Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL Build - Step by Step Guide

A full step by step guide to building a PC in the Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL. This guide assumes no previous knowledge and is perfect for a first time PC builder. Links to parts used in the build are below.
Preparing the Case
00:00 The Parts
01:35 Panel Removal
02:48 Removing the Front Pillar
04:10 Front IO Module
06:16 Fan and Radiator Support
09:19 Motherboard
12:22 GPU
13:56 GPU Support Bracket
16:13 Upright GPU
23:18 Drive Mounting
26:49 Cable Management
28:05 Reverse Mode
The Build
30:53 CPU Installation
31:25 M.2 SSD Installation
32:13 RAM Installation
32:35 Motherboard Installation
34:11 Case Cable Installation
35:51 Power Supply Installation
37:11 CPU Cooler Installation
44:04 Case Fan Installation
47:17 Graphics Card Installation
49:57 Cable Management
50:45 Complete Build Footage
51:34 Outro
Parts used in the build (Amazon links are Affiliates Links)
• Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL
UK - www.overclockers.co.uk/lian-l...
US - www.newegg.com/p/2AM-000Z-000B5
CA - COMING SOON
• ASRock X670E Taichi Carrara
UK - amzn.to/3VcfQbJ
US - amzn.to/3RLSre3
CA - www.newegg.ca/asrock-x670e-ta...
• AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
UK - amzn.to/3UXwMm3
US - amzn.to/3e4kB6w
CA - amzn.to/3SPml23
• Lian Li Galahad II Trinity SL-INF 360
UK - www.overclockers.co.uk/lian-l...
US - amzn.to/3pWgPlB
CA - amzn.to/3OpMkOg
• Kingston FURY Renegade RGB White XMP 32GB 7200MT/s DDR5 CL38 DIMM Desktop Gaming Memory (Kit of 2)
UK - amzn.to/3nXAC2y
US - amzn.to/3LosNfK
CA - amzn.to/3bOCyVb
• Crucial T700 2TB Gen5 NVMe M.2 SSD
UK - amzn.to/3YazJlh
US - amzn.to/3DpK1Ew
CA - amzn.to/3pWgUWr
• MONTECH Titan Gold 1200W Power Supply
UK - amzn.to/3ZNssb8
US - amzn.to/3D0o7rI
CA - amzn.to/3GQMHMR
• Gigabyte Aorus GeForce RTX 4070 MASTER
UK - amzn.to/426Cbds
US - amzn.to/3Vwz3Wh
CA - amzn.to/3Ll6Tc5
• Lian-Li UNI FAN SL-INF 120 Single Fan White
UK - amzn.to/3rEu6jc
US - amzn.to/3XZvsRL
CA - amzn.to/3OqD3pi
• Lian-Li UNI SL120 INF Reverse Blade Single Fan White
UK - www.overclockers.co.uk/lian-l...
US - COMING SOON
CA - COMING SOON
• CableMod Pro ModMesh 12VHPWR Cable Extension Kit (White)
UK - eustore.cablemod.com/product/...
US - amzn.to/40MmdnU
CA - store.cablemod.com/product/ca...
• EZDIY-FAB GPU Power Sleeved Cable Extension, 16pin(12+4) 12VHPWR PCIe 5.0 Connector Male to Female
UK - amzn.to/3CX3Nra
US - COMING SOON
CA - COMING SOON
• Maidesite Standing Desk S2 Pro Plus - shrsl.com/3wwme
Affiliate links
I am part of the Amazon associates program, this means I get a small commission when you buy through these referral links.
More photographs of the build can be seen at pcpartpicker.com/b/FNDcCJ and a time-lapse of the build can be seen at • Lian Li O11 Dynamic Ev... the Case Review at • Lian Li O11 Dynamic Ev... and the Best Fan Configuration at • Lian Li O11 Dynamic Ev...
Useful Links
• AMD Ryzen 7000 Series PC Build Guide - • AMD Ryzen 7000 Series ...
• How to make a Windows 11 Bootable USB - • How to Make a Windows ...
• Motherboard Drivers - www.asrock.com/mb/AMD/X670E%2...
• NVIDIA Drivers - www.nvidia.co.uk/Download/ind...
• GIGABYTE Control Center - www.gigabyte.com/Graphics-Car...
• Lian Li L-Connect3 - lian-li.com/l-connect3/
• Lian Li Galahad II Trinity Performance Review & Installation Guide - • Lian Li Galahad II Tri...
• Crucial T700 PCIe Gen 5 NVMe SSD Review - • Crucial T700 PCIe Gen ...
Music
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[@mrtrender7]

Wow, there is no assembly and review more complete than this. This content is wonderful, thank you.

[@mahendrenmunisamy9834]

Thank you!! Exactly what I was looking for and you covered most of the major options that need to be taken into consideration during a build like this. Great job!!!

[@ripleyhrgiger4669]

I just finished installing the 140mm lian li inf fans and they fit so nicely into this case. Honestly, this has been the easiest case to work with... EVERYTHING is well thought out and I know many of you aren't going to believe me... But not one single screw has gone in crooked, stripped, or caused any issues whatsoever. Everything has played nice and it's a relief to see this sort of quality in 2023. Most things are rushed and done poorly... this case so well built it actually feels like I got my money's worth and then some.

[@TheRalph0126]

I believe you i just finished building mine lol. What a masterpiece! Couldn’t agree more with ya

[@sagis8190]

THE most thorough guide i have seen yet. amazing job!

[@mahendrenmunisamy9834]

Hi Christopher, I completed my first ever PC build using this guide. This was exactly what I needed and I am greatly appreciative of the effort and care you took in putting up such a comprehensive video. In fact it was the deciding factor that made me get a Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL. Keep up the good work!!

[@Xathonn]

This video helped me but not in the usual way. I had unboxed my case and was watching this, saw the security screws to remove front panel but mine didn't have those. Looked closer and realized Amazon sent me the Dynamic Evo instead of the Dyamic Evo XL I had ordered. Thank you for helping me catch that so I could exchange it

[@Zonarion]

I ordered this case to do a pretty similar build and just found this video. I was really concerned the 120mm reverse fans I ordered would look out of place in the large case but alas they look amazing in your build. Well done

[@xxxNotorious]

Wow Lian Li really have thought of everything with this case. What a great product.

[@damianocardillo9009]

Bellissimo video, ottima spiegazione e colpo d'occhio sul case e sulla build. Complimenti. Il migliore visto fino ad ora - Great video, great explanation and overview of the case and build. Compliments. The best I've seen so far

[@Blafard666]

Yes ! I have been waiting for this !

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Hope it was worth the wait

[@coldvein01]

Thank you very much for this detailed guide. Followed each section and it helped a ton to setup my pc faster.Cheers!

[@anurajms]

Fantastic video! Thank you for the detailed explanation on Lian Li case

[@newlynsteve]

Excellent guide. Good to see a content creator who puts quality before quantity.

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Thanks

[@blackmailbliss]

Very detailed guide, 10/10 Especially the small things helped me a lot! Thank you so much!

[@avik200100]

Wonderful tutorial … every details have been clearly pointed out

[@TakingTheCorner]

Hey man, thanks a TON! Wanted to build my first PC, loved this thorough and well paced instructional..decided to with this case (different individual components). With the help of this video I built a monster PC in two days and it works first time. Thanks!!!!

[@Randomuploads2012]

Great channel every video explains things fully, I especially love your case thermal videos. *Yes Im subscribing*

[@81bestof]

Great video as usuall Christopher :)

[@larryvaught4153]

Thank you so much for this build video. We built the same pc with a few exceptions.

[@Proffyy]

Fantastic video!

[@psychic_beth]

Am I the only one who has the urge to buy this case and then load it up with four 3.5" drives, two 2.5" drives, the fan hub and three 420mm rads with every possible fan on them. Go big or go home.

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Why not

[@jimjames6287]

Yeah, you're the only one. 😁

[@bustyjoe]

I'm about 60% of the way with ya there 😅

[@swag_master8925]

Me too lol

[@DrSoda.]

Doing the same. God bless. Jesus loves you!

[@KoealBraxtonPhotography]

Loving this video and enjoying putting this case together. Only thing I ran into this far is having to order a 2.0 to 3.2 adaptor

[@guitarcrazytv]

Wow, this is the best review. thank you

[@keb9977]

very nice guide as always thank you❤

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Your welcome

[@clemenskaiser3429]

Top build Content !

[@KuriZero]

Ty for the masterclass

[@ramblinjay3816]

I love this build. I just got the same motherboard and case. Only think really different is i'm using an ASRock aqua 7900xtx and making a custom loop.

[@khotan_z375]

Excellent and very comprehensive review, thank you. 😎 Although the space is tempting, if you don't have any additions to add, there are many open spaces. 🙄

[@user-qi2py6xv2g]

The best review. I buy it. From Russia with LOVE!

[@johnworkman2743]

Great production once again Christopher

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Your welcome

[@viperrcr]

Awesome video, very detailed! Looking forward to the thermal testing review and which push/pull orientation is best!

[@TsengtheTurk]

You, good sir, just built my exact plan, just in white instead of black. Only other real differences are my choice of motherboard, ram, and storage solutions. Those HDD trays and associated cables need to go, lol. Great case review/build guide though. She’s a beauty.

[@aelswify]

Thank you !

[@TruckFan542]

I actually love this case. I would order one if i didn’t already have the normal O11D Evo.

[@ItsDazoe]

Good job

[@elmalloc]

oh that's a crazy spot for the GPU!

[@jgo7870]

hi Chris, I vote for the optimal fan configuration video. I have the original o11 Evo and wondering how thermals would be in the XL with top fan and side fan configurations. I remember in the original Evo video, you'd recommend installing the AIO rad on the side and having those fans as intake which is what I did by your suggestion. In this video you have it on the top so wondering if you changed your mind about where to place this rad. Thanks

[@Erinna6306]

Great work. I've already pre-ordered Evo XL case today. hope you could test the upright GPU sson. :D

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Coming soon

[@timseaton9357]

First time viewer, will be back for more reviews and build guides as I plan mine out, have you done a performance test like passmark on this build? Would be interested how it performs with these parts

[@theirene]

Thank you

[@jeevanjovani7903]

Thank you.

[@malanderson491]

great clip, very clear thank you. What long riser cable did you use for the GPU vertical mounting.

[@ms6534]

I just did a build in this case. Make sure to leave the hinged covers open when installing your graphics card. Especially if it covers slots on the separate sections if you have the MB in the lowest bracket. Mine covers three (3rd and 4th top 1st bottom)and I couldn't figure it out for like 20 minutes.

[@eldenlord5326]

Thank you so much

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Your welcome

[@Faketaxie]

Awesome

[@RyceCookerguy]

In case it hasn't been mentioned elsewhere: If you already have the 600mm riser cable for a vertical install in the 011D Evo (non XL) like I did from my previous build, it WILL in fact fit fine in the XL, no need to buy the expensive 900mm one. This is provided you install the GPU in the upright position with the riser side facing the motherboard (so you'd be plugging in your monitors in the TOP of the case), and the motherboard in the middle or top position. You'd also need to connect the riser cable after the card was installed, and then just run it through the grommet next to the card. I'm not sure if it would work with the motherboard in the bottom position, as I did not test that and it would extend the cable further).

[@user-yq5od9uj3f]

Chris, thanks so much for this thorough video. If you have time could you answer 3 questions. -Does the l-connect software allow the user to setup separate fan curves for each individual fan? -Can you fit a 420 AIO on top and if so does that create any compatibility/fit issues with fans or GPU on the side of the motherboard? -You can buy a front mesh kit for installing front intake fans. If you do this, will that create any compatibility/fit issues? Thanks again.

[@maxotis4686]

The only thing that I didn't see here is that some AIO's use a backer for intel 1700 cpus, and you want to put those on before you put the motherboard in the case, as your AIO installation is after the motherboard goes in. Other than that, great guide! helped me build my first pc.

[@mrtrender7]

This case is awesome, I hope Lian Li can release a Mini of this version for matx builds, I would buy it without thinking twice.

[@MartinOg395]

Great review. One question. Let’s suppose i have more fans , can i install a lian li fan controller with the aio controller?

[@weevilman]

Thanks

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Welcome

[@fabricioruediger]

hi, great video. Rearging to adding extra 3 fans on top of radiator, is really necessary? increase a lot cooling of the case? tks

[@duaplex1]

The fans fit fine with the blanking plates at 7:00 however if you have the QX link fans by Corsair you cant get the plate on because of the connector. Anyone reading this, mount 140mm fans if going with the QX link range

[@robesveldt]

Very good guide. Do you have a solution for this? Lian Li cannot supply an O11D EVO I/O kit for USB 3.2 Type-C and two USB 3.2 Type-A

[@TubButter]

Awesome video. Is it difficult to find motherboards with two USB 3.0 headers?

[@kentg7986]

Kingston FURY Renegade RGB White is only showing as XMP just want to check that it will work with Expo before ordering with that MB and case

[@Planehazza]

Hi Christopher. When you have several fans daisy chained like that in a single channel, can each fan be addressed, or do they all get controlled as one single device?

[@fakename2415]

For this exact mobo / case does the type c front io port support the 20 Gbps speed of the usb 3.2 2x2 header? I cant find a solid on if the header or port dictate speed for usb type c.

[@miforesenelanbiente1966]

Very nice video friend, a question, what is the name of the screwdriver, what are you using?❤

[@kevinchristie4446]

Does this case come with the bracket for mounting the GPU on the front right side of the case? Thanks for the review.

[@Hafizul12]

Assembled my first pc step by step with your lan cool 2 videos in 2020. Now I have a 4090 in it and was wondering if I should get a new case, though my lan cool 2 is still amazing. Would you recommend this in black for a non rgb build? need to see the thermal differences

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

Could do, but I much prefer RGB build in simple white

[@KarazP]

Hi, I have some questions about this case. I just changed my focus from NV7 to this case because I want to use the "RM1200x SHIFT PSU from Corsair" and as you see, This PSU has a different cable position. So if I mount this PSU in NV7 it is just the game over to me because the cables that I have to use are facing on the top side of the case and there is no space left for any cables to use. But in the o11D EVO XL, I noticed that top hot-swap storage cage @ 49:57. Can that thing be removable? If it is removable there are no more problems for this PSU from all cables have to face on top of the case. Thank you.

[@TheDevilsPlayground2]

I’m building my first pc and I have this case and I’m curious what the purpose of having the fans above the radiator do? I assume they are set to exhaust to help push out air from the lower exhaust fans of the radiator? Just looking for proper guidance in properly building :)

[@randys1291]

Im currently looking for a case. This case is great, but its too big for me. I prefer the original 011D, but my problem with that one is that the corner support bracket is not removable like this one. Thats my dilemma. My only other option is getting the NZXT H9 Flow case, but I dont like the placement of the psu in that case being the middle of the case opposite side the mobo. What are my options?

[@Binghxm]

How do you flip the case so that the right side of the case is glass as opposed to the default left side?

[@guest971]

Just got my case but im already having issues taking off the front panel. The top panels thumb screw is too tight, i was able to unscrew the one next to it but im having no luck. Any tips

[@arunendrashekhar]

Do all these bracket and pcie cables comes along with case or have to purchase seprately

[@diegopizzini2273]

i got this case with a 4080 super and some times when its under a heavy load i can hear the gpu bracket vibrate when i hold it with my hand it stops. any suggestions on how i can fix it?

[@Royalchieftain]

Did you install the screw on the motherboard closest to the expansion slots? I read that people have experienced issues with this board and case

[@cskyo]

@ChristopherFlannigan i just realised after buying all the parts of my case i only have 1 x usb 3.0 header and 1 x usb 2.0 header on my mobo. I noticed in your guide u need 2 x usb 2.0. One usb 2.0 for the Galahad AIO and 1 x usb 2.0 for the uni hub for the fans. Does that mean i cant follow your guide and need a new mobo? or is there a way around it? Many Thanks

[@malanderson491]

Hi, I am following your build and it is just fantastic for help with my second build. I have hit small issue with my new case (Evo XL) it has 2 x 3.0 USB headers as you have stated so I thought I would buy a splitter and its not working? I must have bought the wrong splitter. Can you tell me the correct splitter so all 4 usb plugs work. (MB - Rog Strix 590-A single port) many thanks M

[@itsfmg9194]

Do they have that same case where the glass joints together but in a mid tower ?

[@big_meaty_thighs2519]

Dude please tell me how you got that riser cable to fit through that hole I can't get it 19:31

[@carlosspriggs8267]

Can anyone tell what I need, so I have this case and have already build my PC but for the front io it has two white cables I can only plug in one of them but them only half of the front io usb's are active what is the correct splitter I would use so I can plug both white cables from the front io so all of my USB will be active, thanks

[@MWcrazyhorse]

30:38 wait I don't want everything upside down, just on the right side to have the pc on the left. Can I flip JUST the mainboard tray now? So everything is updright again, but still on that side of the case???

[@Rymc]

Chris where do you buy your parts and do you sell builds?

[@daviniarobbins9298]

Nice case. It is a shame though that you can't move the PSU to the top or bottom of the case. Maybes in the next revision?

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

You never know

[@MansoorAhmed-ts3eg]

Can someone help pick a mother board (am5) which have all the required connections tions that exist on this case please? I have chosen msi mag b650 tomahawk is this good for this case or I will be missing out? Thanks a lot!

[@lima26x]

👏👏👏

[@beardpwn282]

Any vertical raiser that works? The older ones are not compatible.

[@chromativerse]

Hello, this is a bit of a strange question but I was wondering can that front right side panel (the panel with the power button) be removed just like it could be in the original O11D Evo?

[@ChristopherFlannigan]

No, just the USB modules

[@chrisroberts324]

Question: Does the GPU Support Bracket that you show in this video come with the Case? Or do you have to buy it separately. I can't tell from the description at Micro Center if it comes with the GPU Bracket for the Horizontal mounting or not. Also does that magnetic dust filter and the cover plates for 120mm fans on side come with the case?

[@chrisroberts324]

After searching another unboxing video from Jordan Ash, I found that in the accessory kit, it comes with the cover plates for the 120mm fans on side and the GPU Support Bracket. It looks like the Extra Magnetic Dust filter does not come with it, but If I plan on using the 360 rad at the top, I assume I can move the dust filter to the side. Is that correct?

[@HomeGrownMedia]

What's the electric screwdriver? Thanks

[@BlazeIgnitus]

Stupid question maybe, with the individual fans, do they come with cables to connect to the controller, or no?

[@MrL_5322]

is it possible to use a vertical mount ? there is no screw on the pcie slots.

[@TheMrwinkleberry]

I'm hoping to see a Lian Li 140mm infinity fan 3 pack come available soon for this case, in both normal and reverse configurations.

[@CritteRino]

Same, dont really care if they come in a 3 pack but 140mm reverse fans would be great.

[@Cliffgamerz]

Waiting exactly for this, i rather have lian li fans than Corsair icue link, hope it gets released so that i can finally upgrade to this case build from my existing Antec P120 crystal case for my new Intel 14700K build i have planned for this winter.

[@bobbyross7700]

I don't have the support bracket for the back fans!!

[@TheColorUrple]

I can't install 4x120mm fans in the provided bracket. Any work arounds?

[@MWcrazyhorse]

25:54 how much need is there for a fan on your hard drives? Is overheating hard drives a thing?

[@giuseppecipriani9795]

What's supplying power to the sata ports in the hard drive cage?

[@damianocardillo9009]

Hi, based on your experience with this build, is it possible to install a Corsair Shift PSU?

[@jacobrice8849]

how come you have a negative airflow set up more exhaust than intake

[@AMdvij]

What diameter of 15 mm thick fans can be installed to cool a hard drive?

[@CrazyCranker]

Do you know what the max GPU length is for the upright bracket?

[@user-cj5jf6my6k]

i can't find the sata port and power port for ssd on back panel :< my NMVE is 250gb and my ssd sata is 1tb but i can't find the ports so i can't use it

[@IkadekKresnaBayuSakti]

Please tell me where we can get long radiator screw? 37:56

[@AJ-fc5is]

any reason why my uni fans don’t spin or light up but every other component works

[@Onehardbuffalo]

Would a 240 aio for the msi 4090 work on the rear?

[@nutter170]

BOUT YEEEEE

[@wankerka]

Hmmm would this case replace your Haff 700 evo? :)