SSD & Fan “hacks” worth doing | A4-H2O

SSD & Fan “hacks” worth doing | A4-H2O | Phanteks T30

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So I wanted to see if I can do something more with my H2O PC. I did some research and learned about some “hacks” other people did that I thought are worth doing so I wanted to share it here. Most of these are pretty straightforward with a few challenges but I believe these are worth doing nonetheless.
Let me know what you think!
Link to the bracket:
links.jel.vin/ssd
#LianLi #Phanteks #A4H2O
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❗ Credits/References
SSD Behind Front Cover hack by dapman
pcpartpicker.com/b/cpZfrH
T30s as fans by ‪@TonyCassara‬
• Building my SMALLEST g...
by snapwich
www.reddit.com/r/sffpc/commen...
Bottom fan configuration by ‪@L91‬
• 11L Cases Don't Get Mu...
by Gammacyn
/ dan_a4_h2o_w_phanteks_t30
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⏰ TIMESTAMP
00:00 - Intro
00:25 - Attaching 2 SSDs at the bottom
01:46 - Attaching SSDs behind the front cover
02:56 - Using T30's as exhaust fans
04:22 - Adding a bottom fan
05:29 - Thermal performance
06:55 - Final setup
07:23 - Outro + Music Credits
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⌨ COMPONENTS
CPU: Intel i5-12600k
GPU: ASUS GeForce RTX 3070Ti TUF Gaming OC
MOBO: Asus ROG Strix Z690-i GAMING WIFI
RAM: Gigabyte Aorus 2X16GB DDR5 5200MHz
SSD: WD SN850 + WD SN550 + 2x WD Blue 3D NAND
CASE: Cooler Master NR200P MAX
PSU: Included in the case
AIO: Phanteks Glacier One MP + LGA1700 Bracket
FANS: 2 x Phanteks T30
ACC: 2 x Braided SATA Cables, , Phanteks Neon
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🎶 MUSIC
Chill'n by C Y G N
chll.to/e9d8ff87
Home Court by Blue Wednesday & Shopan
chll.to/4d2ed2ed
Hau Nalu by FloFilz & Kostral One
chll.to/5c8feab0
Music by Chillhop: chillhop.com/listen
Listen on Spotify: bit.ly/ChillhopSpotify
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📽 GEAR USED
iPhone 12 Pro
Nikon D800 + 35mm 1.8 + 40mm 2.8 MACRO

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@mega5moose Жыл бұрын

If anyone’s wondering the t30s don’t fit with NZXT radiators. The only way I was able to close the case was to essentially friction fit the rad with fans without the rad bracket. This includes removing all fan pads and not using screws in the 4 middle fan mount screws.

@greghansford6000 10 ай бұрын

Its fine the T30s aren't really necessary

@assIiquor 2 күн бұрын

do you think lian-li p28s would fit? if not, i'll get a pair of noctua a12x25s.

@retrorecall Жыл бұрын

just bought this case and this is exactly what I needed, very helpful thank you!

@nkozi 2 жыл бұрын

Fuck yeah, this video was even better than the last. Thanks for putting these A4-H2O tips on youtube, will def use them in my upcoming build.

@Jelvin 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the appreciation! Means a lot! 🙌

@miyamoto_mu2837 Жыл бұрын

@@Jelvin Can the T30 be installed on the lt520 without problems?

@timofeychugunov6765 10 ай бұрын

@@miyamoto_mu2837 , I have LT520 with T30 in my H2O. pump decorative cap not installed.

@shoobadoo123 9 ай бұрын

Just the type of video I was looking for, thanks

@Wrigglevision Жыл бұрын

This channel deserves more subs. Excellent material yet again!

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Just sharing things I know for everyone’s reference

@DEM0NJEDI Жыл бұрын

Sad to see you haven’t posted in 8 months. Going to do an A4H2O with a spare 12700k, found some great info from your vids. Thank you 🙏🏻

@Tr7gger 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips for the A4-H2O, will def be getting some Phanteks T30s for the AIO. Cheers!

@Jelvin 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Just make sure that you take off the ani-vibration pads and check if your clearances are good when you place them back.

@MikeSzJr Жыл бұрын

Great video. I am swapping some parts over to this case. I've been using the sandwich style case layout for a couple years and have found the silicone cable kits for the Corsair SF units to really help with keeping open space for air to move. Most of the kits are pretty affordable and make for a really easy time getting cables run.

@BronislawStark Жыл бұрын

That behind the front cover 2.5 drive mount definitely a good one. The middle pin for the push pin panel honestly is useless due to the panel having four pin already at each corner. Lian Li should just ship the case with no pin on the middle one. Also it seems possible to double tape at least two 2.5 HDD at the front panel onto the case bone horizontally.

@profdreamer Жыл бұрын

Nice, clean video!

@L91 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video, great presentation. Keep it up 🙌

@Jelvin 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 🙏 Means a lot coming from you 🙌

@carloscervantes836 Жыл бұрын

I went with an SFL power supply so I don't have much room down there. If anything, I would install some washers and a foam gasket to bring the plate down, then install a thin fan.

@ukann Жыл бұрын

Love this video! I've been trying to figure out what parts to use for my own A4-H2O build and this is super helpful. Would you happen to have any comparison with the stock fans that come with the Glacier One? Curious to see how much of a difference the T30 and the Noctua make.

@dackel4253 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video!

@Jelvin 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@mcanbolel Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

@81llzvn 2 жыл бұрын

Man, that temp difference between Noctua and Phanteks is a lot. I am running a 5800x and 3080 so maybe I should pull the trigger on the T30s….

@Jelvin 2 жыл бұрын

Whoa your hardware can get significantly hotter compared to mine. One of the person I referenced in the video, snapwich, had a 5950X and 3080 Ti so I think those T30's will give you a little bit more airflow IMO.

@AlphaDango Жыл бұрын

I have a 5900X and a RX 6900XT and use Noctua fans. I can imagine while beeing a bit coolerbthe T30 fans might be louder which was a no go for me. #1 Recomenndation I can give is to undervolt your hardware. My RX 6900 XT runs just fine on 1050 mV @2600MHz. A Ryzen CPU can be tweaked manually with the curve optimizer or CTR 2.1

@StereoPenguin94 Жыл бұрын

@@AlphaDango what temps are you getting and does the heat of the gpu heat up your room? I moved out of the ridge due to the gpu heat heating my room up,moved to a matx case and room is cold now but love this case I have same specs except a 6800xt

@SouTh_BoY96 2 жыл бұрын

nice video dude

@Jelvin 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@korezako3930 2 жыл бұрын

come from reddit, nice video dude.

@Jelvin 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Really appreciate it.

@bruce_bantug 2 жыл бұрын

Dope video! Do you have any links for the braided SATA power cables? The only one that came with my PSU is the daisy-chained version

@Jelvin 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! SF750 comes with braided cables already. If you already have an sfx PSU, would recommend getting a set from CableMod instead.

@johanvanzetten7383 Жыл бұрын

those T30's won't fit if you have a NZXT kraken radiator as that radiator is +3mm thick than the phantec one, guess I'm bound to the noctua NF-A12-25 then. Too bad for me.

@mgn_nikey Жыл бұрын

I've seen somewhere on reddit that ppl adding 2 small intake fans on side panel where your motherboard placed. Could you try it?

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

I’ll see what I can do. I think I have an idea what you’re talking about. It’s gonna be a pain for maintenance though since there’s gonna be a wire hanging when opening the panel.

@MegaNeonHD Жыл бұрын

Very useful video, thanks a lot! :D Was wondering, would it also be possible to fit the bottom fan under the gpu instead of under the power supply? (might result in better gpu temps) And did the grill for the noctua a9x14 come in the box? Cheers

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

Hi! Not sure what you meant when you mentioned about placing the fan under the GPU cuz the only place you can hack in another fan is under the power supply. And no the grill is a separate purchase.

@MegaNeonHD Жыл бұрын

@@Jelvin Hi, thanks for the quick response! Ok, so there is no space for two fans on the bottom, good to know. ^^ Thanks again :D

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

@@MegaNeonHD Yes official you really can't put in a fan. I just borrowed the hack from people on Reddit. 🙌

@ravoik2894 Жыл бұрын

add 3rd fan ontop of the psu?

@noam3d Жыл бұрын

Having the same case right now - the biggest issue is actually how to cool down DDR5 sticks as they are running pretty hot... Any tips idea how to mount additional fan?

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, I'm not sure if there's a way to mount any fans on top of the RAM sticks unless you're going for an air cooled build i.e. putting a thin radiator and fan combo on the CPU :( You technically only have the bracket at the top for fans and the fan at the bottom will only be a little effective if you have custom cables.

@terryjcowan21 Жыл бұрын

Can you put in a bigger fan in the bottom if you drill into the frame of the case. I noticed there was already 1 hole there.

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

The best you can do is to hack a 15mm fan at least from my experiments. This is assuming you have thin enough cables. any fans thicker than 15mm is a no go

@lonelymtbrider3369 Жыл бұрын

What about noise levels?

@notneo7898 Жыл бұрын

How did you fit the t30s when your total hight with the rad is 57mm and only 55mm are supported?

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

The only thing impeding the fitment was the center metal bracket that’s supporting plate for the motherboard and GPU mounts. The T30 configuration should fit if you remove the anti-vibration pads in the fans. If you don’t mind the radiator bracket bending a bit, it’ll fit with a little bit of resistance. You can check out other people here and on Reddit confirming that it fits but again, it’s not officially stated that it will fit.

@ignaskybransas926 Жыл бұрын

Hello, i am planning to re-build my itx rig into this case (r9 5900x + 6800 XT) and i have a question regarding your AIO as currently i am using x63 and i need a smaller AIO. Can the Phanteks Glacier One 240 aio fans/pump be controlled in regards of the water temperature inside the AIO instead of the CPU temperature? Would you recommend choosing the Glacier One 240/ H100i Pro Xt/ EK Basic 240? (x53 is out of question as the radiator is 30mm thick and i just NEED T30 fans in there)

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

Hi! I'm not aware if it's possible to check the water temps of the AIO; at least I haven't heard about this being possible unless you're doing a custom water loop. Apologies for that! For the AIO, it really depends on the compatibility of the motherboard. I believe that as long as the pump block fits and doesn't bump into any parts e.g. heat sinks, you're good to go. As for the recommendation, I can only vouch for the fitment of the Glacier One since that's the one I have but I've read that it's easier to put in an H100i and EK Basic since it doesn't have any accessories.

@StereoPenguin94 Жыл бұрын

How did it go?im also thinking of moving to this case and have the same specs

@ignaskybransas926 Жыл бұрын

@@StereoPenguin94 it went fine, i used the radiator that i mentioned - pump can be cintrolled but not based on the temperature of the water, however i use fan software to control based on cpu temp. Even with T30 fans the cpu gets quite hot. I have limited my cpu to 125w max and played with undervolting settings till i found a right balance. With good balance and undervolted gpu while gaming i get like 70c cpu and 75c gpu

@ignaskybransas926 Жыл бұрын

@@StereoPenguin94 but if you push your cpu without undervolting and run like cinebench it will still get 85-90c

@ndavis265 4 ай бұрын

What if you built a 240mm open bottom stand, mounted two normal case fans in it in intake position, and set the pc on top of it? This way you could have proper intake on bottom, and exhaust on top. Especially if you leave off the bottom panel.

@Jelvin 4 ай бұрын

The intention of this video/my experiment was to see if there's anything I can do to add more components outside of what's instructed in the manual. If I wanted to have another 240mm stand then I'd just by a different case 😁😁

@gensanaurora5449 2 жыл бұрын

is it possible to put 2x m.2 and 3x ssd in this case using z690i rog?

@Jelvin 2 жыл бұрын

The z690i strix can have 2 x M.2's. For the SSD's, depending on your configuration, you can put 2 at the bottom and 1 behind the front cover as long as you route the SATA data and power efficiently.

@SmallBoxCentral 10 ай бұрын

Great video. How did you make the graphs 5:35? Love the aesthetic

@Jelvin 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! I made it in Figma plus some simple transitions on Premiere

@k.o.t.o.n. Жыл бұрын

if you put 2 120 slim fans at the buttom and use the 2 t30 fans with the greatest performing 240 aio here will be aailable in a few month, mybe a newona cames ot, r using the current possibilities, would you be able to cool down and muse power imiting a bit and voltage modifying undervolting to be able to use fully the new 13900k or ks and he 4090 or if any of the 4090ti-s will fit phisycally?

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

A couple of points 1. You can't officially fit 2 120 slims at the bottom. You can put one but it needs a little hacking 2. Based on the specs that I've read, the 40 series cards won't fit this case since the case can only accommodate GPU's less than 300mm in length. The 40 series cards announce are over that. But then again, the case can't accommodate thicker 3 slot cards 3. I wouldn' t go for an SFFPC I were to get higher end components. I'd rather get an mATX or a full sized case + custom water cooling for that.

@k.o.t.o.n. Жыл бұрын

@@Jelvin theere is one 390ti design that fits, if that company mkes ect samer version of 4090 thats all i need

@ImperialAura Жыл бұрын

@@Jelvin

@Ayzprella Жыл бұрын

cool video

@ivancherpakov9859 2 жыл бұрын

by any chance do you have a link to those brackets for dual ssd mounting?

@Jelvin 2 жыл бұрын

Sure thing! Here’s the link www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003226975425.html?spm=a2g0n.productlist.0.0.30265nOX5nOXve&browser_id=40bd6fa81ec24e56986daa745ea21b42&aff_trace_key=2a35e920805f4a93b349da0eccf01c0b-1655395014952-00661-UneMJZVf&aff_platform=msite&m_page_id=vvzfgm6otccaw42i18246e111623e2aef5713df615&gclid=&pdp_npi=2%40dis%21PHP%21%21166.25%21%21%2191.74%21%21%4021031a5516590465373814030e251b%2112000024747269225%21sea&algo_pvid=ca7cfde2-4931-4853-b7c5-3988875ee711

@brynsmith414 Жыл бұрын

It would be tempting to design and 3D print a new bottom grill to allow 2 bottom fans, although it may require printing 2 new feet to allow a little more air flow

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

I thought of doing that actually but I unfortunately don't have a 3D printer to prototype. 😅

@MajidKamran Жыл бұрын

Did you tried undervolting? It can gives you better temp...

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

I personally didn't need to undervolt; I was already satisfied with the temps.

@GetShrektMrKrabs Жыл бұрын

While nice for Sata drives, if you are spending $150 on a case with zero fans then you are likely well off enough to go full nvme. The pricing is close enough to warrant the massive performance improvements. Not only that but the extra space with the cables not having to be there for them. I'd rather invest in a thunderbolt external drive before I go back to sata if I needed more storage

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

That would've been my route but I just happen to those extra drives from my previous nonITX PC so I might as well just use it :) Also, prices for NVME's are more expensive in my country compared to our Western counterparts so I went with this instead.

@fahim618 Жыл бұрын

can I use my colorful 2080 super vulcan X with this case?

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

Not sure about the dimensions but do check the size on the product specs

@lufranc7120 Жыл бұрын

Could you share the link of the adapters or something similar for the ssd mount please :'v

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

This is the link I bought it from: www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003226975425.html?spm=a2g0n.productlist.0.0.30265nOX5nOXve&browser_id=40bd6fa81ec24e56986daa745ea21b42&aff_trace_key=2a35e920805f4a93b349da0eccf01c0b-1655395014952-00661-UneMJZVf&aff_platform=msite&m_page_id=vvzfgm6otccaw42i18246e111623e2aef5713df615&gclid&pdp_npi=2%40dis%21PHP%21%21166.25%21%21%2191.74%21%21%4021031a5516590465373814030e251b%2112000024747269225%21sea&algo_pvid=ca7cfde2-4931-4853-b7c5-3988875ee711

@lufranc7120 Жыл бұрын

@@Jelvin OMFG! I spend hours searching THANKS :')

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

@@lufranc7120 happy to share! Took me a couple of days to find the right fit too lol

@lufranc7120 Жыл бұрын

@@Jelvin Thanks A LOT! :')

@cletcadano4462 2 жыл бұрын

your using phanteks Glacier one MP with T30 Fan? total of 68mm thickness with rad and fan right?

@Jelvin 2 жыл бұрын

So I got the standard MP. The T30's I bought separately. Total thickness is around 60mm Sorry I got confused, I thought you meant the Glacier with the T30s.

@cletcadano4462 2 жыл бұрын

@@Jelvin thanks for the reply reply.. i will be assembling same case with same setup up with you, and will also use T30'S by the way why did you change the aorus z690 ultra to asus z690? im still thinking between aorus ultra and asus z690i can you give me some tips?

@Jelvin 2 жыл бұрын

@@cletcadano4462 the original Aorus z690i had PCIE Gen4 issues where it’ll spout WHEA errors on Windows so you had to force the setting to Gen 3. If you’re still going for the Aorus board, make sure it’s the PLUS version; it should be on the label. I chose the z690-i strix mainly because the MEG wasn’t available during the time I bought the board as a replacement. Would’ve went with the z690i MEG if there was stock.

@cletcadano4462 2 жыл бұрын

@@Jelvin just know im checking the meg! Stealthy and classy look but im not sure if the phanteks 240mm aio would fit with the front cover i dont want to gamble. U think it would fit?

@Jelvin 2 жыл бұрын

@@cletcadano4462 better to check reviews on Reddit. Had to do some for the parts I chose before I pulled the trigger 😅

@TH-fx9dc Жыл бұрын

Well thought out. Do you have the radiator fans in push or pull configuration?

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

The fans push air our of the system :)

@supportyou10 Жыл бұрын

So any 27-28mm rad + T30s fans will work?

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

Theoretically it should. I believe that as long as it doesn’t go over that tight 57 to 58mm threshold, then the set up should fit. I really can’t confirm it myself so please take it with a grain of salt.

@georgegagaa9827 Жыл бұрын

May i know that what was your aio,plz？

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

AIO is Phanteks Glacier One 240MP

@BronislawStark Жыл бұрын

@@Jelvin which route did you use for the AIO tube?. Under psu or over it?. I actually picked up the exact same AIO yesterday. Currently waiting for it to arrived.

@Wakukuhihi Жыл бұрын

Will it fit if kraken z53 with t30?

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

I'm assuming that any standard 240mm radiator should fit without any problems but do check the overall measurements beforehand.

@Wakukuhihi Жыл бұрын

@@Jelvin appreciate your fast reply.. i just did some googling the z53 has 30mm thic rad + the t30 is a 30mm = 60mm total. So i think it will not fit.. dang.. i really wanted to use the t30 on these with my current z53.. i guess i need to settle on the nuctua instead

@Definitely_Melnyx Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately T30 even a little more expensive than the Noctua A12 here. Guess I’ll stick with the Arctic P12 for now, which are 6 times cheaper here than T30💀 Edit: Nonetheless a very nice video!

@Jelvin Жыл бұрын

I totally get your sentiment. T30's are expensive in my part of town too. I initially wanted to get the P12's too but I just got the T30's on sale and it was the last set of 3's. Thanks so much!

@Definitely_Melnyx Жыл бұрын

@@Jelvin Glad you found them on sale! I’ll probably get them later on as well, if the price is a bit more reasonable.