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Best Option for 1TB of SSD Storage

I've already got a 3 TB fileserver connected via crossover cable, plus a 1 TB drive on my router which is used for the extra important stuff (ie: the stuff I want backed up in two places).
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- Post #12
- Nov 18, 2014
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Best Option for 1TB of SSD Storage

Agreed. I've got the most common stuff covered. The drives will be well cooled, likely powered by a SuperFlower or Seasonic PSU, in a system that is connected to an Active UPS. OS and OS-integrated software (drivers, core utilities) I estimate to max out at 60GB. The partition will likely be...
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- Post #6
- Nov 18, 2014
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Best Option for 1TB of SSD Storage

I'm looking to build a new PC in the next month. Some quick calculations show my expected storage needs on the PC to be between 600-800GB (plus a local file server). My goal is to avoid spindle disks entirely. I have no need or plan to configure this as a single volume. Regardless of the...
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- Nov 18, 2014
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Devil's Canyon Gaming mATX Build (critique)

The 350D has space for two 140mm intake fans. Its 210mm wide, and I've got a couple plans to make that fit. Believe it or not, when I'm gaming on the current build, (same 770, 2600k @ 4.5), the PSU fan on the X650 does not spin up. Documentation says it should, but it doesn't. It only spins up...
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- Post #33
- Nov 13, 2014
- Forum: Computer Building
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Devil's Canyon Gaming mATX Build (critique)

Yes. It's nearly doubling my expected max-draw. However, I'm more interested in efficiency curves. Theoretically, I shouldn't care whether the PSU maxes out at 500W or 1500W, I just care about what sort of efficiency and power quality I get at 100-350W. From what I can guess, the XTR and the...
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- Post #31
- Nov 13, 2014
- Forum: Computer Building
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Devil's Canyon Gaming mATX Build (critique)

Granted. Note that the build as it is won't top 400w, even fully loaded. However, it will likely break 200w while gaming, so it would push the XTR into fanned mode. Still, it wouldn't be louder than the 770. Done. No longer thinking about the RM. Current leaders are: SilentNight: Fanless...
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- Post #29
- Nov 13, 2014
- Forum: Computer Building
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Devil's Canyon Gaming mATX Build (critique)

A helpful (and no doubt attractive) person pointed out that NewEgg is currently selling the Rosewill Silent Night 500w for $100. That's a SuperFlower fanless build which looks to be a rebranded Kingwin Stryker which was just a rebranded SuperFlower Golden Silent. It's Platinum rated, comes...
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- Post #26
- Nov 13, 2014
- Forum: Computer Building
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Devil's Canyon Gaming mATX Build (critique)

Oh, I saw it. It is an interesting option. It would drastically change the build design, and I think the biggest issues would be dealing with the side vents. Normally, those are bad for noise, but with the narrow case, you'd need a top-down CPU cooler and those would be the primary intakes...
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- Post #19
- Nov 12, 2014
- Forum: Computer Building
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Devil's Canyon Gaming mATX Build (critique)

It's just as wide as the 350D, and it was one of the alternatives. However, while I love how quiet my P182 is, it wasn't the best performer for cooling, and I think the case-venting GTX 770 is only going to make that worse. It's a good choice, but in my opinion (which could be ultimately...
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- Post #18
- Nov 12, 2014
- Forum: Computer Building
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Devil's Canyon Gaming mATX Build (critique)

I really like the DS4. I am really sad that the power power button is right in the middle of the top edge, begging for kitty paws to power down my PC. And yes, it happens. I have a Lian Li PC-9F right now with an old credit-card taped over the power button (on one side, turning it into a...
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- Post #16
- Nov 12, 2014
- Forum: Computer Building
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Devil's Canyon Gaming mATX Build (critique)

Yup. Half of the build's life will be spent as a Linux server. That's why I'm willing to pay extra for UEFI fan control rather than relying on software solutions. While I have the ability to write my own fan controller software for Linux, I'd rather not.
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- Post #14
- Nov 12, 2014
- Forum: Computer Building
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Devil's Canyon Gaming mATX Build (critique)

If the AF140's are not worth keeping, then the next candidates for the front intake would be Antec TrueQuiet 140's, Phanteks 140mm PWM, or a 140mm Noctua (which would be the most expensive).
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- Post #11
- Nov 12, 2014
- Forum: Computer Building
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Devil's Canyon Gaming mATX Build (critique)

I know it. That would be the plan. I'm okay with the vents being there. It's all but impossible to find a case that fits my needs without them. I just don't want to be required to use them.... because then I can choose to block them with foam/fiber board. Agreed. I've switched the PSU over...
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- Post #5
- Nov 12, 2014
- Forum: Computer Building
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Devil's Canyon Gaming mATX Build (critique)

I've been around a while. Just haven't posted. Sadly, it's pretty hard. The space available was physically measured to be 206mm, but I'm going to break out some tools to try to push that to 210mm, hopefully with just a little extra. I may be able to do some more magic to push it further, but...
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- Post #4
- Nov 12, 2014
- Forum: Computer Building
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Devil's Canyon Gaming mATX Build (critique)

First, lets get the standard questions out of the way: 1: Purpose: Moderate gaming (non-FPS, generally), general use, software development with some VM usage. PC will be on nearly 24/7 in living room. 2: Budget: Flexible. Aiming to keep upcoming purchases under $1500 USD 3: Country: US 5...
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- Nov 12, 2014
- Replies: 34
- Forum: Computer Building
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anything wrong with not using a case?

A number of things, yes. First would be the fact that you've got completely exposed electronics in a place that I have to assume is going to have nearby moving objects (you). Bumping a video card or CPU heatsink with your leg or arm can have very bad consequences. Next up, unless your desk is...
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- Post #2
- Oct 22, 2014
- Forum: Cases & Cooling

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