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I like the look! I think Spock's image above the reactor is nice, and if you did a memorial plaque below the reactor it would look really clean as well. I think the graphic of the Enterprise with the view of the decks is really a nice touch as well. 

Hello from a fellow Minnesotan PC modder!  This is going to be SO awesome! I can't wait to see the final result!

Heres some examples I'm playing around with for paint and graphics. Spock's image may change. I want to mill a memorial plaque to place somewhere as well. Today I've been researching different ways to create illuminated LCARS screen that may go on this side or backside of chassis... Maybe as illuminated SSD cover..

The Enterprise Warp Drive will serve as our HD activity meter. I've cut Darkside RGB light strip to fit inside. I've modified the drive's door with clear acrylic window to view PowerLED mounted inside.



Removed top of HD/SSD bay. The Warp Drive will be attached to this for easy installation or removal.

Darkside RGB light kits, http://mnpctech.com/pc-led-lights/
https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/phanteks_star_trek_enterprise_spock_nimoy_nvidia_evga_intel_gaming_pc_mnpctech_antec9h.jpg

Superbright 5mm LED mounted insode Warp Drive door for indicating Power On.


RGB light strip inside Warp Drive

More to come soon!

Thanks for checking out my build and commenting guys!
Will gave me license to adapt whichever Trek genre I wanted. I'm grabbing inspiration with a bit of the original series, cause I want to create an memorial plaque for Nimoy, and maybe the enterprise artwork from next gen, only because theres more higher quality artwork of the ship avail on the net. Next stage for this build was cutting a window in to chassis and shroud. This will be for viewing the Enterprise Warp Drive HD Activity meter. I used a Dremel with cutting wheel to make the first incision, then a Jigsaw with 18 TPI bi-metal cutting blade. The edges were filed before installing Black Edge trim u-channel on the chassis. I may place a Light Blue transparent window over the opening or leave it as is.




Black U-channel Rubber edge trim for finishing window or fan cut-outs, http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/u-channel-pc-computer-window-rubber-trim-molding-cable-management/

I'm back in the workshop with another build. This will be a liquid cooled 3-way 980 GTX gaming system for a friend. I'll post photos of the hardware as it arrives to me. The theme will be inspired by Star Trek. I'll be performing some case mods to the Phanteks Enthoo Luxe Full tower case. I really like this case for it's features.

I'll be hardlining with 1/2" OD x 3/8" ID, Mnpctech offers 24" & 12" pre-cut tubes here, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/petg-tube-clear-bend-petg-tubing-mnpctech/
 
fyi: will be expanding into metric sizes later this year
 

PETG Liquid Tube Cutter, http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/petg-and-pvc-ratchet-tube-cutter.html
 

 
Silicone Bending Cord for Acrylic or PETG, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/silicon-bending-insert-for-3-8-id-rigid-acrylic-or-petg-tubing-1-2-od.html

I created a full view replacement window panel so Will can show off the hardware in his Phanteks Enthoo Luxe case. It's CNC machined from 3/8" thick 100% cast acrylic.

Remove this Black factory case screw. You will replace it with the included Black Thumb screw included with the panel.

The bottom of the clear panel has groove that mounts over the lip of the Phanteks chassis.

The clear panel is mounted onto the chassis vertically, from the bottom first.

The clear panel includes this custom made lock washer. The raised portion of the washer must be positioned over the clear panel.

Use the included Black Thumb screw and lock washer to fasten in the clear panel.


 
I like the clean look of this Antec 380 front grill


 
The very 1st "Ph-antecs" case mod

 
Shrouding the Phanteks Luxe chassis is really easy....

 
Just make a cardboard template

 
Used my template to cut a piece of White opaque acrylic... everything took less than 30 mins... I will use adhesive backed velcro to attached the shroud, so it's easily removed.
 
Stay Tuned for more soon!

Thank you for the support!!
I will always TEST components before hardlining. Yesterday I tested the PMP 450/S Vario speed D5 pumps and Koolance RP-452X2 Dual Bay Res Rev 2.0. You can set this up for dual or single loops. I like using this set-up because it's very efficient and saves space inside a chassis this size.

The Enterprise Warp Drive will serve as our HD activity meter. I've cut Darkside RGB light strip to fit inside. I've modified the drive's door with clear acrylic window to view PowerLED mounted inside.



Removed top of HD/SSD bay. The Warp Drive will be attached to this for easy installation or removal.

Darkside RGB light kits, http://mnpctech.com/pc-led-lights/
https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/phanteks_star_trek_enterprise_spock_nimoy_nvidia_evga_intel_gaming_pc_mnpctech_antec9h.jpg

Superbright 5mm LED mounted insode Warp Drive door for indicating Power On.


RGB light strip inside Warp Drive

More to come soon!

The Enterprise Warp Drive will serve as our HD activity meter. I've cut Darkside RGB light strip to fit inside. I've modified the drive's door with clear acrylic window to view PowerLED mounted inside.



Removed top of HD/SSD bay. The Warp Drive will be attached to this for easy installation or removal.

Darkside RGB light kits, http://mnpctech.com/pc-led-lights/
https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/phanteks_star_trek_enterprise_spock_nimoy_nvidia_evga_intel_gaming_pc_mnpctech_antec9h.jpg

Superbright 5mm LED mounted insode Warp Drive door for indicating Power On.


RGB light strip inside Warp Drive

More to come soon!

The Enterprise Warp Drive will serve as our HD activity meter. I've cut Darkside RGB light strip to fit inside. I've modified the drive's door with clear acrylic window to view PowerLED mounted inside.



Removed top of HD/SSD bay. The Warp Drive will be attached to this for easy installation or removal.

Darkside RGB light kits, http://mnpctech.com/pc-led-lights/
https://mnpctech.com/images/companies/3/phanteks_star_trek_enterprise_spock_nimoy_nvidia_evga_intel_gaming_pc_mnpctech_antec9h.jpg

Superbright 5mm LED mounted insode Warp Drive door for indicating Power On.


RGB light strip inside Warp Drive

More to come soon!

Koolance makes great quality liquid components at a great price. This is 2nd build this year that utilized all Koolance's latest blocks and components. Everything installed nicely. Last night I created Star Trek style badges for the rear 140mm exhaust and front bezel grill while binge watching the Walking Dead. I want a brushed steel look for both of these.


Epoxied acrylic onto back of badges, to raise them off surface just a tad

120mm version Overkill fan ring from Ronnie Hara's "Game of Thrones" build. I've made 140mm version of the rear exhaust fan ion this build, PC Cooling Fan Grills, 80mm, 120mm, 140mm, 200mm, 230mm

Koolance makes great quality liquid components at a great price. This is 2nd build this year that utilized all Koolance's latest blocks and components. Everything installed nicely. Last night I created Star Trek style badges for the rear 140mm exhaust and front bezel grill while binge watching the Walking Dead. I want a brushed steel look for both of these.


Epoxied acrylic onto back of badges, to raise them off surface just a tad

120mm version Overkill fan ring from Ronnie Hara's "Game of Thrones" build. I've made 140mm version of the rear exhaust fan ion this build, PC Cooling Fan Grills, 80mm, 120mm, 140mm, 200mm, 230mm

Koolance makes great quality liquid components at a great price. This is 2nd build this year that utilized all Koolance's latest blocks and components. Everything installed nicely. Last night I created Star Trek style badges for the rear 140mm exhaust and front bezel grill while binge watching the Walking Dead. I want a brushed steel look for both of these.


Epoxied acrylic onto back of badges, to raise them off surface just a tad

120mm version Overkill fan ring from Ronnie Hara's "Game of Thrones" build. I've made 140mm version of the rear exhaust fan ion this build, PC Cooling Fan Grills, 80mm, 120mm, 140mm, 200mm, 230mm

Ballin X99 Rig w/ a custom case from Caselabs/Parvum, full watercooling, and completely soundproofed somehow. And, of course, buy ATI, ASUS, Gigabyte, MSI, Parvum, MNPCTECH, Caselabs, Ek, Primochill, and Bitspower and get them to make me totally ridiculous stuff for the rest of my life.

I'm back in the workshop with another build. This will be a liquid cooled 3-way 980 GTX gaming system for a friend. I'll post photos of the hardware as it arrives to me. The theme will be inspired by Star Trek. I'll be performing some case mods to the Phanteks Enthoo Luxe Full tower case. I really like this case for it's features.

I'll be hardlining with 1/2" OD x 3/8" ID, Mnpctech offers 24" & 12" pre-cut tubes here, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/petg-tube-clear-bend-petg-tubing-mnpctech/
 
fyi: will be expanding into metric sizes later this year
 

PETG Liquid Tube Cutter, http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/petg-and-pvc-ratchet-tube-cutter.html
 

 
Silicone Bending Cord for Acrylic or PETG, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/silicon-bending-insert-for-3-8-id-rigid-acrylic-or-petg-tubing-1-2-od.html

I created a full view replacement window panel so Will can show off the hardware in his Phanteks Enthoo Luxe case. It's CNC machined from 3/8" thick 100% cast acrylic.

Remove this Black factory case screw. You will replace it with the included Black Thumb screw included with the panel.

The bottom of the clear panel has groove that mounts over the lip of the Phanteks chassis.

The clear panel is mounted onto the chassis vertically, from the bottom first.

The clear panel includes this custom made lock washer. The raised portion of the washer must be positioned over the clear panel.

Use the included Black Thumb screw and lock washer to fasten in the clear panel.


 
I like the clean look of this Antec 380 front grill


 
The very 1st "Ph-antecs" case mod

 
Shrouding the Phanteks Luxe chassis is really easy....

 
Just make a cardboard template

 
Used my template to cut a piece of White opaque acrylic... everything took less than 30 mins... I will use adhesive backed velcro to attached the shroud, so it's easily removed.
 
Stay Tuned for more soon!

Our 1st wave of parts has arrived. Here is our parts list from Koolance.com, I've linked everything below and waiting for Res and pumps.

1x
http://koolance.com/rp-452x2-dual-5-25in-reservoir-for-1-2-pmp-450-s-pumps
2x
http://koolance.com/pmp-450-pump-id-13mm-1-2in
1x Koolance 380i CPU Block
http://koolance.com/cpu-380i-processor-water-block

1x Koolance Drain Valve,
http://koolance.com/vlv-bl1x2-ball-valve
2x
http://koolance.com/nozzle-coupling-adapter-swiveling-male-male

1x Pair of 3-way SLI Bridge connectors for liquid cooling,
http://koolance.com/video-connecting-block-2-cards-cnt-vdb1

3x
http://koolance.com/video-card-vga-nvidia-geforce-gtx-titan-x-water-block-vid-nxttnx






3x 980 GTX Backplates,
http://koolance.com/video-card-vga-nvidia-geforce-gtx-titan-x-back-plate-acc-pltnxttnx

Thanks for checking out my build and commenting guys!
Will gave me license to adapt whichever Trek genre I wanted. I'm grabbing inspiration with a bit of the original series, cause I want to create an memorial plaque for Nimoy, and maybe the enterprise artwork from next gen, only because theres more higher quality artwork of the ship avail on the net. Next stage for this build was cutting a window in to chassis and shroud. This will be for viewing the Enterprise Warp Drive HD Activity meter. I used a Dremel with cutting wheel to make the first incision, then a Jigsaw with 18 TPI bi-metal cutting blade. The edges were filed before installing Black Edge trim u-channel on the chassis. I may place a Light Blue transparent window over the opening or leave it as is.




Black U-channel Rubber edge trim for finishing window or fan cut-outs, http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/u-channel-pc-computer-window-rubber-trim-molding-cable-management/

I'm back in the workshop with another build. This will be a liquid cooled 3-way 980 GTX gaming system for a friend. I'll post photos of the hardware as it arrives to me. The theme will be inspired by Star Trek. I'll be performing some case mods to the Phanteks Enthoo Luxe Full tower case. I really like this case for it's features.

I'll be hardlining with 1/2" OD x 3/8" ID, Mnpctech offers 24" & 12" pre-cut tubes here, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/petg-tube-clear-bend-petg-tubing-mnpctech/
 
fyi: will be expanding into metric sizes later this year
 

PETG Liquid Tube Cutter, http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/petg-and-pvc-ratchet-tube-cutter.html
 

 
Silicone Bending Cord for Acrylic or PETG, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/silicon-bending-insert-for-3-8-id-rigid-acrylic-or-petg-tubing-1-2-od.html

I created a full view replacement window panel so Will can show off the hardware in his Phanteks Enthoo Luxe case. It's CNC machined from 3/8" thick 100% cast acrylic.

Remove this Black factory case screw. You will replace it with the included Black Thumb screw included with the panel.

The bottom of the clear panel has groove that mounts over the lip of the Phanteks chassis.

The clear panel is mounted onto the chassis vertically, from the bottom first.

The clear panel includes this custom made lock washer. The raised portion of the washer must be positioned over the clear panel.

Use the included Black Thumb screw and lock washer to fasten in the clear panel.


 
I like the clean look of this Antec 380 front grill


 
The very 1st "Ph-antecs" case mod

 
Shrouding the Phanteks Luxe chassis is really easy....

 
Just make a cardboard template

 
Used my template to cut a piece of White opaque acrylic... everything took less than 30 mins... I will use adhesive backed velcro to attached the shroud, so it's easily removed.
 
Stay Tuned for more soon!

I'm back in the workshop with another build. This will be a liquid cooled 3-way 980 GTX gaming system for a friend. I'll post photos of the hardware as it arrives to me. The theme will be inspired by Star Trek. I'll be performing some case mods to the Phanteks Enthoo Luxe Full tower case. I really like this case for it's features.

I'll be hardlining with 1/2" OD x 3/8" ID, Mnpctech offers 24" & 12" pre-cut tubes here, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/petg-tube-clear-bend-petg-tubing-mnpctech/
 
fyi: will be expanding into metric sizes later this year
 

PETG Liquid Tube Cutter, http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/petg-and-pvc-ratchet-tube-cutter.html
 

 
Silicone Bending Cord for Acrylic or PETG, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/silicon-bending-insert-for-3-8-id-rigid-acrylic-or-petg-tubing-1-2-od.html

I created a full view replacement window panel so Will can show off the hardware in his Phanteks Enthoo Luxe case. It's CNC machined from 3/8" thick 100% cast acrylic.

Remove this Black factory case screw. You will replace it with the included Black Thumb screw included with the panel.

The bottom of the clear panel has groove that mounts over the lip of the Phanteks chassis.

The clear panel is mounted onto the chassis vertically, from the bottom first.

The clear panel includes this custom made lock washer. The raised portion of the washer must be positioned over the clear panel.

Use the included Black Thumb screw and lock washer to fasten in the clear panel.


 
I like the clean look of this Antec 380 front grill


 
The very 1st "Ph-antecs" case mod

 
Shrouding the Phanteks Luxe chassis is really easy....

 
Just make a cardboard template

 
Used my template to cut a piece of White opaque acrylic... everything took less than 30 mins... I will use adhesive backed velcro to attached the shroud, so it's easily removed.
 
Stay Tuned for more soon!

I'm back in the workshop with another build. This will be a liquid cooled 3-way 980 GTX gaming system for a friend. I'll post photos of the hardware as it arrives to me. The theme will be inspired by Star Trek. I'll be performing some case mods to the Phanteks Enthoo Luxe Full tower case. I really like this case for it's features.

I'll be hardlining with 1/2" OD x 3/8" ID, Mnpctech offers 24" & 12" pre-cut tubes here, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/petg-tube-clear-bend-petg-tubing-mnpctech/
 
fyi: will be expanding into metric sizes later this year
 

PETG Liquid Tube Cutter, http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/petg-and-pvc-ratchet-tube-cutter.html
 

 
Silicone Bending Cord for Acrylic or PETG, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/silicon-bending-insert-for-3-8-id-rigid-acrylic-or-petg-tubing-1-2-od.html

I created a full view replacement window panel so Will can show off the hardware in his Phanteks Enthoo Luxe case. It's CNC machined from 3/8" thick 100% cast acrylic.

Remove this Black factory case screw. You will replace it with the included Black Thumb screw included with the panel.

The bottom of the clear panel has groove that mounts over the lip of the Phanteks chassis.

The clear panel is mounted onto the chassis vertically, from the bottom first.

The clear panel includes this custom made lock washer. The raised portion of the washer must be positioned over the clear panel.

Use the included Black Thumb screw and lock washer to fasten in the clear panel.


 
I like the clean look of this Antec 380 front grill


 
The very 1st "Ph-antecs" case mod

 
Shrouding the Phanteks Luxe chassis is really easy....

 
Just make a cardboard template

 
Used my template to cut a piece of White opaque acrylic... everything took less than 30 mins... I will use adhesive backed velcro to attached the shroud, so it's easily removed.
 
Stay Tuned for more soon!

I'm back in the workshop with another build. This will be a liquid cooled 3-way 980 GTX gaming system for a friend. I'll post photos of the hardware as it arrives to me. The theme will be inspired by Star Trek. I'll be performing some case mods to the Phanteks Enthoo Luxe Full tower case. I really like this case for it's features.

I'll be hardlining with 1/2" OD x 3/8" ID, Mnpctech offers 24" & 12" pre-cut tubes here, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/petg-tube-clear-bend-petg-tubing-mnpctech/
 
fyi: will be expanding into metric sizes later this year
 

PETG Liquid Tube Cutter, http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/petg-and-pvc-ratchet-tube-cutter.html
 

 
Silicone Bending Cord for Acrylic or PETG, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/silicon-bending-insert-for-3-8-id-rigid-acrylic-or-petg-tubing-1-2-od.html

I created a full view replacement window panel so Will can show off the hardware in his Phanteks Enthoo Luxe case. It's CNC machined from 3/8" thick 100% cast acrylic.

Remove this Black factory case screw. You will replace it with the included Black Thumb screw included with the panel.

The bottom of the clear panel has groove that mounts over the lip of the Phanteks chassis.

The clear panel is mounted onto the chassis vertically, from the bottom first.

The clear panel includes this custom made lock washer. The raised portion of the washer must be positioned over the clear panel.

Use the included Black Thumb screw and lock washer to fasten in the clear panel.


 
I like the clean look of this Antec 380 front grill


 
The very 1st "Ph-antecs" case mod

 
Shrouding the Phanteks Luxe chassis is really easy....

 
Just make a cardboard template

 
Used my template to cut a piece of White opaque acrylic... everything took less than 30 mins... I will use adhesive backed velcro to attached the shroud, so it's easily removed.
 
Stay Tuned for more soon!

I'm back in the workshop with another build. This will be a liquid cooled 3-way 980 GTX gaming system for a friend. I'll post photos of the hardware as it arrives to me. The theme will be inspired by Star Trek. I'll be performing some case mods to the Phanteks Enthoo Luxe Full tower case. I really like this case for it's features.

I'll be hardlining with 1/2" OD x 3/8" ID, Mnpctech offers 24" & 12" pre-cut tubes here, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/petg-tube-clear-bend-petg-tubing-mnpctech/
 
fyi: will be expanding into metric sizes later this year
 

PETG Liquid Tube Cutter, http://mnpctech.com/case-mods-gaming-pc-liquid-modding-custom-computer-mnpctech-overclock-cooling-fan-grills/petg-and-pvc-ratchet-tube-cutter.html
 

 
Silicone Bending Cord for Acrylic or PETG, http://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/silicon-bending-insert-for-3-8-id-rigid-acrylic-or-petg-tubing-1-2-od.html

I created a full view replacement window panel so Will can show off the hardware in his Phanteks Enthoo Luxe case. It's CNC machined from 3/8" thick 100% cast acrylic.

Remove this Black factory case screw. You will replace it with the included Black Thumb screw included with the panel.

The bottom of the clear panel has groove that mounts over the lip of the Phanteks chassis.

The clear panel is mounted onto the chassis vertically, from the bottom first.

The clear panel includes this custom made lock washer. The raised portion of the washer must be positioned over the clear panel.

Use the included Black Thumb screw and lock washer to fasten in the clear panel.


 
I like the clean look of this Antec 380 front grill


 
The very 1st "Ph-antecs" case mod

 
Shrouding the Phanteks Luxe chassis is really easy....

 
Just make a cardboard template

 
Used my template to cut a piece of White opaque acrylic... everything took less than 30 mins... I will use adhesive backed velcro to attached the shroud, so it's easily removed.
 
Stay Tuned for more soon!

Just finished and listed the Enthoo Primo version here, http://mnpctech.com/phanteks-case-mods/
You need to remove the 5.25 optical bay and the bottom 240/280 fan radiator bracket (pictured below). I looked into every scenario possible to avoid this, but it was unavoidable for creating an unobstructed view into the chassis.

Hey gang, I've received a lot of inquiries this week asking where I've posted my free templates?! for PC cooling fans and radiators

LINK, http://mnpctech.com/pc-cooling-fan-templates.html

They're handy if you're cutting your own holes for fans or radiators. Sizes include 60mm, 80mm, 92mm, 120mm, 140mm. Just join the dual radiator templates to create a large template for 360, 420 and radiators. Before printing, you must select "None" for page scaling in your print dialogue box.
 
There is also video guide at top of page on using Hole Saw Attachments to make fan holes in your PC chassis or panels. Have fun and don't forget to wear proper eye protection when using power tools!

Hey gang, I've received a lot of inquiries this week asking where I've posted my free templates?! for PC cooling fans and radiators

LINK, http://mnpctech.com/pc-cooling-fan-templates.html

They're handy if you're cutting your own holes for fans or radiators. Sizes include 60mm, 80mm, 92mm, 120mm, 140mm. Just join the dual radiator templates to create a large template for 360, 420 and radiators. Before printing, you must select "None" for page scaling in your print dialogue box.
 
There is also video guide at top of page on using Hole Saw Attachments to make fan holes in your PC chassis or panels. Have fun and don't forget to wear proper eye protection when using power tools!