here's the list of coolers in test: * Aerocool HT-101 [H] * TTIC NPH-101 [H] * Thermalright SP-94 [H] * Thermalright SLK948U * Coolermaster Hyper6 [H] * Coolermaster Vortex * Thermalright SB-2 * Thermalright XP120 [H] * Scythe NCU2000 [H] * Scythe FCS50 [H] * Evercool CUW8-715CA * Swiftech MCX478-V...

Not sure if I should be posting this in ‘Prebuilt’, but at the risk of it going unnoticed there, I’ve posted it here: Sony UK page Features: CPU heat is conducted to the radiator by a phase-change heatpipe system. Heatpipe radiator, cooled by a 120mm fan, is located where the PSU normally sits...

I bought the exact same Zalman, and it’s noisy. You’ll definitely be disappointed. Go with the Enermax NoiseTaker. Mike C has firsthand experience of the Enermax 325 and 475 (see SPCR PSU recommendation list).

SilentHardWare Review: Scythe NCU-2000 vs TT Fanless 103 I can't get Babel Fish to translate entire pages. You could try paragragh by paragrapgh... http://world.altavista.com/ ...I've not enough time right now.

Could you mount a 92/120mm fan to the NCU-2000?

I was aware of the 6A19, in fact it was the case I’d picked to use, but the 6919 may have a few advantages over the 6A19, based mainly on better air-flow. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v160/Magooo/6919fr.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v160/Magooo/6919rr.jpg Advantages are: * Panel thick...

I’m concerned about the disadvantages of using a case with a non-removable side panel (mobo side). Would I be right in thinking there might be two issues: 1/ Won’t be able to apply sound damping material to the inside of that panel?? 2/ Won’t be able to hide excess wiring between mobo panel an...

Does it employ PWM? Can it control a CPU fan (AeroCool HT-101 specificaly)?

Review

How efficient are these compared to the type of filter found in the Compucase LX-6A19 and 6919?

When removing the drive bay structure in Sonata’s and BQE’s and similar cases, to improve air-flow, and not wanting to suspend drives, just turn the drives 90 degrees and mount them conventionally, then where can you find replacement after-market drive bay cages (both 3.5 & 5.25)? Haven't seen them ...

In my endless search for a case, I’ve now short-listed the Fong Kai FK-320. But are Fong Kai available in the UK?

I’m personally sold on Enermax NoiseTakers, but if you’re considering the Tagans, perhaps check out the OCZ modified versions. I don’t know if they cure the clicking – read the reviews... http://www.datafuse.net/page.php?news=140 http://www.madshrimps.be/?action=getarticle&articID=187 http://www.dri...

Was the Fong Kai FK330 not good enough? It seemed to get a very good review.

I purchased a Samsung SP0411N 40GB – OEM “slimline” about a month ago. http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/Samsung_Hard_Drives.html I had it mounted in a top 5.25” bay, away from any fans. The only way I could hear it, was to put my ear flat against the bay facia while it was seeking, only then ...

From what I’ve read on these forums Mike, although Samsung are generally considered very quiet, there have been instances of them being noisy. There’s a few threads on here, where people have tried to work out why, by swapping HD label data, but I don’t think anyone reached a conclusion on it.

I purchased a Samsung SP0411N 40GB – OEM “slimline” about a month ago. http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/Samsung_Hard_Drives.html I had it mounted in a top 5.25” bay, away from any fans. The only way I could hear it, was to put my ear flat against the bay facia while it was seeking, only then c...

My main dislike about Acryl cases is the inherent "bling bling"-factor involved. Agreed. One thing that occurred to me was that acrylic doesn’t have to be transparent, of course, it can be made opaque – probably cheaper that way too. I’ve just read a few reviews and temperatures seem okay...to 4 de...

Surprised too at Mikes appraisal. So we should all be using acrylic cases. A few disadvantages I can think of... 1/ Not easy to mod the acrylic, should you wish to. 2/ EMI emissions – I’m probably the only one here that worries about EMI. Lining the case with modders honey-combe mesh, or painting th...

I just happened to come across the same case (at least I think it's the same) on another forum I was browsing. Maybe this can help you: http://www.alienware.co.uk/system_pages/area-51.aspx Similar, but not the same. I phoned Demonite, and they're now saying it is custom made for them! :roll: First ...

Another review. Google translation doesn’t make easy reading, but this is a more comprehensive review, inc noise tests. There's no additional inlet venting, apart from what comes thru one solitary 80mm fan, yet it's got a 120mm and a PSU to feed, so the front surely requires modding. How about an a...

Google is a beautiful thing. :) http://www.demonite.com/demon-index.asp Hi bigred, Demonite don't make the case , and I doubt they'll be selling empty cases. That's why I need to find the maker. It's an intruiging case, with a cavity underneath that could be utilised for an air intake duct (with re...

Feartured in Custom PC mag this month - used in a Demonite system. Appears to have masses of potential as a quiet case. Mailed Demonite, they say it's not custom made for them, but wouldn't let on who it's made by. They're not sure wether it'll be available from them as a bare case. http://www.demon...

Welcome to SPCR! So you don’t think the centre alu slab resembles that of the Wavemaster? I believe there’s an even stronger relationship between those two cases. They are both designed by the very same people. The Cooler Master WaveMaster was designed for CM by a company called ATCS. ATCS went bel...

Anyone aware of the VGA Silencer’s CFM rating?

I’m sure you’ll get plenty of advice from these forums, but you might also want to check out http://www.motherboards.org/ their motherboard ranking system will be useful... http://www.motherboards.org/motherboard-rank.html

Welcome to the forums! A recent thread that maybe of use...
http://forums.silentpcreview.com/viewto ... ight=trios

garetjax The best quiet cases allow sufficant airflow, without letting noise out. The Centurion 5 is almost entirely mesh and filter, this would allow too much noise to escape IMHO. It all depends how much CFM you require. Check out the front bezels on the Antec AMB/BQE/Sonata and Compucase 6A19 -t...

/me thinking of rotating my Enermax with two fans, one at bottom - put it on top, create a hole in case... But a top 'blow hole' isn't ideal - if that's what you're suggesting. But yes, turn the Enermax upside-down. Remove the 92mm fan and reverse the 80mm fan so it sucks cold air in, and block the...

stevejay wrote:Believe it or not, when I found that with Google, I was actually looking for computer cases. Honest!

Yeah right, we'll beleive you Bizarre name!

Zalman should of called the Reserator the 'Whale Willy'.

First review. No mention of front air vents - presumably there's a vent underneath the bottom front bezel.