maddogl

http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/ppsKdC
seeing that he laready has the 250 the 7850k is probably a good choice over say a g3258 although cpu bound games may have some issues

You say that you don't know why it doesn't work, but have you asked for help on this forum before? If not I would suggest giving some more info about exactly why it doesn't work and we might be able to solve your problem. Although in terms of performance / currency, an APU is never a very good choice.

Project ARMADA
 
Index
Gigabyte Mainboard - http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/73352-project-armada-watercooled-define-r4-titanium-ek-waterblocks/?p=1007333
Define R4 - http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/73352-project-armada-watercooled-define-r4-titanium-ek-waterblocks/?p=1050429
Fans & Radiator - http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/73352-project-armada-watercooled-define-r4-titanium-ek-waterblocks/?p=1050988
Custom Cables - http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/73352-project-armada-watercooled-define-r4-titanium-ek-waterblocks/?p=1081853
LC Teleios - http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/73352-project-armada-watercooled-define-r4-titanium-ek-waterblocks/?p=1111740
EK Waterblocks - http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/73352-project-armada-watercooled-define-r4-titanium-ek-waterblocks/?p=1138980
RAM & Sleeving - http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/73352-project-armada-watercooled-define-r4-titanium-ek-waterblocks/?p=1196368
PrimoChill Tubing - http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/73352-project-armada-watercooled-define-r4-titanium-ek-waterblocks/?p=1205067
Corsair SP120's - http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/73352-project-armada-watercooled-define-r4-titanium-ek-waterblocks-completed-final-photos/?p=1206175
Bitspower Z Reservoir - http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/73352-project-armada-watercooled-define-r4-titanium-ek-waterblocks-completed-final-photos/?p=1226919
Completed - Final Photo's - http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/73352-project-armada-watercooled-define-r4-titanium-ek-waterblocks-completed-final-photos/?p=1232131
 
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Introduction
My third LinusTechTips build-log, this particular log will be different to my past, documenting far greater throughout the building process hopefully bringing more people into the log to share ideas.
May seem strange to start a new project when my previous Mercury build-log is not complete, but i assure you that log is coming to an end.
 
Several months ago i bought myself the Fractal Design Mini, have to say it suited my own personality perfectly, simple, sleek and small.
I've never been a person to throw colors at a build, normally resorting to dull colors, blacks greys and whites with a splash of color but for this particular log i feel like stepping outside the box a little.
 
I'm still going over this log in my head so changes to the components and design will fluctuate.
A large portion of the components within the log will be of an older generation, i intend to use my leftover components rather than sell them.
 
Please note this is not going to be a build-log where you should expect to see the highest end components, some of my choices may seem odd or unusual but I'm trying to keep my wallet intact throughout this log as much as possible.
 
Vision & Color Scheme
I'm still tossing up how i want to plan this build, i have plenty of water-cooling components that can be salvaged for this build and i have plenty of ideas for Air Cooling.
 
Well, I've made my decision, Water is it. I have so much spare water-cooling components it just seemed right, not to mention i enjoy the silence you get from water-cooling.
I've decided to integrate Aqua into this build, aside from the typical Grey & Blacks i believe the Aqua element will provide a nice bold & striking contrast color, especially in the EK Solid Tubing.
 
Main Components
Fractal Design R4 Titanium Gigabyte Z68X UD4-B3 Intel 1155 2600k Corsair Dominator GT 2133 (4x4GB) Silverstone Strider 1200w Gold Samsung 840 Pro (256GB) Gigabyte GTX Titan OC Watercooling Components
EKWB Supremacy Full Nickel Clean CSQ Waterblock EKWB Monarch Acetal Waterblock EBWB Titan SE Acetal & Nickel Clean CSQ Waterblock EBWB 2 x 240mm PE Radiator Laing D5 Vario Pump (Spare) Bitspower 150ml Z-Reservoir & Upgrade Kit Fittings & Tubing
EK-CSQ Nickel Compression Fitting x 4 EK-CSQ Black Compression Fitting x 8 PrimoChill Advanced LRT 3/8 x 1/2 Clear PrimoChill "Blue" Dye & Distilled Water Extras
16AWG 2.3mm Custom Cables  LC Teleios Sleeving (Aqua, Light Grey & Black) Closing
So just to advise everyone considering following this log, the updates will be slow, but detailed. I have limited time throughout the week up until Christmas, so time spent on this build will be minimal.
I'm looking forward to creating a build that can inspire others to reuse components all the while creating something beautiful.
 
Stay tuned.

EDIT:Im not even mad...Thats amazing:D

This guy right here.. No homo.

No comment.

Oops I missed that part, just added it.

The CX750M is based on a good mainstream platform, and it provides more usable power and performs better electrically than the NEX650G. Of course, it is less efficient and provide some cost down components since it belongs in a budget series of Corsair.
 
Either way, both unit will power the 7870 in CFX and both unit will be able to power the 280x. Unless you want to redo your cable management, just stick with the PSU you guys already have,

You seriously just managed to quote his post and not even read it....

I thought we are talking about for you? Are you looking to get a new power supply?

and will a evga 650g be enough to power a r9 280x with an i5? yes 
my friend has a cx750m i am just wondering will it be enough to power 2 7870's? yes
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600W is the recommended for 2x 7870's, so you should be fine.
 
And 650W is enough for an i5 + R9 280x.

A decent 650w is already more than enough for a 7870 cf and 550w for a 280x. You should be fine with either psu.

Works no problem for me.

How about not even getting drunk?

it's not worth replacing your motherboard for a couple hundred's megahertz mate just keep your cpu at stock and forget about it.

Happy it worked for you :D .

Maybe try to reinstall your drivers.

I don't think it is damaged.  A blue screen is good, the fail safe activated and shut the computer down before any harm was done.
 
What are ambient temperatures?  What are load temperatures like?  The stock cooler is not a good cooler, its simply meant to get the job done, no frills.  If load temperatures are higher than 80C I would be a little concerned, but nothing a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO can't fix.

I would suggest going back to BF3. There are enough people still playing and I don't think COD will ever be like Modern Warfare (2) again.

I assume windows

acronis true image
PartedMagic(linux based, needs a flash drive to boot)

Hey there, @maddogl!   I personally like Acronis True Image when it comes to cloning, it's pretty good and easy to use, you can include or exclude whatever you want from the cloning process. The interface is pretty attractive as well. http://www.acronis.com/en-us Hope this helped.   Cheers, SuperSoph_WD

if you mean my OS then yes

Those are the ugliest cases I have ever seen in my whole life
 
Who in bloody hell would buy an expensive iPhone and put it in a $3 piece of shit case