Desktop parts in a laptop

[bigman420]

So I want a Quadro to take around with me instead of having to use company computers for CAD, the laptops available aren't fast enough for me and I also think this will be a fun project. So basically I'm planning to 3D print a laptop case and install desktop parts into it. I'm planning to water cool the CPU with a custom loop and probably a custom radiator. And the quadro itself ill keep the air cooler on and just create breathing holes in the laptop case. Building it I think won't be to difficult however I also plan to build a battery for it. I saw the DIY battery kit Linus did a video on and I'm looking to do something similar or completely different idk. I know I need a Module that converts dc to atx power but I don't fully understand the circuitry behind it. The battery is only meant for idle tasks like chrome and such and I want to use a wall outlet for more intensive rendering. However how would I even split the supply between the battery and wall outlet? Aswell how would I monitor the charge of the battery? Could I just gut a normal PSU and hook the battery up to that?

 

 

[Jurrunio]

Clevo modular laptops? You'll need MXM form factor GPU but the rest can be desktop grade.

[Firewrath9]

So you want to have a custom loop in a laptop? enjoy your 15 pound laptop!

[Mira Yurizaki]

If the usage of a Quadro is all you need, why not get a laptop with a Thunderbolt 3 port and keep the Quadro around in an eGPU enclosure?

 

[bigman420]

8 hours ago, Firewrath9 said:

So you want to have a custom loop in a laptop? enjoy your 15 pound laptop!

idc tbh its more of a project

[LienusLateTips]

Shouldn't you be calling this a "desktop w/ integrated screen" to avoid violating FTC regulations?

[Firewrath9]

Ok.

Pelican Case 1510:

19.75"x11"x7.6"

 

Screen:

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/GLm323/acer-sb220q-bi-215-1920x1080-75-hz-monitor-sb220q-bi

cut off/remove stand, add right angle HDMI + power

 

mix motherboard of your choice (9.6" square)

best 4-5inch cpu cooler (NH-L12?)

GPU parallel to board, use a riser cable

Strong TFX/Flex ATX PSU

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/GQrcCJ/fsp-group-500w-80-platinum-certified-flex-atx-power-supply-fsp500-50fspt

 

M.2SSD

 

And this in a separate box

https://www.rei.com/product/862518/goal-zero-yeti-400-portable-power-generator?CAWELAID=120217890000809475&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=15877485520&CATCI=pla-453538774074&cm_mmc=PLA_Google|404_148711|8625180001|none|18f56091-9d63-4bfc-88a7-22ebdf57a817|pla-453538774074&lsft=cm_mmc:PLA_Google_LIA|404_148711|8625180001|none|18f56091-9d63-4bfc-88a7-22ebdf57a817&kclid=18f56091-9d63-4bfc-88a7-22ebdf57a817&gclid=CjwKCAjw-ZvlBRBbEiwANw9UWjF8vQVfy_Sn_8A3oiGYvE6Kk6wpGfMOmNgNjD6_ZUlUbxoZFDK_VBoCK4wQAvD_BwE

[bigman420]

On 4/5/2019 at 4:52 PM, Firewrath9 said:

Ok.

Pelican Case 1510:

19.75"x11"x7.6"

 

Screen:

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/GLm323/acer-sb220q-bi-215-1920x1080-75-hz-monitor-sb220q-bi

cut off/remove stand, add right angle HDMI + power

 

mix motherboard of your choice (9.6" square)

best 4-5inch cpu cooler (NH-L12?)

GPU parallel to board, use a riser cable

Strong TFX/Flex ATX PSU

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/GQrcCJ/fsp-group-500w-80-platinum-certified-flex-atx-power-supply-fsp500-50fspt

 

M.2SSD

 

And this in a separate box

https://www.rei.com/product/862518/goal-zero-yeti-400-portable-power-generator?CAWELAID=120217890000809475&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=15877485520&CATCI=pla-453538774074&cm_mmc=PLA_Google|404_148711|8625180001|none|18f56091-9d63-4bfc-88a7-22ebdf57a817|pla-453538774074&lsft=cm_mmc:PLA_Google_LIA|404_148711|8625180001|none|18f56091-9d63-4bfc-88a7-22ebdf57a817&kclid=18f56091-9d63-4bfc-88a7-22ebdf57a817&gclid=CjwKCAjw-ZvlBRBbEiwANw9UWjF8vQVfy_Sn_8A3oiGYvE6Kk6wpGfMOmNgNjD6_ZUlUbxoZFDK_VBoCK4wQAvD_BwE

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ah good reply, couldn't find a proper monitor that's perfect though.

I'm gonna try to keep costs down by printing the case and doing some statics to make it sturdy.

I'm having my own radiator machined and gonna water cool it, I did some CAD and it'll fit nicely under the GPU

Good option for power I think I'm going with that, was hoping to build a battery but I think it's too dangerous/complicated.

 

lmao total price is still cheaper than the best laptop, got better hardware too, although it'll weigh a ton 

 

[bigman420]

On 4/4/2019 at 2:04 PM, Mira Yurizaki said:

If the usage of a Quadro is all you need, why not get a laptop with a Thunderbolt 3 port and keep the Quadro around in an eGPU enclosure?

 

whats the fun in that

[mrmoyer]

On 4/4/2019 at 10:48 AM, Jurrunio said:

Clevo modular laptops? You'll need MXM form factor GPU but the rest can be desktop grade.

Why go MXM when he's trying to go for desktop parts in a laptop gotta make it a challenge  . I think you could just buy a pci riser cable and water cool the gpu with a low profile cooler. Also suggestions since you're 3D printing it some viewing windows would be pretty cool.

[Jurrunio]

1 hour ago, mrmoyer said:

Why go MXM when he's trying to go for desktop parts in a laptop gotta make it a challenge  . I think you could just buy a pci riser cable and water cool the gpu with a low profile cooler. Also suggestions since you're 3D printing it some viewing windows would be pretty cool.

Mid range quadro cards and up have full length 267mm PCBs, too big for a portable (weightlifting champ standards) PC case