This is the underside of the block. You can see the copper contact
area for the CPU quite clearly, with a smooth, flat finish that will please
most CPU dies. It came with a pad installed, which I removed to make the results
comparable the stock cooler.
What makes this most different from other blocks though, is
that the pump is actually integrated. This is actually just a fairly ordinary
motor. It drives a small disc with a magnet on.
This magnet is then inset in the block where it propels a
small teethed wheel which moves the water.
The top of the block is actually glued into a place which has
apparently been tested to incredible extremes in temperature. One of the most
impressive features of this product is the attachment system for the tubes.
A green casing fits over the top of the tubes and motor, then with the help
of 4 screws, it clamps the tubes into place. I pulled on them as hard as I
could and it wouldn't detach. Very safe!
In the picture above, you may have noticed an extra tube coming
out of the pump. This is a water level, so you can see when you need to top
up the system and do so.
