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August 20, 2013, 06:03:26 AM
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So brave with, However I think you have been using too much space for just one purpose.

I used to use Tahiti XT2 to follow up, (now, Verde only) but it is too great that I have to send away until I have found a more suitable solution as You seldom upgrade anything once configured.

Dip your rig in mineral oil, then You no longer need much space.

If I had the amount, I shall try to build the oil rig.
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August 24, 2013, 03:44:41 AM
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Cartman - wanted to say thanks again for posting your setup. It inspired me on a new rack mount case for my next rig. Not quite done yet, but getting close. I wanted to fit 2 rigs in one and I think it will end up working.



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August 24, 2013, 06:51:04 AM
Last edit: August 26, 2013, 04:47:22 PM by CartmanSPC
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Wow, that's beautiful!

Make sure to keep us updated on your progress!

I ended up reversing the placement of the case in the rack since these MSI GPUs blow most of the air out the front of the cards instead of the back exhaust vents. It does not look like I'll need any additional fans to keep them cool.

Thank you for everyone's encouragement. It really helped and pushed me to keep going. If you’re thinking of building your own case go for it! Although it was frustrating at times it turned out to be a fun project.…just make sure you have the right tools  Smiley

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August 24, 2013, 06:56:35 AM
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sweet setup Cartman.

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August 26, 2013, 04:27:40 AM
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I really like this custom case.   It makes me want to go spend more money on GPUs, but I think those days are almost gone.  I keep my 2 rigs in a server cabinet but in traditional PC cases and if I were to buy more I would certainly give this a go.   Anyone wanna sell me used GPUs for 50 bucks a pop Smiley

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August 26, 2013, 09:02:36 AM
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That's beautiful! I really like this case...
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August 27, 2013, 12:15:52 AM
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Cartman - wanted to say thanks again for posting your setup. It inspired me on a new rack mount case for my next rig. Not quite done yet, but getting close. I wanted to fit 2 rigs in one and I think it will end up working.




beautiful...
but...

=/ never will reach ROI.. free electricity? still difficulty is gonna kill this rig

atlcoins only other avenue..

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August 27, 2013, 02:05:41 AM
Last edit: August 28, 2013, 04:13:38 AM by CartmanSPC
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beautiful...
but...

=/ never will reach ROI.. free electricity? still difficulty is gonna kill this rig

atlcoins only other avenue..

I agree that GPUs will soon be obsolete for Bitcoin mining but these cases may still be useful for the new series of ASICs coming out.

Don't know what the cooling requirements are for this thing but the server enclosures that can house multiple units are prohibitively expensive.

Introducing The Monarch
Butterfly Labs 28nm Technology Bitcoin Mining Card


The fastest and most power-efficient Bitcoin miner yet
600 GH/s
(if you believe their marketing hype)

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August 27, 2013, 04:31:42 AM
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beautiful...
but...

=/ never will reach ROI.. free electricity? still difficulty is gonna kill this rig

atlcoins only other avenue..

I agree that GPUs will soon be obsolete for Bitcoin mining but these cases may still be useful for the new series of ASICs coming out.

Don't know what the cooling requirements are for this thing but the server enclosures that can house multiple units are prohibitively expensive.

Introducing The Monarch
Butterfly Labs 28nm Technology Bitcoin Mining Card


The fastest and most power-efficient Bitcoin miner yet
600 GH/s
(if you believe their marketing hype)

Yeah... bflabs havent come through for most people =) might be worth the risk selling your spot on ebay? if they are still around when you sell that is... I think i saw someone sell their "day one" Monarch card position for a couple thousand in return. lmao

EDIT: It is kinda screwed up and not recommended btw... unethical behavior has no place in the future of BTC...

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August 27, 2013, 06:15:36 PM
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beautiful...
but...

=/ never will reach ROI.. free electricity? still difficulty is gonna kill this rig

atlcoins only other avenue..


Sorry, this is only for scrypt mining. Altcoin mining is still profitable, especially with my free electricity.

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August 28, 2013, 05:09:03 PM
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Really had a hard time drilling the holes since the top part of the frame interfered with the drill. In hindsight I should have turned it upside


That's what she said!


 Cheesy Had to... sorry ^_^
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August 30, 2013, 08:57:39 AM
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Few more pics. Haven't plugged in the last GPU yet as I'm waiting on some more modular power supply cables.

The powered riser connections came out nice.


In the rack.


nice work!
where you get the powered riser ? or also hand build...?
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August 30, 2013, 12:00:42 PM
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Would be cool too see them all water-cooled as well.

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August 30, 2013, 12:56:19 PM
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Nice work! I really like this setup...
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August 31, 2013, 02:50:14 AM
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nice work!
where you get the powered riser ?
Thanks!

buyahash.com
They have standard length and extended length. Also got the PS splitter from them.

The extended length risers are really long though. Would be happy with just an extra 2" from the standard length version.

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September 03, 2013, 07:42:40 AM
Last edit: September 03, 2013, 07:54:57 AM by CartmanSPC
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Ok, got a 5th card. Since I am maxed out at 4 cards with a 1200 watt power supply I had to get another power supply. I plan on eventually having two 4 card rigs but until I get more GPUs I will use the second rigs PS and GPUs in the first one.

Will also be running up against the max of 16 amps on the 20 amp circuit I have. May or may not be able to run 6 GPUs until I can get a higher amp circuit. At that point I will be switching to 208 volt from 120 I'm using now.

The second power supply is also a Corsair AX1200i. This picture shows the two CorsairLink interface units. Since CorsairLink only supports reporting on one PS at a time I have to disable one and then enable the other (in device manager) to see it's individual power usage. A nice surprise was that even though some of the GPUs are being used on the second power supply, CorsairLink still see's them for monitoring.


Here is a pic of the case with the GPUs now facing the front of the rack (cold air isle). You can also see the temporary orientation of the two power supplies. You might notice that I am only using powered risers on the first 4 GPUs. Think I'm okay not powering the 5th one. If I had 6 or 7 GPUs then I would break out another molex cable to the power supply. I may still do that just for the 5th GPU.


Close up of the connections. 1st power supply has 3 GPUs + 8pin MB + SATA power. 2nd power supply has 2 GPUs + 4 connector molex cable. I can now see that if this was going to be a permanent setup the case should of been made longer so there could be more space between the GPUs and power supplies. The additional space would facilitate easier cable management and allow some distance between the GPUs and the PS since these particular GPUs expel the majority of hot air towards the power supplies. Even with one PS a longer case to distance the PS from the GPUs would (I think) have been beneficial.



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September 03, 2013, 03:01:20 PM
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My friend nice setup you build.
Wich coin are you gonna mine? 
Litecoin i guess?

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September 04, 2013, 05:32:58 AM
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Yes, script coins only.

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September 04, 2013, 12:19:27 PM
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Wow! Why have I only seen this now?!? It looks bad ass.  Smiley

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September 04, 2013, 01:10:41 PM
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thx for reply - i was searching for this stuff.
your build is very nice - i have an inspiration.

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