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    Posted: 23 Nov 2010 at 4:10pm
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  Quote ablahblah Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 23 Nov 2010 at 11:21pm
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  Quote Alex Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 24 Nov 2010 at 12:50am
Yes! We sure did. Here are some posts from key press:

Engadget:
http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/23/digital-storms-liquid-chilled-gaming-pc-includes-4-6ghz-core-i7/

Gizmodo:
http://gizmodo.com/5696553/digital-storms-new-gaming-pcs-use-sub+zero-liquid-cooling-system-for-insane-overclocks

Hexus.net:
http://www.hexus.net/content/item.php?item=27636

HotHardware:
http://hothardware.com/News/Digital-Storm-Announces-SubZero-Liquid-Chilled-System/

Slashgear:
http://www.slashgear.com/digital-storm-unveils-new-sub-zero-gaming-pc-with-peltier-cooled-liquid-23115717/

Maximum PC:
http://www.maximumpc.com/article/news/digital_storm_unveils_sub-zero_liquid_cooling_system

Bit-Tech:
http://forums.bit-tech.net/showthread.php?p=2489967

TweakTown:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/17670/digital_storm_launches_sub_zero_liquid_chilled_gaming_rig/index.html

LegitReviews:
http://www.legitreviews.com/news/9493/

A a ton more!
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  Quote Tidgxor Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 24 Nov 2010 at 12:25pm
I actually took the time to read every single one of them I could find Big%20Smile

I can't wait to see some user reviews here on the forum!

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One thing you need to be aware of....well two things really....no three  Hahaha
Ok some items you need to take into consideration.

1.  There is a special contract or agreement you need to sign when ordering one of these special cooling systems. (not sure how public that document is so I wont go into details)

2.  You need a robust power circuit to run it as the TEC's can draw up to 750 watts themselves and if you have a 1200 watt system on top of that, you could easily overload a circuit in some rooms. (probably want a 10 or 15 amp circuit minimum)

3.  The Cooling system adds considerable time to the build process, estimates for my particular build seem to indicate at least a month start to finish in Build.


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  Quote Mr. Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 27 Nov 2010 at 4:01pm
well its a kick ass system so there must be a bite in it but i am wondering what kinda special agreement it is though...
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  Quote MagiK Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 27 Nov 2010 at 4:04pm
I think DSO might want to put up a sample form so people know what they are looking at before they order.  *I* personally didnt have an issue with it, but it may disuade some people for going with this particular cooling option.

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  Quote Tidgxor Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 27 Nov 2010 at 4:35pm
Mr.,

I agree with MagiK, I saw no major issue with the paperwork. They aren't asking for your first born or anything LOL.

The paperwork had nothing to do with me not getting the new system. The only reason I wasn't able to, was due to the massive limitations of my old 60amp service, in this late 40's apartment building. I couldn't manage the new system in addition to my two 10k BTU a/c units, without chancing blowing a fuse during microwave usage, dryer usage, etc.


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  Quote Raif Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 29 Nov 2010 at 5:21am
i definitely want to know what this paper work is before i would order it so it would be nice if they posted a copy of the paper work... i can understand if it is a agreement to not copy or sell the designs to another competitor or usage to your own advantage. i would kind of find that standard practice and acceptable.

so they draw 750 watts each... or as a whole? how do we find out how many amps it draws with a 1.2k watt psu plus the 4 te coolers. if the power draw is too high i may have to reconsider and go with the older subzero model.
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  Quote MagiK Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 29 Nov 2010 at 8:31am
Three TEC's rated at 250watts each total = 750watts
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  Quote Mikhailn Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 29 Nov 2010 at 12:14pm
Well it states clearly:

You need a circuit that can handle minimum of 10 amps. I dont know on what config they based their estimate but if you have 3-4 GPUs in your system #s may change. Dont forget about your monitor(s), lights, and other stuff you may have connected.
 
In short you need a 5-15 or 5-20 (preferably) outlet to support all your toys.

If this doesnt make any sense to you, speak to an eletrician or your land lord to make sure you wont have any problems powering up this rig.

Thats just specifics mixed w/ my opinion -- but theres more to this system that you need to be okay with before you sign that PDF agreement.
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  Quote wcboltman Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 30 Nov 2010 at 1:07am
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  Quote Landaulet Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 30 Nov 2010 at 2:10pm
Chilling



Hope there will be some video reviews,
maybe DS could do a video that's not a teaser lol.
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  Quote Alex Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 30 Nov 2010 at 3:12pm
Originally posted by wcboltman

Nice even the Boston Globe is on it: http://www.boston.com/business/technology/articles/2010/11/29/sub_zero_chill_straight_to_your_cpu/

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