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Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 4:58pm

I can only imagine just how clean the DS systems will look with the big kit... Love the improvements you guys are always making... wow!

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Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 5:21pm

looking great!

What fans do you typically use for the radiators?

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Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 5:41pm

Usually we use Zalman fans.

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Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 6:05pm

That thing looks awesome. I want that setup....but I'm afraid to see what the price is going to be LOL.

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Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 6:26pm

The Sub-Zero LCS is now available on the configurator.

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Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 6:41pm

Cant stop drooling over the new options, maybe I can sell one one of my kidneys to fund my future DS rig.

One thing though, did you guys really pump liquid nitrogen through the LC system? Isn't that supposed to be bad for the pumps and tubing?

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Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 6:43pm

Nice

I think the nitro was for fun.

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Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 7:01pm

Yes it was for fun.

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Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 8:34pm

Very cool. I like that you offered a "lower end" stage this time. The new pump/res is neat as well.

I'm assuming the FrostChill offers less performance than the old frostbite, while the SubZero is much better than the frostbite?

Keep it up! Next thing you know, DS computers will start looking as fancy-schmancy as murdermod rigs, and I don't think anyone would complain about that Ouch

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Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 8:39pm

you are getting a better cpu block and a bigger rad with subzero, so you will see a little bit of temp difference there.

but I doubt you will see a difference between frostbit and frostchill on cpu.

hey Alex which loop are you guys putting the mobo block on? is the same loop no matter if the person get 1,2 or 3 gpus?

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Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 8:48pm

The chipset loop will be on the CPU loop.

The FrostChill is the FrostBite system, just a fresh new name.

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Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 9:15pm

Originally posted by Alex

The FrostChill is the FrostBite system, just a fresh new name.

Sneaky devils!

The frostbite was a single rad the whole time? I thought it was a dual rad for some reason.

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Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 9:15pm

I definitely like the direction DS is going. I do have a question though. How much better is the Subzero LC system than Frostbite? I see that its a $100 difference between the two. How much better are the temps with the Subzero LC system as opposed to the Frostbite?

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Posted: 14 Nov 2009 at 2:35am

white tubing > all

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Posted: 14 Nov 2009 at 2:41am

Thanks Alex

@Sneakerz, with a dual rad and a better WB for cpu, there is possibility of around 5c difference I think.

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Posted: 14 Nov 2009 at 7:11am

We've seen a 10'C-15'C difference between the FrostChill and Sub-Zero LCS units under full load on a 4.0GHz OC'd i7-920.

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Posted: 14 Nov 2009 at 5:21pm

O M G.

I'm like half tempted to call in and have my order changed even though its been 4 days since I got my Stage 5 notification. I somehow feel my product is no longer superior and its already outdated and hasn't left the factory. When I built it I upgraded for 90 bucks to the 360mm rad, but this LC option didn't exist, so now I feel like I should complete the system.

Alex do you know how much it would cost given my previous 360mm upgrade and how long a delay it might cause? For that matter would it even be worth it given I already have the 360mm rad?

Hmmm choices to delay my PC or not... that does look pretty sexy I definitely approve Ermm

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Posted: 14 Nov 2009 at 5:28pm

Give us a call, we can still make changes for you, but, there will be a small re-build fee since we will have to take apart the system, re-do the complete build and re-test and tune the computer with the new system.

If you already have the 240mm radiator, it won't be that big of a difference, it's your choice bud.

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Posted: 03 Jan 2010 at 2:53am

Hello Alex,

Just a quick question. I am new to liquid cooling.

Liquid Cooling – This type of cooling utilizes specially formulated liquid to regulate the heat generated by the different components in your system. A complete system consists of a: pump, reservoir tank, liquid blocks, and radiator. Liquid cooling in general increases overclocks significantly compared to air cooling. The down side to liquid cooling is the maintenance that is sometimes

(after 2-3 years) required and its price.

What is the maintenance that is required with liqiud cooling? Also what is the specially formulated liquid, Prestone?

Thanks for any info!

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Posted: 03 Jan 2010 at 3:13am

they use fluidxp or feser fluids I think, I'm sure Alex can tell us which brand they are using now.

the maintenance is flushing, its a good idea to flush the system every 3 years.

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Posted: 03 Jan 2010 at 5:59am

How is the best way to flush the system drain the rad?

Thanks for the info.

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Posted: 03 Jan 2010 at 4:10pm

Call DS they will walk you thru. easiest way I guess would be a drain valve

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