The ODE: Redefining the Perfect Gaming PC

Originally posted by Alex @lykranian, The CPUs will last a couple of years, well beyond any upgrade you would consider in that time.

Hi, Alex.

I'm considering purchasing a Level-3 ODE, and I wanted to clarify the comment above. I tend to upgrade only every 3-4 years (and then a full system upgrade), and I would be concerned about a CPU failure after a couple of years. Is the ODE overlock driving the chip to the point where I can expect a relatively short life? My overclocked Q6600 is still plugging away after nearly 4 years.

I am about ready to pull the trigger on a purchase, but with a 1-year parts warranty this concerns me a bit.

I really like the price/performance ratio of the ODE systems, BTW. I hope it is successful for you guys.

Originally posted by Alex @BiggerBoat, Thank you for your interest in Digital Storm. We would love to have you as a customer! I assure you with complete confidence that the overclocked CPUs in the ODE PC will last far longer than that. There's no need to worry. All systems are very solid, and stable.

Thanks, Alex. System ordered. Looking forward to it!

Hi Alex,

I'm considering an ODE Level 3 purchase, however I have a couple of questions:

The first has to do with a recent review of the Level 3 posted on CNET:

1. In the reviewer's video (link provided below), it shows a USB 3.0 cable coming out the rear of the chassis (so the cable is external to the chassis) and plugging into one of the rear USB 3.0 slots. The reviewer said this cable is used to connect the USB 3.0 port that is on the front of the chassis to the motherboard.

http://reviews.cnet.com/desktops/digital-storm-ode-level/4505-3118_7-34836798.html

The pictures of the rear of the level 3 chassis on Digital Storm's website don't show this cable. When I looked at the specs for the Sabertooth motherboard it says that there are two USB 3.0 ports midboard (for front panel connectivity), which makes me wonder why the cable shown in the CNET review is necessary.

2. What is the recommended setting for the fan dial on the front panel? I'd like to keep the system as quiet as possible, but not risk inadequate cooling.

Thanks!

Alex,

I like the Ode level 3 but am concerned if the800w psu is enough should I decide to upgrade my gpus down the road.  Would it even be enough to support sli 580 3gb?

Originally posted by DST4ME For sli 580 you will be looking at around 480w to 520w depending, then you got your oc cpu and etc, that should be easily over 150w, with a 800w psu at 80% efficiency, you are looking at 640w before you start pushing the psu, so you need over 650w for sli 580 and oc cpu and etc, and this psu can give you 640w. In short the numbers say no, I would not do it, unless the psu was under warranty, that way I can try it once and if it dies after 6 months or a year, I know not to do it again, and warranty covers my costs.

+1 I trust digital storm a ton but even gtx 570's in sli me myself i would feel iffy at even 800 watts. I went with a 1000w to be safe in my own rig

I have to go with rice on this, I would not use that 800w for sli 570 either, but then again, if DS is putting a 5 year warranty on it, then they must feel comfortable doing it.

I like to have room for future gpu upgrades, in case they need power like the 580 sli.

So at the end to each his own.

Edited by DST4ME - 01 Jul 2011 at 3:37pm

Without discounts, the typical custom Special Ops custom-build adds like $600-$700 for putting it all together.

The Independence Day sales would net around $100 to $150 savings to the regular $600-$700 custom-build beyond-parts prices; that still ends up north of $500.

The ODE Level 3, however, only adds like an extra $200 versus typical Newegg pricing (give or take a few dozens of $ depending on whatever the Newegg discount-offering-of-the-week is). It's a great deal!

So basically, a $200 standard surcharge for them to build, overclock, test, and validate an ODE Level 3, versus $500-$600 surcharge for a custom build after discounts and promos...

You want them to lose money on the ODE builds? Just go get it! It's a great deal as-is! I love my ODE Level 3!


Edited by lukexcom - 04 Jul 2011 at 11:59pm

Also, it does not wake from sleep properly. My keyboard and mouse blink their lights when pressed, and the monitor does not connect.

I ordered the ODE level 3 last night. I am very excited about my new computer and can't wait to play Crysis and The Witcher 2 the way they were meant to be played. Now I just need to sell my Alienware M17X -R2 :P

Now comes the waiting game hehe

Originally posted by ryan06emu Now I just need to sell my Alienware M17X -R2 :P

Originally posted by Alex Awesome!

I have never seen Alex so happy about a member wanting to sell their Alienware M17X -R2.



@ryan06emu, Congrats Let the torture begin

Edited by DST4ME - 06 Jul 2011 at 3:46pm

Hello! I am a returning customer that bought from DS about 6 years ago and my comp is still running strong! However, I think it is time for an upgrade. I have been looking at either getting the ODE level 3 or level 4. But I have a few questions before I take the plunge.

What is the major difference between the ODE 3 and 4? The GPU? If so is it a noticeable difference?

Also, is the ODE 3 and 4 a limited time offer or is it a new product line for DS?

I will be attending a 7:30 am wedding in a purple wrap dress with a draped top and a drop waist. what kind and what color shoes can I wear with it

The front fan isn't removed in the ODE? Could you explain what made you think it was?

Thank you for sharing your experience

Thank you for the feedback, I'm glad to see that you're happy with the system.

As you can see below, in the task manager, the performance tab shows 16GB of memory available, and we were able to use all of it with LinX (stress testing tool).

In addition, you will see that it shows the Windows version to be Windows 7 Home Premium.