Need new internet build, small footprint cased.

mroneeyedboh · Aug 14, 2017

I know these can be super simple builds, but Im looking to get one that has a small footprint.

Approximate Purchase Date: asap.

Budget Range: Cheap. I dont know what would constitute as a cheap build, maybe around $400? I know Im going to loose ~$100 with just windows alone.

System Usage from Most to Least Important: 99% is going to be internet use.

Are you buying a monitor: No, I have two LG L226WTQ-BF monitors that Id like to use. So with that being said, Id need a dual video out on the PC.

Parts to Upgrade: None.

Do you need to buy OS: Yes.

Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Doesnt matter, just needs to be in the USA.

Location: USA.

Parts Preferences: None.

Overclocking: Nope.

SLI or Crossfire: Nope.

Your Monitor Resolution: 1680 x 1050

Aditional Comments: I need a small foot print case.. I have some parts laying around such as:

i5 2400 sandy CPU
VGA Sapphire 10314-3L HD6870 1G
Rosewill RG630-s12 630w PSU
G Skill 4g (qty:2) RAM
Optical Drive.

And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: I want something with a smaller footprint. I dont know what the smallest case is, so Im here for help.

geofelt · Aug 14, 2017

I think you want a Intel NUC.
You need to find one with outputs that can connect to your two monitors. Either directly or via an adapter.
Here is one that can output to hdmi and vga:
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA2F83V46442

mroneeyedboh · Aug 14, 2017

Thanks. I was thinking about that. But Id also like to have a CD rom drive. But I think I can get a USB one and that would suffice for the time being..

What about Mini ITX?

SkyNetRising · Aug 14, 2017

There are multiple mini-pc options. Intel NUC is only one of them.
There are also:
Asrock Beebox,
Gigabyte Brix,
Zotac Z-box.

Mini-itx system will never be as small as those mini-pcs.

mroneeyedboh · Aug 14, 2017

Thanks.I understand about the form factor and the NUC's taking control of that, but I dont need something that small. Im after something smaller than what I have now.

Its an old build using the Antec 300 case ( https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129042 )

Its just too big on top of the desk. Id like something a bit smaller all around.

SkyNetRising · Aug 14, 2017

So mini-pc is not an option, right?
You want to modify your current setup.

What's the model name of your current motherboard? Is it mini-ITX form factor?

geofelt · Aug 14, 2017

I like ITX and have built several for friends.
A very small case of high quality is the lian li PC=Q02.
http://www.lian-li.com/en/dt_portfolio/pc-q02/
It comes with a nice 300w psu and a slot for a slim dvd.
5.87" x 9.06" x 7.87"
Unfortunately, it is no longer made so you may have a nard time finding one.

The next best thing which is readily available will be the pc-Q07.
http://www.lian-li.com/en/dt_portfolio/pc-q07/
I use one of these as my backup and 32 bit gaming pc.
7.6" x 11.42" x 8.2"
It has a dvd bay and uses a standard atx psu.

To go inside, $39 for a G3930, $70 for a H110 ITX motherboard(check that it is new stock with a kaby lake bios update)
$70 for a 2 x 4gb kit of ddr4 ram.
$105 for 240gb Samsung evo ssd, A great $25 price on a Seasonic 430w psu:
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151074
$15 for a dvd drive.

mroneeyedboh · Aug 14, 2017

Skynet:
Honestly, there has been a lot of weird things happening to this build lately. Its pretty old, I think around 2011 and if I can use a few things then I will, but its not a requirement. And honestly, I dont NEED to use TWO monitors... so that requirement isnt necessary. I dont know if Id use them that much anymore...

The motherboard is smoked, the WIFI doesnt work all the time and the Ethernet doesnt neither. so I had to buy a USB wifi card for temporary use for now. So I want to get a MB for sure.

What about a case like this? https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147098

Seems a lot smaller than what I have now.

geofelt · Aug 14, 2017

Update... I completely ignored that you already have some parts.
What you first need is a ITX motherboard with a lga1155 socket.
You might do better finding one used on ebay.
Here is one at $191.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIAD6H5ES5497

You can put it in the PC-Q07 case .
You should be able to reuse your ram, psu, and dvd drive.

mroneeyedboh · Aug 14, 2017

Thanks Geo. Check that stuff out now. I'll be honest, I dont know much about this stuff. Its easy to figure ir out once someone steers you in the right direction. Open to other options.

mroneeyedboh · Aug 14, 2017

I forgot I also have:

i5 3570k
OVZ ModXStream Pro Series 700 Watt atx psu
Crucial BG112L6 memory

SkyNetRising · Aug 14, 2017

$190 for H61 board seems kinda expensive. Here couple of other motherboard options:

https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_...155&rh=i:aps,k:motherboard+intel+H61+LGA+1155

geofelt · Aug 14, 2017

3570K is a much better processor with very good graphics.

mroneeyedboh · Aug 14, 2017

Thanks that is what I figured. Alright well it looks like I should be good to go then.All I need to get is that case and the new MB and I should be able to xfer my components now into that new case.

Also, Should I use that sapphire card or just use the on board GPU?

geofelt · Aug 14, 2017

One problem with the Intel H61 ITX motherboards is that they do not use normal ddr3 ram.
They use laptop ram.

SkyNetRising · Aug 14, 2017

geofelt :

Really?

Majority use regular DDR3. Even that board in your link.

geofelt · Aug 14, 2017

SkyNetRising :

I should have been more specific.
Intel ITX H61 motherboards will use sodimm ram.
The Intel H61 motherboard you linked from amazon is a M-ATX format which will use normal ddr3.
Here is the ITX one in question which I dismissed because of the added cost of new ram.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIAE256149205

mroneeyedboh · Aug 16, 2017

SkyNetRising :

hey I found a DH61BE motherboard here too. Would that work?

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/boards-and-kits/desktop-boards/intel-desktop-boards-with-intel-h61-express-chipset/intel-desktop-board-dh61be.html

Or should I buy one from Amazon, that you linked earlier in the thread?

Or even this:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Asus-P8H61-I-R2-0-LGA1155-Intel-H61-B3-DDR3-A-GbE-Mini-ITX-Motherboard-/201779597642?epid=127315481&hash=item2efb00514a:g:r3kAAOSwA3dYdE8L

I dont know how good that Intel board is, and if Im saving 85$, to me, Id rather get a new MB. I have most of the stuff I'll need here anyway, thus Id only be coming out of pocket on the MB and case.

SkyNetRising · Aug 16, 2017

Any H61 board would work.
New/unused one obviously is better than used one.

mroneeyedboh · Aug 16, 2017

On the pc-q07 case, is it with adding any fans?

Or upgrading the OEM fan to something else for the i5 3570k

mroneeyedboh · Aug 16, 2017

Any mini-itx that accepts 1155 would work in the px-q07 case, right

SkyNetRising · Aug 16, 2017

Yes - px-q07 case accepts any mini-itx.
Intel stock cpu cooler is fine for basic internet build.

mroneeyedboh · Aug 17, 2017

Thanks. If you don't mind me asking, why did you say h61 motherboard? Just curious.

Thanks

SkyNetRising · Aug 17, 2017

It's the cheapest option. You can also go for H67, Z67, B75, H77, Z77.

mroneeyedboh · Aug 17, 2017

Thanks

Need new internet build, small footprint cased.

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