. I would love to see someone make a res that covers the bottom of the case.

[joejoe69]

Wow... how beautiful :wub: .

Thanks!!

what screens are that?

They're Dell S2340M 23" IPS LED Monitors.

I really like the panel covering the power supply. It is a great colour match to your coolant and has the effect as if the coolant is filled in the lower portion of your case. I would love to see someone make a res that covers the bottom of the case.

Thanks. I already have plan for it but it will be in a future build. I would really love to see NZXT make an Ultra Tower similar to this that can compete with the 900D, which to me is not the perfect case as everyone thinks it is...

[joejoe69]

Im just totally astonished by those who have created the most innovative pieces of art work seriously

like in iron man three when tony starks says everyone has their own hobby the first word that came into my mind "damn" build log of the week again

Thanks lol!! Is BOTW still around anywhere? I heard it's done in the after party...