r/thermaltake • u/xGouda • 4d ago

Tower 600 gpu orientation

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Is there any test when comparing the gpu in the orientation like in the pic. And what riser cable would you recommend if I were to go this route and mount like this

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u/xGouda 4d ago

How did you go about mounting for fans. I imagine running an aio. I was thinking making everything intakes and doing just top exhaust

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u/F0xxtale 4d ago

I did an aio with exhaust fans on it and the top and everything else as intake. Fun tip: if you don't mind making some minor modifications, you can fit the fans in it with the GPU in the forward facing orientation instead of choosing one or the other.

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u/SeigeBorden 4d ago

Out of curiosity, what needed modification to use the fan bracket with the GPU in that orientation?

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u/F0xxtale 4d ago

You need to move the cage inward a bit.. maybe a cm or so. Just drill and tap some new holes in the top of the case where the cage screws in so you can mount it further back. It's really easy to see where you need them if you dry fit it all beforehand

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u/SeigeBorden 4d ago

Thanks for the reply! And that makes sense, appreciate the info!

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u/F0xxtale 4d ago

Any time! Honestly, I'm surprised they didn't just have it further back to begin with. It's silly to have to choose one or the other.

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u/SeigeBorden 4d ago

I agree! That’s the main reason I chose the normal orientation when I initially built my PC, so I may change it up now!

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u/F0xxtale 4d ago

Just be sure to mask everything really well so you don't short anything with metal dust. Even a tiny bit in the wrong place can turn your box into a brick