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mozzartusm   06-28-2005 at 03:01:10 PM

I need some suggestions for a new case. I really like the LL's but really dont wont to spend that much. Im looking for something big. Doesnt have to be name brand, and it doesnt have to come with the best fans, etc...... I can add all the goodies myself if need be. Im open for suggestions.

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dunklegend   06-28-2005 at 06:23:57 PM
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The Antec P180 looks great, but I don't know the price.

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danizaken   06-28-2005 at 07:59:20 PM
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How much do you want to spend?

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AINTD   06-29-2005 at 01:43:00 AM
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It's wise to invest in a good PC case. It's one of the few things you can actually keep when building a new PC, so you'll appreciate a good case and it's initial price will pay back later.

I'd look for an aluminum case. Not only does it look nicer than plastic, but it also dissipates heat way better.

I also am in favour of full towers over mid towers. Nothing particularly wrong with the latter, but the former will give you space to improvise, they allo better modding. Spaced apart harware pieces will not be heating each other, more air, more space, more of everything.

It all depends on how much you want to spend. Plastic mid towers may look stunning at first, but quality is an issue here.

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mozzartusm   06-29-2005 at 01:23:33 PM
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Let me throw this in. Ive got a couple of nice Themaltake cases. What im looking for probably needs to be a server type case. I need to be able to get up inside the thing and host a party if need be :tongue: Seriously, I need lots of room.

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Anonymous   06-29-2005 at 09:28:09 PM
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The Antec TITAN 550 is reaaally long and roomy, well its actually long like a server because its a server case =).
Had some trouble fitting some ATX board into it tough. wich was pretty weird!But if I rember corrctly, a P5WD2 is whats running in it now

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RichPLS   06-29-2005 at 10:08:51 PM
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The P180 is $150+

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RichPLS   06-29-2005 at 10:10:39 PM
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I have a HUGE steel server case I got several years ago for $400 I do not plan on using. Anandtech rated it excellent.
It is in perfect shape, with a 400 or 500 PSU.

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Crashman   06-30-2005 at 09:29:37 AM
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Quote :

Not only does it look nicer than plastic, but it also dissipates heat way better.



Now go stand in the corner little johnny, here's a dunce cap for you.

The case itself does very little to reduce heat because the fans are so effective in most cases. In fact, plastic cases are the worst conductors, yet you don't see Dell's overheating even with those hot P4's.

Steel is far more durable than Aluminum and a better value.

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mozzartusm   06-30-2005 at 02:12:50 PM
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ROFLMAO! Its been 10 mins and im still laughing.

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mozzartusm   06-30-2005 at 02:14:49 PM
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IF they still have the review up give me clicky. You are serious right?

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mozzartusm   06-30-2005 at 02:15:58 PM
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Do you build systems?

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RichPLS   06-30-2005 at 02:24:14 PM
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<A HREF="http://www.addtronics.com/wtx8500.htm" target="_new"> Addtronics W8500 </A>

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Anonymous   06-30-2005 at 05:15:01 PM
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I work for a small compagny when I have spare time, update the website content build system etc...
<A HREF="http://www.sohodiffusion.com" target="_new">http://www.sohodiffusion.com</A>
lets do a little publicity while where at it.

The guy running the compagny bought this case for himself he wanted somethign huge and roomy and he has somethign for antec's case!

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_WW_   07-01-2005 at 01:25:25 PM
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You might look at a Chenbro full tower. I have one of their older models and although the layout inside looks different from mine what they have now looks pretty roomy.

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RichPLS   07-04-2005 at 06:59:00 AM
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That is how you tell a budget computer builder, look at their fingers for scars.

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mozzartusm   07-05-2005 at 01:26:45 AM
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More proof that Mary Jane does effectively fight pain?

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mozzartusm   07-17-2005 at 09:13:43 AM
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MaryJane= POT!

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Rugger   07-20-2005 at 08:00:24 PM
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The case Rich had was a LUNKER at 55lbs!

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Rugger   07-21-2005 at 04:19:22 PM
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25kg

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Anonymous   07-21-2005 at 04:19:40 PM
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25 or so...
I think its KG X 2.2 = Lbs

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Anonymous   07-21-2005 at 04:20:09 PM
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SCOOPED, but I gave the formula =Þ

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Rugger   07-21-2005 at 05:19:23 PM
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You gave too much info - you bored him with the formula!

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Anonymous   07-21-2005 at 05:52:53 PM
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lol
At lest he wont aask it again! =)

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Rugger   07-22-2005 at 03:41:13 AM
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That was just the case - no PSU, HDD, MB, etc. - it will top your 28KG. Especially with that TT PSU he has - i know that thing is as heavy as your ego!

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mozzartusm   07-22-2005 at 05:42:55 AM
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It cant be as heavy as my plasma?

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Rugger   07-22-2005 at 01:33:39 PM
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You may have to creare a "heaviest rig" post/poll to prove you're still on top...

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Rugger   07-24-2005 at 06:08:42 PM
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LOL - if you can't win fair, then cheat! Just as long as you don't have to pick it up that often. Would be bad for LAN parties...

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RichPLS   07-24-2005 at 06:12:54 PM
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Not if you lose, then the satisfaction factor would be better when slamming rig on someones head ;)

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Rugger   07-24-2005 at 09:39:28 PM
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LOL! And it reeks more of poetic justice then using a lead-filled bat.

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mozzartusm   07-28-2005 at 12:49:59 AM
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Thats almost the same thing as my pressure tuning method. When all else fails throw your hardware out into the street. Then put it back together and everything should be ok.

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confusion   07-30-2005 at 06:03:47 PM
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What about the <A HREF="http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16811119042" target="_new"> Coolermaster Stacker </A>?

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mozzartusm   07-30-2005 at 11:49:20 PM
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I had considered that one, but with that price tag I think that I would probably step up and buy a Lian Li. Do you have this case? If you so what do you like and not like about it?

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mozzartusm   07-31-2005 at 03:21:53 AM
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Whats different about it? I havent ever seen one.

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  07-31-2005 at 07:08:27 PM
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There are some really big cases on this page:

http://www.amtrade.com/computer/servers_lg_pix.htm

kinda expensive stuff though

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