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Ultra Small Black Build - RGB free!
by CP888 Posted on: 1/6/2022Build Description
This was my first small form factor (SFF) ITX motherboard build after many years of experience with ATX computers. It was a joy to build in this Sliger SM570 case. But overall not cheap even buying used and open box. Cable management wasn't as difficult as I thought it would be (watch Youtube video and use use zip ties). Patience is required to go back and optimize cable pathways. PC Partpicker was not accurate in showing if a motherboard would fit with the NZXT (specifically the Gigabyte Vision Z590i was NOT compatible unless you were willing to only use 1 of 2 DDR memory slots). The Nvidia 3080 FE is not optimal for this sandwich style SFF case because the GPU uses a pass through cooling system that is blocked by the PSU and riser cable, but temperatures have been comparable to the prior ATX build it was in.
Favorite Feature
I like how the NZXT AIO is able to be mounted with the tubing coming out of the 6 o'clock position (one of the NZXT recommended orientations), and the tubing is able to be routed on the left side, somewhat hidden behind the PSU bracket
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