Product Reviews
- “The Reserator1 is the most impressive water-cooling kit we've seen. It's an exceptional cooler, impeccably engineered and brilliantly styled. Its size might tie your PC down, but if you want a quieter PC, it's unquestionably worth the investment.”
- “Do you want is-my-PC-even-switched-on silence? Give Zalman your money now, they thoroughly deserve it.” (RESERATOR1)
- “The current new question is 'How come hard drives are so noisy?' because that's all you can hear when the Reserator is in action.” (RESERATOR1)
- “The quietest and most reliable water cooling unit on test. If you can afford the expense, you won't be disappointed by the performance.”
- PC Format Magazine, January 2006 - “The Reserator-cooled chip was 12°C colder than the stock Intel design; an excellent result, especially since it's achieved in virtual silence. Yet again, Zalman has produced a great piece of kit.”
RESERATOR1 V2 Fanless Water Cooling System
 | RESERATOR1 V2 Fanless Water Cooling System [Due today] | €178,30 |
The name RESERATOR is a compound word derived from ‘Reservoir’ and ‘Radiator’ - the impressive cylindrical tower acts as a reservoir whilst simultaneously radiating heat!
Features
- 100% fanless watercooling unit
- Supplied with CPU water block (ZM-WB4 GOLD)
- Supplied with VGA water block (ZM-GWB3)
- Supplied with anti-corrosion coolant (ZM-G200)
- Supplied with quick release couplings and clear tubing
- Northbridge waterblock available separately (ZM-NWB1)
Behold the Reserator1 V2!
The RESERATOR1 V2 is designed for optimal heat dissipation using Zalman's HCET (Heat Capacity Extrusion Technique) technology. As a result, this cooler achieves excellent cooling performance using natural convection, making the RESERATOR1 V2 a very efficient fanless (therefore silent) water cooling system! Unlike any aircooled system, the RESERATOR1 V2 has the ability to keep a processor at just a few degrees above room temperature regardless of CPU speed. This gives tremendous potential for reliability and overclocking.
The RESERATOR1 V2 supersedes the (black) RESERATOR1-PLUS, which in turn superseded the original (blue) RESERATOR1. The most obvious difference is the change of colour to a very cool-looking gloss graphite silver, but there are several other improvements too.
RESERATOR1 V2 Kit Contents
The RESERATOR
The most striking aspect about the RESERATOR1 V2 is the tall cylindrical reservoir where all the water is held. It stands nearly 600mm high and weights 6.5Kg. The graphite silver gloss finish looks even better than the RESERATOR1-PLUS's gloss black finish.
CPU Water Block, ZM-WB4 GOLD
The CPU water block is made from pure copper for excellent heat transfer and has been gold plated to prevent corrosion. It supports Intel CPUs (socket 478 and 775) and AMD's Athlon 64 (socket 754, 940 and 939). An optional ZM-OC2 gives AM2 compatibility.
VGA Water Block, ZM-GWB3
Zalman's new VGA water block is light weight due to being manufactured from pure aluminium. This high performance VGA cooler is anodized and coated to prevent corrosion. The VGA water block is compatible with all graphics cards that have push-pin holes around the GPU, even nVidia's 7900 and ATI's X1900 series! Also available separately is the ZM-RWB1, making it possible to watercool the VGA RAM!
Anti-Corrosion Coolant
The Anti-Corrosion Coolant supplied with the RESERATOR1 V2 has been designed to prevent corrosion, not only to the RESERATOR but also other materials it comes into contact with including copper, aluminium and plastic. This provides peace of mind for long term operation. It is to be used in conjunction with distilled water only!
Quick Release Couplings
Another great feature is the Quick Release Couplings. The fittings incorporate valves that prevent leaks when disconnecting the tubing. This provides a quick release mechanism allowing the user to move the PC and RESERATOR1 V2 more easily.
New PCI Bracket
Other features/items that require a mention include the new PCI bracket that is supplied with the RESERATOR1 V2. Instead of the bolts used on the older RESERATOR1, the new version allows you to pass the pipes through the specially designed PCI bracket and then into the RESERATOR using the Quick Release feature. This makes moving and replacing the liquid much easier.
Flow Indicator
The Flow Indicator is exactly the same as the one that was previously supplied with the RESERATOR1. The Flow Indicator shows movement of the water offering peace of mind that the water pump is switched on and fully operational.
Specifications
| Radiation area | 1.274 sq m |
| Weight | 6.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 150(L) x 150(W) x 592(H) mm |
| Base material | Pure anodised aluminium |
| Recommended Coolant type | Distilled Water and ZM-G200 |
| Tubing | Clear PVC, 4 metres included |
| Coolant capacity | 2.5 litres max |
| Pump voltage and frequency | 230V - 50Hz (UK 3-pin plug) |
| Expected life of Pump | 25,000 Hours |
| Maximum flow rate | 300 litres per hour |