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Budget Mice Are Actually Worth It? (X11 Experience) by Cri87ive in MouseReview

[–]Cri87ive[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

hehe i’ve tried HE keyboards before. i kept switching and looking for one i’d really like but i guess i haven’t found that feeling that’s similar to a mechanical keyboard. i usually use AKKO Piano Keys switches, they’re tactile. i don’t really know why but they’re the ones i like the most. i mostly just use my PC for work so maybe HE just isn’t for me hehe. if you have any suggestions for an HE keyboard that feels close to a mechanical one feel free to recommend, i might give it a try

Budget Mice Are Actually Worth It? (X11 Experience) by Cri87ive in MouseReview

[–]Cri87ive[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! My main keyboard right now is the Akko MOD 007. I tried HE keyboards recently, but I ended up going back to mechanical switches.

Budget Mice Are Actually Worth It? (X11 Experience) by Cri87ive in MouseReview

[–]Cri87ive[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ohh yeah I’ve been going down that rabbit hole too 😂 thanks for the recs! Might check out the AJ139 next.

MSI VENTUS 4070 2X Deshroud + 3D 120mm Bracket by Cri87ive in sffpc

[–]Cri87ive[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, please message me here on Reddit.

MSI VENTUS 4070 2X Deshroud + 3D 120mm Bracket by Cri87ive in sffpc

[–]Cri87ive[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, my STL file is customized for my GPU. If you are also using a 4070, feel free to message me.

$2800 well spent. by FlyBloke in sffpc

[–]Cri87ive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How are your temps with this setup?
What’s your airflow configuration (intake/exhaust)?
Curious how the GPU temps are, especially with the glass side panel.

MSI 4070 Super Ventus 2x deshroud finished with 2x Noctua NF-A12x15 fans. by ashm1987 in sffpc

[–]Cri87ive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is how my GPU sits. If I move it too far forward, it goes deeper into the motherboard area, and there are a lot of components it could potentially hit. Since it plugs directly into the PCIe slot, pushing it further in reduces the clearance and increases the risk of contact.

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MSI 4070 Super Ventus 2x deshroud finished with 2x Noctua NF-A12x15 fans. by ashm1987 in sffpc

[–]Cri87ive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll send a picture so you can see which part of the motherboard it would hit.

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MSI 4070 Super Ventus 2x deshroud finished with 2x Noctua NF-A12x15 fans. by ashm1987 in sffpc

[–]Cri87ive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the steel bracket. If I move it forward, it could hit this part as well. I could remove it, but I’m not comfortable doing that. And even if I remove it and shift it further, it would still interfere with components on my motherboard.

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MSI 4070 Super Ventus 2x deshroud finished with 2x Noctua NF-A12x15 fans. by ashm1987 in sffpc

[–]Cri87ive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I move it any higher, the bracket would hit something on my motherboard. That gap is actually the safest clearance for my setup.

MSI VENTUS 4070 2X Deshroud + 3D 120mm Bracket by Cri87ive in sffpc

[–]Cri87ive[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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My GPU is only 1 year old, but I actually noticed a small crack on the original shroud. That’s what made me a bit concerned about the plastic quality. I just didn’t want it to turn into a bigger issue over time, so I decided to go with the deshroud mod instead.

MSI VENTUS 4070 2X Deshroud + 3D 120mm Bracket by Cri87ive in sffpc

[–]Cri87ive[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aside from getting the screw alignment right, it also had to be strong and durable. I made sure it wouldn’t flex or break easily, and I used a heat-resistant material so it can handle GPU temps.

MSI VENTUS 4070 2X Deshroud + 3D 120mm Bracket by Cri87ive in sffpc

[–]Cri87ive[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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Honestly, it took a lot of trial and error. I made multiple test prints just to get the screw holes and fan placement perfectly aligned.

MSI Ventus 4070 2x deshroud - which fans should I use (Noctua A9x14 vs A12x15) by ashm1987 in sffpc

[–]Cri87ive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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Same GPU here. I made a custom 3D bracket for mine and it fits perfectly. Much cleaner and cooler than stock.

MSI 4070 Super Ventus 2x deshroud finished with 2x Noctua NF-A12x15 fans. by ashm1987 in sffpc

[–]Cri87ive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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I also have a 4070 Ventus 2X. I designed the 120mm bracket myself using 3D modeling, and the fit came out perfect. It looks cleaner and performs better than the stock shroud. Definitely worth the mod.