Originally posted by: Bateluer
I must say, this thread was an informative read.
As it so happens, I'm also looking into water cooling when I overhaul my system this coming August. Keeping a computer cool running in a Phoenix summer is no easy task.
I was looking at a TT Big Water 745, but I'm hearing that TT isn't as reliable as other manufactures. A complete kit is a prefered method for me as well. Its just easier than buying everything seperately.
At the moment, I'm looking at a H20-220 Apex 'Ultra' kit from Swiftech, seen
here
The big thing I am concerned about is AM2 compatibility. As I understand the water cooling system, the water blocks are more or less universal. However, given that AMD did change some of the mounting systems for the AM2 socket, there is a chance that the included water block won't fit an AM2 CPU. Given my understanding, I would merely have to purchase a new waterblock, which would solve that problem, correct?
Swiftech's site didn't specify any preferred cases either. The
TT Kandalf and
Lian Li PC-V2000B both caught my eye. The TT is cheaper, but the Lian Li looks like it has more internal space, allowing one to mount a dual 120mm radiator internally. The Lian Li also looks better from a purely visual perspective.
Comments? Keep in mind, I would prefer to stay with a kit rather than buying everything seperately. In the case of the Swiftech, all the parts are sold seperately, the kit is just an 'easy bundle'.