Dell XPS Case Mod

[ejlt]

Hi Guys,

I have this case.

http://www.dvguru.com/2006/09/05/dell-xps-700-reviewed/

I recently bought a new intel core i5 with new motherboard and i want to know if i can use this fan or any suggestion so i can still use my case and fan.

 

[o1die]

No. Your dell xps 700 is a btx case; the motherboard ports are on the wrong side. I suggest a new case like one of these:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129066
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119233
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811322015

 

[odiervr]

Dude ! U gotta Dell !!

I used to own around 3. They are very difficult to upgrade (anything more than just a GPU / stick of RAM). Without modding case (think dremel) - the easiest way is to buy a new case ...

Then the Power Supply fittings would not transfer for me (Due to power input from wall socket on the wrong side *read *- i needed a new PSU). Again, i seriously considered the dremel ... but for $40 it was over.

Good Luck !!

On the bright side - Dell power supplies are actually UNDER rated. They are VERY STURDY !! Yeah Dell !