Computer case

[CanCb]

Hi,

I am thinking of building my first computer. It will be used mostly for business and probably some gaming.

I am looking for a case for my computer.

I was in a computer store and was looking at the Hewlett-Packard desktops. Their cases are great. They feel extremely sturdy and solid. They also look nice.

Does anybody know what material the HP cases are made from?

Also what thickness? I keep reading about 0.5mm, 0.6 mm, etc for case thickness...it really does not mean much to me. All those thicknesses seem like the metal would be pretty flimsy.

Thanks

 

[Emperus]

Don't expect aluminium.. Its all steel and plastic.. You can actually get better, more sturdy and also better looking cases in the market..

 

[CanCb]

I figured it was probably steel. Do you know how thick the steel used in Hp cases is?

I have seen steel cases by other manufacturers that feel pretty flimsy.

Does anybody know who manufactures the HP cases?

 

[abully]

probably some contractor in china... or they may have a plant in china for all you know...

have a look at antec, corsair, cooler master cases... they are all good sturdy build and some even have really thick shell probably more than the Hp cases...

 

[geofelt]

I don't think you can buy HP cases for your build separately.

For a full ATX motherboard, I can recommend the Antec SOLO. It is very quiet with sound deadening on the sides.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129018

 

[CanCb]

Hi,

Thanks for your replies.

I figured that I couldn't buy HP cases. I just like the fact that they are sturdy and understated but elegant.

I don't like cases with windows or large front doors that you have to open every time you want to load a DVD. I also don't like mesh front bezels. I want a black, sturdy case with a simple but elegant front bezel. I can't seem to find that in any brand.

Yannick

 

[geofelt]

Hi,

Thanks for your replies.

I figured that I couldn't buy HP cases. I just like the fact that they are sturdy and understated but elegant.

I don't like cases with windows or large front doors that you have to open every time you want to load a DVD. I also don't like mesh front bezels. I want a black, sturdy case with a simple but elegant front bezel. I can't seem to find that in any brand.

Yannick

Look again at the Antec SOLO which I linked to. It is my all time favorite case.