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- Feb 8, 2012
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- Motherboard
- Asus Z97 Sabertooth
- CPU
- i7-4790K
- Graphics
- 2x GTX 1070
- Mac
- Mobile Phone
Rickyreall84’s G5 Noir et argent
First off, thank you to everyone on the G5 thread and everyone who contributes to the tonymacx86 website. This is a different kind of G5 mod build log, not only am I going to show you the modding process, I am also going to show you my set up and explain everything as I go along. There is a common misconception on youtube and interwebs that you can't mod PCs without power tools or a huge assortment. I can honestly say, all the mods I have completed is with a 29 dollar dremel, screw gun, sandpaper, apoxy and paint. So my point is, anyone can mod if you have patience and research for creative ideas. In order to have a beautiful pc, you gots to have a great setup imo. The purpose of this mod is entertainment and 4k gaming. I upgraded from 1080p to 4k for the release of skyrim se, as I am a mod creator. unfortunately this build does not run OSX at the moment, because of my new GPU's. I am not going to continue to ramble, so lets get started shall we. I am going to list everything w/links for people interested in these parts and ideas for their own setups. Enjoy!
Components
First off, thank you to everyone on the G5 thread and everyone who contributes to the tonymacx86 website. This is a different kind of G5 mod build log, not only am I going to show you the modding process, I am also going to show you my set up and explain everything as I go along. There is a common misconception on youtube and interwebs that you can't mod PCs without power tools or a huge assortment. I can honestly say, all the mods I have completed is with a 29 dollar dremel, screw gun, sandpaper, apoxy and paint. So my point is, anyone can mod if you have patience and research for creative ideas. In order to have a beautiful pc, you gots to have a great setup imo. The purpose of this mod is entertainment and 4k gaming. I upgraded from 1080p to 4k for the release of skyrim se, as I am a mod creator. unfortunately this build does not run OSX at the moment, because of my new GPU's. I am not going to continue to ramble, so lets get started shall we. I am going to list everything w/links for people interested in these parts and ideas for their own setups. Enjoy!
Components
Asus Sabertooth Z97 Mark I refurbished
Central Computers
Intel i7-4790k
Micro center
2 MSI GeForce GTX 1070 AERO 8G OC
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GUAJMRU/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
EVGA Pro SLI Bridge HB, 1 slot spacing
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HSRK8NQ/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Corsair Vengeance Pro Series 32GB DDR3 1866MHZ
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D2LGRO2/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Samsung 840 EVO 120GB SSD ahhh need to upgrade!
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E3W15P0/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Seasonic M12II-850 Bronze ATX 850 Power Supply
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00607JNIM/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Fans/Cables/Lighting
6 Corsair Air Series SP120 Quiet Edition and 2 SP120 Quiet Edition PWM
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835181025
2 SilenX iXtrema Pro 60mm Case Fans
http://www.frys.com/product/5382988?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
All Sleeved Cable extensions were provided by a store called central computer in the bay area
http://www.centralcomputers.com/default.aspx
Cablemod Cable Combs
http://www.performance-pcs.com/cablemod-cable-combs-4-28-slot-black.html
Anker Ultra Slim 4-Port USB 3.0 Data Hub
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XMD7KPU/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
DeepCool RGB360 LED Kit
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01760XHT2/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Topled Light LED TV USB Backlight kit
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FK32AXQ/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Peripherals/Screens
Vortex KBC Poker 3 Cherry Mx-blue
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00W02J4DA/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
WASD Keycaps
http://www.wasdkeyboards.com/index.php/products/keycap-mod-packs.html
Logitech MX Master Wireless Mouse
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TZR3WRM/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Kanto YU2 Powered Desktop Speaker Flat White
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GMPDAGS/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Akale Digital to Analog Audio Converter, Powered via USB
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HL37G14/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Fiio E10k USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LP3AMC2/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Premium 250 Ohm Headphones
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00193FT26/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
The Anchor-The original Under-desk headphone stand mount
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P31BMHG/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Samsung U28E590D 28-Inch UHD LED-Lit Monitor
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00YD3DBOC/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Hisense 43H7C2 43-Inch 4k Ultra HD Smart LED TV (2016 Model)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DO8MHMI/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Tilt TV Wall Mounting Bracket
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C6WQTN6/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Swivel Wall Mounting Bracket
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025PKFUI/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Hardware/Materials
Mountain Mods Modular Removable Motherboard Tray
http://www.mountainmods.com/mountain-mods-modular-removable-motherboard-tray-p-56.html
2 LEXAN 24 in. x 18 in. Polycarbonate Sheet (Plastic )
http://www.homedepot.com/p/LEXAN-24-in-x-18-in-Polycarbonate-Sheet-GE-07/202038064#.UZ0s0Cv704w
Darice Foamies Foam Sheet 2mm Adhesive back
http://www.joann.com/darice-glitter-foam-sheet-9inx12in-2mm/zprd_01618933a.html#sz=36&start=1
Rust-Oleum 7277830 Metallic Spray
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MRQCCG/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
Rust-Oleum FlexDip 276289 Black Spray
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-FlexiDip-11-oz-Black-Spray-Paint-276289/204726052
Performix 11247-6 Plasti Dip Bright Aluminum Metalizer
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P8XAGLW/?tag=tonymacx86com-20
CordMate Channel, White & 1/2 Baseboard Cord Channel, White
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Legrand-Wiremold-CordMate-Channel-White-C10/202059078
http://www.homedepot.com/p/CE-TECH-1-2-Round-Baseboard-Cord-Channel-White-A50-5W/205849287
2 CE TECH Low-Voltage Recessed Cable Plate, White
http://www.homedepot.com/p/CE-TECH-Low-Voltage-Recessed-Cable-Plate-White-5018-WH/202689906
3 G5 Enclosure (Yes I took 3 to complete this project)
Weird Stuff (PC salvage wharehouse)
G5 Gutted out Power Supply
Weird Stuff
Watercooling Parts
1 Magicool 360 G2 X-Flow Slim Radiator
http://www.performance-pcs.com/radiators/magicool-360-g2-slim-radiator-black.html
1 Magicool 240 G2 X-Flow Slim Radiator
http://www.performance-pcs.com/radiators/magicool-240-g2-slim-radiator-black.html
1 Magicool Pro Slim Profile 1X120mm Radiator Gen 1
http://www.performance-pcs.com/radiators/magicool-120-g2-slim-radiator-black.html
EK-Supremacy MX CPU Waterblock-Acetal
http://www.performance-pcs.com/water-blocks-cpu/ek-supremacy-mx-cpu-waterblock-acetal.html
2 EK-FC1070 GTX GW Waterblocks Nickel Plated with Acetal top
http://www.performance-pcs.com/wate...lock-with-acetal-top-for-nvidia-gtx-1070.html
2 EK-FC1070 GTX Nickel Anodized Backplates
http://www.performance-pcs.com/acce...te-for-ek-fc1070-gtx-series-water-blocks.html
EK-DDC XRES 100 CSQ Acetal & Ek-Res X3 250 Tube (204mm)
http://www.performance-pcs.com/reservoirs/ek-xres-100-ddc-acetal.html
http://www.performance-pcs.com/misc-brand-reservoirs-parts-accessories/ek-res-x3-tube-250-204mm.html
SWIFTECH MCP35X-BK 12 VDC Pump
http://www.performance-pcs.com/swiftech-mcp35x-bk-12-vdc-pump.html#Features
EK-UNI Pump Bracket 120mm fan vertical & EK-UNI Holder DDC V2
http://www.performance-pcs.com/ek-uni-pump-bracket-120mm-fan-vertical.html
http://www.performance-pcs.com/ek-uni-holder-ddc-v2.html
12 White PrimoChill Rigid Ghost Compression 3/8in ID x 1/2in OD Fittings [Painted Black]
Discontinued
2, 4 Pack Primochill 1/2 inch Rigid PETG Tubing
http://www.primochill.com/product/primochill-12in-rigid-petg-tube-36in-4-pack-clear/
Primochill intensifier black dye
http://www.primochill.com/product/primochill-intensifier-transparent-fluid-dye-black/
Primochill Anti-Microbial Coil
http://www.primochill.com/product/primochill-anti-microbial-silver-coil-2/
Distilled Water
Picture Time and Randomness!!
All the Fun Stuff! Birthday Presents!
This is the prepping period. I had to take apart every watercooling part and clean them thoroughly to avoid clogging and discoloration of the fluid.
I taped off around the cd slot and splatted on some epoxy with a puddy knife. It was a lot easier this time around because I had to basically create the mesh last time around. The epoxy this time had a solid base to adhere to. For anyone interested I taped the outer shell of the case because putting it back on is super annoying and a long process. Also, you risk scratching the top and bottom when reassembling. I also want to point out, please if you use JB weld, add even amounts of steel and hardener and mix it thoroughly to get the best results.
Just some touch up on the back stripe to flatten it up.
After an hour of hand sanding to make a flat surface.
I cut out 2 pieces of mesh from a part G5 I had lying around. The purpose was to press them both together with screws to ensure the holes line up and so I don't smash my dremel through the epoxy. Warning don't wear sandals when using tools kids.
This is the finished results. My brilliant idea worked, all the holes line up and with a little bit of sanding shes ready for a paint job.
This is the prepping period. I had to take apart every watercooling part and clean them thoroughly to avoid clogging and discoloration of the fluid.
I taped off around the cd slot and splatted on some epoxy with a puddy knife. It was a lot easier this time around because I had to basically create the mesh last time around. The epoxy this time had a solid base to adhere to. For anyone interested I taped the outer shell of the case because putting it back on is super annoying and a long process. Also, you risk scratching the top and bottom when reassembling. I also want to point out, please if you use JB weld, add even amounts of steel and hardener and mix it thoroughly to get the best results.
Just some touch up on the back stripe to flatten it up.
After an hour of hand sanding to make a flat surface.
I cut out 2 pieces of mesh from a part G5 I had lying around. The purpose was to press them both together with screws to ensure the holes line up and so I don't smash my dremel through the epoxy. Warning don't wear sandals when using tools kids.
This is the finished results. My brilliant idea worked, all the holes line up and with a little bit of sanding shes ready for a paint job.
Let the Painting begin! I repainted all the fittings, Panels, and other random parts that were chipping
This is the circles for the fans painted silver along with a heatsink from my motherboard. O and I forgot the SLI bridge. I used Plastidip for the silver and I don't really like it. I don't know if I coated it enough or not, but it peels super easy.
The only picture I have of the rebuilding process. I don't know if you can make it out, I used adhesive foam as grommets that the sleeved wires enter. I placed the foam over the backside of the panel then cut slits with a razor blade to feed the cables through. Give it a clean look imo
Finished mod and Setup
I don't know why my fluid looks purple with this camera. If you look I mounted my ssd against the wall on top of my 240mm rad. I added the asus sticker for some flair.
Setup and other modifications
I forgot to take a picture of it, the logitech master mouse was modding black from the ugly gold.
Met Jeff Gordon the Storm Trooper, no relation to the NASCAR driver. That's also my custom character for skyrim if anyone was wondering.
Ikea footstool with custom Mickey mouse cushion top, and yes my guitar matches my setup.
The Kanto YU2 speakers with my cactus Prickly Pete powered by corsair.
Fiio E10k DAC mounted in the ikea Mikael thingy.
Beyerdynamic DT 990 on the Anchor
Wanted to show the real color of the lights because the LEDs are showing up purple with the camera. These are a couple pictures taken with my iphone. I put a blue camera film filter on the front LED to match the theme of the setup
Then/Now
Thanks for looking and I hope you enjoyed. Feel free to comment and I will respond to the best of my ability with any questions you might have.
Met Jeff Gordon the Storm Trooper, no relation to the NASCAR driver. That's also my custom character for skyrim if anyone was wondering.
Ikea footstool with custom Mickey mouse cushion top, and yes my guitar matches my setup.
The Kanto YU2 speakers with my cactus Prickly Pete powered by corsair.
Fiio E10k DAC mounted in the ikea Mikael thingy.
Beyerdynamic DT 990 on the Anchor
Wanted to show the real color of the lights because the LEDs are showing up purple with the camera. These are a couple pictures taken with my iphone. I put a blue camera film filter on the front LED to match the theme of the setup
Then/Now
Thanks for looking and I hope you enjoyed. Feel free to comment and I will respond to the best of my ability with any questions you might have.
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