Find the right replacement for your Dell T320 cooler.
Find the right replacement for your Dell T320 cooler.
Imagine taking a used car radiator and moving it out of the space (as noise is an issue). If you direct all the water from your 100-liter tank—connected to the Dell T320, Ryzen 3600 and other low-power devices—then let the radiator handle cooling from that reservoir.
It's completely unnecessary for such a large radiator. Or even a car radiator. Just use a 360mm radiator and some Arctic P series fans at the lowest setting. Quiet operation and effective cooling are guaranteed. Plus, it works perfectly fine. Again, the DELL isn't a standard socket—waterblocking won't fit.
With two PCs and some extra gear it becomes more economical to purchase a single radiator rather than buying one for each PC. Each radiator would cost between £30 and £35, while a pump would be around £10 to £15 plus the reservoir. It also offers flexibility in placement, allowing you to install it elsewhere or even outside. I favor passive cooling over low RPM fans since fans are also costly (six fans per radiator would add about £30 extra). My main worry was the expense of buying multiple fans (around £30 for six), which is why I was considering adapting an existing waterblock by drilling holes or 3D printing a mount. I checked the compatibility details on the product page and found it matches my motherboard socket, though Dell may have altered the mounting holes. The model number provided seems correct, but there might be a missing digit in the last part of the code.
The car radiator is over 100 pounds and isn't a good fit for cooling your system. It's probably just as costly as a worse alternative. Leaving it outside isn't a smart move either. Even with the noise from your GPU in the Ryzen setup, no cooling solution will fix that. The extra fans would more than offset any savings from drilling holes. I think Dell designed its own mounting points, usually tightening into the back of the case. If you really need it, moving the computer to another room and running cables would be cheaper.
It seems the simplest option isn't available to me, but I'll find a workaround
The process remains costly to execute properly. They are also quite challenging to operate and require a powerful pump or several units. Additionally, the available surface area isn't sufficient for passive cooling since these units differ from standard PC radiators.
Ensure all components are crafted from the same material to prevent corrosion. Regardless of the approach, always incorporate an anti-corrosive solution. Your current method may lead to significant long-term maintenance expenses. Consider relocating the systems to another area and abandoning the project. For minimal connectivity, a USB port should suffice if configured properly. Most audio devices remain permanently connected to a desktop setup, so ports are usually unnecessary unless you require additional functionality. If you need more connections, a hub offers a cost-effective alternative.