Wall-mounted PC build.

[HunterScott]

Hey guys! This is going to be the start of the planning and execution of a wall-mounted PC build.

The truth be told is that I'm not the most experienced when it come's down to DIY, so this will either end up beautiful (with the trusty assistance of you able individuals); or absolutely terrible.

Whilst my PC knowledge is okay, I'm absolutely terrible when it comes to building anything. 

 

To begin with, what would you say was crucial for a wall-mounted PC build? Maybe some of you have built one previously and can impart some tips to assist me as I progress?

 

29/08/2017: Currently compiling my part's list which are due to be ordered via next-day delivery at the weekend.

 

Thank you in advance!

[Merp83]

4 minutes ago, HunterScott said:

Hey guys! This is going to be the start of the planning and execution of a wall-mounted PC build.

The truth be told is that I'm not the most experienced when it come's down to DIY, so this will either end up beautiful (with the trusty assistance of you able individuals); or absolutely terrible.

Whilst my PC knowledge is okay, I'm absolutely terrible when it comes to building anything. 

 

To begin with, what would you say was crucial for a wall-mounted PC build? Maybe some of you have built one previously and can impart some tips to assist me as I progress?

 

29/08/2017: Currently compiling my part's list which are due to be ordered via next-day delivery at the weekend.

 

Thank you in advance!

Great tip - get that airflow in there, little heat and quiet af is also beautiful

[HunterScott]

5 minutes ago, Merp83 said:

Great tip - get that airflow in there, little heat and quiet af is also beautiful

Little heat, quiet af and great airflow - noted! 

[Merp83]

Just now, HunterScott said:

Little heat, quiet af and great airflow - noted! 

Curiosity - how much ya spending? and what specs do you have planned?

[RollinLower]

what is your plan for this wallmounted build? are you going to keep it on air or are you going to watercool, and if so, what is the layout you're planning?

[HunterScott]

12 hours ago, RollinLower said:

what is your plan for this wallmounted build? are you going to keep it on air or are you going to watercool, and if so, what is the layout you're planning?

I was thinking about integrating water-cooling, but this is an area that I haven't stepped into in the past. I'll probably just stick with a water-cooled CPU block but I guess issues may arise with creating a custom mount to attach the radiator to. I would love to integrate a custom water-cooling system, but I don't want to run before I can walk. Do you have any suggestions?

12 hours ago, Merp83 said:

Curiosity - how much ya spending? and what specs do you have planned?

I'm looking to go above and beyond my current spec. I'm still debating whether to have an AMD build as my current PC is Intel. 

If it was AMD, I would follow this build but may swap out the RX 480 for a 1080.

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD - Ryzen 7 1800X 3.6GHz 8-Core Processor  (£407.94 @ Aria PC) 
CPU Cooler: Deepcool - Maelstrom 120K 61.9 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  (£39.99 @ Ebuyer) 
Motherboard: Asus - STRIX B350-F GAMING ATX AM4 Motherboard  (£109.89 @ BT Shop) 
Memory: Corsair - Vengeance RGB 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory  (£148.80 @ Alza) 
Storage: Samsung - 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  (£86.97 @ Amazon UK) 
Storage: Seagate - FireCuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Hybrid Internal Hard Drive  (£84.84 @ Aria PC) 
Video Card: Asus - Radeon RX 480 8GB ROG STRIX Video Card 
Power Supply: Corsair - RMx 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  (£84.20 @ Amazon UK) 
Total: £962.63
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-08-30 10:21 BST+0100

 

 

Where as if it was Intel, I would swap the Ryzen 7 for an  i7 - 7700k and use the same motherboard but the Intel socket variant - I would probably explore buying the Intel chip set second-hand also! 

Edited August 30, 2017 by HunterScott
Specify purchasing route of Intel i7 7700k.

[cluelessgenius]

5 minutes ago, HunterScott said:

I was thinking about integrating water-cooling, but this is an area that I haven't stepped into in the past. I'll probably just stick with a water-cooled CPU block but I guess issues may arise with creating a custom mount to attach the radiator to. I would love to integrate a custom water-cooling system, but I don't want to run before I can walk. Do you have any suggestions?

I'm looking to go above and beyond my current spec. I'm still debating whether to have an AMD build as my current PC is Intel. 

If it was AMD, I would follow this build but may swap out the RX 480 for a 1080.

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD - Ryzen 7 1800X 3.6GHz 8-Core Processor  (£407.94 @ Aria PC) 
CPU Cooler: Deepcool - Maelstrom 120K 61.9 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  (£39.99 @ Ebuyer) 
Motherboard: Asus - STRIX B350-F GAMING ATX AM4 Motherboard  (£109.89 @ BT Shop) 
Memory: Corsair - Vengeance RGB 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory  (£148.80 @ Alza) 
Storage: Samsung - 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  (£86.97 @ Amazon UK) 
Storage: Seagate - FireCuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Hybrid Internal Hard Drive  (£84.84 @ Aria PC) 
Video Card: Asus - Radeon RX 480 8GB ROG STRIX Video Card 
Power Supply: Corsair - RMx 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  (£84.20 @ Amazon UK) 
Total: £962.63
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-08-30 10:21 BST+0100

 

 

Where as if it was Intel, I would swap the Ryzen 7 for an  i7 - 7700k and use the same motherboard but the Intel socket variant! 

well if you want to go low profile and your budget allows it you could ask parvum for a flat res. just check them out they are awesome 

also dont just screw it all to a wooden board and mount it get creative 

oh and maybe try 3d modelling it if you can to get an idea of what itll look like 

[HunterScott]

1 minute ago, cluelessgenius said:

well if you want to go low profile and your budget allows it you could ask parvum for a flat res. just check them out they are awesome 

also dont just screw it all to a wooden board and mount it get creative 

oh and maybe try 3d modelling it if you can to get an idea of what itll look like 

I'll definitely take a look at Parvum - thank you for the referral. I've been exploring various 3D printing options, and with the huge reduction in price for consumer models and their increased practicability, I may buy one to use in conjunction with this build and others in the future.

[cluelessgenius]

Just now, HunterScott said:

I'll definitely take a look at Parvum - thank you for the referral. I've been exploring various 3D printing options, and with the huge reduction in price for consumer models and their increased practicability, I may buy one to use in conjunction with this build and others in the future.

sounds cool just make sure to use print material thats sturdy and can take a bit of heat - just in case

[HunterScott]

14 minutes ago, cluelessgenius said:

sounds cool just make sure to use print material thats sturdy and can take a bit of heat - just in case

Do you have any suggestions for consumer level 3D printers within the £300 mark?

[cluelessgenius]

well it depends on what you are comfortable with. me personally i would get the anet A8 from china for 150ish bucks or so.

[HunterScott]

9 minutes ago, cluelessgenius said:

well it depends on what you are comfortable with. me personally i would get the anet A8 from china for 150ish bucks or so.

Something user-friendly and easy to get the hang of really. I'll have a look at the A8 - thank you once again!

[cluelessgenius]

2 hours ago, HunterScott said:

Something user-friendly and easy to get the hang of really. I'll have a look at the A8 - thank you once again!

idk about all that but i heared it has good accuracy and quality for its price but there is still some assembly and tinkering required i think