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Hi all, I've searched all over the internet the past 6 months or so and I haven't found a case that I would actually want, few have caught my eye, though they didn't really appeal.

I will be running a Conroe set-up with a Thermalright SI-128 heatsink. Also it will contain a ATI X1950PRO video card. I will have a few other fans (excluding case fans) to help keep my system running cool, ex: pci fan/5.25 fan. Oh and multifunction panels. So as you can see space is very critical, I however do not wish to have horrible case cooling either. I believe two 120mm fans will work just fine (I could be wrong). The case doesn't have to come with the fans I already have them. Tooless installation is always good, and a removable motherboard tray would be top notch! It must have a support for th PSU (the beam that goes from the back of the case to the front that supports the PSU from falling) My friends psu actually fell off his support (very tiny support) and broke his VD card and Heatsink.

I also like a clean looking case so does anyone have any recommendations on what to do about with wire sleeving? I do not have the tools to take the mullex connectors and etc... off the wire, nor do I wish to do it either. I have heard about some heat shrink sleeving but I'm not sure if they will be too smart. I would prefer something that will just stretch over the connectors and fit onto my wires.

Thank you beforehand

Seifer :D

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Reply to Seifer

Check out the Lian Li cases. Simple clean design, excellent cooling and efficient use of space. Study them carefully as some of their models put the PS in the way of large HSFs. I like their removable mobo trays and easy PS access. Excellent quality for a fair price.

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Hi all, I've searched all over the internet the past 6 months or so and I haven't found a case that I would actually want, few have caught my eye, though they didn't really appeal.

I will be running a Conroe set-up with a Thermalright SI-128 heatsink. Also it will contain a ATI X1950PRO video card. I will have a few other fans (excluding case fans) to help keep my system running cool, ex: pci fan/5.25 fan. Oh and multifunction panels. So as you can see space is very critical, I however do not wish to have horrible case cooling either. I believe two 120mm fans will work just fine (I could be wrong). The case doesn't have to come with the fans I already have them. Tooless installation is always good, and a removable motherboard tray would be top notch! It must have a support for th PSU (the beam that goes from the back of the case to the front that supports the PSU from falling) My friends psu actually fell off his support (very tiny support) and broke his VD card and Heatsink.

I also like a clean looking case so does anyone have any recommendations on what to do about with wire sleeving? I do not have the tools to take the mullex connectors and etc... off the wire, nor do I wish to do it either. I have heard about some heat shrink sleeving but I'm not sure if they will be too smart. I would prefer something that will just stretch over the connectors and fit onto my wires.

Thank you beforehand

Seifer :D

Reply to clue69less

Dont know how much you want to spend but Antec cases have a nice plain look and quality.
As for fans , my stacker 831 has 4 12cm installed and still hot as hell in there. :?

Reply to cal7

Hey, check out this case!!!

It was just given a 10 out of 10 from Maximum PC and their kick ass award! You can get this case off of Newegg for 159.99. Its a full tower plus 10%. I think this is exactly what you are looking for.

Reply to spaztic7

The Lian Li G70s are excellent, although large. Lot's of room for growth all the way up through watercooling and dual PSUs.

Reply to Merc14

Well I was kind of hoping for a full tower for less than 150.00$ with sufficient cooling...

Reply to Seifer

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I also like a clean looking case so does anyone have any recommendations on what to do about with wire sleeving? I do not have the tools to take the mullex connectors and etc... off the wire, nor do I wish to do it either. I have heard about some heat shrink sleeving but I'm not sure if they will be too smart. I would prefer something that will just stretch over the connectors and fit onto my wires.


If you purchase a PSU from www.performance-pcs.com they offer cable sleeving (for all items, not just PSU's) and you can select whatever color you wish. They charge a fee for this, but I can tell you its worth it. I bought all the speacial tools, flex sleeves, and shrink wrap myself and spent HOURS sleeving my PSU. In the end it cost me more than whay they would have charged me and they probably do a better job. You could also purchase a pre-sleeved PSU.

Reply to rwpritchett

That is a server case...

I already have a psu so why would I buy another I have an antec NEOHE 550watt

Reply to Seifer

Ok, I have posted before and I said to look at the Gigbyte's thermal solutions, chassis, and look at their 3D Arua 570. It is $150 on newegg and it is a full tower. 100% aluminum and it comes with eiter a clear side window or a metal mesh side depending on what type of air flow you want.

Check out these links!

http://www.gigabyte.com.tw/Product [...] uctID=2322

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6811233012

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6811233013

I really like this case, and I highly recomend this.

Reply to spaztic7

I could see that on my computer desk that is sweet!!! Only other question I got for you about the case. Is the doors sturdy, is it easy to ding and scratch?

Reply to Seifer

Yes sir! The door is very sturdy! I am also a little concerned with the case being scratched because it is the brushed aluminum, then painted. So I would opt for the silver case. That way it it does get scratched, then you wont notice it as much.

There have been some complaints that the 3 120mm fans that it comes with are a little weak. The fans are designed for silent operation and they still keep it cool.

The only real problem i can see with this case is that the door does not seem like it is reversible. But that is a minor issue... wait... no its not an issue.

You can not beat it. Hell, like i said before, it got a 10 out of 10 from Maximum PC and their Kick Ass Award! Precut holes for water cooling, 10% larger then normal full tower (designed for the 12.5" video cards in mind), 100% aluminum, a tool less design, and it has anti vibration mounts to cut down on even more unnecessary noise. If anyone can find a better looking case that has more to offer for the same price, bring it on!

Reply to spaztic7

the zalman fatality case is really nice except for the shamless fatal1ty branding on every side

Reply to thechevron

That is a very nice case. If I was looking for a mid tower I would defiantly be considering that one. I do think that they went a bit overboard with the logos for Fatal1ty and Zalman. Also, it has 2 80mm, they have to spin faster to push the same amount of air which = more noise (from my experience). But that is one sexy case. Either way, I think Seifer will get the ultimate case for his needs.

Reply to spaztic7

Lots of stylish and roomy choices from thermaltake. Soprano, Shark, Tsunami, Mozart, Kandalf all great choices.

Reply to chailvr

I would go for a Lian-Li PC-V1000 series. Beautiful case.

Reply to mcain591

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That is a very nice case. If I was looking for a mid tower I would defiantly be considering that one. I do think that they went a bit overboard with the logos for Fatal1ty and Zalman. Also, it has 2 80mm, they have to spin faster to push the same amount of air which = more noise (from my experience). But that is one sexy case. Either way, I think Seifer will get the ultimate case for his needs.


Well, if you like blowing $350 on a case, yeah, it is good.

Reply to mcain591

This case would chill everything inside it. Thermaltake Armor

Reply to chuckshissle

That is a nice case...I was just hoping for a little bit cheaper...I could wait till the price drops..

Reply to Seifer

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6811146029
If i was going for a full tower i would go with that case. The only con is that it doesn't have a removable motherboard tray, but as far as looks and performance(8 pre-installed fans) i would see it very hard to beet in that price range.

Reply to lx_flier

Lian-Li PC-7B or PC-7A (silver and black), $89 at newegg. I love mine.

Reply to apt403

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Lian-Li PC-7B or PC-7A (silver and black), $89 at newegg. I love mine.



Oh my some people just can't figure out what "MUST BE A FULL TOWER" means.

BTW I considered the NZXT Zero its got no window, and it really doesn't even cool your stuff off as good as its suppost to...

Reply to Seifer

If you want a good case for low price then get them CoolerMaster Centurions. It has a small side fan intake. But if you don't mind, you can do a little mod and install a 120mm fan on the side panel for cool air intake, and this helps cool things really well inside the case.

CoolerMaster Centurion Cases

You can easily find them at Newegg and TigerDirect.

Reply to chuckshissle

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Oh my some people just can't figure out what "MUST BE A FULL TOWER" means.



Oops, missed that. In that case I second the Armor, little pricy, but still. There only $125 on newegg right now with a mail in rebate.

Reply to apt403

not to everones appeal but why not build your own

www.thebestcasescenario.com
www.bit-tech.net
www.mnpctech.com

alternitavly the akasa eclipse 62 or akasa Mirage are great cases

Reply to yakyb

That can easily be changed by replacing the fans with such of higher quality, and i would rather have 4 fans then a window :P . btw its only 110$ lol

Reply to lx_flier
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