Re: 8800 GTx @ silent HTPC
I have total pup machine in such a LC17 and there is plenty of space. You need only install the components in the right order. Your gfx can easily fit in, if you remove one HD box. For water cooling it should not cause problems when you can peel the casing completely. How you will put this matter firmly recognized, I do not, but suppose you have a (good) plan ready.
If it must be very quiet / silent, the accompanying fans should be changed or removed entirely. Good luck with it. It sounds exciting - hope you throw some pics when you get started.
Re: 8800 GTx @ silent HTPC
Think that will heat up the search, I learned, at least in physics, might consider Cooling at the top and then maybe save bottom and top of it, or maybe get it drilled.
I think it is necessary to raise your feet, think that your 9 fans have to suck on the air through the cabinet to keep the radiator.
Re: 8800 GTx @ silent HTPC
I realize that heat rises up, but when the radiators are black, place is not to bring it at the top, and the case is black (It would look stupid out!).
But it sounds good JAMES_911, then I see what I can do with water; mounting screws provides enough for the radiator and for the rest stripe.
Re: 8800 GTx @ silent HTPC
What kind of radiator you talking about? With the 9 * 120 mm reads it as a more 2 pro but you write more core?
Re: 8800 GTx @ silent HTPC
It is a more 2 pro without lattice around ;)