Antec Nineteen Hundred, Kuhler H2O 1250, OC Link Demonstration, Grid Demonstration
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The Antec Nineteen Hundred, Kuhler H2O, and Grid were all very interesting finds. I actually didn't expect any of this from Antec as they are often very conservative. Putting pumps up on your fans is anything but conservative. I can't wait to get this cooler into the lab to figure out how it actually performs in the field! WD is posting daily updates from the show to their landing page here: wdc.com Sponsor Link 1: 15% off internal hard drives until June 16th, 2013 (US & EU only) with promocode "COMPUTEX2013" - wdstore.com & bit.ly Sponsor Link 2: Corsair Vengenace gaming peripherals. Quality peripherals with legendary Corsair customer service - corsair.com Sponsor Link 3: NCIX is my favourite Canadian computer store. They're my bros (almost literally. I have family that works there). They also ship internationally now! - ncix.com Join our community forum: bit.ly twitter.com twitter.com @LinusTech
The video provides a comprehensive first look at the Antec Nineteen Hundred chassis, the Kuhler H2O 1250 liquid cooling solution, and the OC Link Grid, showcased at Computex. The presenter highlights the case’s massive footprint with a unique internal layout, including an inset top panel that allows the radiator and its fans to sit flush within the chassis for a clean, low-profile appearance. A key focus is the dual-pump configuration of the Kuhler H2O 1250, which allows coolant to be circulated from pumps positioned on top of the fans rather than on the CPU block itself, adding a novel design dimension and potential performance benefits. The demonstration also covers how the OC Link capability can parallel two power supplies for increased wattage and redundancy, illustrating the system’s potential for extreme builds. The presentation then shifts to the Anttech HCP Platinum Grid, a digital power monitoring interface that promises real-time visibility into power usage and efficiency, signaling a broader shift toward smarter, modular power management in high-end PCs. Throughout, the host emphasizes the case’s software- and hardware-friendly features, including tool-less drive bays, color-matched bezels and accessories, and the potential for aftermarket customization. The overall takeaway is that Antec is pushing into more aggressive, performance-oriented design with an emphasis on cooling efficiency, modular power options, and accessible monitoring, signaling a strong, innovative direction for enthusiast builds.
Topics · technology · pc hardware · computer cooling · case/modding · power management
Questions answered
- What is unique about the Kuhler H2O 1250's pump placement in the Nineteen Hundred chassis?
- The pump is moved from the CPU block to sit on top of the case fans, with dual pumps seen in this setup to improve coolant flow and cooling potential.
- What does the OC Link Grid feature offer for power management?
- OC Link Grid provides digital power monitoring and allows two power supplies to be linked for higher wattage and redundancy, enabling a more flexible and observable power setup.